Darcy Maunder

Darcy loves anything fantasy, sci-fi, or adventure. Her dream is to finish her degree and write her own fantasy book, hopefully squeezing in a few games as she goes. She’s a big fan of games where she gets to fight with cool swords, befriend cute animals, and get lost in the story.

You can read more of her writing on her website: https://darcymaunder.com/

Fields of Mistria Early Access Review

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Fields of Mistria Early Access Review: Fantasy Meets Farming

By Darcy MaunderSeptember 11, 2025

In our Fields of Mistria early access review, learn why this magical farming sim is a must-play for fans of Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley.

A cover image for a list of the Best Female Video Game Characters as Picked by Female Gamers, featuring on top of a teal and purple background, Jesse Faden from Control, Cassandra from Dragon Age: Inquisition, Midna from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, D.VA from Overwatch, Lavender from Grimm's Hollow, Bangalore from Apex Legends, Junker Queen from Overwatch 2, Princess Peach from Princess Peach: Showtime!, Melinoe from Hades II, Aloy from Horizon Zero Dawn, Commander Shepard ("FemShep") from Mass Effect, Freya Crescent from Final Fantasy IX, Karlach from Baldur's Gate 3, Alex Chen from Life Is Strange: True Colors,

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The 14 Best Female Video Game Characters, as Picked By Female Gamers

By The Punished Backlog and 7 moreMarch 25, 20242

Female video game writers reflect on the best female video game characters that inspire, challenge, and kick ass.