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“Slay the Princess” is a new spin on fairy tale stories

“Slay the Princess” is a new spin on fairy tale stories

(Photo courtesy of: Polygon) “The title princess chained up.” Sophia Pascoal Connector Contributor In the newest visual novel by Black Tabby Games, players are given the opportunity to go against fairytale stereotypes. Released on October 23, 2023, “Slay the Princess” tells the story of an imprisoned princess whom the player must put to death. Otherwise,

Fly into the open world of “Sky: Children of the Light”

(Photo courtesy of: Apple Developer) “Character discovering part of the expansive world of this cross-platform game.” Emma Nichols Connector Contributor Developed by Thatgamecompany, “Sky: Children of the Light” (2019) is a free-to-play world exploration game. Players can access it on mobile, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, with a PC release date to be announced. As a

“Monument Valley+” is a relaxing escape

(Photo courtesy of: iMore) “‘Monument Valley+’ is designed to help people unwind through puzzles.” Madison Harkey Connector Contributor Imagine being immersed in one of the world’s most famous Dutch graphic artist’s designs. “Monument Valley +” offers more than just a simplistic puzzle game. Inspired by M. C. Escher’s artworks, the game follows Princess Ida through

‘Fire Emblem Fates’ burns brightly

“Fire Emblem Fates” is the 12th game in the series. (Photo courtesy of Nintendo) Shane Foley Connector Staff Of all the Nintendo franchises in existence, none has embodied the Cinderella story as “Fire Emblem” did. Since no titles were released in America prior to “Super Smash Bros. Melee,” it seems the franchise started from the

Indie game spotlight: Welcome to Va-11 Hall-A

“Va-11 Hall-A” is the first game developed by Sukeban Games. (Courtesy of Sukeban Games) Vernon Gibbs Connector Staff “Va-11 Hall-A” captures audience’s hearts and refuses to let go. Released on Steam back in June 2016, “Va-11 Hall-A” is a visual novel/simulator where the player gets to play as a bartender. The story is set in

Choose ‘Monster Hunter: Generations’ and hunt no more

Vernon Gibbs Connector Staff “Monster Hunter: Generations” is a celebration of all its predecessors. Released in the U.S. on July 15, 2016, “Generations” is the eighth localized installment of the “Monster Hunter” series. “Monster Hunter” is exactly what it says on the tin: players hunt monsters. Armed with nothing but their wits and some bottom-feeder

‘Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Wildlands’ indicates Ubisoft is back in form

“Ghost Recon: Wildlands” is the first major entry in the “Ghost Recon” series since 2012’s “Ghost Recon: Future Soldier.” (Photo Courtesy of Ubisoft) Andrew Sciascia Connector Staff When the beta dropped for the newest installment of the “Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon,” longtime fans of Clancy games and the tactical shooter genre were floored. With last

Indie game spotlight: ‘Furi’

“Furi” is the first PC title created by the Game Bakers since their formation in 2010. (Courtesy of The Game Bakers) Connor Kennedy Connector Contributor “The jailor is the key; kill him and you are free.” These are the words that start off The Game Bakers’ newest title “Furi”. The player assumes the role of