Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Oct

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

Reviews

Review : Far Cry 6 : Viva La Revolution

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Far Cry is a franchise synonymous with two things primarily: chaos and villains. Without a doubt, the announcement of veteran-star Giancarlo Esposito as the primary antagonist in Far Cry 6 was cause for excitement. As Anton Castillo, the ruthless dictator of a…

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29

Sep

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : Tails of Iron : Rat Redemption

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here It's been an incredible year for indie games, and thankfully for all of us who enjoy the experiences they can offer, it doesn't look to be slowing down any time soon. So let me add another to the list: Tails of Iron.…

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13

Sep

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : Deathloop : Style and Substance

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Arkane Studios has a rather unique history. Founded in France in 1999, the studio only developed a handful of games through the early 2000s. It wasn't until they were approached (and then acquired) by Bethesda Softworks to work on the original Dishonored…

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01

Sep

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : Psychonauts 2 : Instant Classic

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Awestruck. I spent more time than I'd like to admit trying to find the right word to summarize my experience with Psychonauts 2, but I kept coming back to awestruck. The latest release from Double Fine, and the largest game they've ever…

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20

Aug

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : 12 Minutes : Twists, Turns, and Loops

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here The line between movies and games has continued to narrow through the years, and that is no more evident than in 12 Minutes, the latest release from publisher Annapurna Interactive. Taking place in a single apartment, and featuring voice-acting from multiple Hollywood…

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04

Aug

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

Articles

Halo Infinite : History, Nostalgia, and A Full Breakdown of the Technical Preview

Halo fans are fickle. The Halo franchise, approaching its 20th anniversary, has had a tremendous impact on the gaming industry. It also means a great deal to millions of people. But unlike other long running franchises that solely debate character development and story direction, Halo has an incredibly rich, competitive…

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29

Jul

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : The Ascent : Artificial Intelligence

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Small developers have stolen the industry's limelight lately, with titles that have taken the gaming world by storm. Neon Giant, a studio comprised of just 12 people and located in Uppsala Sweden, caught the eye of many when their first title, The…

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28

Jun

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

Articles

Xbox is Shaping the Future of the Console Ecosystem

Back in October, I wrote about the contrasting approaches Xbox and PlayStation were taking to the new generation of consoles. In the eight months since, I think it's fair to say that Xbox has been the most progressive in advancing their vision of what a console manufacturer, and in a…

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24

May

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Biomutant : Essential Tips for Beginning Your Kung-Fu Journey

Biomutant is a very large game and it throws a lot of info and systems at you early on. Initially, it can feel almost overwhelming. But fear not, I'm here to help. And once you get a grasp of everything at play and how the systems sync in gameplay, you'll…

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24

May

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : Biomutant : Apocalypse with Personality

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Personality. It's a trait found in some games that is not clearly definable, yet you know it when you see it. While big-budget, triple-A experiences may showcase the most impressive graphics and incredible cinematics, they can feel lifeless. It often feels as…

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13

May

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : Resident Evil Village : Fantastically Bizarre

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Resident Evil is one of the most iconic franchises in gaming. Its introduction in 1996 changed horror games forever, and over the last 25 years it has become a cultural phenomenon, selling more than 110 million units and spawning a wealth of…

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04

May

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Review : Returnal : Breaking the Cycle of Monotony

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Housemarque, while an established studio that has developed quality games for years, is not a household name. Known primarily for Resogun and Nex Machina, Returnal is by far their most ambitious title yet and incredibly unique to boot. When Housemarque first explained…

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27

Apr

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

Articles

Industry Perspectives : Eiden Alexander on Game Development, Crunch, Xbox Game Pass, and More

In this written Industry Perspectives, I sat down with Lead Game Designer Eiden Alexander to discuss his path to the gaming industry, advice for those who want a career in developing video games, the challenges of crunch, Xbox Game Pass's impact on the industry, and more. Please enjoy. Ainsley Bowden…

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19

Apr

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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How Gaming Companies Overvalue Large Influencers

Influencer. It's a term we seem to hear daily now and, as it relates to gaming, it can be a large portion of what you interact with on social media sites, YouTube, Twitch, and more. In some cases, companies have begun to rely on influencers even more than traditional marketing…

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10

Mar

By Ainsley Bowden (Porshapwr)

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Gaming to Heal : Using Video Games to Deal with Anxiety, Depression, and Loss

In early 2019, several months after my son was murdered, I wrote The Good in Gaming. The article served a dual-purpose. It allowed me to express my personal experience with gaming, helping me through the toughest time of my life, while also highlighting the positive aspects of the gaming community…

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