Hashem Habibian's Reviews
It Takes Two can be considered one of the best games in the history of Co-Op genre, one that takes it above and beyond video games, animations and even Hollywood movies in terms of emotional relationships.
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At its heart, Mina the Hollower is a message about the health of video games. More importantly, it demonstrates that the most effective manner of storytelling is not necessarily via long cutscenes or cinematic spectacle, but within gameplay itself, through the player’s actions, discoveries, struggles and triumphs. Mina the Hollower trusts the medium, and in doing so, it proves everything that makes video games unique.
In conclusion, Astro Bot, as a platformer game, has managed to become a serious contender for the Game of the Year title by drawing the right inspirations from major titles in this genre, adding a unique narrative design to revisit the history of video games, and implementing unique technical graphics.
Hades is one of the must play games of this year; one that will introduce new standards to the roguelike genre.
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In conclusion, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is so vast that each of its creative aspects deserves a separate article, and I couldn’t cover all of them in this review. A title belonging to the future that is available to us now. It’s one of the most entertaining and creative games released in 2024.
In terms of production value and the amount of content provided, it seems like Shadow of the Erdtree should’ve been the sequel to Elden Ring instead of an expansion for it. So, I think it’s safe to say that it has been able to meet the demands of a spoiled fanbase. It’s not only one of the best DLCs ever, but also one of the best video game releases of the past few years.
Overall, Indiana Jones pays homage to a legendary name, offers a delightful gift to adventure and tomb-raiding enthusiasts, and is a polished first-party title for Microsoft. With its upcoming release on PS5 in the next few months, it presents a great opportunity for a successful investment.
Inmost may seem like an ordinary 15 dollars indie game that you can kill in a few hours, but it is actually a unique tale full of secrets that will make you play it over and over again to fully discover its creepy world.
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While everyone is waiting for technically advanced 9th generation games, Little Nightmares 2 steals the show with its beautiful art design, jaw-dropping story and unique gameplay and atmosphere.
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You’ve probably seen those small, quiet restaurants before; places that are out of the way and not too fancy or expensive. They don’t seem very interesting at first glance. But the taste of what they serve stays with you long after, and you can’t get it back. Some video games make you feel the same way. You don’t expect much from them when you first step inside; maybe something routine or even boring. But if you give it some time, like that meal you’ll never forget, their true charm will start to show. In this review, we’ll look more closely at how Crimson Desert puts a new spin on what modern Zelda-inspired games can be
Arise: A simple Story is a wonderful and colorful journey that shows us that video games can be more than plain entertainment, and they can actually give us some lessons for life.
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Thanks to faster loading times, more stable frame rate and better visuals, now could be a great time to play this Yakuza spin off.
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In the end, Silksong is undeniably a good game; One that grew out of what was originally envisioned as a DLC and has now been released as a full-fledged sequel. Yet, the numerous gameplay flaws, both large and small, hold it back from reaching the status of a near-perfect masterpiece like its predecessor.
There’s no doubt that this entry refines and improves upon the foundation laid by Ghost of Tsushima, delivering a smoother, more dynamic, and overall richer experience. But despite its mechanical evolution and artistic brilliance, Ghost of Yotei never quite crosses the threshold into masterpiece territory. It remains, at its best, a very good game. Beautiful, ambitious, and deeply enjoyable, but not the genre-defining triumph it clearly aspires to be.
With Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Lizardcube has proven that its success with Streets of Rage 4 was no fluke and that it was the perfect studio to revive one of Sega’s most iconic franchises. Their strong work here gives me hope that we might one day see a full-fledged modern revival of another beloved Sega classic: Comix Zone.
While Assassin’s Creed: Shadow may not be a masterpiece, it marks a successful return to the franchise’s roots—an experience long absent from the series. Its gameplay delivers genuine satisfaction, ensuring hours of engaging entertainment.
In summary, Dragon Age: The Veilguard heralds the revival of Bioware, and we can expect this well-known studio to return to its glory days in the future. However, it’s clear that Veilguard, despite its positive aspects, bears little resemblance to a Dragon Age game, but it is still a good game that you shouldn’t miss out on.
Maybe one day Rocksteady will return and create the next great Batman game. But until then, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reminds us that sometimes the one you least expect is the one who best understands what a dark city truly needs.
Creature in the Well is an entertaining experience, full of great puzzles with high replay values, and even though its story, visuals and sound design are very simple, they actually make it more complete.
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Doraemon Story of Seasons is a good choice for those who no longer have much time for video games, and despite some gameplay issues, it’s so well designed that can easily entertain almost anyone.
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