Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

December 23, 2019December 23, 2019 ~ Max Freeman-Mills ~ Leave a comment

It’s a near impossible task to separate this climactic entry in the Skywalker Saga from the discourse that has preceded and surrounded it. Decisions are made manifest in its first hour that feel instinctively cowardly, or at least overly safe. Yet, despite muddled moments and uninspired plotting, there’s a joy at the heart of The … Continue reading Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Outer Wilds

December 19, 2019December 19, 2019 ~ Max Freeman-Mills ~ Leave a comment

I remember playing games a decade or more ago, when the extent of online walkthroughs available for most titles were ascii artwork-ridden fan chronicles on GameFAQs. Being cut off from easy solutions, with even the most dedicated guides having to paint pictures with their words. That remote sensation feels freshly relevant, playing through Outer Wilds. … Continue reading Outer Wilds

Unforeseen Consequences

A culture blog.

Month: December 2019

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Outer Wilds