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How to Get Into Historical Strategy Games

Historical strategy games let you take the reins of a civilisation, nation, or army and shape the course of history, blending...

James ReedOct 9, 20264 min read
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What Interactive Fiction Is in Games

Interactive fiction is a kind of game built almost entirely from text, in which you read a story and shape it through the...

Sarah OkaforOct 9, 20264 min read
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Educational Games: What They Are

An educational game is a game designed to teach something while you play, blending learning with enjoyment so that you pick up...

James ReedOct 8, 20264 min read
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The Appeal of Sandbox Games

Sandbox games occupy a unique place in gaming. Rather than guiding players toward set goals, they hand over a world and a set...

Sarah OkaforOct 8, 20264 min read
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How Games Tell Stories Without Words

Games possess a remarkable storytelling power that other media lack: the ability to tell rich, affecting stories without a...

James ReedOct 7, 20264 min read