All great games start somewhere. In the wake of Starfield’s “start gate” controversy, here are eight of the best video game start screens.
David Silbert
David Silbert
David is the founder of The Punished Backlog. He has a problem finishing games he starts.
Just beat: Donkey Kong Bananza.
Working on: Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Can't wait for: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
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Amid the ongoing Baldur’s Gate 3 discourse, I issue a challenge to those frustrated by the state of AAA games: Do something about it.
In episode 1 of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the difference between remakes and remasters, then share memories of the Nintendo DS for the Punished Hall of Fame.
In honor of the late Tony Bennett, we’re sharing the best jazz standards in gaming. From Fallout to BioShock, come celebrate these crooner classics.
In our 10th (and final!) episode of Weekend at Dave’s, we hold a 2023 mid-year gaming check-in and conduct our Fantasy waiver wire pick-ups.
In this Fantasy Gaming update, we recap the onslaught of recent gaming releases and delays—and crown our mid-year Fantasy winner.
Wondering how to exchange hearts for stamina in Tears of the Kingdom? Here’s where to find the Granter of Boons in Tears of the Kingdom.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is a great game, but its soundtrack is even better. Here are our thoughts on TATRAN’s “Field of Dusk.”
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