Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy my time and cannot recommend it as a must-play. I am unsure if anime fans might find more enjoyment in being able to interact with the world, but it is hard for me to see that as the saving grace for this game.
At first, the game was fun, but the frustrations and lack of polish showed through early.
The more I played the game, the less magical it felt.
I really enjoyed the interactions with the dogs, seeing the small animations surrounding their feelings were some of the best moments I can think of while playing the game. It, unfortunately, couldn't outweigh the frustrations from the bugs, glitches, and subpar quality of the game in other areas.
I had hoped that Skull and Bones might have been an underdog, and I had wished it had come out and surprised me. Unfortunately, it is undercooked and lacks direction.
My time with Knight Crawlers, although initially frustrating, was rather enjoyable. I appreciated it more after discovering a small team designed and created the game.
The difficulty in these games challenged me in a way I hadn't known for a long time. If it wasn't for the additional options, I might not have had the chance to get through a couple of these games. In stating this, I had more fun playing these games with a second player. The collection has been put together with care and ran well on the PS5, and while these games are fun, I prefer the newer TMNT: Shredders Revenge for its updated features and playability over these aging titles.
I hope that Ubisoft can return to its roots and start looking at shrinking the worlds and focusing on the characters and lore. If there is a big positive note with Ragnarök, it is that this game could have been a stand-alone title. With the focus on the main character and the story unfolding the way it does, it has strengths over what was introduced with Assassin's Creed Valhalla's release.
I enjoyed my time with Little Kite, a short point-and-click adventure with themes that touched my heart. I felt for Mary and Andrew's situation. The art style lent itself to the game and made for a beautiful visual tale.
A classic RPG remake stemming from a time when RPG were more brutal and let the player explore and discover the world of their own volition. Begin by being literally tossed into the world and have to struggle to survive.
Xenonauts 2 is a fun and challenging game that works well on PC. There is a massive library of lore to read and research, as well as challenging gameplay.
Despite feeling somewhat antiquated in some aspects and having systems I didn't particularly enjoy, the game's fusion of past and future elements makes it an experience that can be truly appreciated by those willing to embrace it for what it is.
The WarioWare games have always been weird and wacky fun, and this latest instalment is no different. I had fun playing through the main story and seeing the result of Wario's vacation.
Have a Nice Death has solid slashing combat, 2D roguelike levels, with a great story. Although the levels are very similar, the story, challenging gameplay, great complimentary music, and industrialist main character will keep players coming back for more.
Overall, Goat Simulator 3 is a game aimed at chaos and fun, while not perfect, it hits those beats often. Much like its predecessor, there is a lot to discover that needs to be added to the mini-map, while the missions are fun, and there is always more to do.
Paradise Marsh was a great game to chill out with; I finished in just under two hours, but I could see spending more time exploring the world to discover all it has to give.
The game would be a fun companion for a handheld device, hoping it will be released on other platforms such as the Nintendo switch. Overall, I had fun with this title, and if you are looking for a fun game to blow off steam, this might be the title for you.
Captain ToonHead vs the Punks from Outer Space is a refreshing and fun change-up from the standard VR titles I have played in the past. The tower defence is the perfect kind of playground to enjoy.
The story is engaging, and the gameplay, along with the overall atmosphere, is captivating. I plan to keep this game in my rotation as my go-to for roguelikes.
Islanders: New Shores is an awesomely relaxing puzzler with some optimized features to enhance it from the original. This is a great way to laze on a Sunday afternoon or during breaks in a busy day.