In its typical fashion, Nintendo has taken fans by surprise yet again, releasing a promotional image that exposes Mario’s nipples. The aptly-named Nips offers his hot takes on possibly the biggest video gaming scandal ever.
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Early Thoughts on PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds
Nips has been offering his body to the brutal experience that is PUBG, or “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.” Here are his initial thoughts on the early-release title that is taking the gaming world by storm!
Horizon Zero Dawn – PlayStation 4
In Horizon Zero Dawn, the player roams a post-apocalyptic world as a badass hunter. Bow in hand, Nips sets forth to bring back tales of fallen metal monsters!
Snake Pass – Nintendo Switch
Slither your way to victory with Snake Pass! Featuring impressive mechanics that rely on a procedurally animated physics-based system, Snake Pass takes the spot of this reviewer’s favorite platformer for 2017.
Rime – PlayStation 4
Taking place on an island with imaginative puzzles, Rime is the newest adventure game by Tequila Works. Nips explores this magical land to come back with tales of its offerings.
Early Thoughts on Gwent
Nips offers his initial thoughts on the beta for Gwent: The Witcher Card Game. If you’re looking for a new game like Hearthstone or Magic: The Gathering, Gwent may be just what you need!
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Switch
After years of waiting, gamers are given a Zelda that they can once again invest their imaginations in. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild flips the script on plenty of the series’s tired tropes, resulting in a game that captures the essence of pure adventure.
Oxenfree – PlayStation 4
Following the current trend of walking simulator game, Oxenfree is a story-based adventure/conversation-simulator that features an amazing narrative with lovable characters and an impressive degree of immersion and fluidity. If you’re interested in open endings and dynamic storytelling, Oxenfree just might be the game for you.
The Banner Saga 2 – PlayStation 4
In preparation for the third and final title of the series, Nips reviews The Banner Saga 2. Prepare for an immersive world filled with Medieval combat, intrigue, and fantasy in the second title by Stoic.
Overcooked – PlayStation 4
Overcooked challenges you to get your chef on with friends, collaborating to beat the clock in a couch gaming extravaganza of culinary craziness.
What Lessons Can Modern Games Learn From Hitman?
Exhausted by the predatory practices of AAA games, Nips looks to the release of Hitman for a bit of inspiration.
Hitman – PlayStation 4
2016’s Hitman puts on its best disguise and walks on in through the front door–to our hearts. Nips explores why Hitman might just be his favorite video game from 2016.
Prince of Persia – PC
Prince of Persia is a household name in video games. But, what was the original title like? This Retrorary, Nips takes a look at the original Prince of Persia to explore why it was so popular in the first place.
Savior – Cuba’s First Indie Game
For the socialist island known as Cuba, recent years have seen a dramatic uptick in the country’s worldwide presence. It’s been a little over half a century since the infamous 1960 American embargo against Cuba, a fact of life that has soured the country’s ability to import desired–and necessary–goods, leaving the country’s citizens in a… Continue reading Savior – Cuba’s First Indie Game
hap Inc.: Humor in Mobile Games
hap Inc. is a little-known Japanese mobile game developer that excels at injecting everyday life with bizarre and humorous moments. Nips explores their extensive repertoire to return with a few hidden gems you can download for free.