LJ Lowery's Reviews
Fall Guys is a great time whether you are playing alone or with friends and family, though it can feel repetitive after you've seen all that it has to offer.
Maneater is neither a shallow, nor very deep experience, but provides some good fun that players can take a weekend to chew on.
Disintegration is a fresh concept that feels as though it was lost in time since the days of the OG Xbox but fails to stand out, especially with its multiplayer mode that simply isn't worth your time.
Granblue Fantasy Versus is some of the most fun I've had with a fighting game in a long time, and one I'd recommend players with varying skill levels.
Bleeding Edge puts its own spin on the competitive multiplayer formula, but fails to stand out even with its fun action-packed gameplay.
Though it falls just short of reaching its full potential, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is the best way to return to the beloved franchise on modern platforms.
Orangeblood could have been something unique while calling back to the days of retro JRPGs, but its derogatory dialogue holds it back from being an experience worthwhile.
Family Tree is a fun hidden indie gem with a wholesome attitude that can be enjoyed by the entire household.
There is a good game somewhere in Contra: Rogue Corps, but it quickly falls apart before it even gets a shot at being an enjoyable experience.
Pheonix Point brings us everything we love about the X-COM series, but isn't unique enough to step out of the franchise's shadow.
Even with the technical issues that can cause a disturbance in the force, Jedi: Fallen Order is one of the best licensed Star Wars games out there and one of the best third-person action games of the year.
Walking the line between a visual novel and classic adventure game, Tokyo Dark: Remembrance succeeds in telling its story while having players question their decisions.
Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey is one of the most fascinating video games of the year, but it's objective to be so open-ended hinders itself with a complicated control scheme and steep learning curve.
The way that Bithell Games has had us step into the shoes of the Baba Yaga is a much more unique approach than we could've asked for, but there is plenty of room for improvement.
NASCAR Heat 4 brings a much-needed rise in temperature to the series with an improved presentation and deeper gameplay experience, but the new career mode options could use a slight tune-up at the next pit stop.
Rebel Galaxy stands out in the space sim genre as a game that can be as easy or tough as you choose to make, and has a well thought-out world that is worth exploring.
Crystal Crisis is a fun spiritual successor to Puzzle Fighter that is simple enough for all ages to pick up, but it falls a little short compared to its crossover predecessor.
The Final Battle edition of Attack on Titan 2 brings hours of content that fans will sink their blades into, whether they are learning how to slay Titans for the first time or coming back for more.
Samurai Shodown's gameplay is a welcome return, but it lacks a unique presentation that keeps it from standing out amongst the greats of the genre.
Though some enjoyment can get lost in the chaos of battle, it is easily one of the most immersive experiences of the year when players take the time to get familiar with the combat mechanics.