Neal Ronaghan
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Arms
Arms is a heavily multiplayer-focused game in the same vein as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. A single-player Grand Prix mode might exist, but it’s largely just a gateway into the greater online-multiplayer world. Comparing Arms to Mario Kart 8 with regards to the online experience comes out favorably, though, as...
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe makes for a great representation of the multiplayer potential of the Switch, but it still doesn’t add too much content to be a simple, slam-dunk purchase for owners of the Wii U version. The content it adds is strong, especially the revamped Battle Mode, though. And...
But through all those old-school problems, The Dragon’s Trap is still a strong and engaging Metroid-esque platformer that features a pleasant interconnected world filled with areas packed with secrets and grand old-fashioned platforming. It’s well worth overcoming the outmoded aspects to experience a fresher take on a great game.
Little Inferno
While no co-op mode exists as of this writing, the Switch version will be adding one in the next week. Even still, I’ve played through Little Inferno with multiple people as the communal fun of trying to figure out combos still works even when only one controller does anything. I...
All in all, Skylanders Imaginators is yet another well-made adventure filled with charming characters and amusing gameplay. The Switch version is hampered a little bit by the system’s portability and the loss of compatibility with some previous figures is a shame, but it’s still a fine way to play, especially...
Despite all that, recommending Severed is easy. It’s a unique, intriguing game that makes brilliant use of the touch screen on the GamePad. This is a perfect off-TV experience. While the gameplay premise wears thin over the short adventure, when the slashing combat works and the exploration feels organic, it’s...
Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens expertly scratches the itch if you’ve been hankering for a solid video game based off of Episode VII. It carries the Lego Star Wars series forward into the modern Lego style, and is easily the most polished Lego game I’ve ever played. While the...
Even with the disappointing Live mode, Guitar Hero Live is a refreshing take on controller-based rhythm games. The streaming focus in GHTV works extremely well despite some technical hiccups, and as long Activision keeps rolling out new songs to the library, this is the kind of game I’ll be regularly...
Extreme Exorcism is a fun game bolstered by an extraordinarily unique concept. The game’s campaign wears a little thin by the end, but the ride from start to finish is delightful. If you have friends to play with, the multiplayer is well worth the price of admission, as the weapon...
Skylanders: SuperChargers is just bursting with content, and fortunately, all of it is great fun. If you’re invested in the series, SuperChargers is on par, if not better, than the best the series has offered in the past. If you’re a newcomer, SuperChargers is a fantastic jumping-on point, as it...
Gunman Clive 2 doesn't last long, as the initial playthrough takes less than two hours, but it's such a consistent, entertaining ride that length isn't a major issue. It feels like a full experience and the end only left me wanting more. Gunman Clive 2 is a fantastic 2D platformer...
Even with the bugs, Citizens of Earth is an engrossing, fun RPG. Combat is easy to grasp but surprisingly deep, especially when you start getting items that boost your character’s abilities in interesting ways, whether it’s giving them an extra attack or making them a defensive powerhouse. The story and...
