Brian Shea


137 games reviewed
79.1 average score
80 median score
59.9% of games recommended
7.8 / 10.0 - We Happy Few
Aug 9, 2018

We Happy Few delivers an intoxicating experience, rife with dark mysteries to unravel and exciting missions to complete, but some annoying mechanics and scarce resources keep it from reaching greatness

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Jul 9, 2018

Fans of Splatoon's single-player content should look no further than the exceptional Octo Expansion

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8 / 10.0 - Unravel Two
Jun 22, 2018

By adding a second Yarny, Unravel Two ups the fun and adds much-needed variety to the experience

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6 / 10.0 - Pokémon Quest
Jun 19, 2018

With passive gameplay and constant random elements, Pokémon Quest is entirely forgettable

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7.3 / 10.0 - The Swords of Ditto
May 10, 2018

The Swords of Ditto's repetitive nature grinds after a few playthroughs, but it's a journey worth taking at least a few times

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Apr 27, 2018

Super Daryl Deluxe is a fun, humorous ride that goes all-in on its strange vision. Unfortunately, nondescript quests, unclear objectives, and uneven balance prevent it from becoming anything more

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8.8 / 10.0 - EA Sports UFC 3
Jan 30, 2018

With an exceptional career mode and improved gameplay on top of its predecessor's already-strong offerings, UFC 3 is the best MMA game ever released

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Jan 18, 2018

Whether you're scouring the overworld for secrets or delving into the dungeons, Blossom Tales is a delightful take on a beloved genre

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6 / 10.0 - Floor Kids
Jan 10, 2018

Simplistic controls and formulaic song layouts lead to repetitive gameplay, but Floor Kids still delivers unique fun in the rhythm/music space

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Jan 9, 2018

Though your choices don't matter much in the end, and longtime Telltale players will note the trademark style getting staler, Minecraft's second season still tells an enjoyable, albeit meandering, tale

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With improved pacing, Below the Bedrock helps the season bounce back, but the episode feels more like a detour from the season's high stakes than a way to raise tensions heading into the finale

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6.5 / 10.0 - Sonic Forces
Nov 8, 2017

Despite its silly story and inconsistent gameplay, Sonic Forces is a fun adventure and a step in the right direction for 3D Sonic titles

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Nov 1, 2017

Bland levels, basic platforming, and tedious boss battles render Bubsy's return unnecessary and unfortunate

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8 / 10.0 - Hob
Oct 2, 2017

Hob delivers meaningful, wondrous exploration in an alluring and enigmatic world, but the combat and technical issues hold it back

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With forgettable sequences through most of the episode, Jailhouse Block is the weakest episode of the season

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With steadier pacing and fun narrative twists, Giant Consequences improves over the first episode in many ways

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8.5 / 10.0 - Sonic Mania
Aug 14, 2017

Sonic Mania succeeds in paying homage to the classic '90s entries that so many fans remember fondly, and in the process delivers the best Sonic game in decades

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7.8 / 10.0 - Sundered
Aug 2, 2017

Exploring new areas, fighting off hordes of increasingly menacing enemies, and seemingly insurmountable challenges help Sundered stay compelling through the finish, but technical issues keep the experience from greatness

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8.3 / 10.0 - Splatoon 2
Jul 18, 2017

Splatoon 2 offers a strong stable of content demonstrating familiar fun that newcomers and old fans should check out

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Though the episode falls flat in a few areas and drags in the middle, some of the story beats have me interested in knowing where it goes next

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