Rishi Alwani

Resident cookie monster and closet furry, Rishi has pitched his tents in a variety of fields, from RPGs to comic books. His favourite time sinks include swapping graphics cards, chugging suspicious mixtures of chocolate mix and energy drinks, and dissing ex-bosses. A true connoisseur of cheap video games, Rishi regularly trawls the deep recesses of IVG's Trading Post to secure the best deals on used games with promises of party favors and stuff, occasionally even cash. A bruised and battered, short service veteran of the Indian video gaming distribution industry, Rishi brings insider news, game shopping tips, biting wit and an uncanny fondness for 'troll'isms to IVG's colorful community.

Favourite Games: Deus Ex, MGS2, Paper Mario and the Thousand Year Door, Brian Lara Cricket '96, Final Fantasy X

Favourite Genres: RPG, FPS, Bargain bin budget hits

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78 posts by Rishi

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  Review: Wolfenstein: The New Order

  ReviewsThe New Order is a fun ride if you can stomach the cost of admission and quirks that go along with it. It’s refreshingly old school, much like the choice of vinyl over MP3. Read More

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  Review: Watch Dogs

  ReviewsIf you were expecting a game that's all action from the very beginning, be warned: Watch Dogs is somewhat of a slow burn. Throw in characters that are anything but cliché and dialogue that isn't gag-worthy, and you have a game that's rather competent. Read More

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  Review: Child of Light

  ReviewsBarring a few issues with pacing and difficulty, Child of Light is a fantastic adventure that’s worth your time and energy. Read More

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  Review: Metal Gear Solid 5: Ground Zeroes

  ReviewsTo everyone but the hardcore Metal Gear fans, this is a wanton cash grab. This should have been a demo or, at the very least, an add-in with another game. Read More

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  IVG Back Catalogue: Quake 3 Arena

  FeaturesWith Titanfall just around the corner, we look at back at one of the most influential multiplayer shooters ever. Read More

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  Preview: South Park: The Stick of Truth

  PreviewsWhile most games bearing the South Park moniker have been middling at best, The Stick of Truth appears to be cut from a different cloth. Read More

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  IVG’s Games of the Generation – Part 2

  Features / Must ReadIn part two, Rishi Alwani details his top five games of the generation gone by. Read More

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  Hardware review: PlayStation 4

  Features / Must Read / ReviewsYes, next-gen is here, but with some strings attached and conditions that apply. Read More

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  Review: Batman: Arkham Origins

  ReviewsArkham Origins might not be the superhero game you want, or one you expected, but it’s entertaining enough to bookend the Arkham trilogy in a manner befitting its predecessors. Read More

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  Review: Grand Theft Auto V

  ReviewsIf you had to buy just one game this year, Grand Theft Auto V could very well be that game. Read More

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  Review: Puppeteer

  ReviewsConsidering that other first-party publishers are phoning it in and playing it safe, it's nice to see a charming platformer with a more than ample amount of ingenuity to boot. Read More

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  Review: Rayman Legends

  ReviewsIt might not be the most tech-packed game nor does it boast a slew of features, but it has heart and an attitude, with gameplay chops that will keep you coming back. Read More

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  Review: Killzone: Mercenary

  ReviewsIf you're a fan of the series or simply looking for an excuse to switch on your Vita, look no further. Read More

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  Review: Remember Me

  ReviewsRemember Me is an aesthetically pleasing game, but ultimately fails to realise its own potential, becoming yet another linear action game. Read More

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  UPDATE: India not getting Xbox One this year, will get it by late 2014

  E3 2013 / E3 2013 Featured / India / Must Read / NewsMicrosoft India has confirmed that the Xbox One will not be launching in India this year. Read More

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  Opinion: An open letter to Microsoft

  E3 2013 / FeaturesA gamer's heartfelt letter to Microsoft regarding their Xbox One shenanigans. Read More

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  Review: Resident Evil: Revelations

  ReviewsIf you can overlook the graphics, Resident Evil: Revelations is a return to form for a series that's had its fair share of ups and downs. Read More

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  Review: Metro: Last Light

  ReviewsIn spite of some minor issues and the drama preceding its release, Metro: Last Light is a fantastic sequel that improves on most, if not all aspects of it's predecessor. Read More

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  Preview: The Last of Us

  PreviewsWith the Last of Us, developer Naughty Dog have gone out of their way to craft a world and fiction that feels genuine, authentic and downright believable. Read More

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  Review: Injustice: Gods Among Us

  ReviewsInjustice: Gods Among Us is an engaging and enthralling super-hero themed fighter that never quite realises its full potential. Read More

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  IVG Back Catalogue: Final Fantasy VII

  FeaturesIf you're new to JRPGs Final Fantasy VII is the game to ease you in to the genre. Read More

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  IVG Back Catalogue: System Shock 2

  FeaturesSystem Shock 2 may sound similar to Doom or other survival horror games, but it brings it's own brand of dread to the table making it a unique experience. Read More

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  Review: SimCity

  ReviewsThe opening few hours are fantastic, but the excitement and enthusiasm fizzles out long before you have a chance to think about a serious commitment. Read More

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  Local PS3 game replication and what it means for Indian gamers

  Features / India / Must ReadA few days ago, the nice people at MCV had a word with Atindriya Bose, Master Chief of all things Playstation in India. He mentioned that Sony could start locally replicating PS3 games within the country as early as this month. While it might not seem like much, here are some possible implications of this […] Read More