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Posted by Steve Mervil on December 09, 2010

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Haitian Representation through Video Games and Media

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Cyberpunk'd 2020 | Discussing Cyberpunk 2077's issues and refunds | 8BGCast Episode 23

After a successful launch, Cyberpunk 2077 is now the ire of gamers of last-gen consoles as PS4 and Xbox One owners find their versions to be almost unplayable. Developer CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has formally issued an apology over Twitter, promising gamers they will improve the game over time and apologized for not testing older consoles playability more thoroughly but that has not quelled the fire...and the refunds. As of this writing, CDPR's stock has plummeted and the PlayStation versions of Cyberpunk 2077 has now been removed from the Sony platform’s stores. In this latest 8BGCast, Steve and Sterling discuss their experience with Cyberpunk 2077 but also dissect the issues with game's launch and the harsh reception it has been receiving for issues. Is this a case of an overreacting audience or did CD Projekt Red drop the ball completely? Listen on and comment!

Black History in Video Games: Joseph Saulter

The man. The scholar. Professor Joseph Saulter. The video game industry is one of the most talent-rich industries in the world. Creators and thinkers of various backgrounds and disciplines unite to produce techno-marveling entertainment delighting audiences of all ages. There are those in the industry who work tirelessly to produce a top-quality product and others who want to ensure a consistent flow of revenue. Then there are opportunist yearning to push video games to a wider audience, not in the sense of playing the games but the idea of creating the game. For the unaware, allow me to introduce CEO, consultant, musician, chairman, designer and writer - Professor Joseph Saulter. Moving to the beat of his own drum. Cliché but true. (picture source: Fandalism ) Saulter is one of many individuals who’ve applied their lifetime experience and various proficiencies to improving and expanding the industry of video games. With a masters of art degree in interdisciplinary/en...

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