Hypixel Studios releases 'Hytale,' fans compare to 'Minecraft'
By Leanne Abel | Feb. 5“Hytale” was released in January, and everyone is eager to play it after the delays and struggles it went through for eleven years.
VIDEO GAMES
‘Life Is Strange’ choices become arbitrary with new game announcement
By Ruby Johnson | Feb. 4With the continuation of Square Enix’s franchise, Life Is Strange, the choices players made in the first game seem to matter less and less.
Roblox vs. Schlep: Exposing child predators is vigilantism
By Nyla Gilbert | Feb. 3Roblox faces lawsuits and backlash after banning predator-hunting YouTuber Schlep, igniting debate over child safety, censorship and accountability.
Steam Hardware might rewire gaming industry
By Nyla Gilbert | Dec. 2Steam announced its newest 2026 endeavor, “Steam Hardware,” showcasing its PC-Console hybrids that are already shaking up the gaming industry.
The Game Awards announce game of the year nominees
By Micah Fenner | Nov. 25With a year of great games, these six stand above the rest.
Children’s online spaces disappear from internet
By Ruby Johnson | Nov. 19The rise and fall of early online children’s games doesn’t have a set reasoning. It may include wanting for more creative applications, online safety and the shutdown of Flash Player.
Minecraft's popularity returns in a new light
By Jordyn Wilson | Nov. 18Minecraft’s so-called resurgence isn't a comeback at all but a renewed spotlight on a game that has stayed popular.
'Dispatch’ lets you work a 9-5, saving the world
By Micah Fenner | Nov. 14With humor, heart and heroics, “Dispatch” tells a fantastic and captivating story.
EA bought in $55 billion purchase, creating uncertainty among playerbase
By Micah Fenner | Oct. 14Players are concerned about the future of their favorite games as the industry giant goes private.
'Super Mario Galaxy 1+2' bad omen for the future
By Logan Bauer | Oct. 13The rerelease of “Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2” on Switch illustrates the focus on profit over all else from Nintendo and reevaluates their goals as a company.
'Little Nightmares 3' demo increases fan anticipation
By Micah Fenner | Oct. 3The third installment of “Little Nightmares” provides more of the same, with a cooperative twist added in.
At 40, Mario’s still in his prime
By Ben Schneider | Sep. 8Mario’s 40th anniversary is right around the corner.
Etiquette expert discusses “A Minecraft Movie” theater trend
By Alexandra Hopkins | Apr. 17A trend which has risen from “A Minecraft Movie” is leading experts to question the etiquette of modern movie theaters.
Minecraft’s popularity rises, falls at OU
By Ben Schneider | Apr. 15Minecraft keeps returning to the public eye.
Cozy games offer relaxation, inclusivity
By Clara Leder | Apr. 8The genre allows a space for all to enjoy and relax.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct brings new titles, features
By Ben Schneider | Apr. 3On Wednesday, Nintendo aired its highly anticipated reveal presentation of the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo teases future, games in latest Nintendo Direct
By Ben Schneider | Mar. 28The Mar. 27 Nintendo Direct focused mainly on original Switch games, rather than games for its highly-anticipated successor.
PlayStation outage sparks dialogue about physical media
By Alexandra Hopkins | Feb. 18The PlayStation Network outage shook the gaming community worldwide, causing users to question how they access their favorite games.
OU students praise Pokémon’s newest mobile card game
By Alexandra Hopkins | Feb. 17The Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket edition brings back nostalgia and introduces millions to the classic trading card game.
Fortnite brings back OG, boosts engagement
By Cami Seymore | Feb. 4, 2025Fortnite introduced its “OG” mode in December 2024, sparking popularity among OU students.
