History

Concept art for God of War
Retrospective

20 Years Ago, Sony’s Angriest Mascot Changed Gaming Forever

By Mo Mozuch

‘God of War’ made Kratos into one of our most influential anti-heroes.

Review

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Falls Frustratingly Short Of Greatness

By Trone Dowd

Inverse Score: 7/10

Box art for Chrono Trigger
Retrospective

30 Years Ago, The Creators of Final Fantasy and Dragon Ball Made The Perfect RPG

By Mo Mozuch

‘Chrono Trigger’ remains a shining example of what true artistry in gaming looks like.

A stealthy warrior crouches in a dimly lit room, while a samurai stands intimidatingly behind, surro...
Gaming News

Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Taking A Less Is More Approach With Its Story

By Trone Dowd

Less grind is a big plus

Inverse Recommends

'Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection' Is A Close Look At How An Enduring Card Game Evolved

By Trone Dowd

Time to Duel!

Box art for Heavy Rain
Retrospective

David Cage’s Most Infamous Action-Adventure Changed Video Game Storytelling Forever

By Mo Mozuch

Like it or laugh at it, Heavy Rain was a huge step forward for the industry.

British director Christopher Nolan poses in the press room during the 77th Annual DGA Awards (Direct...
News

Could Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' Actually Be A Non-Linear Epic?

By Dais Johnston

An oral tradition may get a big modern upgrade.

Henry and friends enjoy a pint together
Gaming

Gaming's Hottest Open-World RPG Is Weird As Hell And That's The Point

By Trone Dowd

Raise a pint to one million.

Key art for Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath
Gaming

20 Years Ago, One Legendary Franchise Changed Perspectives, Literally

By Mo Mozuch

‘Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath’ jumped past platforming into a hybrid FPS adventure.

A woman sits in a dimly lit room, her expression one of fear or shock. Shadows cast across her face ...
News

Robert Eggers Just Revealed His Riskiest Project Yet

By Dais Johnston

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