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Trevor Gould

New England
Trev

Favorite Games:
  • Super Mario series

362 games reviewed
64.6 average score
70 median score
45.6% of games recommended

Trevor Gould's Reviews

Review Coordinator & Senior Editor at Pure Media. Especially enjoys building working relationships with smaller and independent developers and studios. PNM is your independent magazine for all things Nintendo.

Beyond Good & Evil is proving a timeless game, and $19.99 for this 20th Anniversry edition with extras and updates is "beyond" fair. In truth, the original was already great back in the day, though being beloved by critics didn't translate into high sales. So, I'm happy that this action-adventure is getting progressively more popular with the advancement of time, as it's an outstanding game not to be missed!

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Jun 16, 2024

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door lives up to the hype as a "page-turning adventure." It's also a long adventure, so be sure to pencil in the time, especially if you're a completionist. With memorable bosses, much to find, and plenty of extras, this game will keep Switch players busy.

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6 / 10.0 - Moonglow Bay
May 20, 2024

Moonglow Bay failed to hook me, but as the debut game from a small studio, it's a solid enough start overall for the subset of gamers who haven't yet had their fill of titles like this. I hope the team can tighten their focus and gameplay mechanics for their next release.

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8 / 10.0 - Berserk Boy
May 15, 2024

For fans of Mega Man, Sonic the Hedgehog, and a host of platforming classics, it's hard not to recommend Berserk Boy. The plot may not turn heads, but the fluid controls and presentation should. Will this game make you "Go Berserk?" Perhaps. Here's hoping for an 8-bit demake to follow.

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May 2, 2024

The latest, though not greatest from Digital Eclipse (due to some lapses in storytelling), Llamasoft The Jeff Minter Story, still offers a good experience. For a certain demographic of gamers, it could be a nostalgic-filled romp. Those with an appreciation for gaming history will be entertained, even if the shortage of content makes this package feel more like a volume 1.

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Mar 28, 2024

Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore parodies a pair of uncanonical Zelda games while ensuring its experience is more than a one-note joke. The realization of these efforts makes for a good game, but one whose appeal may be limited. Still, the attention to detail here demands respect. How about following up on this release by mocking CD-i's top-down take, Zelda's Adventure, next?

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Mar 26, 2024

UDO: Unidentified Drilling Object manages to have some success despite itself. While its numerous little issues accumulate into some unpolished real annoyances, it has that "one more time" element down, even with repetitiveness. I'm convinced there's enough good here that a sequel should jettison the roguelike confines. Udo deserves to be a proper platforming adventure where it can drill a more unique identity.

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Mar 24, 2024

"Ultimate" in terms of content and options but not in enjoyment, Ultimate Racing 2D 2 makes a poor first impression and fails to recover. If it looks interesting to you, I'd suggest its predecessor for half the price. This game has more to it, but it's a case where less would've been more. I hope the devs take a prolonged pitstop before the third entry.

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Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic is fun, but some significant issues (at least on Switch) make it fall slightly short of its predecessor. It might be better to grab this one on sale or when DLC arrives (hopefully with a performance patch). Creative types might not want to wait that long.

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Jan 16, 2024

While the number of games in this collection pales next to many other Switch compilations, shmup fans up for a challenge probably won't want to sleep on this one. Irem Collection Volume 1 offers some entertaining fun that will put your skills to the test. How about some love for Irem's In The Hunt next?

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Jan 11, 2024

I've genuinely attempted to click with Berzerk: Recharged (and the Recharged series overall). But, after many weeks, it's clear I never will. This game doesn't deliver what it promises, which is a "revival of an arcade classic."

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Dec 29, 2023

The Jackbox Party Pack 10 lacks the broad appeal of other party games, with too many of its games dependent on specific types of players. While it will probably find an audience during holiday vacations, kids on winter break, and so forth, fans who didn't grab this release at launch might consider waiting for the right sale. Meanwhile, new players should check out one of the earlier entries.

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9.5 / 10.0 - Super Mario RPG
Dec 8, 2023

Fans of the original are sure to enjoy this excellent, faithful update with quality additions and improvements. Yet, I'm even more excited for those who've never played this one. Beyond the notable balance and pacing successes, this game excels with characters, locales, and plot developments. With little to complain about and much to celebrate, Super Mario RPG is a delight, one of the most enjoyable games I've played on the Switch. Not to be missed.

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8.5 / 10.0 - WarioWare: Move It!
Nov 30, 2023

While WarioWare Gold on 3DS remains my favorite for solo play, when it comes to multiplayer parties, it's hard to overlook Move It! It'll keep you returning to it as you discover all the microgames, experiment with every mode, and shoot for hi-scores. Expect lots of smiles and laughter with the time-proven format. Fans will want this entry in their libraries to enjoy the hysterical hijinks.

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6 / 10.0 - Colored Effects
Nov 23, 2023

The initial fun may soon give way to want; want of less linear design, more balanced difficulty, and (ironically enough) more color, to name just a few things. Colored Effects is fair enough for its budget price. But I'm curious what the developer can do with future releases that'll hopefully be more fun and polished.

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6.5 / 10.0 - Alphadia I & II
Nov 20, 2023

While the Alphadia series is among the best of the KEMCO-published games I've played, there's little doubt they are showing their age. And the minor updates in this package don't do enough to elevate this beyond your wishlist for a future sale.

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Crowns and Pawns is a high-quality game that impresses in many ways by embracing the best of classic point-and-click design. There is even replay value, as different decisions lead to different puzzles-something noteworthy, indeed. Interesting reading and easter eggs to other genre classics are the icing on the memorable cake. Don't let some user interface issues detract, as this is an adventure worth seeing through to the end.

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Oct 13, 2023

Despite a few bugs and oversights, The Making of Karateka has become one of my favorite releases in 2023 and should be considered unmissable. Playing this interactive documentary, packed with history and fun remastered works, can't help but make one wonder what Digital Eclipse plans next. How about a deep dive into Mechner's later work, The Last Express?

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6 / 10.0 - Xtreme Sports
Oct 11, 2023

Whatever the season, Xtreme Sports can offer a bit of fun in the virtual sun. But, you'll likely play for just a few minutes here and there, spread out over time. The small number of events leads to a repetition, making it struggle to maintain interest. The extras in this Switch port barely register, too.

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6 / 10.0 - Pinball FX
Sep 25, 2023

The ball is still in play in Pinball FX, and we hope it doesn't wind up in the drain early. While fun, it's a clear step back from FX3 visually on the Switch, and in terms of content. New players should still have a blast, but for existing fans, Zen Studios has let us down.

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