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Skull Jones
I imagine if you have a group of friends you game with – and a bottle of rum to keep the sailing from putting you to sleep – you’ll find some fun in Skull & Bones, as the naval battles can get pretty intense. For those that enjoy grindy live...
A Highland Song
That experience effectively sums up my whole time with A Highland Song. Despite the often confusing world design and the anxiety-inducing timer, every other aspect of the game was strong enough that those complaints became mere blemishes on an otherwise fantastic experience. Elevated by tight controls, some excellent writing, and...
To be clear, it’s still an enjoyable game whenever focused on the immersive appeal that comes with being a Na’vi, but it’s hard not to acknowledge the areas where it suffers and fails to knock out what makes the world of Pandora tempting to travel beyond its untamed sights.
Thirsty Suitors
The game’s art is stylish and coherent, and the music, animation, and effects all support this. There’s plenty to do in Thirsty Suitors, as you can skate as different characters, including a cat and dog, and you can also unlock songs and outfits for Jala. The game took me 9...
World of Horror
The game will dish out a handful of different mysteries each run, but due to its roguelike structure, you’ll bump into the same monsters and events quite a few times. For me, this repetition never dulled their impact, it just meant that I got another chance finding a better solution...
Hellboy: Web of Wyrd
Hellboy Web of Wyrd has the look and feel of something really cool, but it’s let down by almost every other aspect of its execution. Even amazing voice talent from the late Lance Reddick as Hellboy and the legendary Steve Blum as Lucky don’t add anything noteworthy to the time...
All in all, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged does little to alter the winning formula of the first title. It’s still an exciting arcade racer with depth and great track designs, but this iteration feels like it’s coasting on its laurels rather than realizing its true potential. The game is...
Sonic Superstars
While Sonic Superstars doesn’t quite reach the highs of the Genesis games, CD, or Mania, not to mention the stronger 3D entries like Adventure or Frontiers, it’s a solid 2D chapter with a handful of great new ideas, and some rather forgettable ones. Charting the quality of the Sonic franchise...
Mineko's Night Market
Due to the tedium, I wouldn’t recommend the game to any category of folks. While the gameplay is basic enough for children and new players, it’s not engaging enough for either of them. Ultimately, it’s a slow burn that takes a long time to go nowhere interesting. For folks who...
Moonstone Island
Sadly, I experienced quite a few softlock bugs during combat, meaning I lost progress several times. The only holographic spirit I ever found was lost due to a softlock. That said, I don’t have a tonne of criticisms of the game. I wish there was more to the romances, but...
Mortal Kombat 1
Mortal Kombat 1 talks a big game about a fresh start but it’s a relatively safe entry in the now 6th iteration of Netherrealm’s modern fighting game formula, if you include Injustice 1 and 2. The nostalgia-soaked story campaign is a great deal of fun if you’re already in love...
Party Animals
I wholeheartedly recommend Party Animals for fans of chaotic party games. With its straightforward yet entertaining concept, quirky physics, diverse game modes, and cosmetic options, plus the unpredictable 10-to-15-minute brawls, it’s an absolute winner. It doesn’t matter your age or skill set, there’s a hell of a good time to...