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Book Review: The Phantom Tollbooth
It may have been written for a younger generation, but is the Phantom Tollbooth worth reading as an adult? Find out more from my review!
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How to Balance Your Hobbies With…Everything Else
The older we get, the harder it is to find time for...well, anything in life. But when it comes to your spare time, I provide some tips that will help you find out how to balance your hobbies. Tips that have helped ME strike that balance, even amid the craziness of everyday life.
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The Marvel’s Avengers Game and Why It Sucks
The Marvel's Avengers game failed critically and financially. Here, I dissect the game, its flaws, and how it relates to the fancy term "Ludonarrative Dissonance".
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Confessions of a Pack Rat | The Art of Collecting
Collecting things can be fun — But at what point does being a pack rat become unhealthy? That's a question I struggled with for years. It was driving me slowly to the depths of insanity, until one day, I had an epiphany.
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The Best Spider-Man Movies: Ranked
Spider-Man has been featured in many movies since Tobey Maguire first donned the mask in 2002. But which of these is the BEST Spider-Man movie?
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Doom Eternal: The Definition of Good Game Design
Super Mario 64 forever altered the landscape of 3D platformers. Grand Theft Auto caused a seismic shift by implementing open worlds as a constant. For me, Doom Eternal radically changed first-person shooters with a beautiful confluence of mechanics and theme.
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Even When No One Is Watching…Don’t Stop Creating
When no one responds to your work, it can be both discouraging and disheartening. But there is more to creativity than simply pleasing audiences. When it came to creative projects, I realized I was not taking into account one vital audience member: ME.
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The $150 Rubber Band, and How I Got It for Free
Asking for things can be an intimidating proposition. It can cause feelings of uncertainty, especially if you don't know what to expect. I share some anecdotes on how to help overcome this mental roadblock, including one about a $150 rubber band.
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My Top 10 Video Games of the Decade: 2009 – 2019
Video game technology has advanced insanely quickly over the last ten years. From 4K graphics, to the mainstream popularity of virtual reality, gaming has never been better. I reminisce on the past decade, and handpick my top 10 video games from 2009 - 2019.
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My Top 10 Board Games of the Decade: 2009 – 2019
Board gaming popularity has surged to new heights in the last decade, thanks to the advent of "Euro" and "Designer" games hitting the market on a regular basis. I discuss my top 10 board games played during this period, and why they are vital additions to any collection.
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