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

Washington Square News

Though the number of exclusively local or couch multiplayer games has dwindled in recent years, fans of these sorts of games believe the experience remains unique and cannot be replicated through online multiplayer. (Photo by Sam Klein)

Is There Still Room for Couch Multiplayer?

Technology may be taking over, but there’s still room on the couch to salvage the multiplayer gaming experience.
Ethan Zack, Contributing Writer Oct 29, 2018
Technology may be taking over, but there’s still room on the couch to salvage the multiplayer gaming experience.
Scary Movies Too Boring? Try A Horror Game Instead

Scary Movies Too Boring? Try A Horror Game Instead

Jack Campbell, Contributing Writer Nov 1, 2016
There are already a vast number of underappreciated horror games that are potentially more fun and scary to experience than horror films, so just give them a chance.
Ninja Tag is a murderous fast-paced local multiplayer stealth brawler for Mac and PC.

Incubator features NYU developers

Kirsten Rischert-Garcia, Contributing Writer Sep 8, 2015
Official launch of the eight games in the 2015 NYU Game Center Incubator.
Violent video games affect mental health

Violent video games affect mental health

Jessica Tien, Contributing Writer Apr 8, 2015
Studies have shown that violent video games are likely to increase aggression and risk-taking. Due to this, the video game industry should increase labeling regarding excessively violent content and advertise towards an older demographic.
Video game carefully handles suicide

Video game carefully handles suicide

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Apr 8, 2015
In the video game "Life is Strange," gamers are placed into a suicide prevention scenario, where the player is supposed to persuade their friend to not jump off a ledge. While aspects of "Life is Strange" can be improved, it opens up the possibility for creating more impactful, serious games.

Compelling classes to take this fall

Benjamin Mok, Staff Writer Apr 6, 2015
Top 5 of the most interesting classes that will be offered in the upcoming fall semester
#GamerGate highlights industry misogyny

#GamerGate highlights industry misogyny

Tommy Collison, Contributing Columnist Oct 21, 2014
#GamerGate tackles the widespread inequality in video games. Shifting blame away from the misogynistic gamers is unfair to all women.
Kabam previews exciting video game apps

Kabam previews exciting video game apps

Mary Ann Odete, Contributing Writer Oct 20, 2014
Kabam Media previews slate of new games for Marvel, "Lord of the Rings" and more.
via Facebook

FIFA 15 excels in realistic graphics

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer Oct 7, 2014
FIFA '15 hit shelves last week. What is its place in college dorm rooms compared to other iconic games?
Tisch offers new B.A.

Tisch offers new B.A.

Arsh Harjani, Contributing Writer Sep 4, 2014
Game design is added as an undergraduate major, will be housed at Brooklyn campus.
Video gamers explore diversity

Video gamers explore diversity

Apr 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

Apr 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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