“Deus Ex: Mankind Divided” is the fourth entry in the series, which began back in 2000. (Photo courtesy of Square Enix) Brendan Jacques Connector Editor For those unaware, the “Deus Ex” saga is a series of first-person stealth role-playing games set in a near-future world designed to evoke the classic sci-fi film “Blade Runner” with…
The ‘Dark Souls’ series burns as brightly as ever
This is the fifth game released in the “Souls” series including last year’s “Bloodborne.” (Courtesy of Namco Entertainment) Brendan Jacques Connector Editor Since the series’ debut back in 2009, the “Souls” series has evolved into one of the most divisive and intriguing franchises ever released. While most modern video games try to appeal to as…
‘Daredevil’ returns with a punishing in season two
Jon Bernthal is best known for playing Shane Walsh on the show “The Walking Dead” (Courtesy of Marvel Studios) Brendan Jacques Connector Editor The first season of the Netflix/Marvel superhero series “Daredevil” was in many ways a surprise hit for both fans and critics alike. Considering the lukewarm reaction to Marvel’s previous attempts at translating its…
Indie game spotlight: ‘The Witness’
Courtesy Photo Brendan Jacques Connector Staff When it comes to creating and releasing a video game, or any other form of entertainment for that matter, there’s a tendency for the creator to build their game around a marketable ‘twist’. That twist can be anything from “It’s a military shooter, but with vehicles” to more complex…
‘August: Osage County’ turns up the heat
Brendan Jacques Connector Editor “Dissipation is actually much worse than cataclysm.” These are the words that best encapsulate the message of “August: Osage County,” a play that was put on by the UMass Lowell Theater Arts Program this past week. People may fear and loathe destruction, which comes in an instant and leaves its scars…
Indie Game Spotlight: ‘Undertale’ game review
Courtesy of Toby Fox Brendan Jacques Connector Editor In my opinion, the best pieces of art are the ones capable of defying genre and expectation. When people are trying to determine the worth of a particular form of entertainment, there is often a need, by the creators or the consumers, to categorize it within set genres,…
‘Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain’ review
Brendan Jacques Connector Editor Oh, how the times change and the mighty fall to rest. For more than 28 years, the “Metal Gear” franchise has stood as a benchmark for cinematic storytelling and stealth gameplay excellence. With its unforgettable characters, stunning set-piece moments, and an outrageous sense of humor to match its storytelling prowess, the…
‘Bloodborne’ review
Brendan Jacques Connector Staff “Bloodborne,” the newest creation by the mad geniuses at From Software, is the rare breed of game that demands your full attention at all times. At no point did I ever feel safe, with every corner of the desolate city of Yharnam potentially being home to new monstrosities and traps, each…
