Benjamin Braun


189 games reviewed
80.9 average score
81 median score
66.1% of games recommended
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"Nintendo Switch Sports Resort" has ultimately turned out to be pretty much what one would expect: a suitably extensive and, above all, fun collection of minigames that makes comprehensive and mostly effective use of motion controls and also includes entertaining exploration modes.

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Oct 13, 2026

Not a new pinnacle of the genre, but a worthy comeback for Castlevania with fast combat, creative plattforming and a great world that motivates me to master each challenge and open every chest.

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Above all, the game world, with its Metroidvania-style design, is extremely well done and also boasts superb platforming and a highly entertaining, increasingly multifaceted combat system.

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8 / 10.0 - Valor Mortis
Oct 12, 2026

Valor Mortis proves, how good the soulsike principles can work in first person. Personally I had higher hopes for the story, mixing fantasy horror with the Napoleonic Wars.

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Oct 12, 2026

Those who enjoy a challenge will find it particularly rewarding, provided the high importance of timing for parries and dodges generally appeals to you.

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Sep 25, 2026

One one hand wish for more bravery to try something really new with the series, on the other hand I enjoy that Ace Combat 8 delivers exactly what fans can expect, just prettier and a bit more dynamic.

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Although "Ace Combat 8" introduces a few new features and revives functions from previous installments that were absent in its predecessor, Bandai Namco delivers exactly what players would expect in the single-player campaign – without any major modernization experiments in terms of gameplay mechanics.

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7.5 / 10.0 - Control Resonant
Sep 18, 2026

The story of Control - Resonant is not bad, but coming from Remedy it is disappointing and so the Control sequel lacks a key charme of their games. But I also enjoy fast paced, frantic combat and for that that alone this trip to New York was worth it.

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Sep 18, 2026

On its own merits, though, "Control Resonant" still offers a story that ranks among the better ones in the video game genre, an overall atmospheric open world, and, last but not least, a cool combat system if you're into sometimes frantically fast, spectacular action.

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"Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave" is another consistently high-quality entry in the series, skillfully blending narrative and gameplay elements from various predecessors with some entirely new ones.

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9.5 / 10.0 - Marvel's Wolverine
Sep 10, 2026

Wolverine outstrips any previouss game with the hero regarding graphics, cineastic production and narrative (altxxahrough more because of excellent characterizaton than the plot itself). But most of all playing Insomniac Games' action adventure is an absolute blast.

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Sep 10, 2026

As different as "Marvel's Wolverine" is compared to Insomniac's "Spider-Man" games, it meets them on equal footing – and that's really saying something!

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85% - Orbitals
Sep 1, 2026

"Orbitals" is another successful co-op adventure in the vein of Hazelight games like "Split Fiction." In terms of gameplay, and especially its appealing retro anime style, it's not a cheap imitation, but rather a game that retains its own unique character while meeting the quality standards of its predecessors.

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Aug 26, 2026

While Amicia and Hugo de Rune got closer to my heart than Sophia, gameplaywise I liked the prequel even more. The versatile sword fights got oomph and as adventure fan the creative puzzles are right up my alley.

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In our opinion, Asobo maintains the high standard set by its predecessors and even manages to slightly improve upon it technically. If you enjoyed the previous games and aren't put off by the drastically increased focus on direct action, you can confidently give it a try.

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Aug 17, 2026

Well adjusted scarcity, solid combat and limited saving opportunities create intense Survival Horror. The qualities of The Sinking City 2 may not be on par with Resident Evil Requiem, but those who wish for less emphasis on action and love the Cthulhu-infused 1920s setting may like this game more than what Capcom is offering.

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Aug 17, 2026

Compared to significantly higher-budget survival horror games like "Resident Evil Requiem" or the remake of "Dead Space," "The Sinking City 2" may not quite reach the heights of the genre's giants, at least technically and in terms of sheer perfection. However, the story, the game world design, and the blend of adventure, action, and horror elements make it a must-play for genre fans in terms of gameplay and atmosphere!

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Aug 4, 2026

The combat in Beast of Reicarnation ist spectacular and shows ever more facets over time. It's such a joy I can look past most of it's shortcomings.

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Aug 4, 2026

However, the game's core strength lies in its spectacular combat, which becomes increasingly multifaceted and impressive as the game progresses, thanks to numerous active and passive skills.

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Jul 21, 2026

Whether playing solo or with others in co-op mode, we had a blast with "Splatoon Raiders" thanks to the spectacular mass battles, diverse weapons, cool gadgets, and motivating crafting and other upgrade options.

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