(Image courtesy of Wikipedia. “Rebecca Heineman’s legacy will live on both in her work, and the industry she helped shape.”) Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Well-known game programmer, designer, software archivist and LGBTQ+ rights activist Rebecca “Burger Becky” Ann Heineman has passed away at the age of 62 following a month-long battle with aggressive adenocarcinoma, a…
A look at the music of “Hades II”
(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “The music of ‘Hades II’ reinforces its narratives and further immerses players in its world.”) Aaron Preziosi Connector Contributor Video game music can be just about anything: Sweeping, orchestral soundscapes that fill players’ headphones as they explore fantasy worlds, thrumming electronic beats accentuated by gunfire and shouting, blissful ambience punctuated by…
Triple-A gaming is making us pay more for less
(Photo courtesy of Spellbinder.com/Paige Burgueno) An example of video microtransactions Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor As Editor of our Arts & Entertainment section, I believe it to be my responsibility to stay as up to date as possible with what’s happening in the world of gaming. That involves reading about what’s going on in terms of…
“Hades II” Review: Weapons and Witchcraft
(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “Melinoe wields weapons and witchcraft alike in ‘Hades II’.”) Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Riding the success of 2020’s “Hades”, Supergiant Games released its sequel “Hades II” earlier this year on Sept. 25 following a four-year development cycle and a year-and-a-half of early access on Steam. Much like its predecessor, “Hades II”…
“Silent Hill f” is terrifying and terrific
(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Silent Hill f’ twists the series’ formula on its head and provides a new but familiar experience.”) Rick Dalton Connector Staff “Silent Hill f,” is the latest entry in Konami’s long running survival horror franchise. The game was published by Konami, developed by NeoBards Entertainment and released on Sept. 25, 2025.…
“Back to the Dawn” is a gritty Zootopian RPG
(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Back to the Dawn’ provides players with two distinct characters, allowing them to experience two different storylines in the same gritty setting.”) Jesse Nguyen Connector Editor When “Zootopia” meets high stakes political corruption, prison life and capitalism, out comes “Back to the Dawn,” which shines as a unique take on the…
“Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” is incredible
(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ is an incredible GOTY-worthy experience.”) Rick Dalton Connector Contributor “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” launched on April 24, 2025, and was instantly lauded as a Game of the Year contender. The game is the debut effort from French developers Sandfall Interactive. While drawing inspiration from JRPG franchises such…
“TRIBE NINE” shuts down with dignity
(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘TRIBE NINE’ had a short, but prolific run.”) Maxi France Connector Editor Gacha games — a genre that involves collecting randomized rewards, in-game currencies and dynamic live-service models — offer a nice escape from college life. Fans of the Danganronpa series and Japanese culture will be excited to play “Tribe Nine,”…
