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Adam Arter

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England
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Covers:  RPGs, JRPGS, MMOs, Fighting Games, Visual Novels, Narrative in Games, Anime & Manga, Sci-Fi, Tokusatsu

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Adam is a freelance writer, marketer and graphic designer from the UK. As a writer, they cover video games, tabletop games TV, anime & manga with a focus on exploring narratives, aesthetics and themes.

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Elden Ring's turtles are so much more than grade-A meme fodder

Elden Ring's turtles are so much more than grade-A meme fodder

Turtles are everywhere in Elden Ring. From the first time you encounter a player message telling you there's …

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20 years later, Wario Land 4's sound room still haunts me

20 years later, Wario Land 4's sound room still haunts me

Twenty years after its release, the GBA classic Wario Land 4 remains a fascinating artifact. It's not only an…

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Why 'Dragon's Dogma' deserves more from Capcom

Why 'Dragon's Dogma' deserves more from Capcom

When Dragon's Dogma was first released in the summer of 2012 to relatively little fanfare, one of its biggest…

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In Kaiju No. 8, Giant Monsters Threaten Your Dreams

In Kaiju No. 8, Giant Monsters Threaten Your Dreams

In the Tokyo of Kaiju No. 8, the destruction, chaos and gore left in the wake of giant monster attacks are an…

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An aesthetic history of video game currency - Overlode

An aesthetic history of video game currency - Overlode

In the current landscape of microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics, it’s comforting to consider the golde…

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The Critical Legacy of Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines

The Critical Legacy of Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines

After taking your first steps in Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines, you'll be struck with an overwhelming …

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AAA Games, Explained

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By Marshall Gunnell, Reyadh Rahaman, Adam Arter
| VGKAMI
AAA games hold a distinctive position in the gaming world. These games are the equivalent of Hollywood blockbusters, distinguished by grand expectations in gameplay and anticipated commercial success. However, their significance extends far beyond their popularity; they shape the gaming industry. What Are AAA Games? AAA games, pronounced as “Triple-A games,” represent the crème de la crème of the video gaming world.
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Why Did The First Version Of Final Fantasy 14 Fail?

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By Adam Arter
| TheGamer Verified
Quick Links Final Fantasy 14 is currently one of the most successful MMORPGs around: both critically and commercially, Final Fantasy 14 has achieved landmark successes since the release of its revised version, A Realm Reborn, in 2014. Since this time, Final Fantasy 14 has received four expansion packs, each more critically successful than the last.
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Tips And Tricks For Beginners In Metroid Prime Remastered

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By Adam Arter
| TheGamer Verified
Quick Links Metroid Prime Remastered offers the best version of Nintendo’s iconic sci-fi classic, giving you the chance to return to the mysterious planet of Tallon IV and explore the ruins of a fallen alien civilization as the legendary bounty hunterSamus Aran. This version brings a fresh coat of paint to the beloved title without making any substantial changes to the gameplay.
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What does it mean to be a journalist?

To communicate honest and original ideas.

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Never, preferably

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Google Docs and a Thesaurus