Michael Chow


Favorite Games:

100 games reviewed
75.7 average score
78 median score
48.0% of games recommended
Mar 26, 2021

On the Nintendo Switch, R.B.I. Baseball 21 strikes out, but swinging at least. There were some moves in the right direction for the franchise, rosters appear to update frequently, and the pitching was still pretty fun. However, a lack of polish, depth, and much more than competitors are providing leave R.B.I. Baseball 21 quite a ways behind. Despite the game having its issues, it could serve as a “pass the time” experience on the couch when the TV is being utilized.

Read full review

47 / 100 - Tasomachi
Apr 26, 2021

Overall, Tasomachi: Behind the Twilight is a bit of a letdown. I suppose some of that conclusion can be traced back to my own anticipation and misunderstanding of what the game was, but the fact is that objectively, Tasomachi is a simplistic collect-a-thon without a clear motivator to drive the player forward. While the game has a strong base, more could have been done to make it feel more like a game and less of a demo. While the sum of its parts leaves some to be desired, various aspects of Tasomachi: Behind the Twilight show what the developers at Orbital Express are capable of, and that is something I’ll be looking forward to.

Read full review

Jun 8, 2017

Overall, this remaster is a decent title, though unfortunately is not a remaster that was wanted or memorable

Read full review

Aug 9, 2016

Though the combat portions of the game are too easy, the combat system itself is enjoyable, if a bit simple.

Read full review

56 / 100 - Shiny
Mar 16, 2018

Shiny is an average platforming title that despite its various issues, can result in a fair bit of fun.

Read full review

60 / 100 - In Nightmare
Apr 14, 2022

Overall, In Nightmare hits the mark. It fits its self-defined genre, and was an otherwise decent game. Its overabundance of mechanics and reliance on standard horror game features hold the title back from being more unique than it could be. Though In Nightmare should not supplant any of your favorite horror titles, the game’s narrative and attempt to differentiate itself through its visuals might just be enough to garner a curious horror game fan’s attention.

Read full review

May 8, 2017

The Caligula Effect has a turn-based battle system that is refreshingly fun.

Read full review

Dec 30, 2016

Although it does feature more than one ending, don’t expect the other one to be much more telling.

Read full review

Mar 13, 2017

Additionally, the game lacks innovation and feels pretty much the same as any other Bomberman you may have previously played.

Read full review

Feb 17, 2018

Despite its shortcomings in the real-time combat portion of the game, Starpoint Gemini Warlords remains a massive, robust space strategy game. However, due to a combination of unstable performance, an unintuitive camera system, and an overall rough combat system, I can only imagine what could have been.

Read full review

63 / 100 - Lost Sea
Jul 3, 2016

Lost Sea is a game that plays well, but rather than attempting to be a roguelike game, it should have focused on a strictly action/adventure style.

Read full review

64 / 100 - Troublemaker
Apr 25, 2023

Overall, Troublemaker is a charming, yet somewhat flawed beat-’em-up title. While the atmosphere, presentation, setting, and ideas were executed well, there were some glaring issues that affected the overall package. Despite these issues, gamers even remotely interested in a beat-’em-up title set in an Indonesian High School should take a closer look at the game. Troublemaker is a great example of the unique perspective and style that a small development team can bring to a game. I would recommend Troublemaker to anyone looking for a fun and unique beat-’em-up experience with a distinctly Indonesian twist.

Read full review

Aug 22, 2022

Overall, its gameplay will keep players coming back for as long as they can stand it.

Read full review

65 / 100 - Weedcraft Inc
Apr 18, 2019

Weedcraft Inc, beneath its subject matter, is a decent tycoon-styled management simulator. Despite that, the game was not particularly fun besides the usual attempt to min-max your business as best as possible.

Read full review

Overall, Little Witch Academia: Chamber of Time is both a fun experience for fans of the series as well as a good introduction for others. While the gameplay is a bit repetitive, it is still enjoyable, and both the visuals and audio make it a joy to experience.

Read full review

65 / 100 - Spelunker Party!
Oct 30, 2017

Spelunker Party! hearkens back to the old days of platformers, featuring simple yet challenging gameplay

Read full review

Oct 26, 2016

Playing as a planet might seem uninteresting or bland but having control over four elemental giants makes the experience quite enjoyable.

Read full review

65 / 100 - Xenoraid
Nov 11, 2016

Xenoraid brings some interesting ideas to the vertical shmup genre. Unfortunately, the changes take away from what really defines the genre, leaving it in a sort of limbo between genres.

Read full review

Die-hard Pokemon fans won’t have too hard of a time deciding whether to purchase this game, but for everyone else, there is currently a demo on the eShop in which progress carries over.

Read full review

Nov 1, 2022

Overall, Batora: Lost Haven is a fun game, albeit with a few shortcomings.

Read full review