I think it’s fair to say that “all a video game needs to be fun is for you to have fun” is a relatively tepid take at this point — I don’t personally read a lot of video game news and reviews, but I can say with confidence that every time a studio does something state-of-the-art, groundbreaking, or particularly creative, someone at some publication somewhere espouses that age-old quote. And I get the sentiment! Fancy schmancy mechanics or fan-accelerating graphics aren’t always what makes a game good, (though they’re certainly welcome when done well): sometimes, simple is best.

Issue XVII: February 2022Adam LeifFebruary 24, 2022Adam Leif

Picross: My Love, My Hate, My Muse

For me, Picross isn’t a game that I sit down and completely clear over the span of a couple days. No, it’s more elusive, a long hunt like no other, one unmatched by the likes of Super Smash Bros or Mario Kart. Unmatched by Wii Boxing and its kin. It’s a beast to be conquered.

Issue XIV: September 2021Adam LeifSeptember 26, 2021Adam LeifComment