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‘Marvel’s Spider-Man 2:’ An Epic Web-Slinging Adventure

By Graham Jones, Arts Writer, News For U Producer October 24, 2023

  Insomniac’s “Spider-Man” was a smash success when PlayStation players first got their hands on it in 2018. It changed the landscape for superhero games. It upped expectations for developers...

Leon Kennedy, the Protagonist of Resident Evil 4

The ‘Resident Evil 4’ Remake and Video Game Preservation

By Ethan Blume, Arts Writer April 5, 2023

  Five or so years ago, I played my first “Resident Evil” game. It was the HD Remaster of the original “Resident Evil," and that still holds a special place in my heart, even after playing...

Video games at the library on April 3, 2010 in Salt Lake City, UT.
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The $70 Video Game is Becoming a Frightening Possibility

By Colter Hendrickson July 18, 2020

  It is no secret that there is a hard-set limit to how expensive video games can go. Ask any avid gamer — or even people who aren’t very familiar with games — how much a top-tier video game...

Guitar Hero used unique controllers to lure in fans. (Courtesy Wikimedia Commons)

The Importance of Fading Video Game Fads

By Ray H., Arts Writer November 6, 2019

The video game industry has had its ups and downs, but game developers continue to find ways to push creativity and innovation to make the next big hit. These innovations lead to fads — trends in genre...

The Us Esports Teams Gear up for Another Groundbreaking Year

The U’s Esports Teams Gear up for Another Groundbreaking Year

By Ethan Pearce, Sports Editor October 23, 2019

  Competitive gaming, known as esports, is the brand-new thing in intercollegiate athletics. Esports is a fast-growing market and the U was among the first to recognize that. In 2017, the University...

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Gaming Corner: ‘My Big Sister’

By Ray H., Arts Writer May 20, 2019

  Adventure-horror game "My Big Sister" features a young girl who tries to save her older sister after they are both abducted from their home. Stranga Games — a one-man independent game company...

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Gaming Corner: ‘Mortal Kombat 11’

By Ray H., Arts Writer April 30, 2019

  "Mortal Kombat 11" continues the revamp of the "Mortal Kombat" series that began with the ninth installment. While it’s not the best game to come out this year, it keeps the series going. Mortal...

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Gaming Corner: ‘Jump Force’

By Ray H., Arts Writer April 14, 2019

  In this massive Shonen Jump manga and anime crossover, “Jump Force” takes the fighting out of their respectful animes and mangas and throws it into its own game. It’s a three-on-three arena-style...