Lowell Bell, Author at The Escapist

This guide explains effective strategy for how to use or fight against MODOK decks in Marvel Snap, identifying deck strengths and weaknesses.

Guides

MODOK Deck Strategy and Weaknesses in Marvel Snap

I don’t really know what MODOK is, and I’m a little afraid to find out. For those Marvel Snap aficionados out there, all ...

By Lowell BellFebruary 7, 2023

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Previews

LumenTale: Memories of Trey Has Great Pokémon Legends: Arceus Flavor – Preview

As both a massive fan and unrepentant critic of the Pokémon games, I have a soft spot for indie titles that put their ...

By Lowell BellFebruary 7, 2023

Marvel Snap Featured Locations and Hot Locations are meant to spice up gameplay but hurt the meta and favor certain decks (like Destroy).

Opinion

Marvel Snap’s Featured Locations Are Often Anti-Fun

Picture this: You’ve just pulled Sera from a cache, one of Marvel Snap’s strongest Series 3 cards, and can finally put together a ...

By Lowell BellFebruary 3, 2023

Previews

Moonstone Island Is Pokémon Meets Stardew Valley: So Far, So Good – Preview

I like Pokémon a bit too much for someone in their early 30s. I mean, I wrote The Escapist’s comprehensive beginner’s guide to ...

By Lowell BellJanuary 29, 2023

Here is how long it takes to beat A Space for the Unbound from Mojiken, including the minimum length and how long to 100% it.

Video Games

How Long Is A Space for the Unbound?

A Space for the Unbound, a unique adventure game set in 1990s Indonesia, has a surprising amount to do in the quaint, colorful ...

By Lowell BellJanuary 23, 2023

This guide will break down strategy, strengths, and weaknesses for a Zabu Marvel Snap deck, considering decks for Series 2, 3, and beyond.

Guides

Zabu Deck Strategies and Weaknesses in Marvel Snap

Some of the most powerful cards in Marvel Snap manipulate the amount of energy available to you or reduce the cost of cards. ...

By Lowell BellJanuary 3, 2023

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Guides

Competitive Pokémon Beginner Guide for Scarlet & Violet and Beyond

One of the great aspects of the Pokémon games, whether Scarlet and Violet or older titles, is that you can play however you ...

By Lowell BellDecember 24, 2022

This guide will break down strategy and weaknesses for a Silver Surfer Marvel Snap deck, considering decks for Series 2, Series 3, and more.

Video Games

Silver Surfer Deck Strategy and Weaknesses in Marvel Snap

The Power Cosmic Battle Pass for Marvel Snap gives those with an extra $9.99 to spend immediate access to the Silver Surfer card. ...

By Lowell BellDecember 19, 2022

Opinion

Competitive Pokémon Deserves More Recognition as an Esport

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. Dota 2. Call of Duty. Fortnite. League of Legends — these games dominate the esports scene with both viewership and ...

By Lowell BellNovember 29, 2022

Opinion

After Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon Needs to Take a Break

By now you’ve probably heard Pokémon Scarlet and Violet run about as well as a Slowpoke with three of its four legs broken. ...

By Lowell BellNovember 27, 2022

Opinion

Were Pokémon Sword and Shield Really That Bad?

Like a Rayquaza using Hurricane, a storm of controversies prior to the 2019 release of Pokémon Sword and Shield whipped fans up into ...

By Lowell BellNovember 1, 2022

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