It’s no secret that facial animations are important for telling a personal story. It’s hard to get a deep story across when characters look and feel like robots. Facial animations are important to help players understand the all-too-human emotion some characters feel, and how they move. Luckily, there are plenty of great games with the best facial animati
For the second time around, it would be great to actually see more landscapes unique to the American landmass. Dense forests of Redwoods, expansive deserts, and deep valleys. It's a treasure trove of geography to harness and could offer so many unique gameplay aspects, from rappelling down canyons to kicking up dust storms in a des
In a world where human death was catastrophic, it felt odd to have literal killers, and even more so that Sam could use actual guns to kill them. Combat was never where the game shined, but rather in the rare moments you did have human interactions. Seeing porters and trading valuable gear felt much more impactful than gunning down Mules. For the sequel, it could be great to expand this, letting you see people out and connecting again, free from the desolation of the origi
The beginning entry in Cyberpunk 2077 may have been a stressful experience for many, regarding the glitches that plagued the game’s release. However, with the latest updates from CD Projekt Red, Cyberpunk 2077 has been given the rightful love that it deserved upon release. The game is a great open-world experience, with plenty of deep themes layered in the writing and gamep
Video games have also showcased some incredible and iconic story points and climaxes. From multiple perspectives regarding topics about life, death, the human condition, and godhood, there have been several video games that feature some incredible monologues, all thanks to superb writing, direction, and top-notch acting. These particular video game monologues can come across differently depending on the game. Some are cinematic and are akin to films whilst others are addressed directly to the player and can even be interactive, creating an experience that is truly unlike any ot
Lisa Unger is seen in Death Stranding in a horrific state of experimental procedures. Lisa Unger is on life support, in a permanent coma to keep her from dying, and eventually necrotizing. Lisa is the mother of Sam. A mother he never knew because she was dead before he grew up. However, it would be interesting to see more of Lisa in flashba
Kojima's games in the past have had an issue with female characters being put into somewhat background roles. Quiet in MGS5 was a great character, but she really didn't need to be like that . Fragile, thankfully, avoids much of that same writing and is one of the few characters of the original Death Stranding to be a consistent presence across the g
From the beginning, Death Stranding makes you aware that it wants you to plan your journey. You can fast-travel, but it's more a burden than a blessing and takes most of the fun out of the game. As such, it gives you some vehicles with their own strengths and weaknesses to make your journey that much smoot
Though not the most amazing monologue, the reunion, and reintroduction of her character set the tone for what will be an amazing ride for the rest of the game. It also highlights how a well-timed entry of a character can do wonders for any sc
Fallout: New Vegas has one of the most memorable openings in gaming history, showing players a glimpse of New Vegas and how the in-game world has evolved since the advent of the NCR and Caesar's Legion. All of this is capped off with a menacing monologue from a heinous mobster by the name of Benny, who steals the Courier's package before shooting a bullet through their h
Though Sovereign oddly embellishes some details and appears to give away too much context for the ‘mortals’, Sovereign’s authority and kernels of truth about existence within the monologue can’t help but strike a chilling yet resonating chord in play
Numerous titles from the eighth generation attempt to evoke powerful emotions and say poignant things about human life. Much like literature, video games are grappling with philosophical questions, moral conundrums, and attempting to untangle the human condition. One of the bestselling titles of the last generation was Red Dead Redemption 2 , a game that frustrated several players due to its slow-paced gameplay. However, if one is willing to immerse themselves in Arthur Morgan's cowboy life, they will find a complex story that interrogates morality and mortality, and how humans cope with b
Central to the themes and gameplay of Death Stranding 2 Dlc Stranding was Timefall. It functioned like rainfall but caused anything touched by it to rapidly age and degrade. It was key thematically, tying into the ideas of extinction, but just as important in gameplay, deteriorating your gear and any cargo you were carry