Jasmin Journal

Category: Gaming

  • The Art of Tomb Raider

    The Art of Tomb Raider

    Few video game franchises have left as indelible a mark on visual culture as Tomb Raider. Since its debut in 1996, the series has been celebrated not only for its adventurous gameplay but also for its striking artistry, which helped define Lara Croft as one of gaming’s most iconic figures. The original vision was spearheaded…

  • League of Legends

    League of Legends

    I first started playing League of Legends in late 2013 and continued until early 2017. A good friend of mine from Canada convinced me to give it a try. Worried about lag, I initially chose to play on the EU West servers – a terrible decision, as they were down more often than not. Eventually,…

  • Contrast

    Contrast

    Contrast was my first introduction to Compulsion Games – more game reviews to come from their games in this journal as I thoroughly enjoy them! Contrast is a heartfelt and clever puzzle-platformer that stands out for its originality and emotional depth. Set in a dreamlike noir-inspired world, the game invites players into a surreal universe…

  • The Legacy of WipEout’s Soundtrack

    The Legacy of WipEout’s Soundtrack

    As this blog was written in 2024, I wanted to point out that we are closer to the year of when the first WipEout game is set – 2052 than when the game was first released – 1995… Now that we got that shocker out the way, let’s go through the rave-inspired soundtrack of WipEout…

  • Sleeping Dogs

    Sleeping Dogs

    As a gamer you’ll commonly be asked “What are your favourite games?” My response will always include Sleeping Dogs. This action packed game most certainly has a cinematic flair! If you enjoy the classic Hong Kong action movies, you can appreciate this game even more. The game has a great story at it’s core alongside…