Billy Givens

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Beneath all of the enhancements, Gears of War: Reloaded is the same ultra-violent adventure starring everyone's favorite group of gruff, foul-mouthed soldiers and their chainsaw-sporting guns. The fact that this previously Xbox-exclusive game is now available on PlayStation for the first time is a clear sign of changing times, but one thing hasn't changed a bit: it's still just as fun mowing through grubs now as it was in 2006.

“Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 offers story thrills, wacky movement, and a whole lot of microtransactions.”

Having exhausted essentially every potential setting, the Call of Duty franchise has been in its reboot phase over the past few years with a new take on the Modern Warfare trilogy. Despite these fresh takes never reaching the same heights as the games they’re reviving, they’ve been fun enough to warrant appreciation by both new and returning fans.

“Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II doesn't quite live up to the heights set by the game it reboots, but it's still great for those just looking for some fun online shootouts.”

In Bright Memory: Infinite, a brief campaign doesn't keep the game from providing some above-average shooter excitement.

Call of Duty: Vanguard doesn’t drive the franchise forward in any major ways, but its tense, cinematic campaign and satisfying multiplayer modes are worth experiencing.

Far Cry 6

Far Cry 6

October 5, 2021
3.5

Far Cry 6 isn’t quite the powerful, cinematic experience that Ubisoft promised, but this flawed adventure is still great fun for open-world shooter fans.

Life Is Strange: True Colors represents the best the franchise has ever been, and provides a perfect jumping-on point for newcomers.

MLB The Show 21
4.0

MLB The Show 21 is still the best baseball game available by far. But don’t buy it expecting a substantial next-gen showcase.

AO Tennis 2

AO Tennis 2

February 17, 2020
6.0

AO Tennis 2 can be a hell of a lot of fun, but if you’re easily annoyed by some inconsistent controls and a steep learning curve, you’re better off avoiding this one.