By JohnTheKraken An Overview The video game industry, over the decades, has birthed a vast array of genres, each catering to various play styles and tastes. However, few genres have captured the hearts and minds of players as passionately as the ‘Open World Survival Craft’ (OWSC) genre. This style of…
Standalone expansions have seen a surprise resurgence in recent years, and their return is more meaningful than most might assume. BYMAXIMILIAN PADILLA-RODRIGUEZ SUMMARY Standalone expansions provide triple-A developers with a low-risk, cost-effective means of exploring new ideas and testing the waters for the future direction of their franchises. While standalone…
Punch first, ask questions while punching. Vi’s gauntlets are an example of something our artists call “hextech”, a fusion of magic and technology that harness the power of both. Vi’s gauntlets not only pack a punch in that they’are giant and heavy; they also increase ther dexterity and strength. Hextech…
Annie–The Dark Child, Mage 2009
As one of the first champions we created for League, Annie’s combination of character traits—loveable and scary, cute and twisted—help set the tone for the diversity of themes we wanted our universe to explore. Annie is the flagship character for a world where archetypes and expectations can be turned on their heads, and anything, no matter how seemingly sweet, can be dangerous.
