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Black Ops III tries something different, but it's wrong headed approach ruins otherwise strong context.

Bernie Sanders could use Assassin's Creed Syndicate's tale of greed and capitalist abuse at campaign rallies. It's too routine after a dozen games.

NBA 2K16

NBA 2K16

October 4, 2015
7/10

NBA 2K16 attempts something novel - a full sports narrative by Spike Lee - but is crushed by server failures and lack of development.

Forza Motorsport 6
7/10

Forza continues to be part of Microsoft's dwindling core of exclusives and while fun, it's beginning to lose its grip as sequels blend together.

Mad Max

Mad Max

September 6, 2015
4/10

Mad Max is bloated, full of busy work, and keeps women locked in chains. Fury Road this is not.

Until Dawn

Until Dawn

August 27, 2015
4/10

If Until Dawn were the movie it was trying to be, it's Rotten Tomatoes score would be single digits.

Her Story
8/10

Her Story is unique, but that in and of itself is not worthy of praise. The allowance for differences in approach is what makes it special.

Axiom Verge
9/10

Axiom Verge is familiar, homely, and far too simple, but those turn out to be its greatest qualities. This homage to 2D adventures is smartly and carefully done.

The Order: 1886

The Order: 1886

February 21, 2015
8/10

The Order:1886 is seemingly derivative, but underneath is a blend of media forms which celebrates both cinema and video games inside of an attractive shell.

Apotheon

Apotheon

February 8, 2015
5/10

Stunningly unique but ultimately messy, Apotheon is enthralling Greek mythology caught in the grips of unfriendly combat.