All great games start somewhere. In the wake of Starfield’s “start gate” controversy, here are eight of the best video game start screens.

Looking for a few more indie video games to play while enjoying the final weeks of summer? Look no further than these five gems.

Still hankering for some great indie video games to play over the summer? Here are five more excellent options available to you.

Think you’ve played all the best video games? Think again. Here are five great indie games that are criminally underrated.

An Eye for Detail Love ‘em or hate ‘em, seemingly every video game comes with a man, woman, or semi-autonomous vending machine more than willing to take your hard-earned gold (or credits/rupees/now-defunct German Marks). They may be shrewd, charming, devious,…

Coming Out Swinging Recently, the Punished Backlog team looked at the best video game end sequences in gaming.  But an impressive opening level is just as important as a triumphant close.  Whether it be an opening cinematic that instilled a…