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They may not share many similarities with their traditional counterparts, but these cozy games still help you kick back and relax. From hoards of demons to ancient gods and more, there is plenty to do. (Graphic created in Canva)

Sidequest: Falling into comfort with some unconventional cozy games

Jeremy Brown, Podcast Editor November 11, 2025
Fall has finally hit Sacramento, making it the perfect weather for a cozy video game. These games may lack many of the traits that many of the typical cozy games share but are nonetheless perfect for cuddling up with a warm drink and relaxing on a chilly fall day.
“Pokémon Legends: Z-A” is the latest addition to the “Pokémon” game series for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, which was released Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. The game returns players to the Kalos region from “Pokémon X and Y” as they explore the secrets of Lumiose City. (Photo courtesy of The Pokémon Company/Nintendo, made in Canva)

New ideas and older problems: A ‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ review

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer November 3, 2025
“Pokémon,” the popular monster-collecting game series, invites players back to Lumiose City in its latest release.
Sports video games are an engaging video game genre that brings people together for some high-action fun in the comfort of their home. Try out these five sports video games to play during your free time. (Graphic made in Canva by Giancarlo Diloy)

A list of the most exhilarating sports video games for all sports fans

Na’Jay Lewis, A&E Staffer October 30, 2025
With sports and video games being a fun niche that many people like, why not dive headfirst into both worlds altogether? Here are some of our top five favorite sports video games that have come out in the last 20 years.
“Borderlands 4” was released Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. The game is a highly anticipated continuation of the much-loved Borderlands series. (Photos courtesy of Gearbox Software. Graphic created in Adobe Photoshop by Jeremy Brown)

Embrace the mayhem with ‘Borderlands 4’

Jeremy Brown, Podcast Editor September 26, 2025
Take on the role of one of four new Vault Hunters and face down the oppressive Timekeeper in the latest entry to a much-loved series of games.
The Nintendo Switch 2’s road to release was rocky, as concerns about its price,  offers on hardware upgrades and high-profile game releases continued to rise. Three months in, is the Nintendo Switch 2 worth it? (Image courtesy of Nintendo)

Is it worth the switch? Three months with the Nintendo Switch 2

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer September 12, 2025
Nintendo’s newest console has been out for three months. Is it worth the high asking price?
“The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered” was shadow dropped Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Up to this point there had only been rumors circulating on whether it was going to be released. (Image courtesy of Bethesda Softworks, graphic made in Canva by Jeremy Brown)

No rose colored glasses required: ‘The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered’ makes nostalgia look good

Jeremy Brown, Staffer May 3, 2025
Nearly 20 years after the original, Bethesda Softworks unceremoniously released a remastered version of their hit game “Oblivion," refreshing the outdated graphics and making the game look exactly the way it always has in your memory.
Naoe stands overlooking an enemy fortress in the winter waiting for a moment to strike. The in-game world shifts through the seasons about every 140-180 real-world minutes bringing driving rain, scorching sun or blinding snow. (Photo courtesy of Ubisoft)

‘Assassin’s Creed: Shadows’ narrowly escapes the shadow of its predecessors

Jeremy Brown, Staffer March 31, 2025
As Ubisoft’s most recent entry in a beloved franchise, "Assassin’s Creed: Shadows" strives to remind fans of what they love about the series while taking steps in new directions.
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