Games
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Ten to close the decade
A new generation of game consoles beckons, but there was much to appreciate in 2019. Read more
Cats by committee
Madison-based Flippfly Games is getting creative with funding. They have been rolling out “tiny games” in anticipation of a big new release, “Cats Fly Helicopters.” Read more
May 16, 2019
2018’s best videogames
2018 was a year of landmark anniversaries and epic releases. Isthmus gaming guru Aaron Conklin shares his picks for the games that stuck with him. Read more
Dec 20, 2018
In garden memoriam
The brothers from Flippfly create a new game, “Evergarden,” a fascinating tribute to their late mother. Read more
Aug 9, 2018
Shadow of the Colossus
“Shadow of the Colossus” gets a gorgeous graphic overhaul. But it maintains its mid-aughts charm as you ride across the countryside to slay the big-ass beasts. Read more
Feb 10, 2018
Meag Sargent
Gamers get real
Last year’s Indie Arcade was so popular, it ran two hours over. This year, the expanded event at Robinia Courtyard on Feb. 15 features 11 new games created by independent developers from the region. Read more
Feb 8, 2018
Seven videogames for 2017
Isthmus games scribe Aaron Conklin looks back at his seven favorite videogames from the past year. Read more
Dec 22, 2017
1:51 PM
Bloody head trip, part two
“The Evil Within 2” is a shockingly good sequel to the original, a head-tripping gore fest centered around a grizzled detective. Read more
Oct 26, 2017
5:00 AM
Welcome, game developers
Madison hosts M+ DEV, a major videogame developer conference that organizers hope will help boost Wisconsin’s place in the growing industry. Read more
Oct 19, 2017
5:00 AM
Stealing Hearts (and Minds)
“Persona 5” is an irresistible entry in the longtime role-playing series. Its stunning stylistic touches will transport you to the city of Tokyo, and a huge cast of characters springs to life. Read more
Apr 6, 2017
12:45 PM
Five best videogames of 2016
Find out which games spent the most time in Aaron R. Conklin’s game queue. Read more
Dec 27, 2016
11:39 AM
Jaw-dropping arsenal
The much-anticipated “Dishonored 2” doesn’t have much new in the way of plot. But the jaw-dropping array of magical abilities will keep you entertained. Read more
Nov 17, 2016
12:58 PM
Special Screenings
The Last Dragon
Schlock and Awe film screening (PG-13, 1985) with commentary from comedians Cody Lemke, Craig Smith, Shawn Vasquez. Free. Read more
Nov 21, 2024
9:00 PM
Burden of Dreams
Les Blank's documentary about the making of "Fitzcarraldo," plus the short "Werner Herzog Eats His Shoe." NR, 1982/1980. Free. Read more
Nov 22, 2024
7:00 PM
