Something is enduring about pixel art that keeps drawing us back. A handful of coloured squares shouldn’t have much power, ...

What are the best 2D Mario games? We rank every side-scrolling platformer in the Nintendo mascot's history.Super Mario’s 40-year history is a testament to all the different ways you can make a little ...

Pokemon Black and White 2 are considered the best 2D Pokemon games for their bold sequels and visually impressive sprites and backgrounds. Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver elevate the second ...

Dragon Quest 1 is noticeably older than 3, even in its remade form. Dragon Quest 3 is recognized as one of the godfathers of the RPG genre, setting the framework that party-based RPGs have built upon ...

2D horror games deserve a spotlight just like big-budget ones, offering unique gameplay experiences. Carrion is a thrilling reverse horror game using hit-and-run tactics for satisfying encounters.

Oliver Brandt is a Contributing Pop Culture Writer based in Tasmania, Australia. Their focus is reporting on video games, film, and TV. They have extensive knowledge of video game history and ...

Hop around a strange world, jump on the heads of enemies, and stop them in their tracks with red nectar! Don’t forget to deliver all the packages to the gods waiting for them! Outrider Mako was first ...

The 36-year-old game is remade anew for today's visual tastes, though decisions not to update the gameplay lead to a mixed bag. David Lumb is a senior reporter covering mobile and gaming spaces. Over ...

Jenni Lada: What was it like to work on Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake after working on Octopath Traveler? How did your experience on it shape your approach to Dragon Quest? Masaaki Hayasaka: I ...

The Soulslike genre has never relied on photorealism or grand open worlds to make its mark. Instead, it thrives on atmosphere, challenge and an intricate web of mechanics that ask players to earn ...

JRPGs "A lot of RPGs have adopted more action gameplay elements," says Dragon Quest remake producer, making old-school turn-based JRPGs "actually rare nowadays" and "considered fresh again" Dragon ...

The Legend of Zelda has been going strong since 1987, with virtually every game in the series beloved for one reason or another. Each Nintendo console always has at least one Zelda game released for ...