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Despite those complaints, Sundered has turned out to be a fun, addictive game that I can’t get enough of. This gameplay loop really works for me, and while I sometimes wish I wasn’t doing so much backtracking, it’s not a big enough deal that I’m dissuaded from playing. If you,...
If you’ve never played Katamari before, there’s no reason not to pick this up over the original release on the PS2. The game is still a delight, and while it may make you dizzy, picking up objects and watching your katamari grow with all sorts of random objects will always...
Like with other narrative-heavy video games, knowing too much of the story going in is likely to color your enjoyment of the game and change how it resonates with you. Even though it came to other platforms over two years ago, Firewatch is a game that has always been on...
Ultimately, if you like super challenging shmups and especially if you’re old enough to still call them shoot-‘em-ups, then you’ll find a lot to love here. Likewise if you’re a newcomer to the genre then R-Type Dimensions EX is a great place to start and will hold your hand until...
While I enjoyed running through Arcade mode a bunch of times and trying out the different pilots, they don’t play all that differently from each other—until you transform into a Mega Gunship, that is. The competitive aspect of Rival Megagun works really well, and shooter fans who are interested in...
I found ARK unplayable in handheld mode. I just couldn’t tell what was going on most of the time. Coupled with both online and offline crashes it just didn’t feel like a finished game. Things improve somewhat docked, and that's why I refer to it as borderline unplayable. When docked...
Gris
The combination of imagery, art, music, and storytelling make GRIS understated but exquisite. Playing it is not to find challenging platforming, larger-than-life bosses, or tricky and intricate puzzles. Instead, you may find that the journey and trials of Gris are not unlike ones we have all struggled through at various...
Desert Child
If I were to judge Desert Child exclusively on its aesthetics, I would have nothing but glowing praise for it. From the gorgeous pixel art to the incredible soundtrack, Desert Child looks outstanding. Looks can be deceiving though, and it’s clear that much more time was spent on crafting a...
If you are a fan of strategy games (or like thinking strategically but don’t like messing around with menus all day) I would heartily recommend Kingdom Two Crowns - especially if you have a partner to rule with. Again, finding someone to experience this with and talk about will greatly...
Everspace is the most open ended space shooter on Switch. It is highly replayable and there is still plenty more for me to see and do. The segmented, sector-by-sector gameplay is perfect for on-the-go play. It employs its genre better than most and manages not to feel too repetitive even...
One last thing I should mention: this game is Part 1 of a series, something I wish the game had disclosed upfront to set proper expectations. Tower of Shirin felt like just the right length to me and didn’t leave me feeling like I had played half of a game,...
When Guacamelee 2 does so many things right, from the wonderfully tight and responsible gameplay to the downright gorgeous look and feel of the Mexiverse, it’s hard to not talk about it without gushing. But it’s earned that right, delivering a top-tier experience across the board. It captures the essence...
