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Marvel MaXimum Collection is an incomplete collection of Marvel-themed Super Hero games from the '90s, and what is featured has not aged very well.Marvel MaXimum Collection is unfortunately a weak package, without an ounce of joy to be had. Not a single [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·April 27, 2026
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A wonderfully crafted, retro-inspired take on the arcade-style side-scrolling shooter, based on the Terminator 2: Judgment Day movie. It's a must-try for fans of the genre.  Terminator 2D: No Fate is a side-scrolling arcade shooter based on the events of the Terminator 2: Judgment Day movie; it's [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·January 12, 2026
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Marvel Rivals shakes up the hero shooter genre with a near-perfect blend of visuals and gameplay, while scrapping many of the failed ideas pushed by its competition.  Marvel Rivals, the latest addition to the hero shooter genre, shines with its polished gameplay and well-thought-out design. [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·January 7, 2025
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Featuring every arcade Marvel game that Capcom has produced, Arcade Classics boasts high-speed action that stands the test of time, and a wide variety of characters from both companies' catalogs.  Growing up in the 90s, no video game series resonated with me quite like Marvel vs. Capcom; the franchise excellently [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·October 11, 2024
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A fantastic 3D fighting game that freshens up the look and feel of the series while at the same time not alienating its veteran community.A revolution in the realm of fighting games is now upon us.  Tekken 8 has arrived, bringing with [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·February 25, 2024
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The first Sonic game to feature a local 4-player co-op isn't one of the franchise's finer titles, leaning far too much into safe gameplay and attempts at nostalgia.   If there has ever been a game that seems to indicate a company losing its way, it's [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·November 19, 2023
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While the series has traditionally had very good presentation values, Mortal Kombat 1 actually vitalizes the gameplay into something engaging, silky, and fun.   The fighting genre is my favorite when it comes to video games.  I don't play favorites between Street [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·October 20, 2023
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Another collection of Sonic games, this time featuring accurate recreations of the main Genesis titles thanks to Christian Whitehead's Retro Engine.   One of my oldest memories is of a trip to Circuit City to get a SEGA Genesis. Along [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·July 24, 2023
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Overwatch 2 attempts to fix the problems with the original game while somehow managing to fail on nearly every front.Some people coming back to Overwatch following the launch of Overwatch 2 might find themselves reminiscing about the [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·November 5, 2022
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A colorful, high-speed platformer that's light on action and lighter still on in-game content.  Usually, one can't go wrong with a good, speedy platformer.  However, while Aeon Drive undoubtedly has its good, stand-out moments, [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·November 1, 2021
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Lake sells itself well on its peaceful atmosphere, which makes it easy to pick up and play, although several design decisions prevent the game from shining.  Sometimes it can be relaxing to sit down with a game and not worry yourself about how to [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·October 1, 2021
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Even with the few imperfections it has, Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown is still very much an enjoyable fighting title.Ever since SEGA's initial venture into 3D fighters, Virtua Fighter has been at the forefront of innovating the [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·July 2, 2021
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