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PAX East 2026: Interview With Falsework About Spider Lily
Boss Rush speaks to Falsework about their latest update about Spider Lily at PAX East 2026.
Boss Rush Banter: The Original Zelda Remains a Fun Reminder of How Video Games Used to Be
A recent playthrough of Zelda (1986) has been a welcome reminder of how gaming has changed and the benefits of a video game that doesn’t make it easy on the player.
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 488: PAX East, Mario Galaxy Movie Impressions, and Fresh Leaks
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss PAX East 2026, Nintendo’s rejected patent tied to Pokémon-style battle mechanics, the newly announced Tears of the Kingdom art book Secrets of the Zonai, rumored leaks that reportedly have Nintendo upset, and more.
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Pokémon Pokopia: A Guide to Ideal Habitats
Pokémon Pokopia guide: A list format of Pokemon and their ideal habitats. Why work harder when you can work smarter?
Boss Rush Banter: Will Nintendo’s Price Increase for Physical Games Make a Tangible Difference in Digital Sales or Are We Just Overreacting Again?
First party Nintendo games will soon cost different, depending on whether you purchase a physical or digital copy. Is it really that big of a deal?
Boss Rush Banter: Is Nintendo’s Digital Discount a Blessing or a Curse?
Nintendo is reducing the price for their digital games, and folks certainly have opinions about it.
Boss Rush Banter: Hype Does More Harm Than Good To Video Games Like Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert launched to some controversary that had little to do with the game itself. Rather, it was the hype that surrounding it.
Recent Reviews
GAME REVIEW: Dredge
A game review on Dredge, a fishing game with Lovecraftian horror elements, diving into its gameplay and story.
GAME REVIEW: Sonic Wings Reunion
The Sonic Wings series takes flight once more following a 28-year dormancy; but does it manage to reach high enough heights to justify the hefty price tag?
GAME REVIEW: Nova Roma (Early Access)
Appease the gods or face their wrath, in Nova Roma, a promising new city-builder from Lion Shield Studios!
How To…
How to Build Martial Mastery in Where Winds Meet?
Martial Mastery shows a numerical value as to how well the build has been made in Where Winds Meet. So, how do players increase it?
Recent Posts
PAX East 2026: Interview With Falsework About Spider Lily
Boss Rush speaks to Falsework about their latest update about Spider Lily at PAX East 2026.
Boss Rush Banter: The Original Zelda Remains a Fun Reminder of How Video Games Used to Be
A recent playthrough of Zelda (1986) has been a welcome reminder of how gaming has changed and the benefits of a video game that doesn’t make it easy on the player.
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 488: PAX East, Mario Galaxy Movie Impressions, and Fresh Leaks
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss PAX East 2026, Nintendo’s rejected patent tied to Pokémon-style battle mechanics, the newly announced Tears of the Kingdom art book Secrets of the Zonai, rumored leaks that reportedly have Nintendo upset, and more.
Pokémon Pokopia Guide: Pokémon Listed by Their Specialties
Need a quick and easy reference to all Pokémon specialties in Pokémon Pokopia? Use this guide instead of opening that Pokedex 1,000 times!
Boss Rush Banter: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is Much Better Than the First One
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is superior to the 2023 Super Mario Bros Movie. Change my mind.
BOSS RUSH GAMESCAST EPISODE 11: What about Resident Evil Keeps Us Coming Back for More?
This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Stoy Jovic and Stephanie Klimov discuss more of Resident Evil Requiem, why the series is so addicting, and more about the other games they’re playing.
Boss Rush Banter: Entitled Gamers Are the Problem — Landfall Games Was Right to Speak Up
Landfall Games pushed back on some folks online who complained that they have a “lazy dev cycle”, demanding more regular updates for their game, Peak. This led to additional discourse on consumer expectations versus video game industry standards, and personally, I’m team Landfall here.
Slay the Spire 2: Early Access Review
The classic deckbuilding roguelike returns with a sequel. But is it worth purchasing in early access?
