In the years since Days Gone was first released back in 2019, many zombie games have come and gone. Last of Us Part 2, multiple Resident Evil remakes, and the entire Dead Island and Dying Light Franchise — to name a few. Days Gone might be inevitably compared to those games, but its vibe and aesthetic carry it through, even if some parts of it come off as cheesy or even dated. It’s a solid zombie biker trek through the wilderness and does enough differently so that it deserves better than to be relegated to a Last of Us with a motorcycle.
Clair Obsur: Expedition 33 is a marvel of a video game. A game-changing, genre-bending masterpiece. It serves as a testament to the passion of what can be accomplished by a talented team, rivaling the efforts of giant monolith publishers that have three times the budget and resources. It converted me into seeking out other turn-based experiences, but this excellent game may have spoiled me.
Atomfall, at first glance, might be regarded as a Fallout clone, but the truth is it has a clear identity that makes it stand out from the pack of imitators. Its green and lush surroundings give it a unique flair, even if its story is still a bit by the numbers.