Opinion | From Korrasami to Caitvi: Exploring lesbian representation in cartoons

By Danae Poteat, Senior Staff Columnist • January 13, 2025

In terms of all LGBTQ+ representation, we truly have come such a long way, and it is so amazing to watch, especially when you look back to the cartoon that paved the way for us to be here now.

Review | ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ leaves viewers without a remnant of satisfaction

By Thomas Riley, Contributing Editor • November 5, 2023

Despite premiering on streaming the day before its release in theaters, “Five Nights at Freddy’s” still grossed nearly $80 million in its first weekend at the box office, raking in revenue from longtime...

Level Up! | Why representation matters to me

By Sinead McDevitt, Digital Manager • April 13, 2023

In this final edition of Level Up!, Digital Manager Sinéad McDevitt writes about how much representation can matter in video games.

Level Up! | Video Game Hot Takes

By Sinéad McDevitt, Digital Manager • March 30, 2023

In this week’s edition of Level Up! Digital manager Sinead McDevitt lists some of her spiciest opinions on video games

Editorial | Gaming platforms need to do more to address and prevent harm

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • November 7, 2022

Concerned parents and players recently criticized the game “Overwatch 2” for hosting custom user modifications that simulate sexual assault and rape.

Column | EA should prioritize consumers in new college football video game

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • July 8, 2022

EA Sports announced it will revive its college football video game, with an intended release for Summer 2023. EA hasn’t released a college football game since 2013, and fans are highly anticipating getting their hands on the newest edition. 

Level Up! | Games that made my childhood

By Sinéad McDevitt, Digital Manager • January 9, 2022

In the first installment of Level Up!, Digital Manager Sinéad McDevitt goes over nostalgic games from her childhood.

Digital Narrative and Interactive Design major combines interests in programming, storytelling

By Grace Hemcher, Staff Writer • December 3, 2021

Students interested in computer programming, while sharing a passion for writing composition and narrative, now have the option to pursue both, with Pitt’s Digital Narrative and Interactive Design major.

Esports comes to Pitt in the Battle for Pittsburgh Gaming Tournament

By Darin Fields, Staff Writer • November 15, 2021

The esports boom made its way to campus this weekend as Pitt gamers gathered in the Connolly Ballroom at Alumni Hall on Saturday for a day full of competition and community in the first Battle for Pittsburgh Gaming Tournament.

Pitt football’s fictional video game ratings

By Carson Zaremski, Staff Writer • February 17, 2021

The players will be rated out of 100, based on the more specific attribute ratings they would get in the game.