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Reality Check


Is there hope for a hostless Oscars?

For a while, awards shows have been struggling with viewership. Since this is the case, they seem to be getting more and more desperate to find something that is both humorous and attention-grabbing. Without a host, there is no telling what they might come up with.



Input 2 S6E4: Rent Due on Input 2

Welcome to this week’s episode of Input 2! We discuss Fox’s Rent Live and how it compares to its movie and stage predecessors. How did this movie handle the topics of AIDs and LGBT representation? Find out this and more on this week’s episode of Input 2!


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‘Tetris 99’ is an addictive but barebones battle royale

‘Tetris 99’ is definitely another ‘Tetris’ game. It plays well, and the battle royale gimmick amps up the already intense competitive ‘Tetris’ mode to a whole new level. But with how barebones it is in terms of personalization and options at this time, it’s definitely not the ultimate ‘Tetris’ experience. 



What's really behind concert culture

Ball State junior Ashley Vega has found some beautiful opportunities within her love for music and concerts. Her passion for music has brought her a whole group of friends and even decided her career path.  



How It's Played S3E3 - Apex Challenges Battle Royales

On this week’s episode of How It’s Played, we discuss an unusual Super Bowl advertisement. That’s right, Microsoft released an ad about their newest controller, the Adaptive Controller. How does this controller meet the needs of gamers with disabilities? Will their competitors respond with any similar products? All of this and more on this week’s episode of How It’s Played.



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‘Apex Legends’ changes the battle royale format

'Apex Legends' introduces new gameplay elements that showcase teamwork - something the typical battle royale game lacks. With unique characters and abilities, each match feels quick and strategic. However, it is hindered by confounding controls and a lack of motivation to level up. Despite that, this is definitely a contender against similar games.