Too much grinding and a limited array of tactical options hold the game back
Even with occasionally questionable jumping sequences, this emotionally fraught journey is a potent statement on the nature of love, memory, and loss
Somehow simultaneously soothing and thrilling, this excellent arcade-style experience captures the joys of biking, nature, and competing against yourself
Not as expansive in initial scope as previous expansions, Shadowkeep's standout feature is instead the way it redefines the core loop and encourages week-to-week investment
An easy skip, even if you like mecha-infused action
Borderlands 3 is a love letter to its fans and a celebration of the style of play it first popularized. Filled with characters from previous installments, and unapologetic in its silly humor and bombastic action, it’s an amusing ride that seems hesitant to innovate.
Moments of beauty and distantly spaced moments of sublime discovery are separated by hours and hours of tedium and frustration
Void Bastards provides a clever twist on the gameplay model popularized by System Shock 2 and BioShock, now with a procedural element to aid in long-term engagement
Crazy motorbike obstacles will likely always be fun, but a grindy progression loop drags your cycle into the mud
With both arcade and story modes, there's a lot of old-school charm to enjoy, but be prepared for some old-school frustration as well