The Girls on Games Podcast 33 – Phil Spencer Microsoft’s savior, PC gaming’s decline and Rare replay
Is Phil Spencer the savior that Microsoft needs, not only for Xbox but for the company in general? We also...
Leah Jewer
Ubisoft @ Fan Expo 2015: What You Can Play
We are under 2 weeks away from the start of the biggest geek convention in Canada! Fan Expo is back for its 21st year on September 3-6 in Toronto, Ontario. Ubisoft will be at the con for their 4th time and they are going to let convention goers play some of their upcoming games and have exclusive access to Ubisoft merch.
Review: Rewind Time with Rare Replay
Xbox had a stroke of genius and blew us away this past E3 (or perhaps trying to make up for previous E3 blunders) when they announced backwards compatibility on the Xbox One. Rare Replay is their first major foray into their retro game catalog: a collection of 30 games from the critically acclaimed developer Rare, packaged together for us gamers to enjoy, at the cost of $30.
The Girls on Games Podcast 32 – Otakuthon wrapup, Gamescom news and too many gaming events?
We wrap up last week-ends Otakuthon, look over our favorite news from Gamescom and ask the hard questions! Is there...
The Girls on Games Podcast 29 – ‘All Work All Play’, ‘Pixels’ & Realistic Body Types in Games
We went to the movies to see the e-sport documentary 'All Work All Play' and the Hollywood-made fiasco that is 'Pixels'. And would having more realistic body types in games affect our gameplay?
Sex/Race: A Cultural Revolution in Games Panel From Montreal Comiccon 2015
Video games, unlike other forms of mainstream media, allow its audience to not just experience its content but also participate in it, offering a unique form of escapism. Are we seeing a social evolution in gaming, one where race, sexuality and gender can be freed of harmful stereotypes?
Farewell Mr. Iwata-san
I personally don’t do well with grief. Although I have great ease expressing my happiness, I find it hard to articulate my feelings when stricken by sadness. Yesterday, I felt my heart drop when I heard the news of Mr. Iwata’s passing.
CTV Montreal – Video Game Competition in Montreal (ESWC)
Leah joins Denis Talbot and Paul Karwatsky on the CTV Montreal lunchtime news broadcast to talk about the Mondial des...
The Girls on Games Podcast 27 – Live from Montreal Comiccon!
This week’s podcast was recorded live during our conference at Montreal Comiccon last week-end! We talk about the origins of Girls on Games, where we’ve been and where we are going. Thanks to all who showed up and support us!