A skillfully crafted example of bygone horror games that still holds up today
Not as rewarding as the preceding chapter, but still worth playing for fans
Managing multiple systems can make you feel like a Starfleet Captain, but otherwise the doldrums of long-distance travel are conveyed too accurately
The introductory hours captivate with an authentically chilling vibe, but that entertainment eventually gives way to grating repetition
Playing cat-and-mouse with monsters feels formulaic at this point, but Soma's engrossing subsea environment and intriguing narrative keep the entire experience afloat
Eavesdropping on the echoes of the village's former residents is worthwhile, but the overarching mystery leaves a pretentious aftertaste
One of the best examples of an aging formula done right by modern standards. The engaging characters, challenging puzzles, and entertaining story arcs make it easy to recommend
Finding your flow in the music feels incredible – until you're crushed by some procedurally generated monstrosity for the umpteenth time
You need an abundance of patience and a tinge of masochistic tendencies to enjoy it, but Titan Souls is a refreshing return to the brutal boss battles of yesteryear
The new enemy arrangements don't trump the original Dark Souls II, but it's still a great jumping-on point