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"Rainswept" is full of breathtaking art and music, but the game lacks character building and plot. The game also suffers from a plethora of glitches and errors that interrupt the immersive experience.

Review: “Rainswept” is a deluge of visceral visuals

By Avery Alexander • February 20, 2019

A rich landscape of beautiful, rolling hills is quickly followed by the silhouette of a man in his window — then a heart-stopping bang leads to peaceful silence. This is the beginning of “Rainswept,”...

Tyler Hiney, senior Integrated Marketing Communications Major, writes that eSports players should be treated as athletes due to the extensive effort they put into their sport.

Commentary: ESports require the same effort as physical sports

By Tyler Hiney • November 5, 2018
There is no doubt in my mind that these players are athletes and that eSports are the same as traditional sports.
Sophomore Griffin Charyn, clarinetist, plays along to “Cara Mia Addio” from “Portal 2,” conducted by Bryce Tempest at the Feb. 12 rehearsal. Through music, the group aims to be empowered by the nerd stereotype that’s often associated with video gamers.

Orchestra aims to eradicate gender bias and video gamer stigma

By Kate Nalepinski, Life & Culture Editor • February 15, 2017
"[The Orchestra] brings these two seemingly different worlds together and helps us realize there’s actually a lot of similarities between the two.”
Review: Remastered game improves on 'GTA' universe

Review: Remastered game improves on ‘GTA’ universe

By Kenny Chapman, Staff Writer • December 3, 2014
The remastered "Grand Theft Auto V" improves on the original games visuals and gameplay.
Ithaca College Gamer Symphony Orchestra Performs

Ithaca College Gamer Symphony Orchestra Performs

By Rachel Doane and Yana Mazurkevich • October 29, 2014
The Gamer Symphony Orchestra performed in Ford Hall on Oct 28. Their set list included songs from video games such as “Final Fantasy” and “Fire Emblem.”

Review: Mediocre story robs game of quality

By Steven Pirani, Assistant Accent Editor • March 19, 2014
Stealthy action title stumbles over a confounding plot and clumsy characterization.
Members of the IC Game Developers Club pose during Global Game Jam, an event where gamers come together to create video games, on Jan. 25–27, 2013, in New York City. The college is hosting a 48-hour jam on Jan. 24.

Students unite in game-development marathon

By Amanda Hutchinson, Staff Writer • January 22, 2014
On Jan. 24, the college will host Global Game Jam, an international event where gamers and game developers team up to create video games for 48-hours.
Video game “Evoland” features the character Clink on his journey through the evolution of video games. During his travels, Clink encounters magical chests that give him special graphics and sound effects.

Review: ‘Evoland’ recalls retro video game strategies

By Nathan Rafalowski, Staff Writer • April 24, 2013
"Evoland" surrounds the main character, Clink, while he goes through different eras of video games.
Review: Video game triumphs with refined combat

Review: Video game triumphs with refined combat

By Robert Mayo, Staff Writer • April 4, 2013
"BioShock: Infinite" provides impressive combat mechanics and a clever and complex story.
Review: Action video game offers thrilling combat

Review: Action video game offers thrilling combat

By Robert Mayo, Staff Writer • March 21, 2013
New Tomb Raider video game reveals the back story of female protagonist Lara Croft.

Review: Videogame expands tactical role playing genre

By Robert Mayo, Staff Writer • February 20, 2013
"Fire Emblem: Awakening" refines the Tactical Role Playing Genre and maintains classic features.
Review: Imaginative videogame creates magical journey

Review: Imaginative videogame creates magical journey

By Robert Mayo, Staff Writer • January 29, 2013
Japanese Role Playing Game "Ni no Kuni" dazzles with strong art direction and a creative storyline.
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