Ruaraidh Dempster
By end-game each one of your characters will have around 20 abilities, all with their own uses, and you will have developed a playstyle that fits the classes in your party
Barring the occasional frustration, D-Pad Studio have created a wonderful and satisfying tale filled with superb characters and marvellous presentation.
With how rare supplies are and how easy it is to die… even the simple act of opening a door becomes a terrifying experience
It is a shame that every level is so well done and all required so much work, in terms of visual and audio presentation, that it means there are so few levels overall
It may not be wholly original, but Hollow Knight is without a doubt one of the best metroidvania games out there.
Stories Untold places a hidden story within a hidden story; a puzzle that only reveals itself once you piece together its outer layers – and it's one of the most fascinating and unique tales you can play this year.
The final two games step forward and show their well-polished improvements with graphics that laugh in the face of many 2015 releases