Daniel Tack


143 games reviewed
83.2 average score
85 median score
74.8% of games recommended
Dec 16, 2013

While the base game can get a little repetitive at times, there's every reason to expect that World of Warplanes will see the same ongoing upgrades that Wargaming brings to World of Tanks, with new aircraft, battlegrounds, and game modes.

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8.5 / 10.0 - The Banner Saga
Jan 14, 2014

Fans of tactical RPGs can find a lot to enjoy here

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Jan 23, 2014

Fans of the series looking for a true successor to the earlier groundbreaking titles will find a pleasing trek down memory lane. Newcomers will find delving into the title much easier than any other recent attempt at recreating the core PC RPG experience

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Jan 29, 2014

This is definitely a niche title, but those looking for something well off the beaten path won't be disappointed

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8 / 10.0 - Banished
Feb 17, 2014

If you're into city building games, this is one to check out.

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Mar 12, 2014

Addictive and entertaining for free-to-play players, competitors, and collectors, the game brings the often-daunting digital card game genre into the spotlight

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9 / 10.0 - SMITE
Mar 25, 2014

A wide variety of modes (distinctly different from other MOBAs) and a healthy roster of interesting characters make Smite a great option for players of all skill levels

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Mar 26, 2014

Sweeping changes to a game that was in dire need of resuscitation do not disappoint. Dynamic game modes keep players coming back for more

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9.8 / 10.0 - Dark Souls II
Apr 24, 2014

An epic adventure from start to finish packed with wondrous environments, imaginative and terrifying foes, and the continual adrenaline-apprehension rush of passing through each fog gate. These aspects make this title a must-play.

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8 / 10.0 - Bound by Flame
May 8, 2014

Fun combat, customization, and decision making overpower the cliché plot and monotonous enemy lineup

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8.5 / 10.0 - Tropico 5
May 22, 2014

With disasters, elections, and new tasks to complete at every turn, Tropico 5 provides a structured and entertaining city building experience

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Jul 8, 2014

Plan to lose hours of your life thanks to great character customization, stellar combat, random loot, puzzles, bosses, and mysteries.

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Deck customization has been something players have been asking for with this series, and it's a wonderful inclusion here, with the card pool borrowing from some of Magic's recent sets.

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If you enjoyed Dark Souls II, it's hard to pass this addition up.

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Aug 12, 2014

With three different core paths to take and tons of optional adventures, there's a ton of content to consume. However, the combat feels like it could use some work and the lengthy, sometimes absurd diatribes that NPCs launch into can bog the adventure down

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Aug 25, 2014

With 30 new cards and a variety of thematic encounters, Naxxrama is an excellent addition to the core game

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Aug 26, 2014

A fun romp with an interesting crafting system that encourages all kinds of spell combining action, marred only by some repetitive encounters and minor inherent gameplay flaws

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8.8 / 10.0 - Wasteland 2
Sep 19, 2014

The incredibly dark but somehow still humorous trek through the wastelands delivers, with an excellent combat system, interesting challenges, and compelling puzzles

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7 / 10.0 - Gauntlet
Sep 29, 2014

A retro-restoration that's fun with friends for a while, but the repetitive levels and a lack of any relevant progression set the stage for a mundane mix.

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There's a ton to explore here within an inviting strategy shell, enticing those who have never delved into the 4X space and demanding the attention of genre fans

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