For this edition of Punished Favorites, we’ve decided to highlight some polarizing entries in beloved franchises and why we still love them, warts and all.
Browsing: Features
Female video game writers reflect on the best female video game characters that inspire, challenge, and kick ass.
More than 20 years after release, Metal Gear Solid 2 continues to reflect the anxieties and sad political realities of modern America.
Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons helped me come to terms with my own personal sacrifices as a son and an older brother.
In honor of International Women’s Day, we wrote about 20 of our favorite games made by womxn.
Which Best Picture nominees should you watch? Zack ranked every film nominated this year based on craft, story, and entertainment value.
Why are Kiryu and Ichiban so endearing? Perhaps it’s because they revolutionize the “tough guy” persona.
In anticipation of big 2024 remakes like Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, here’s our staff’s list of most wanted video game remakes.
From God of War to Baldur’s Gate, David and Sam discuss what they’re playing as part of the 2024 Gaming Backlog Challenge.
Looking for a D&D alternative (or something new)? Here are 13 beautiful, mechanically innovative, and exciting TTRPGs to watch in 2024.










