Dustin Murphy
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A video games journalist and Content Creator. He has been featured on sites such as AppTrigger and MoviePilot. He's the president and editor-in-chief of the independent news publisher Blast Away the Game Review.
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Togetic Is One Hard Catch As Second Generation Comes To 'Pokémon Go'
If there's one game that's captivated fans, it's undoubtedly Pokémon Go, a game that broke all sorts of records around the world, brought friends together and even helped people make new ones. It's through #PokemonGo that this franchise was introduced to a new platform outside of the #3DS, with its augmented reality experience.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Survival Horror Game 'P.A.M.E.L.A.' Is 'Deus Ex' Meets 'BioShock'
If you've been wondering where a great horror-survival game would be, that wait is almost over, and it's coming to Windows PC rather soon. Developer NVYVE Inc has been fun to watch over as they talked about their game's steady growth and development.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
The Horror Game That Inspired 'BioShock' Is Being Remade. Check Out The Trailer Here
Ever wanted to go back in time and face off against the original horror that inspired BioShock? What about the chance to come up against Shodan and her mindless yet highly lethal minions as they wander the Citadel? That chance is coming to Unreal Engine 4, the very engine that has brought us legendary games like Gears of War 4 and Kingdom Hearts Final Chapter in recent months.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Who Da Man? 'Horizon Zero Dawn' Composer Joris De Man Isn't Well Known, But His Music Is
While Horizon Zero Dawn has been highly praised for its graphics, gameplay, story, and character design, there's one element that seems to have been neglected thus far — the music. For years, Dutch composer Joris de Man has offered up some of the most aurally arresting soundtracks in gaming, yet few people think to ask the simple question: Who is the person behind the creativity?
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Done With 'Breath of the Wild' and 'Horizon: Zero Dawn'? These Games Will Hold You Over Until 'Mass Effect: Andromeda'
You've done it. Much like myself, you've hit that point of no return. You've completed your game and now you're sitting in your couch with your head in your hands. The ending you've been holding off on has hit you, as has the reality that the game is over. The stories have been phenomenally praised and lived up to your expectations — but you still have one week left until Mass Effect: Andromeda launches. One week 'til you can witness firsthand the continuation of a beloved franchise.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Could 'Mass Effect: Andromeda' Microtransactions Be as Harrowing as That of 'For Honor'?
When it comes to microtransactions within games, we can all find red flags, with most of us opting to avoid them whenever possible. Microtransactions are a shortcut in a game purchase that is generally viewed as a way for developers to create monetary gain and drive up the cost to players of the gaming experience. However, what if it becomes a necessity in order to enjoy a game? This seems to be the case for fans of For Honor who wanted to obtain all the emotes in the game.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
NeuroVoider Is Digital Eye Candy from the Retro Era
It was nearly 30 years ago when I was sitting in my father's lap with an NES controller in my hand as he guided me through Hyrule. Now, we find ourselves distanced from those classic games. It's because of my dad that I've become attached to the 8-bit to 32-bit games.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
The Unpopular Opinion: 'Destiny,' It's Not Me, It's You. Why I'll Be Skipping Out on 'Destiny 2'
Destiny is not a great game. It's a game that is broken, flawed, troubled. I say this as someone who was once a hardcore fan. Much like you, I spent all the time I needed to get the best Sparrows in the game. I spent all the time I needed taking down Crota, Oryx and even Atheon, in order to get the best gear possible in the first two years of the game. I even went on the forums, dismayed at being ripped off — but like an addict, I kept coming back for more.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Did the New Logo for 'Destiny 2' Show Us the Future of the City?
The Tower was known as a place of safety. The last haven for humanity as the world began to collapse under the constant assault of the Fallen and Hive. With the help of the Vanguard, humanity found comfort behind its titanic walls, the powers of the Guardians, and the knowledge that the Traveler would one day awaken to help save humanity. But what if that day never came and the last haven for humanity was attacked? What if the Vanguard could no longer hold back a threat that was much larger than they?
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Opinion: 'LawBreakers' Isn't An Arena Shooter And Here's Why
If you want to call a game an arena shooter, there's a few fundamental things it needs to have. First, it needs to be fast paced. Second, it needs to put gunplay, item pick-ups, and unique characters at the forefront. Game modes such as Capture the flag, Team Death Match, and Free for All are typical mainstays of genre.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
'Persona 5': How To Efficiently Manage Time Restrictions Outside the Palaces
The #Persona series from Atlus has long been known for its adventures inside dungeons as well as within the games' cities. Venturing through this RPG series doesn't require players to simply enjoy battle, but also requires us to manage our time outside the dungeons. This is never more the case than with the newest game in the franchise, Persona 5, with the player having to bounce around with friends, relatives, school, and even their part-time job.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers
Preparing for the For Honor Beta? Here's What You Need to Know
Samurai, Vikings, and Knights—oh my. Ubisoft's upcoming beta for their highly-anticipated game For Honor is expected to hit consoles next month, and with high expectations from fans. This beta is set to hopefully fit the wants, the needs, and all the questions we have as far as the games performance goes.
By Dustin Murphy7 years ago in Gamers