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God Wars is an enjoyable SRPG that doesn’t really do much wrong in the gameplay or story department. The art style is gorgeous, and the cast is overall rather likable, though not unique. If you have played an SRPG before, you pretty much know what to expect in terms of...
Like one of Lovecraft’s protagonists, Call of Cthulhu was doomed from the outset. It’s a Greatest Hits compilation of the Cthulhu Mythos, hitting all the notes you’d expect without doing anything new or interesting with them. And yet, I can’t hate it. Cyanide obviously care very much for the source...
Observer
I have a hard time recommending games like Observer that are truly incredible at the outset, but somehow take a disappointing turn somewhere in between beginning and end. If only it knew what it should have been throughout. For those looking for atmosphere, a unique take on psychological horror, or...
Even though the remaster forgoes some much-needed changes, this is still the definitive version of Disgaea 1. The graphical improvements are extremely noticeable, especially when looking at the original and remaster side by side. However, with no other improvements aside from updated graphics, the $50 price tag may be too...
It’s clear why TWEWY became such a cult classic after its initial release on the DS. Its stylish charm and unique mechanics worked perfectly on the platform for which it was built. While those aesthetic qualities have been enhanced for the Switch port, the imperfect and lower quality controls for...
Timespinner
It’s plain to see I adored my time with Timespinner. Its little niggles couldn’t prevent me from going back to New Game Plus, or even experimenting with the level cap mode or higher difficulties. I stopped everything for Timespinner and in return I was rewarded with tight gameplay, a rich,...
I’ll fully admit that I wasn’t originally sold on Assassin’s Creed becoming an RPG. Frankly, I wasn’t sure I wanted the series to become an RPG, and Origins didn’t really change my mind. Odyssey is the sophomore effort the series needed to convince me that it can and should become...
Shenmue I & II
Playing Shenmue I & II is a treat for die-hard fans as well as an accessible way for newcomers to experience these renowned titles, though they won’t be for everyone. Even though I enjoyed both games, I really struggled to look past the clunky dialogue or even fully invest in...
That being said, I still thoroughly enjoyed this game. Since it is developed with a very specific audience in mind, the game will not be enjoyed by everyone. If you dislike turn-based battles, excessive grinding, and dark humor, then put simply, this is not the game for you. Otherwise, while...
Metal Max Xeno
For most of my 25-hour pilgrimage, I just found myself asking “why?” Why does the battle camera so frequently linger on negative space, obscuring attacks from the screen? Why was a boss able to keep summoning allies, even after it died? Why did I get an accolade for doing 10,000...
Lamplight City
Overall, I found Lamplight City to be a very enjoyable Steampunk adventure. Not perfect — more puzzles and a proper inventory would likely have made for an improved experience, and the game is just a little too easy for veterans of graphic adventures. Still, I found the plot to be...
CrossCode
Despite my niggles, CrossCode has lived up to my expectations and is a delightfully fun game. After finishing it for the first time I immediately wanted to jump back in. The combat is easily one of the genre’s best, mixing fast-paced attacks with ball-throwing fun. It wears its SNES inspiration...
