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TAMASHIKA isn't an experience for everyone. The visuals are often too abrasive, and the lack of any story or unlockables means that you're paying for a game without any progression to speak of. However, the gameplay is so delightfully fun, the little hints of secrets are intriguing, and the soundtrack...
Tales of Berseria Remastered is an odd release. The original game is still a good time problems and all, but this release feels less like a remaster and more like a port with some additions. It has all the DLC from the original but that just amounts to costumes, and...
Kena: Bridge of Spirits for the Nintendo Switch 2 is a fantastic port of an underrated game. The visuals still look gorgeous, even when played in handheld mode, and the gameplay feels great despite the "lesser hardware." I wish there were more performance/quality options, a few new features, and the...
Homura: The Crimson Warriors delivers strong voice acting, beautiful character art, and an appealing historical setting, but its slow pacing and lackluster port features keep it from standing out beyond its core otome audience. Fans of Otomate’s historical romances will likely enjoy it, but newcomers may find it hard to...
KuloNiku: Bowl Up! is a charming cooking game blending anime-inspired 2D art with 3D visuals, offering fun gameplay and memorable characters. Its one real weakness is difficulty, as cooking challenges are forgiving to a fault, but this is nowhere near enough to dull what's otherwise a genuinely enjoyable experience.
People of Note is a delightful experience from beginning to end. The story captures the vibe of 2000s Disney Channel musicals alongside some charming characters and nods to pop culture. Further, the gameplay combines the rhythm and RPG genres excellently, and throws in some extra strategy for you to master...
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance unfortunately falls flat in continuing such a cult classic franchise. While some of the writing and visuals still match the quality of its predecessors, the narrative feels forced and the gameplay is often deeply frustrating and rife with issues. Overall, if this is indicative of the...
Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers can be an absolute joy to play when everything comes together. Unfortunately, that often doesn't happen due to the game's lack of polish and features that other beat 'em ups have. The clunky gameplay can also be another barrier in what could have...
So far, Marathon is an absolutely fantastic multiplayer shooter. The narrative manages to be compelling, even without a single-player campaign; the presentation is a treat to look at, and the gameplay still has me hooked. While I fear for its ability to deliver consistently good content in future updates, Bungie's...
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is a lovingly crafted package that preserves the charm of the original games while adding meaningful quality-of-life improvements and long-lost content. While some design choices and minor presentation issues remain, the collection delivers a fun experience that is well worth it for longtime fans...
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O World Stage comes to Nintendo Switch 2 with all the content and features of the PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S versions. The Switch 2 version holds up well with 60 FPS gameplay in handheld and docked mode, with the visuals holding up just as much...
Etrange Overlord is a "sushi lane musical action adventure" game full of comedy and anime tropes that captivates anime watchers and gamers alike. The game takes some cues from the tower-defense genre to make for a compelling combat system, and despite some gameplay setbacks, Etrange Overlord manages to keep you...
