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Dave The Diver: Plunging Headfirst into New Worlds
Too scared to play Subnautica, but want to traverse a deep sea environment? Meet Dave The Diver, developed by studio Mint Rocket, a cosy, yet challenging experience as the player inhabits Dave, a diver returning from his vacation, as he gathers different types of fish for the renowned Bancho Sushi. Pact full of incredible animations, dynamic boss battles and quests, Dave The Diver is easily one of the best games I’ve had the pleasure to play this year.
How “Very Mindful, Very Demure” Became the Internet’s Latest Phrase
Because nothing says “I’m totally unbothered” like meticulously curated restraint.The internet, a wild and unpredictable beast, never fails to surprise with the phrases it decides to bless—or curse—us with. This time, it’s the delightful “very mindful, very demure,” a phrase that’s somehow managed to infiltrate our collective consciousness, especially on TikTok, turning everything from ordering…
Charli XCX’s Brat Era Takes Over Dress to Impress
This Might Be the Best Brat Collab Yet Just when we thought our favourite digital dress-up game, Dress to Impress (DTI), had reached its peak, they’ve gone and outdone themselves. If you read our recent piece, “The New Era of Digital Dress-Up: How Roblox’s Dress to Impress Captivates a Generation”, you’ll know we’re completely besotted…
City Pop: The Soundtrack and Aesthetic of 1980s Japan
Exploring the vibrant music and visual culture that captured the essence of Japan’s urban lifestyle during its economic boom, and its resurgence in the digital age. You’re walking through the neon-lit streets of Tokyo at night. The city is alive with the hum of life, from the buzzing sounds of arcades to the chatter of…
The New Era of Digital Dress-Up: How Roblox’s “Dress to Impress” Captivates a Generation
Once shaped by nostalgic browser games, Gen Z are now finding fashion-forward fun and creativity in Roblox’s latest hit, “Dress to Impress.” Written by Ore Adeyoola In recent years, many female gamers have reminisced on their childhood memories of sites like GirlsGoGames and Disney’s Pixie Hollows, which have long passed their peak popularity and, in…
The Rise of Inclusive, Low-Pressure Communities
In a world of hyper-competitive and often toxic gaming environments, women look for a sanctuary to simply enjoy their games without the noise of exclusion. In the increasingly noisy world of online gaming, where hyper-competitive environments and toxic behavior often dominate, the need for alternative spaces is more crucial than ever. These spaces aren’t necessarily…
More Than a Console: How Hardware Defines Gameplay
What Another Code: Recollection reveals about the importance of utilising game console hardware to its fullest potential Written by Arwa Al-Sahli As a form of media, video games have a unique feature that separates them from other forms of art: player interaction. Game developers utilise and embrace this aspect, as good game design shapes a…
What Makes or Breaks a Video Game to Screen Adaptation?
Examining the Evolution and Future of Video Game Adaptations Written by Ore Adeyoola It’s the early nineties, and video games have just experienced a boom in popularity. As two extremely visual mediums, film adaptations of video games felt like a no-brainer. Turning an already extremely popular intellectual property into a blockbuster film should be a…
The Cutest Uniqlo Lines You Never Knew Existed
Uniqlo has been working with Studio Ghibli, Miffy and mofusand to create some adorable designs Last year in 2023, Uniqlo announced their collaboration with Studio Ghibli, producing a fashion line that celebrates beloved films such as Ponyo, Princess Mononoke, My Neighbour Totoro, Castle in the Sky, and finally, the critically acclaimed Spirited Away. The Uniqlo…
CupcakKe’s Dauntless Manifesto: More Than a Meme
G.URL takes a bite out of cupcakKe’s latest album; Dauntless Manifesto It is always difficult to pinpoint a tone that feels appropriate when conducting these musical deep dives, but cupcakKe makes that job even more challenging – in all the best ways. Known for her outlandishly vulgar and raunchy lyricism, CupcakKe and the internet tend…
I think about it all the time: Charli xcx’s BRAT and Motherhood
As BRAT Summer comes to an end, it’s time to look at some of Charli xcx’s most underrated tracks on her BRAT album This BRAT summer we’ve had the Apple dance, Charli XCX’s Boiler Room set in Ibiza, and finally, an iconic collaboration with Billie Eilish on a remix of Guess. But beyond the many…
BLACKSTARKIDS’ “SOULMATEZ!”: A Sonic Rebellion Wrapped in Nostalgia
BLACKSTARKIDS’ “SOULMATEZ!” is a neon-hued love letter to a chaotic world where nostalgia and modern angst collide. In the ever-evolving tapestry of youth culture, BLACKSTARKIDS stand out as both provocateurs and curators. Their latest single, “SOULMATEZ!,” is more than just a catchy track; it’s a manifesto, a collision of sound and vision that captures the…
The Resurrection of MySims: Cosy Nostalgia or Corporate Ploy?
