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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Knuckles and Sonic stand next to each other as logos of their heads sit above them

Reel Thoughts: ‘Knuckles’ comes out swinging

May 9, 2024

Between his video games, movies and toys, Sonic the Hedgehog is quite a recognizable character. Following the success of his movie in 2020 and its sequel in 2022, Paramount made a spinoff television series...

“Halo”’s characters are a large reason why the games are so great, and that makes it frustrating when the television show mishandles them.

Reel Thoughts: Second season of ‘Halo’ provides casual fun, lacks substance

February 29, 2024

Few video game franchises are as important as “Halo.” The game redefined the first-person shooter genre through its innovations in online multiplayer and story-driven campaigns. Storytelling throughout...

Two people stand against a background of a dilapidated city.

Reel Thoughts: ‘The Last of Us’ is a masterpiece that honors its source material, elevates video game industry to new heights

February 20, 2023

This piece contains mild spoilers. Released almost a decade ago, “The Last of Us” revolutionized the video game industry with its immersive survival-horror gameplay and brilliant story, redefining...

Borrok: We have far too many streaming services

February 11, 2021

If you were watching the Super Bowl, then more likely than not, you saw a barrage of commercials for Paramount+, ViacomCBS’ new streaming service arriving next month. This overhaul of CBS All Access...

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