Physical Games Were Never Just About the Games One of my earliest gaming memories is me and my childhood best friend, William, spending hours playing Street Fighter II at my house or […]
Digital Gaming Is Costing Us More Than Ownership
David Cromie
Can Tabletop RPGs Make Us More Empathetic?
Can rolling dice really make us more empathetic? In the fourth instalment of my series exploring the psychology of tabletop role-playing games, I take a closer look at empathy—what it is, why […]
The Green Lantern Corps Has 7,200 Members… Jon Del Arroz Only Knows One
In another baffling post online, writer, pundit, and man accused of domestic abuse, Jon Del Arroz once again proves that he not only doesn’t know what he’s talking about, but also seems […]
Forget the World Cup—RWBY Is Finally Back!
While much of the world is celebrating the return of the World Cup, the more refined among us have something else to look forward to: the long-awaited return of RWBY. Pronounced “Ruby,” […]
A Conversation with Hannah Hebblethwaite | Gaming, Voice Acting & Inspiration
Join me as I sit down with award-winning voice actor Hannah Hebblethwaite to talk about her journey into the industry, the craft of bringing characters to life, and the games that shaped […]
Why Persona 5 Resonates in the 2020s
Persona 5 isn’t just a stylish JRPG—it’s a fantasy about reclaiming agency in a world that often feels beyond our control. Through the story of the Phantom Thieves, players confront abusive teachers, […]
Force of Extinction Might Be the Next Great Indie TTRPG
If you’ve been following Nerdgeist for a while, you’ll know I’ve been hyping Force of Extinction ever since I first played it back in August 2025. If you haven’t heard of it […]
Why do we fail?
Eleven days ago, I got some bad news, and it really knocked me for a loop. For twenty-four hours I spiralled. I skipped the gym and sat at home surviving on Walkers […]
The Most Misunderstood Scene in Final Fantasy X
In this video, David explores one of the most misunderstood moments in gaming history: the infamous laughing scene between Tidus and Yuna in Final Fantasy X. Often dismissed as awkward or cringe, […]
Is Flesh and Blood the Deepest Card Game Ever Made?
Flesh and Blood is a hugely popular trading card game from New Zealand-based Legend Story Studios, created by former professional Magic: The Gathering player James White. Built around intense one-on-one hero combat, […]
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