Daniel Tack


143 games reviewed
83.2 average score
85 median score
74.8% of games recommended
May 10, 2019

Adheres to the tradition of Final Fantasy Tactics admirably, but repetitive encounters and lack of an interesting story drag the experience down

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Cobbling together the right assortment of cards, combat, and characters is fun. However, shortcomings in progression, story, and complexity create a sterile experience

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Feb 4, 2019

Nexus relies too heavily on the past, but it's ultimately a satisfying conclusion to the 3DS franchise of dungeon crawlers

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Mar 7, 2018

With a variety of game modes, H1Z1 offers a solid battle royale experience with lots of customization unlocks

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Sep 7, 2017

A solid if not earth-shattering turn-based take on the Monster Hunter world, tapping into aspects that make the Final Fantasy and Pokémon franchises enjoyable

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Apr 6, 2015

While not as strong as a core Odyssey title, this blending of games succeeds in being challenging, lighthearted, and entertaining.

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Jan 28, 2016

This is the definition of a real-time strategy game for real-time strategy game fans, and will satisfy those looking for a solid single-player RTS experience

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8 / 10.0 - Sunless Sea
Feb 10, 2015

It's a rich, story-driven game of moving from island to island like some sort of Lovecraftian Odysseus. It's engaging, but loads of screens to push through and lackluster combat detract from the experience

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Mar 3, 2015

Thanks to graphic and audio enhancements alongside a few quality of life changes, Homeworld is still an enjoyable experience

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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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8 / 10.0 - Dungeons 2
Apr 20, 2015

An effort that will please long-time Dungeon Keeper fans, with additional longevity provided by a variety of multiplayer modes

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Feb 17, 2015

If you've played a Total War game before, you know what to expect. Despite some new mechanics and ways to play, the core is cultivating your expansive holdings or charging headlong into battle.

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8 / 10.0 - This War of Mine
Dec 2, 2014

Effectively delivers a strong message about the depressing reality of war, eschewing classic soldier or commander glorification that permeates many games. An emotional, impactful journey, even if the gameplay elements are somewhat simple

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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 / 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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8.3 / 10.0 - Age of Empires IV
Oct 25, 2021

Age of Empires IV successfully captures some of the magic of earlier titles in the franchise with clean, crisp gameplay and varied playstyles.

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Jun 29, 2017

While the aesthetic and feel of the game is better than ever, some design choices and repetition lean heavy on the Crimson Court

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Mar 27, 2017

A nice addition to the current crop of digital card games and absolutely worth a try if you’re fan of the genre

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8.3 / 10.0 - Master of Orion
Aug 25, 2016

A polished renewal of the classic franchise that’s more suited for genre newcomers than for fans looking for a highly complex strategy game.

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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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