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Fallout 4
Like the Vault Dweller, Fallout 4 emerges into a world that’s seen a lot change. The core mechanics and fundamentals of the immersive Bethesda RPG are still here and quite competent, but there have been too many advancements just in this genre to ignore. Wandering the Commonwealth feels all too...
I had a lot of fun with Dragon Quest Heroes, from the first mission to the last. That said, I realize that some players may feel the missions grow repetitive. There’s a lot of button mashing, and there are some points in every mission when you can tell that a...
Tales of Zestiria is still a whole lot of fun regardless of the problems it has — fans will be glad to immerse themselves in the fantasy world and the rich, engaging combat, but it’s far from the series’ best efforts. Aside from the soundtrack, every component in Zestiria has...
Uncanny Valley
Horror is a very hard genre to get right, and Uncanny Valley manages to be a sterling effort that stands out from its indie horror contemporaries. Low-detail pixel art gives it a unique flair, with well-animated character sprites and superb sound design that excels at building a mood of discomfort...
For all its depth, The Charnel House Trilogy remains a short but highly repeatable excursion for those who endeavor to puzzle out its many truths. Could a shiny new game detract one from repeat explorations? Certainly, but I am more than happy to let the trilogy sit on my shelf...
Armikrog
Despite its shortcomings, I can’t help but be enchanted by Armikrog. A poster child for style over substance, it fails to impress as a whole, but the stellar art direction demands attention, regardless of other flaws. If this review sounds bitter, that’s because it is. Armikrog is a barely average...
Alliance of Vengeance proves there’s still life in Disgaea’s formula yet — it knows where the series’ strengths lay and builds on them while its anti-frustration features gracefully bring the series up to speed. The addictive side content makes this entry a treat for longtime fans; a player smitten with...
Undertale
A solid debut from a developer with innovative ideas and a whole lotta heart, Undertale is a rare game that not only manages to be daring and subversive but also fun for all ages. The game’s wide variety of battle options, emphasis on meaningful choice and short duration make repeat...
80 Days
These negligible problems combined do not harm 80 Days calibre; Inkle Studios created a timeless classic in branching narrative gaming, and this port delivers the experience to a new audience. Where most video game narratives slip up by implementation of over-complicated plots and convoluted writing, 80 Days triumphs because it...
Omega Quintet
At this point, it should be obvious that if you’re considering purchasing this game, I’d advise you not to. There are so many other, better games you could be playing. If you’re really hard up for a PS4 RPG and have lots of time to spend on a game, given...
It’s by no means a sloppy game in any other area, either. Everything is bright and colorful, the dancers themselves are so skilled it’s hilarious to watch, and the voice acting is as sharp as it has ever been in the series. Even in spite of the mediocre rhythm gameplay,...
Technical concerns aside, Hong Kong is a wondrous experience. Few developers can craft a world or characters the way Harebrained Schemes does. They favored the cautious path, capitalizing on what worked rather than trying something new, which is a shame, but the end result is still a fantastic game. Those...
