Death Stranding and the Divine Ritual of Rest (LTN)
Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding is a clarion call for the need of making self-care an intentional practice in a world of ever-increasing workaholism.
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pieces written for other outlets where I divulge personal experiences and interpretations of videogames, usually from (but not limited to) a Christian angle.
Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding is a clarion call for the need of making self-care an intentional practice in a world of ever-increasing workaholism.
Continue readingWe exhibit glee at the silly mistakes and misfortune of others, but how much is too much? Untitled Goose Game prompts reflection upon our love of mischief.
Continue readingRemedy’s newest game, Control, masterfully celebrates both playing video games and those who play them.
Continue readingThe inconsistent world of Resident Evil 2 reminds us that hopeful improvisation is needed in a reality clashing with our idyllic lives and goals.
Continue readingThe original Spyro trilogy doesn’t hold up as well in comparison to other 3D platformers of its time. Super Mario 64 has more compelling platforming and secrets. The same is true for Banjo-Kazooie, boasting more amusing, clever writing as well. Ocarina of Time and Majora’s Mask are in classes of…
Continue readingI spent a couple hours exploring The Painted World of Ariamis to see what enemies and secrets laid about. Once I got my fill of the place’s snowy castle grounds, I gathered my focus to face Priscilla. I waited for the boss to pounce, but the strange, dragon-like woman remained still. I…
Continue readingVideo games are only getting bigger and deeper. Complex, branching narratives, layered systems and mechanics, sprawling, detailed worlds begging to be explored—these are becoming the rule rather than the exception to meet consumers’ ever-increasing standards. Even still, I’ve begun longing for simpler, more relaxing experiences as time goes by. Escapism…
Continue readingIn the wake of Veterans Day, I’ve found myself thinking about Medal of Honor recipient Desmond Doss. Doss was an army medic in the Pacific Theatre of World War II. As a Seventh-day Adventist, he not only requested to observe the Sabbath on Saturdays, but he also refused…
Continue readingFrom destroying Wizards that came from the Moon to preventing the spread of SIVA, players that persevered in the original Destiny always rose to the top. Some Guardians with perfected Light levels even made some of the toughest Raids and Nightfall Strikes look like child’s play, in part…
Continue readingDuring Heavy Rain’s opening sequence, you get a glimpse into your character’s life. He has two sons named Jason and Shaun, and it happens to be the former’s birthday today, so you engage in some shenanigans to celebrate. One of these includes a mock sword fight with Jason, and while…
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