Video games have grown more complex since the 1990s, but the power fantasy—of ripping and tearing through hordes of enemies and saving the world—remains a core part of their appeal. Arguably no ...

The rebooted “Doom” series has been a masterclass in reinvention. Bucking the trend of military shooters, the id Software team crafted a brilliant gameplay loop that’s the spiritual successor to the ...

is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities. For The Dark Ages, id ...