Tag Archives: videogames

Rise of the Tomb Raider and the Bible

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Nelson

Last year, I did a short video series about playing through the first few hours of Rise of the Tomb Raider. These segments focus on the improvements in gameplay compared to the previous title,  and how often they are overshadowed by … Continue reading →

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The Deadly Tower of Monsters PS4 Livestream

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Nelson

The Deadly Tower of Monsters is a flawed, fantastic, loving pastiche of 50s sci-fi B-movies. Complete with an extremely smart script parodying gaming, film, and “Director’s Commentary” cliches, I think ACE Team did a killer job of avoiding almost every … Continue reading →

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Beyond Rated-M: Going Beyond Emotional Empathy in Slow Down, Bull

Posted on April 9, 2016 by Nelson

Developers Insomniac Games and Lisa Brown use game design and a gorgeous homemade aesthetic to promote emotional empathy in fantastic family-friendly title, Slow Down, Bull.* Support Slow Down, Bull (Steam) *Slow Down, Bull was received for review/coverage. See our statement of ethics here and … Continue reading →

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Beyond Rated-M: Else.HeartBreak()

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Nelson

Though I can’t wholeheartedly recommend Else.HeartBreak()‘s* gameplay due to factors including objectionable moral content (the plot virtually requires the player to engage in stalker-like behavior, use of/references to drugs and alcohol, etc.), the freedom it offers provides compelling lessons for … Continue reading →

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Video Games and the Bible’s 2015 Steam Fall Sale Recommendations

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Nelson

Looking for something to purchase during the Steam Fall  “Exploration” Sale? Below are a few of our top picks (in no particular order)… ______________________________________ Citizens of Earth Citizens of Earth by Christian developer Ryan Vandendyck and Eden Industries is a clever JRPG … Continue reading →

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Video Games and the Bible Plays: Valkyria Chronicles (PC Version)

Posted on July 5, 2015 by Nelson

*Sources of screenshots are listed in their respective file names. __________________________________________ Summary Valkyria Chronicles is a multi-faceted strategy JRPG without magic. My Experience ·Originally released on the PS3 in 2008, Valkyria Chronicles’ unique combination of tactics and marksmanship feel utterly fantastic … Continue reading →

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Editorial: Endless Steam–How I Found Valve’s Greatest Game and Lost Myself Along the Way

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Nelson

*Sources of screenshots are listed in their respective file names. ______________________________ 1:57… 1:58… 1:59… 2 AM–finally. It will take at least 5 minutes for the store to stabilize, 10 more for prices and discounts to appear correctly, and another 10 … Continue reading →

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Editorial: Sin in Paradise and Messages in Bottles–An Open Letter to Dylan Barry

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Nelson

*Sources of screenshots are listed in their respective file names. *Mild spoilers for Selfie: Sisters of the Amniotic Lens follow. __________________________________________ Dylan… We met on Beta Wave Radio a few months ago and now chat every few days, discussing everything from the … Continue reading →

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SteamWorld Dig Review (PS4)

Posted on April 4, 2015 by Nelson

*Sources of screenshots are listed in their respective file names. Please note that the review below is for the version available on PlayStation platforms. As far as I  know, there are no functional differences between the PS4/PS Vita, PC, Wii U/3DS … Continue reading →

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Editorial: “Religion Has Hurt People”–Christianity and Diversity in Gaming

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Nelson

Audio Version: VGB Audio Editorial–Religion Has Hurt People–Christianity and Diversity in Gaming (Download) At what point does stating your beliefs in a manner more palatable to a secular culture equate to watering down your message? I ask because this is … Continue reading →

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