EA bets on cosy vibes and nostalgia, but will the return of MySims warm our hearts or just our wallets? In a gaming landscape where nostalgia sells, EA is dusting off the cobwebs of its once-beloved MySims franchise and reintroducing it to a new generation on the Nintendo Switch. Slated for a 19 November 2024…
A Short Goodbye to Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
As Nintendo announces the end of service for Pocket Camp, it’s time to say a temporary farewell to the Animal Crossing worlds within our phones In an email to Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp players, Nintendo has announced that the service for the game will sadly be coming to an end on November 28th 2024 at…
Style Savvy: The Nostalgic Dress-Up Game for the Nintendo DS
With the resurgence of digital dress-up games online, one game had surprisingly been ahead of its time… Written by Hafsa Ahmed Dress-up games became a hit in the online digital space during the 2000s. Many of these were the classic, click-and-select gameplays that provided clothes to dress up avatars. However, they didn’t just exist online.…
Fantage: A Glittering Digital Ghost Town
Ah, Fantage—a flashback to the days when the internet felt like a freshly discovered galaxy. Imagine it: 2008, an era where the internet was less algorithmic and more anarchic, where the hottest trend wasn’t about who had the most followers, but who had the most neon-clad avatar in an online game designed for kids. Fantage was the digital utopia for the tweenage crowd, a place where your biggest dilemma was whether to splurge your hard-earned Stars on a new virtual outfit or save up for a more exclusive hairdo. It was a pixelated paradise, until it wasn’t.
Vapourwave: The Aesthetic of Digital Dystopia
Exploring the Dreamlike Nostalgia of an Internet-Born Subculture The 2010s saw the birth of countless digital subcultures, but none have lingered in our collective consciousness quite like Vapourwave. What started as a niche internet movement has become a defining aesthetic for a generation that’s both obsessed with and critical of the past. Dismissed by some…
Spiritfarer: A Game About Life, Death, and Human Connection
How Spiritfarer Embraces the Complexities of Life and Death Written by Calypso Morgan 2020 is a year many of us would rather forget, but if it is to be remembered for one thing, it should be the release of a game that turned the world upside down. This isn’t a reference to Animal Crossing: New…
Mum’s Letters in Animal Crossing
In the world of Animal Crossing, the letters from Mum (or Mom) have evolved into something of a cult artefact, a weird blend of digital nostalgia and a reminder of that soft, maternal nudge from a simpler time. They’re these peculiar little notes you receive as you toil away, pulling weeds and catching bugs on your quaint little island. Mum’s letters are equal parts endearing and slightly offbeat—a perfect encapsulation of the game’s charm, but with an undertone that makes you question who’s really writing them and why they keep coming.
So… Why Are Trinkets Now Cool?
The trend of collecting things obsessively, from tiny figurines to trading cards, isn’t just a fleeting fad—it’s a deep-seated part of our culture, one that has been constantly evolving yet ever-present. Whether it’s Sonny Angels, Pokémon cards, or even vintage annuals, there’s something magnetic about the act of collecting that resonates across generations.