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Influential FPS Games 18 – Far Cry: The First Mainstream (Semi) Open World FPS
In the last article, we investigated Half-Life 2, arguably the ‘last hurrah’ for strictly linear FPS games. (At least until their more...

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Jan 30, 20217 min read


Making Video Games Accessible to All: Part Three – Charities and Resources
If you're a dev wishing to make your games accessible, or a differently abled gamer who needs assistance to game, help is available.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Oct 23, 20209 min read


Making Video Games Accessible to All: Part Two – Personal Experiences
‘Invisible’ conditions are often overlooked by game developers. Here I share my family and I’s experiences of these. Hopefully it will help.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Oct 9, 20208 min read


Making Video Games Accessible to All: Part One - Hardware and Software Solutions
Video game accessibility continues to improve. In part one of this miniseries, we investigate hardware and software accessibility solutions.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Oct 8, 20207 min read


Video Game Franchises with the Most Imaginative Weapons
Some Video Game franchises have weapons that are imaginative, unconventional and downright bizarre. This is a good thing.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 28, 20209 min read


Top Six Games (and Levels) set in the Cold
Cold has been used in many games. The best use cold as a central theme and as a gameplay mechanic. Let's look at six of the best.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 23, 20208 min read


Top 5 Games Based on Mythology
Mythologies have been the inspiration for many great video games. Let’s investigate five of the most notable examples.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 22, 20207 min read


The Best and Worst Games Based on TV Shows
Some games based on TV shows are terrible, some are average, whilst others are superb. Join us as we look at some of the best and worst.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 17, 20209 min read


Books Based on Video Games (That aren’t Halo)
Video Games have proved fertile soil for spawning novelisations and expanded universe books. Join us as we look at some of the best examples

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 16, 202010 min read


Top OFFICIAL Books Based on Games – Part One – The Books of Halo
The Halo games have spawned over twenty books aimed at various demographics. Nomad’s Reviews investigates.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 15, 20209 min read


Nine MORE Games Based on Books – as Chosen by the Community
We asked the community what 'Games Based on Books' they had played. The community responded with nine of excellent suggestions. Enjoy!

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 14, 20208 min read


Top 5 Games Based on Books
Books can prove fertile soil when it comes to inspiring Video Games. We investigate five of the most noteworthy and assess the influences.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 14, 20208 min read


Top Eight FPS Tropes that Hilariously Make no Sense
Some FPS tropes make no sense and are hilarious because of this. Here are eight of the funniest.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 12, 20205 min read


Ten MORE Gameplay Mechanics Every Immersive FPS Should Have – as Suggested by The Community
We asked the community what features they would like to see incorporated into immersive FPS games. These are ten of their suggestions

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 11, 20208 min read


Eight Gameplay Mechanics Every Immersive FPS Should Have
Eight FPS game mechanics that maximise immersion.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 10, 20208 min read


Top 13 MORE Levels and Games set Inside Somethings Body - as Suggested by The Community (NSFC!)
13 more games and levels set inside someone's - or something's - body, as chosen by the community.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 9, 20207 min read


Ten Levels and Games set Inside Something’s Body
Some levels, or even full games, are set inside something's body. Here are ten stand out examples in chronological order.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 9, 20206 min read


Game Mechanics Every Space Combat Sim Should Have: Part Two: Weapons and Combat
Space Combat Sims are making a comeback! Let's investigate what features an ideal future Space Combat Sim should have.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 8, 20209 min read


Game Mechanics Every Space Combat Sim Should Have: Part One: Controls and Features
Space Combat Simulators are making a comeback! I have created a two-part wish-list of the features every Space Combat Simulator should have.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Sep 2, 20207 min read


Links to Phobias and Gaming
Phobias can make some games unbearable, but video games can also be used to treat people's phobias. Let's find out how.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Aug 31, 20202 min read


Difficulties Faced by the Middle Age Gamer
Gaming gets trickier in middle age. Let's find out why.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Aug 30, 20208 min read


Possible Future Website Features
Nomad's Reviews is up and running, but there are still improvements that could be made. Come see what they are.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Aug 25, 20205 min read


Why is Nomad’s Reviews Changing Direction?
Nomad's Reviews is changing direction to meet eight specific goals. Read on to find out what they are.

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Aug 19, 20206 min read


Creator’s Bio
Bio of the site's creator. Sessile_Nomad

Iain 'Sessile_Nomad' Baker
Aug 19, 20209 min read
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