Chinh Tran's Reviews
It's very apparent that Lost Ember is a labour of love; one that forgoes any sort of depth and complexity in gameplay for the sake of beautiful presentation and an interesting story.
Although not without some drawbacks, The Outer Worlds is one of Obsidian's better efforts.
Remnant: From the Ashes is Gunfire Games’ best effort so far and punches high above its weight class.
A worthwhile albeit short experience.
GORN is an easy recommendation for those who value fun gameplay and the ability to kill enemies in creative ways above everything else.
The drawbacks don't distract too much from an otherwise satisfying cooperative side-scrolling action RPG mashup.
Shadows: Awakening is sure to offer ARPG fans something meaty to chew on between Diablo III seasons and Path of Exile leagues.
There really aren't many other shooters out there that offer this sort of blend of comedy, speed, chaos, and gun customization.
On the one hand, Multiverse has created a beautiful world that is quite easy to get lost in. On the other hand, the multitude of gameplay mechanics rarely add up to something enjoyable.
ELEX does little to break new ground in the RPG genre. Fortunately, the core aspects that make a solid RPG are done expertly by Piranha Bytes and this results in a world that is worth exploring.
Runic Games is to be lauded for taking a bold chance when the company could have simply revisited familiar grounds with another Torchlight.
Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite will not vault Capcom back to the top of the fighting game mountain, but what's there proves the company still know how to compete in an increasingly crowded genre and is generally a step in the right direction.
Overall, though, Absolver’s core systems are very strong and I am eagerly looking forward to revisiting the Adal Empire when Sloclap drops new content.
Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles has a lot to offer but key strengths are hampered by several shortcomings and seasoned gamers may find the experience too simplistic and repetitive. However, if you're looking for a relaxing game with little pressure and one you can easily get lost in, Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles is a strong candidate.
Fans who yearn for a strong, classic Castlevania experience will do well to consider Slain: Back from Hell.
Although Oneoreight Studios has put together a competent game with promising ideas, the potential is never fully realized.
Although elements of the game can become repetitive or frustrating, Black Desert Online does provide a staggering amount of content and is well worth considering if you're looking to try out a new MMORPG.
An ode to the Souls series as well as an excellent Metroidvania game in its own right.
Even though it is short and repetitive, The Town of Light's powerful, mature story along with its strong presentation makes it a worthwhile experience.
Playing Tribute Games' Ninja Senki DX is very much like reliving the past of videogames and revelling in its joy and simplicity.