Liz Finnegan Legacy Author, Author at The Escapist

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10 Most Memorable The Legend of Zelda Characters

Thirty years ago, a Princess split the Triforce of Wisdom into eight pieces in a desperate attempt to save her land. Thirty years ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 25, 2016

Video Games

How Pokemon Became a Pop Culture Sensation in America

On February 27, 2016, Pokemon will celebrate its 20th birthday. Over the course of those twenty years, the Pokemon franchise has consistently maintained ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 25, 2016

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Resident Evil 4, 5, and 6 are Making Their Way to PS4 and Xbox One

The games will release in reverse order, starting March 29. The Resident Evil franchise will be celebrating its 20th anniversary in March, and ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 25, 2016

News

Trademarks and Logos Pop Up for Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon

Also, a parody account fake-announces upcoming games. As you may know, given our extended Pokemon coverage all this week, we are inching towards ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 25, 2016

News

The Escapist is Celebrating 30 Years of The Legend of Zelda – Update

Thirty years ago yesterday, a young hero in a green tunic raised his first sword and went on his first adventure. It was ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 24, 2016

Video Games

The Evolution of Link – How Hyrule’s Hero Changed Over 30 Years

“We named the protagonist Link because he connects people together.” – Shigeru Miyamoto If you haven’t noticed, we’ve been celebrating the 30th anniversary ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 24, 2016

Video Games

Top 100 Pokemon – From 55 to 41

Welcome back, Escapists! Today we’re tackling 55-41 on our top 100 Pokemon countdown. Today, some of my personal favorites will be covered – ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 24, 2016

Video Games

Top 10 The Legend of Zelda Games

With the exception of the godawful Phillips CD-i’s that shall not be named, every The Legend of Zelda title has been a triumphant ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 23, 2016

Video Games

The Hero That Went Alone – Celebrating 30 Years of Link

Thirty years ago yesterday, a mute hero in green was told that it was dangerous to go alone. He went anyway. That little ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 22, 2016

Video Games

Top 100 Pokemon – From 85 to 71

Yesterday marked the beginning of Pokemon Week here at The Escapist, along with day one of our Top 100 Pokemon countdown! Today we’re ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 22, 2016

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8 Pokemon Inspired by Real World Mythology

On February 27, 2016, Pokemon will celebrate its 20th birthday. Over the course of those twenty years, the game has grown to include ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 19, 2016

News

Hideo Kojima’s New Game Will be “Big” and “Edgy”

Also: “A lot of freedom.” In an interview with Gamespot at DICE Summit 2016, Hideo Kojima opened up a bit about his first ...

By Liz Finnegan Legacy AuthorFebruary 19, 2016

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