Ben Schuster's Reviews
Visuals and minor changes aside, Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection brings back classic retro gameplay that feels just as if it could have been released 20 – 30 years ago. Though this may not appeal to some, it’s a game that is fuelled by nostalgia and will certainly please existing fans of the series. In introducing difficulty levels that can be changed on the fly, Resurrection makes the series more approachable for those who aren’t skilled at platformers or become easily frustrated by failure.
If you’re a die-hard Persona fan and love the series for its characters and story, then Strikers is a rewarding return to the world of the Phantom Thieves. You won’t be turned off by the combat either, as it manages to incorporate aspects of turn-based combat to create an almost hybrid style of battle. My only gripe is the lack of Social Links/Major Arcana, instead being replaced by a dumbed-down “bonds” system that does not feel anywhere near as engaging or rewarding.
It’s quite a lengthy campaign for a shmup game and felt like good value for the time that I committed. The vast options for weaponry along with a clever level-up system and adaptable difficulty make it one of the best modern shmups I’ve encountered. If you’re a fan of the genre you’d be a fool to go past Natsuki Chronicles.
So is it just an Undertale rip-off? No. Although it takes many elements from Undertale in terms of its character design, aesthetic, and even small details like the font and character voices, there is enough to set Everhood apart as its own unique experience.
A pilgrimage back to an iconic modern beat 'em up. Scott Pilgrim is back with the Complete Edition - but after 10 years since the original, is it worth revisiting?
After playing Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy on PlayStation 5, I’m intrigued by the rest of the series and will certainly be playing some of the earlier titles for more alchemical action. And if you’re like me and have never played an Atelier game before, don’t hesitate to try out Ryza 2, even with it being a direct sequel.
With a combination of beautiful visuals, enthralling story, lovable characters and a superb soundtrack, Bravely Default is the 3DS’s killer JRPG. If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of Bravely Default II on the Nintendo Switch, it’s not too late to go back an experience the original!
If I could compare Super Meat Boy Forever to a cut of meat, I’d say it’s a rump steak: satisfying, filling, and somewhat flavoursome. There are many better cuts of meat available (Bit.Trip Runner 2 being an A5 Kobe beef sirloin steak), but at least a rump steak is cheap and still tasty.