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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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Professor Bennett Foddy explains the tools he uses at NYU for game deisgn.

QWOP Creator is NYU Professor

Yeho Hwang, Staff Writer March 21, 2016
Bennett Foddy, the inventor of QWOP, is an Assistant Arts Professor in game design at NYU's Game Center.
Tisch alumni create sci-fi game

Tisch alumni create sci-fi game

Amanda Morris November 24, 2014
In a world saturated with entertainment apps vying for our attention, “Sunburn!,” a smartphone game designed by three NYU Tisch alumni, sets itself apart from other games by its unique combination of humor, outer space and action.
Video gamers explore diversity

Video gamers explore diversity

April 16, 2014
NYU’s School of Engineering and the Georgia Institute of Technology held a conference exploring diversity and inclusivity in video games and game culture.
courtesy of Sony Computer Entertainment

Arts Issue: Video games provide alternative platform for new talent

April 10, 2014
Stars like Troy Baker, known for his voice work in games like "BioShock Infinite," are finally being recognized for their outstanding talent in this relatively small industry.
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‘Arkham Origins’ successfully works as prequel to ‘Batman’ game series

November 5, 2013
Batman fans who have never experience the "Arkham" game series, as well as loyal gamers, will enjoy “Batman: Arkham Origins.”
Courtesy of Telltale Games

‘Fables’ smoothly adapts into game series ‘Wolf Among Us’

October 23, 2013
Hot off the success of "The Walking Dead" game adaptation, Telltale Games delivers its unique blend of story and gameplay in this episodic series.
Courtesy of Sony Computer Entertainment

‘Beyond: Two Souls’ impresses visually, lacks in story

October 15, 2013
"Beyond: Two Souls" is another game from Quantic Dream, however it fails to live up to its predecessor "Heavy Rain" due to a lack of player influence on the plot.
Ellen Page talks video game breakout performance

Ellen Page talks video game breakout performance

October 10, 2013
In an exclusive phone conference, WSN asked actress Ellen Page about her role in the video game "Beyond: Two Souls."
Courtesy of Ian Bogost

Game Center co-founder wins two awards at IndieCade International Festival

November 12, 2012
With his innovative entries, NYU professor Eric Zimmeran shines at this year's games festival.