Netochka’s Journey: Identity, Ambition & Growth in Genshin Impact (Lore)
Netochka’s arc in Genshin Impact explores ambition, identity and belonging. How she learns to be herself and grow beyond her “big moment” dreams.
Why PlayStation’s $204 Million Loss for Destiny 2 Signals a Live-Service Crisis
When Sony Interactive Entertainment announced an impairment of roughly ¥31.5 billion (~$204 million USD) on Destiny 2 (via…
RuneScape’s Microtransaction Overhaul: Will It Spark Real Change?
Jagex is removing pay-to-win microtransactions from RuneScape under new CEO Jon Bellamy. It’s a bold move. Will other studios follow?
Why the Wealthy Pay Less While the Rest of Us Pick Up the Tab
Wealth inequality isn’t just about numbers. It’s about tax policy, labor shortages and how capitalism stacks the deck.
Fight Back Against Virtual Currencies: Why Game Publishers Hide Your Spending
When companies add new virtual currencies, the cost becomes invisible. Here’s how players can fight back with awareness and conscientious decisions.
The Hidden Cost of Virtual Currencies in Gaming
Companies use virtual currencies to blur real-world costs, but as Blizzard’s $90 mount proves, players will spend the money anyway.
EU Cracks Down on Predatory Monetization But Nothing’s Changing Yet
The EU introduced new guidelines in March 2025 to curb predatory monetization in gaming. They target manipulative in-game currencies and hidden costs. Without enforcement, most companies haven’t changed a thing.
Seeing Shenzhen Changed How I See America
A firsthand look at China’s rapid tech reality shook my assumptions about America, safety, wealth, and what it means to build a stable life today.
Star Citizen Feels Less Like a Game and More Like a Permanent Construction Site
Star Citizen hit $1B and could reach 6M accounts, but its endless development raises hard questions about mismanagement, scope creep, and sustainability.