Gavin Herman


43 games reviewed
69.9 average score
75 median score
48.8% of games recommended
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Apr 22, 2017

Voodoo Vince, while flawed, is a perfect defense for bringing obscure titles back from the dead.

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If you were fond of The Final Station, you'll probably enjoy The Only Traitor the same way. It's melancholic like the original game but more desperate, dangerous, and with some much-needed improvements. However, don't expect this to blow your socks off. If you weren't already on the hype train with this game, this won't change your mind. I still enjoyed it, but I won't play it more than twice.

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May 15, 2017

If Empathy is patched to allow manual saves and I didn't have to start over thanks to an awful glitch, I still wouldn't recommend it. It's too forgettable. Not even the most ardent walking sim supporters would be able to enjoy it.

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May 22, 2017

This isn't just a game made with love, it's a refined game of love. I don't always look on the bright side of games, but it's been awhile since a game made me this happy. It's not perfect, but there's a lot to enjoy. Thanks to the mix of Strategy, Town Building, and CYOA elements, you won't need to worry about the game losing steam. I will definitely play more of this after I write this review.

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7 / 10 - Runic Rampage
May 26, 2017

Runic Rampage is gaming junk food. It's cheap, you've had it before, and you consume more than you wanted to. I still had fun, and it's pretty good if you want some mindless action for a value price. However, it can feel very same-y near the end and the procedural generation doesn't feel necessary.

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Jun 2, 2017

Portal Knights is a pleasant surprise. It's not often a game makes me feel bouncy, and I definitely see myself playing this more in the future.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Yakuza Kiwami
Feb 11, 2019

Having a lovely time at the hostess club with Majima crossdressing, fishnets and all, before he started a fight.

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5 / 10.0 - Fimbul
Feb 28, 2019

Even though there's heart and care put into the game's style and use of myth, the same isn't true for the rest of it. It runs fine and the combat is functional, but it won't leave a huge impression. If you're fond of Norse Mythology and don't have much time to spare, Fimbul might be up your alley. A single playthrough is enjoyable enough, but filling up the story thread and replaying the same battles repeatedly isn't worth the effort.

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8.5 / 10.0 - The Occupation
Mar 4, 2019

There's a lot to love with The Occupation. It's got humanity, tension, and plenty of little touches that make finding that extra bit of information exciting without the usual violence you've come to expect from stealth games. However, its focus on no manual saving and real-time gameplay will be a dealbreaker. It's not for everyone, but anyone craving consequence and narrative in their stealth game will find a challenge worth facing.

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Can the Phoenix be resurrected?

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9 / 10.0 - Yakuza Kiwami 2
May 2, 2019

YOU CAN FIGHT TIGERS IN THIS GAME?!

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Aug 5, 2019

It can be an alright introduction to the genre for people who haven’t experienced old school adventure games and don’t want to use walkthroughs. Anyone else will find a title that’s pretty, fluid, and underwhelming.

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5.5 / 10.0 - Darq
Aug 15, 2019

While there are moments where the spookiness clicks, like its hectic climax, the rest is forgettable. It will give a fright once in a while, but that shock quickly disappears.

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8 / 10.0 - Moonrise Fall
Aug 26, 2019

This isn’t a game for everyone, but anyone who loves these sort of exploration games should give it a try.

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8 / 10.0 - GreedFall
Sep 9, 2019

Greedfall, even with its flaws, is a game that’s very easy to sink time into without regret.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Nobodies
Sep 30, 2019

Nobodies is one of those little games that won't blow your mind, but is an enjoyable romp nevertheless. There's some neat puzzles thanks to its twist on adventure game logic alongside some devious black comedy. If you can forgive some tedious puzzles at times and some glitching, this is worth your time. Just don't be surprised if you get stumped.

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Thanks to its tough-but-fair challenge, Playtonic has made a very rewarding game.

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Jan 27, 2020

Last Time on Dragon Ball Z... Kakarot

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Feb 13, 2020

We're currently in the killin' Nazi zombie business, and business is booming

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4.5 / 10.0 - Overpass
Feb 26, 2020

The motor screaming out, stuck in second gear

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