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Truly, the main selling point for Borderlands: The Handsome Collection will be Borderlands 2 and all its DLC. Those who were looking forward to a current-gen port will find that the game is well represented on the new platforms, and has no major flaws to speak of. Also, any who...
Metal Slug 3 is like the series’ black sheep, but we mean that has a compliment. Its no holds barred approach to the familiar side scrolling shooter combat helps it stand out from the pack, and keep players engaged from beginning to end. The game is a little less meaty...
However, it's ultimately hard to fault Dissident Logic for the lack of single player content; throughout Paperbound's development, they've been clear that solo play just isn't the focus. With its fast gameplay and gentle learning curve, it's easy to imagine Paperbound's frantic combat becoming a staple of dorm rooms and...
Even so, Axiom Verge is a faithful throwback in design and approach, but the game's clever mechanics help add flair and originality. The colorful levels, the synth heavy soundtrack, and the varied weaponry create a feel that’s unlike anything seen today, and the boss battles are equal parts challenge and...
In short, Obsidian Entertainment has created a specific title for a specific audience, but has done so with great success. Pillars of Eternity is a must-have for fans of the Infinity Engine RPGs, or 1990s computer role-playing games in general. Those unfamiliar with the genre may find the title a little less...
Unfortunately, when friends leave and kids find a new distraction, Fruit Ninja Kinect 2 will sit on the Xbox One's hard drive, taking up space until the next family gathering. There is little reason to return to the game for days or weeks at a time, with few rewards available...
It's hard to call Bladestorm: Nightmare a good game, but it is an oddly satisfying one. The main campaign is riddled with pacing issues, and the combat isn't nearly as deep or tactical as Omega Force would like players to think it is. Still, leading a flock of powerful, sometimes...
It may be sparse on new content and require an affinity for replaying past levels to keep the adventure alive, but Jamestown+ manages to nail the feeling of adrenaline from the gaming days of yore. Whether played alone or with friends through local co-op, it's hard to resist the urge to take to the...
Multiplayer gets by with some intriguing new modes, but it doesn’t deviate enough to bring new blood into the mix. Battlefield fans will find plenty to enjoy in Battlefield Hardline, but they would have been equally satisfied with a DLC expansion as well. In other words, don’t go into Battlefield...
From basic double jumping challenges to Portal-inspired vortexes that require gravity-defying leaps to survive, Ori offers plenty of beauty and challenge for 2D platforming fans. The story plays out subtly throughout the adventure and adds that something special to make the game more than just a pretty platforming journey. The...
Regardless, Flame Over is a game that successfully nails the rewarding feeling of learning from one's surroundings in order to overcome new obstacles. It will certainly not appeal to every gamer, but those looking for a fresh take on the ever-growing roguelike and twin-stick shooter genres should definitely give Flame Over a chance.
In short, Cities: Skylines achieves everything we wanted in SimCity with ease. Coming in with the affordable price of $29.99, this is one game we fully recommend to any gamer looking to enjoy a city building game that not only allows them to generate gigantic metropolises, but design each element...
