Peter Tieryas
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The Literary Horror Of Eternal Darkness
7Eternal Darkness is a 2002 GameCube game featuring an epically dark story that takes place over thousands of years. It’s a series of interconnected tales, almost like a collection of Edgar Allan Poe’s short stories, that weave together myth, occultism and some of the dark chapters in religion. While most people associate the horrors of…
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Romance Of The Three Kingdoms Is A Perfect Blend Of Strategy And Alt History
Romance of the Three Kingdoms (ROTK) is my Civilisation, the tactical strategy game I poured hours of my life into without regret. As my parting article for my run as guest editor today, let me tell you why I love this series so much.
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The Immoral Morality Of Ultima V
Ultima IV: Quest of the Avatar was a revolutionary game because there wasn’t a traditional villain to fight against. Instead, the focus was on becoming the Avatar, chasing after honour, sacrifice, humility, and spirituality. In Ultima V: Warriors of Destiny, the teachings have become totally corrupted.
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GTA V’s Missions Are The Ultimate Thrill Ride
The Grand Theft Auto series is the modern epic, encompassing American culture in all its decadence and corrupted glory. The humour is crass, the violence is shocking, and the game’s allure keeps us going mission after a mission as we follow a cast of conflicted criminals.