The OuterHaven
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The Outerhaven's review of Nioh 3, is easily the best game in the series thanks to Koei Tecmo refining just about everything in it from prior games.
The Outerhaven reviews the arcade battle racing roguelite Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, the sixth installment in the Carmageddon series, to see if the gameplay still holds up. I mean, who doesn't like blowing up cars in a dystopian world.
My relationship with Dragon Quest VII is a weird one. I love the Dragon Quest series, but I disliked Dragon Quest VII. It was the game that required the most grinding to progress, and it had so much going on all the time that you would forget things constantly. I…
Code Vein II builds on the original with flashy combat, deep character customization, and an ambitious open world filled with gothic style and emotional storytelling. New systems, expanded build variety, and a striking time-bending narrative give the sequel a bold identity, while its stylish cast and dramatic presentation remain series...
Do you think you've got the sharp eyes to spot the difference between someone with a basic cold and someone who is about to turn into a blood thirsty zombie? Then, do we have the game for you! Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is a VR-style... medical simulator? Zombie detection…
For the past three months, not a day has gone by that I don't think about Arknights: Endfield. I went to the Beta Test II event. I also got into the Beta Test II when it was being tested, and have essentially been playing it at least daily since I…
Memories in Orbit blends gorgeous hand-drawn visuals, a haunting sci-fi mystery, and satisfying Metroidvania exploration into one of the most memorable indie experiences this year. You play as Mio, a small robot exploring a dying ark filled with broken machines, hidden upgrades, and intense boss fights. Combat progression is handled...
Cassette Boy is a puzzle adventure RPG that blends clever environmental challenges with character-driven exploration, and while not every part of that mix lands perfectly, the pieces that do are genuinely memorable. Developed solo by Wonderland Kazakiri, the game leans heavily into atmosphere and inventive design, delivering moments that feel…
While I was playing Dynasty Warriors: Origins, there were changes to the personalities of certain characters that made them infinitely more interesting to me. The biggest change was Zhang Jiao and the route of the Yellow Turbans. After finishing the first chapter, I really wished there was a path to…
Last year was a major coming out party for indies of all sizes and genre types. It was honestly an overabundance of riches, where it felt like at any time in a month you could point to something that was a standout title. Metroidvanias, 2D and 3D RPGs, action titles,…
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon is the third game in the story of Van Arkride from the Calvard Republic.
As we start 2026, I wanted to address some unfinished business from 2025, my review of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II from Warhorse Studios. Those who know what happened to me in 2025 know that I was playing Kingdom Come: Deliverance II for review when my PC decided to die. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to return…
