James Swinbanks's Reviews
It is an entirely functional video game that (in most respects) looks, feels and plays like Payday 2, and given the right circumstances, can also be a bit of fun. But given how readily available it is on other platforms and the concessions made with this version, it doesn't highlight Payday 2's unique brand of shooting and looting the way other platforms have for years.
Flatout 4 brings the franchise into the modern day and gets away from the line with a dash, but nonsensical progression and frustrating AI quickly kills its drive.
This 2D action-platformer is a gorgeous but frustrating test of patience.
Bugs and a rough story weaken what is, at its core, a great survival game.
Planet Zoo is a detailed management sim that's both rewarding and educational, and the cute animals certainly don't hurt.
The Blue Blur is back in this fast and fun kart-inspired arcade racer, with a few twists for good measure.
An enjoyable management sim 65 million years in the making.
This compact action-RPG will charm you for days on end.
A new open world breathes life into this ancient franchise.
While it doesn't quite score a century, Ashes Cricket still puts in a decent knock.
WRC 7 faithfully recreates the challenges of rallying--bumps and all.
Gundam Versus is dedicated to the Gundam universe, and the treatment of the source material is easy to appreciate, even for someone unfamiliar with the series. That said, some loose mechanics, the paltry localization, and multiplayer's inability to deal with less-than-perfect network connections aren't easy to ignore.
Lose yourself amongst the stars in this excellent space combat and trading sim with a dry, southern drawl.
Steel meets flesh in this violent but refined take on large-scale medieval combat.
Earth Defense Force 5 is brash and outlandish, making for an absurdly fun action shooter.
Two Point Hospital offers more than just nostalgia for classic management sims.
A surprising and satisfying action RPG with giant saggy butts.
With its challenging puzzles and dark, intriguing narrative, Hacknet will upload itself to your must play list
Frozen Synapse 2 is a stylish, tense, and tactical game of chess. With guns.
GT Sport's refined multiplayer racing makes up for a relatively small selection of cars and tracks.