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How do I form a video gaming group?

"Playing with random people online is not particularly appealing..."

Maddy Myers Jun 12, 2026

Opinion

Awful women deserve better games

When it comes to portrayals of women behaving badly, we deserve better than consequence-free power fantasies or unthinking vilification

Cat Bussell Jun 11, 2026

Opinion

I loved Geralt, but Ciri actually makes a lot of sense for The Witcher 4

Ciri's status as a Witcher is not as lore-breaking or clear-cut as some people claim

Katya Ryabova Jun 10, 2026

William Antonelli is a tech reporter and organizer based in New York City. His writing has appeared in the Guardian, Polygon, Business Insider, Kotaku, and more.

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Three Miis stand facing the camera. They each resemble a member of the Pepper Ann cast.

Opinion

Tomodachi Life is my new favorite fanfic idea generator

I gave Aerith a botany book and now she holds gatherings to rant about how you can’t have gardening without “God.”

William Antonelli Jun 4, 2026

Official artwork for Pokémon X and Y featuring trainers in various outfits

Opinion

Pokémon’s character customization lets me live like the girl I want to be — and I’m not the only one

In the world of Pokémon games, I found myself experimenting with styles I never could have dreamed of in reality

William Antonelli Feb 19, 2026