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E3 2021 Mini-Preview: Meet Octarina, bringer of mayhem
Simple chaos. Sticky tentacles. Deeply satisfying destruction. Get free of the sushi factory in physics-based puzzler Octarina.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 16, 20213 min read


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: UNBEATABLE - Beating the odds... and your insecurities
"UNBEATABLE is an anime-inspired rhythm adventure game where music is illegal and you do crimes." Say no more and sign us up.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 16, 20214 min read


E3 2021: Nintendo saves E3 — but the week of gaming surprises didn't really need it
With Nintendo's big Direct and a few final indies, E3 drew to a close. VGG implores you to focus on the good after a difficult year.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 16, 20213 min read


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: TOEM is TOtally EMazing
Be helpful and get snapping in TOEM. Check out our early access review for the demo, which goes public during the Steam Next Fest.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 15, 20214 min read


E3 2021: Seven standout games from Day 2 of E3 weekend
E3 Day 2 was memorable and meme-able. But here's what we can't stop drooling over, from major franchises to dream-come-true game reveals.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 14, 20215 min read


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: A tiny look at a tiny frog in Frogsong
We always root for an underdog. An underfrog, if you will. Here's what to expect from the tiny frog hero Chorus in Frogsong. Demo out now.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 12, 20213 min read


E3 2021: The Definitive Tier List for Day 1 of E3 Weekend
We ranked E3 Day 1 showcases: Guerilla Collective 2, Wholesome Games, Future of Play, Ubisoft Forward, Devolver Digital & Gearbox.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 12, 20214 min read


E3 2021: VGG Coverage Index
E3 is a hectic time. We're here to make it easier. This article collects ALL of our E3 content. Bookmark it to keep up with new content!

Nate Hermanson
Jun 12, 20213 min read


E3 2021: Tribeca Games Showcase keeps indie excellence trending at E3
Read about the eight strong contenders for the inaugural Tribeca Games Award, to be judged on their artistry, storytelling and immersion.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 12, 20215 min read
E3 2021: Day of the Devs 2021 blew us out of our seats, all premieres inside!
Double Fine's Day of the Devs digital event was an unexpected dopamine rush from beginning to end.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 11, 20218 min read
E3 2021: Everything showcased at Summer Game Fest Kick Off Live!
E3 week means gaming announcements, and VGG is here to make sure you can catch all of the biggest Summer Game Fest news at a glance.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 11, 202112 min read


E3 2021: Expectations for a COVID-era E3
What will a COVID-era E3 look like? Here are our predictions and expectations, plus the plans so far that make us go "WTF?"

Nate Hermanson
Jun 10, 20214 min read


REVIEW: El Hijo - Surprisingly simple stealth sweeps us off our feet
El Hijo - A Wild West Tale is a simple, vibrant and nonviolent option for stealth game enthusiasts.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 9, 20215 min read


Before Your Eyes: Masterclass in Immersion
In Before Your Eyes, your blinks have the power to progress or pause the story, creating a bodily experience you won't soon forget.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 6, 20214 min read


The Unexpected Warmth of Immortals Fenyx Rising
Immortals Fenyx Rising peels back the cruel façade of Greek mythology and paints an inviting portrait of self-worth underneath.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 4, 20215 min read


oh hi.
It's been a while. Life has been just as jarring and unexpected as ever, but I swear I've been thinking of vgg the whole time I've been away

Nate Hermanson
Apr 4, 20211 min read


video games are good is streaming!
As we get back to speed on the blog, we're launching another wing of vgg with video games are good streams! Our consistent streaming...

Nate Hermanson
Feb 14, 20211 min read


NEWS: Steam Game Festival returns with 500+ demos of upcoming games!
Over the last year or so, Steam and Geoff Keighley found a way to bring back a relic of gaming past.
The demo disc.

Nate Hermanson
Feb 3, 20213 min read


An Update: 1/15/21
Oh uh hi... It's... been a while. Let me explain. Since the beginning of December, my family and I have been dealing with some...

Nate Hermanson
Jan 15, 20211 min read


CD Projekt Red punks up, Vin Diesel loves creative, gaymers make history: 12/14 - 12/20 News Roundup
This week, Cyberpunk finds a way to keep itself on everyone's minds, Nintendo has indies and Sephiroth goodies, and Vin Diesel is here.

Nate Hermanson
Dec 20, 20206 min read
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