Polygon Media Group LLC

Polygon is a news site focused on covering entertainment content such as video games, movies, and anime. The site features in-depth reporting, thoughtful reviews, detailed guides and maintains a progressive approach to the gaming community. Polygon is part of Vox Media which owns nearly 20 editorial properties. The site's coverage includes a wide range of interests from anime and tabletop games to movies and streamer culture.

94%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • Polygon's articles often feature thorough original reporting, thoughtful reviews, detailed guides, and a progressive approach to the gaming community.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • Polygon's coverage includes the full breadth of their audience's interests, from anime and tabletop games to movies and streamer culture.
  • The site is part of Vox Media, a leading modern media company with nearly 20 editorial properties.

Contradictions

96%

Examples:

  • In one article, Samira is described as a poet and cancer patient, while in another she is portrayed as a soldier fighting in a state of catastrophic emergency.
  • The film 'A Quiet Place: Day One' explores existential questions about the will to live during a state of catastrophic emergency and prioritizing feelings in survival mode.

Deceptions

84%

Examples:

  • Articles may contain affiliate links, which can earn Polygon a commission if a purchase is made.
  • Some articles use sensational language or exaggerate the importance of certain elements.

Recent Articles

  • A Quiet Place: Day One - Where to Watch and What to Expect

    A Quiet Place: Day One - Where to Watch and What to Expect

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 A Quiet Place: Day One, a new horror movie in Paramount's franchise set before the apocalyptic invasion, hits theaters on June 28. Stream it on Paramount+ around mid-August.
  • Expansion of Elden Ring: A New Chapter in the Legendary Game

    Expansion of Elden Ring: A New Chapter in the Legendary Game

    Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Elden Ring expansion introduces new content to the popular game.
  • New Inventory Features in Elden Ring's Latest Update: A Game-Changer for Item Management

    New Inventory Features in Elden Ring's Latest Update: A Game-Changer for Item Management

    Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 FromSoftware's Elden Ring update introduces game-changing inventory features: a recent items tab and exclamation marks above new items, improving players' ability to manage loot and prioritize valuable items.
  • Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - A New Intergalactic Adventure for Samus Aran in 2025

    Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - A New Intergalactic Adventure for Samus Aran in 2025

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the long-awaited new entry in the Metroid series from Retro Studios, is set for release on Nintendo Switch in 2025. The game showcases classic elements like scanning alien environments and utilizing Samus' Morph Ball ability while incorporating modern gameplay mechanics. Fans can expect to explore new worlds and uncover mysteries in this return to form for the iconic franchise.
  • Princess Zelda Takes the Lead: A New Adventure in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

    Princess Zelda Takes the Lead: A New Adventure in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 Princess Zelda, wielding a magical staff called the Tri Rod, takes center stage as the protagonist in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Breaking tradition, she embarks on an adventure to save Hyrule using her power of wisdom to create echoes of objects and monsters for puzzles instead of combat. Releasing September 26, 2024, exclusively on Nintendo Switch with a new Hyrule Edition console.
  • Exploring Themes of Prejudice and Equality in Upcoming JRPG, ReFantazio: A Journey to Unite Euchronia's Eight Tribes

    Exploring Themes of Prejudice and Equality in Upcoming JRPG, ReFantazio: A Journey to Unite Euchronia's Eight Tribes

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 In ReFantazio, an upcoming JRPG by Atlus and Studio Zero led by Katsura Hashino, players unite Euchronia's eight tribes while exploring themes of prejudice and equality. The game offers Scenario Mode, Dungeon Mode, and Boss Challenge with recruitment requests and deadlines. Combat can be initiated through real-time attacks or stealth.
  • Monster Hunter Rise and Other Exciting Titles Join PlayStation Plus in June

    Monster Hunter Rise and Other Exciting Titles Join PlayStation Plus in June

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 PlayStation Plus subscribers can look forward to exploring Monster Hunter Rise's detailed worlds and thrilling monster fights this June, joining a lineup of diverse titles including Football Manager 2024, Crusader Kings III, Anno 1800, and more.
  • Doom: The Dark Ages - New Doom Game Returns to Medieval Times with Doom Slayer on Dragon

    Doom: The Dark Ages - New Doom Game Returns to Medieval Times with Doom Slayer on Dragon

    Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024 Doom: The Dark Ages, the newest installment in the Doom franchise set in medieval times, was announced during Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase on June 9, 2024. Featuring the Doom Slayer riding a dragon and available on Xbox Series X (including Game Pass), PlayStation 5, and Windows PC in 2025.
  • Xbox Games Showcase and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct: New Releases and Updates

    Xbox Games Showcase and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct: New Releases and Updates

    Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024 The Xbox Games Showcase revealed upcoming titles such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, updates to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and a lengthy gameplay demo of Avowed. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct unveiled the game's October 25th release date, its Cold War setting, new safehouse feature in the campaign, and 'Comnimovement' in multiplayer. Other announcements included Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred expansion and Overwatch 2 updates.
  • Summer Game Fest 2024: A Must-Watch Gaming Event with New Announcements, Unexpected Surprises, and Exclusive Updates

    Summer Game Fest 2024: A Must-Watch Gaming Event with New Announcements, Unexpected Surprises, and Exclusive Updates

    Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 Get ready for exciting gaming news and surprises at Summer Game Fest 2024, hosted by Geoff Keighley on June 7th. Expect announcements for Monster Hunter Wilds and Palworld updates, as well as unexpected reveals from smaller teams. With E3 absent, Summer Game Fest is the hub for gaming news.