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
Finding your flow in the music feels incredible – until you're crushed by some procedurally generated monstrosity for the umpteenth time
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
Even if you are madly in love with the music of Final Fantasy, this has so many deep cuts that you may find yourself putting it down slightly more than the original
While sparse in terms of legitimate scares, the unnerving story and chilling vibe make it worthwhile
Only masochists and diehard fans of the Nerd's Internet series need apply
Managing multiple systems can make you feel like a Starfleet Captain, but otherwise the doldrums of long-distance travel are conveyed too accurately
Not as rewarding as the preceding chapter, but still worth playing for fans
Eavesdropping on the echoes of the village's former residents is worthwhile, but the overarching mystery leaves a pretentious aftertaste
A solid retro-minded throwback that packs some funny dialogue but ultimately fails in its backtracking-heavy quest structure