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Dragonkin: The Banished
Gamers who have already invested hundreds of hours in another hack-and-slash RPG might not be tempted to make a lateral move to Dragonkin: The Banished. Then again, its depth of systems and generally excellent combat might be a satisfying alternative.
Life is Strange: Reunion
The presentation is strong, carrying that signature art direction and soundtrack that have become cornerstones of the franchise. Although stylised with a high-quality, cinematic animation ethos, this doesn’t diminish the emotions stirring within each character. Deck Nine’s expert use of animation, combined with emotive tracks, helps create a heartfelt presentation...
Screamer
When it comes to racing games, Screamer asserts that realism is overrated. It’s an adrenaline-fueled blast from the past that feels current, too. Although it can be a bit repetitive and over-exacting at times, there’s a lot of depth to Screamer’s narrative premise and racing mechanics. Screamer is definitely worth...
MLB The Show 26
MLB The Show 26 feels lazy. San Diego Studio knows it has no competition and has decided to coast on its previous successes. The on-field action is addictive, but everything else almost feels like a slap in the face at this point. They desperately need to update the visuals, fix...
I really enjoyed the original Greedfall’s blend of magic and 1600’s technology. While the combat is a little more flexible this time around, the narrative plays too many of the same beats, and its pacing fails to find a groove. Greedfall was a cult favorite of sorts. Greedfall: The Dying...
Project Songbird
Project Songbird is a haunting journey through the dark and twisted mind of its protagonist. Each act offers fresh ideas, creating a wonderfully paced adventure brimming with creativity and innovation. The art direction, sound, and impeccable voice acting elevate the experience, helping Dakota’s tale resonate. Although the combat and stealth...
Etrange Overlord
Although I love anime, and I love games, I often find the two somewhat diminished when combined. Etrange Overlord is an excellent story, with clever dialogue and wonderful voice acting coming together to keep you hooked for more or less the whole runtime. And yet, the actual gameplay falls a...
Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert is a remarkable achievement in open world design, with an inexhaustible number of things to see, do, and fight. It’s a miracle that it never collapses under its own weight. It isn’t perfect. By both accident and design, there are times when clarity and user-friendliness temporarily disappear, and...
1348: Ex Voto
1348 Ex Voto joins games like A Plague’s Tale and Kingdom Come: Deliverance in giving players a slice of medieval life. Unlike those titles, 1348 Ex Voto is a short time commitment with a relatively simple story and unique character dynamics. If the world weren’t quite so barren and the...
Weapons are plentiful, with a wide range of types to help you eliminate foes. Each gun features a variety of attachments, allowing you to upgrade your favourite. There’s also an individual levelling system for every weapon, which can discourage experimentation. While this does support replayability, levelling up each gun separately...
Is Tales of Berseria Remastered worth a double dip? Absolutely not. There’s no reason to get it if you already own the regular game (unless you have completionist OCD). Bandai Namco needs to be careful they don’t lose any good will with their fans, when so many other companies are...
But this same focus means that the core audience for Twisted Redemption is the same as it’s always been. Outsiders like myself are unlikely to be converted to the cause. If you don’t have the patience and persistence needed to endlessly run that core loop, you won’t find your way...