Boss Rush Banter: Reflecting on Monster Hunter for its 22nd Anniversary
As of March 11th 2026, the Monster Hunter franchise turned 22 years old. This milestone is a great opportunity to briefly reflect on the series and the direction. More specifically, I criticize and praise some of Wilds’ QoL features and open the mic for readers to add their thoughts.
Pokémon Pokopia: A Guide to Ideal Habitats
Pokémon Pokopia guide: A list format of Pokemon and their ideal habitats. Why work harder when you can work smarter?
PAX East 2026: The Secret of Weepstone is a Passionately-Crafted Love Letter to Classic Dungeons and Dragons
Brendan shares their experience at PAX East playing the demo of The Secret of Weepstone; praising the clear passion behind the project as well as its authenticity.
PAX East 2026: Step Back into a Ruthless World in Ecumene Aztec; a Demo Overview
PAX East 2026: Stephanie details her experience with brutal action-adventure game, Ecumene Aztec, at PAX East.
PAX East 2026: Interview with AAAA Games Director About New Updates for Royalty: Free-For-All
PAX East 2026: Ed follows up with our friends at AAAA Games on their up-and-coming brawler, Royalty: Free-for-All.
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 487: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Adds Star Fox, Epic Layoffs, & Ocarina of Time Remake
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Corey Dirrig is joined by Boss Rush Podcast cohost LeRon Dawkins to discuss Glen Powell playing Fox McCloud, Nintendo clarifying Switch 2 pricing and why digital games are cheaper than physical, rumors about a new Switch 2 games, and more.
Boss Rush Banter: Will Nintendo’s Price Increase for Physical Games Make a Tangible Difference in Digital Sales or Are We Just Overreacting Again?
First party Nintendo games will soon cost different, depending on whether you purchase a physical or digital copy. Is it really that big of a deal?
Win 160 Primogems in Genshin Impact by Sharing The April Birthday Calendar
Genshin Impact has many birthdays to celebrate in April, and HoYoverse is doing a small participation event for 160 Primogems with the newest birthday calendar.
EXPANSION PASS: Steam and Xbox’s Ecosystems Changed Because of Nintendo Switch
This week on Expansion Pass, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig discuss how companies like Microsoft, Valve, and Sony are rethinking their gaming ecosystems in response to Nintendo’s hybrid approach.
PAX East 2026: Grave Seasons is Here to Murder the Competition for Best Farming Sim
PAX East 2026: A sinister spin to farming sims, Grave Seasons, is about to make some waves in the genre. Pat and Stephanie play the demo and interview the devs.
Boss Rush Diaries: PAX East 2026, Day Four
PAX East 2026: The Boss Rush Network team signs off on the final day of the conference. See how we made the best of it! Until next time!
PAX East 2026: Paranormal Activity: Threshold — Demo Impressions and Interview with Creator Brian Clarke
Stephanie (with the help of her much braver colleague, Pat) play the demo to Paranormal Activity: Threshold and interview its creator, Brian Clarke.
BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 312: Epic Games Layoffs, DLSS 5 Debate, and Jeff Kaplan Speaks Out
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, LeRon Dawkins and Corey Dirrig break down major stories shaping the gaming industry. Epic Games is laying off over 1,000 employees and shutting down Fortnite modes like Rocket Racing, Ballistic, and Festival Battle Stage as player engagement falls and development costs rise.
GAME REVIEW: Dredge
A game review on Dredge, a fishing game with Lovecraftian horror elements, diving into its gameplay and story.
Boss Rush Diaries: PAX East 2026, Day Three
PAX East 2026: Day three has come to a close. What as the Boss Rush Network team been up to on the busiest day of the convention?
PAX East 2026: Rain98 is Mysterious, Gorgeous, and Unlike Anything I’ve Ever Played
PAX East 2026: Brendan plays a demo for Rain98 and speaks with creator, C#4R4CT3R.
PAX East 2026: Sampling Anshar Publishing’s Diverse Pair of Indie Games
PAX East 2026: Stephanie covers Mold Washer and Whispers of the Eyeless, presented by Anshar Publishing.
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