Nintendo teases future, games in latest Nintendo Direct
By Ben Schneider | Mar. 28, 2025The Mar. 27 Nintendo Direct focused mainly on original Switch games, rather than games for its highly-anticipated successor.
VIDEO GAMES
PlayStation outage sparks dialogue about physical media
By Alexandra Hopkins | Feb. 18, 2025The 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. 17, 2025The 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.
Marvel Rivals surges in popularity at OU
By Jen Fosnaught | Jan. 24, 2025Marvel Rivals takes over both the worldwide gaming scene as well as Athen’s following its release.
OU Esports officer predicts 2024 GOTY
By Alexandra Hopkins | Nov. 12, 2024What does a Bobcat Esports officer think about this year’s biggest video games?
Blabby Abby: Pokémon fails to honor loyal fanbase
By Abby Jenkins | Sep. 30, 2024Known for its nostalgic video games and collectible cards, the famous Pokémon franchise has the hearts of many, but continues to disappoint its fans.
'InZoi' shows realism can be too real
By Nyla Gilbert | Sep. 26, 2024Life simulation games are evolving to new lengths with “InZoi.”
‘Concord’ shutdown reflects current state of gaming industry
By Alexandra Hopkins | Sep. 18, 2024Sony’s shutdown of “Concord” reflects the declining state of the gaming industry.
Dress to Impress offers new era of gaming, fashion fusion
By Cami Seymore | Sep. 3, 2024Roblox’s Dress to Impress is the game of the summer, and its collaboration with Charli XCX only helped broaden its audience.
SAG-AFTRA strikes against voice acting companies
By Leanne Abel | Aug. 29, 2024SAG-AFTRA voice actors are on strike against large voice-acting companies due to the widespread use of AI.
Sorrel’s Side Quests: ‘Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo’ is a quiet Halloween hit
By Sorrel Kerr-Jung | Oct. 25, 2023“Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo” is a striking and spooky visual novel adventure.
Bobcat Esports sparks inclusivity for student gamers
By Carly DeLuca | Oct. 1, 2023Bobcat Esports has a plethora of opportunities for student gamers to compete, learn and, most importantly, ignite their love of gaming.
Twin Takes: Paul Skenes is a great pick for the Pittsburgh Pirates
By Paul Nern | July 13, 2023Paul Skenes is the most pro-ready guy for the Buccs.
Sorrel’s Side Quests: 'Tears of the Kingdom' has made me an open world 'Zelda' convert
By Sorrel Kerr-Jung | May 24, 2023“The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” proves that an open world “Zelda” game can be great.
Lillian’s Lowdown: “The Sims 4” is free, yet way too expensive
By Lillian Barry | Apr. 27, 2023How does a free game end up costing over $1,000?
Sorrel’s Side Quests: Hey, you - play a new game
By Sorrel Kerr-Jung | Apr. 27, 2023Stop telling yourself video games aren’t for you.
Sorrel’s Side Quests: ‘TRON: Identity’ makes ‘TRON’ cool again
By Sorrel Kerr-Jung | Apr. 20, 2023Visual novel “TRON: Identity” proves that there’s still room for interesting “TRON” stories.
Sorrel’s Side Quests: ‘Resident Evil 4’s’ post-release microtransactions are a problem
By Sorrel Kerr-Jung | Apr. 12, 2023Resident Evil 4” now offers pay-to-win DLC. Here’s why that’s an issue.
Sorrel’s Side Quests: ‘John Wick Chapter 4’ is great because it’s a video game
By Sorrel Kerr-Jung | Apr. 6, 2023“John Wick Chapter 4” borrows from video games to enhance its structure.
