virtual worlds

  • The Misfocus in Open World gaming: Size and Collectables

    The Misfocus in Open World gaming: Size and Collectables

    We have all heard those developer statements of map size in open world games nowadays. They can often based on comparisons “several times larger thanĀ game” or similes “as big as”. I used to get excited by these announcements. This was until the actual games came out and more instances...
  • Will Game Developers Write Our Modern Day Mythology?

    Mythology and games are almost inseparable. There are so many fantastic creatures ready to be revived for the entertainment of a modern audience. Sometimes from all around the world. So many legends to take inspiration from or retell in a new way. Games really do have a unique relationship...