Steven Petite
Author/Co-Author of 796 articles
Steven is a writer from Northeast Ohio currently based in Louisiana. He writes about video games and books, and consumes ample helpings of both. Previously, he was a perpetually heartbroken Cleveland sports fan. He spends his free time writing fiction that maybe someday you’ll read.
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening review
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is a near-perfect remake of one of the best Zelda games. With a beautiful new art style, plenty of welcome improvements, and a ton more collectibles to find, Link's Awakening is brilliant for both newcomers and longtime fans. Chamber Dungeons is a dud, though.
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne review: It won’t leave you cold
Colossal in both scope and enjoyment, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is more than the average expansion. A fun story complements the interesting new biome, while the monster list includes both old favorites and compelling new monsters to topple. Iceborne is a formidable, constantly rewarding challenge.
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order review
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 crams 30-plus heroes and more than a dozen heroes into one familiar story. Though impressive in scope, the button mashing combat grows stale and the RPG elements are severely underutilized. It’s fun to play with friends on the couch, but don’t expect much depth.
10 video games that should be turned into TV shows
Netflix is adapting StudioMDHR's Cuphead into an animated TV show. The recent run of video game TV shows got us thinking about which video games we'd like to see developed for television. From Mass Effect to Luigi's Mansion to Red Dead Redemption, we compiled ten ideal candidates for adaptation.
Super Mario Maker 2 review
Super Mario Maker 2 improves on its predecessor in virtually every way, offering a robust level design toolkit to make your side-scrolling Mario dreams come true. It’s an equally lavish experience for those who just want to play. The lengthy campaign alone is worth the price of admission.
Days Gone review
Days Gone’s predictable but well-written story is littered with repetitive missions, shoddy stealth and gunplay, and needless survival mechanics. It’s riddled with performance issues, like janky animations and consistent framerate drops. Days Gone is the first truly disappointing PS4 exclusive.
MLB The Show 19 review
MLB The Show 19’s major game modes and core gameplay feel very familiar to last year, with the exception of some welcome fielding improvements. However, the new March to October mode shines, offering a fresh, engaging way to experience a season without having to sink dozens of hours into it.
Far Cry New Dawn review
Far Cry New Dawn is essentially an extension of Far Cry 5 than a full blown sequel. It outshines its predecessor, though, in many ways. It makes better use of the open world by focusing on scavenging and crafting, and this makes the post-apocalyptic Hope County far more rewarding. It could use a better story though.
How and when you can start playing Anthem
BioWare's Anthem officially launches on February 22 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. But like many games nowadays, the advertised release date isn't the only day you can start playing. To help clear up the confusion, here's how and when you can start playing Anthem. You can actually try the game right now!
Resident Evil 2 looks scary, but it’s sound that makes the game blood-curdling
Capcom's Resident Evil series is often viewed as the gold standard for survival horror, and a sizable chunk of its frightful impact comes from the audio. We spoke with Resident Evil 2 audio director Kentaro Nakashima about the process of creating the sound design for the excellent remake.
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe review
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe bundles two distinct Mario Wii U experiences into one package. New Super Mario Bros. U has some of the series’ best designed levels, and New Super Luigi U packs the toughest test the franchise has seen in decades. Both are brilliant, inventive, and endlessly charming.
‘Katamari Damacy Reroll’ is pure gaming nirvana
Katamari Damacy Reroll brings the magic of the PS2 classic to Nintendo Switch and PC. With updated visuals and the same great, singular loop, Reroll stands the test of time. If you're looking for a relaxing experience, look no further than Katamari Damacy Reroll. Especially if you have a Switch.
’Celeste’ review
In the crowded genre of retro-pixelated 2D platformers, it’s hard to find one as immaculate as Celeste. From its simple mechanics that evolve in clever ways to its wondrous, secret-filled world to the sterling story it holds, Celeste is a magnificent journey and one of the best games of 2018.
‘Marvel’s Spider-Man: Turf Wars’ is light on story but big on fun
Marvel's Spider-Man: Turf Wars, the second part of The City That Never Sleeps DLC saga, sacrifices story for near non-stop action. Unlike other villains in the game, Hammerhead is one dimensional, and story largely ignores a few main characters, including Spider-Man. But the action is top-notch.
‘Spyro Reignited Trilogy’ proves nostalgia only goes so far
Spyro Reignited Trilogy is a faithful and beatiful remaster of the PlayStation classics, but its dedication to retaining the original experience ultimately hinders the experience. With frustrating controls, monotonous gameplay, and a tireless emphasis on collecting pointless stuff, the trilogy flounders.
‘Tetris Effect’ makes the undying classic feel new again
Tetris is a game that everyone knows. The classic puzzler has appeared on just about every device since 1984. Tetris Effect, the latest take on the puzzler from team behind Lumines and Rez, manages to make elevate the arguably flawless game to new heights through with music and visual flourishes.
Twitch personality Scarra talks about his streaming career at TwitchCon 2018
William "Scarra" Li is a former League of Legends pro turned full-time content creator with a focus on the MOBA that put him on the map. We spoke with Scarra at TwitchCon 2018 about his streaming career, hobbies, and funny messages he has received from fans. Check out the full video interview.
Shroud discusses his big win at the Call of Duty Doritos Bowl at TwitchCon
A team led by well-known streamer Shroud won the Call of Duty Doritos Bowl at TwitchCon. Shroud's team bested teams helmed by Ninja, DrLupo, and CouRage in a four-heat Blackout tournament. Shroud spoke with us after his win, which marked the first official tournament for the battle royale mode.