The new Saints Row left me with rather mixed feelings, and even though we’ve gone back in time and the reboot is sort of returning to the series’ roots, it offers almost no innovation that could appeal to a new audience. All in all, Saints Row is still the same game we’ve come to expect, and instead of any major innovations, we’ve been left with a number of shortcomings that we simply can’t overlook after several delays. From us at Gaming Professors, Saints Row gets six out of ten.
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Unfortunately, Bakery Simulator is a prime example of how a once-good game can be ruined. We’ve mostly gotten used to the fact that smaller studios aren’t always able to fix certain flaws, and we’re willing to forgive them for many minor missteps. Bakery Simulator, however, is not one of those cases, and if the developers are unable to tweak the movement mechanics to a more tolerable level, I’d rather remove this aspect entirely—or, at worst, leave it as is. The solution Live Motion Games offered its players, however, was more like the studio shooting itself in the foot, which eventually came back to haunt them. If you can get past this aspect and are satisfied with just moving around your bakery, you’ll get a good game that can keep you entertained for hours. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to get past this problem, and for this reason, I’m giving Bakery Simulator a mere five out of ten points.
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F1 22 has once again brought about a virtual evolution of the sport, ultimately taking the overall experience a step further. Despite a slightly different driving model, however, there isn’t much reason for owners of the previous edition to upgrade (perhaps only for the sake of official VR support on PC), and F1 22 will appeal more to players of older titles (F1 2020, F1 2019). As for the new features in the form of F1 Life and supercars, they haven’t quite lived up to their potential, and if Codemasters plans to do anything with these aspects in the future, they’ll likely need to put more work into the supercars in particular. Even so, F1 22 rightfully earns the title of the best game in the series, and we at Gaming Professors are awarding the game eight and a half out of ten points.
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Given its design, Tour de France 2022 is primarily intended for die-hard fans of the sport. Other players, especially those who enjoy racing simulations, won’t find this title particularly exciting, and with its repetitive gameplay and below-average visuals, it ranks among the worst games of the year. Unfortunately, a few new features and changes don’t help much, and the continued lack of support for PC peripherals is a glaring omission. Personally, I give Tour de France 2022 five out of ten points.
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Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is exactly what fans expected from this installment in the series. Once again, you’ll get your hands on a well-crafted aerial arcade action game that will delight longtime fans. Thanks to the selection of control difficulty levels, the game is also accessible to absolute beginners, though they might not enjoy the same repetitive missions that have been a hallmark of this series for years. For the PC version, it would be good to work on optimizing keyboard and mouse controls in the future. Even so, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is a great title that earns a seven out of ten from us.
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Unfortunately, Road Maintenance Simulator failed to impress me in any way, or even surprise me. As a result, it’s yet another significantly below-average title that I can’t recommend to anyone in its current state. While it’s a slightly smaller disaster than Alpine – The Simulation Game, none of us wants to compare bad games and choose based on which one is the lesser evil. There’s probably nothing more to add—I’m giving it three out of ten.
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What Lies in the Multiverse is a truly interesting and, in its own way, unique pixel-art platformer that offers an engaging story full of humor, colorful levels, and, above all, a great feature that lets you switch between two versions of each level. However, its stylization will primarily appeal to an older group of players, as it features certain aspects from the 90s that may not resonate with today’s generation. Even so, What Lies in the Multiverse is a great game that every platformer fan should try. I give it seven out of ten.
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Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 is an excellent and worthy sequel to the game released two years ago, in which the developers at City Interactive took the tried-and-true mechanics and gave them a fresh new look. The biggest draw of the second installment is undoubtedly long-range shooting, which offers a new challenge—especially for die-hard fans of the series—and many players are sure to love this feature. We must also praise the realistic weapon behavior, the pleasant design of the locations, and the semi-open world, which offers players countless additional possibilities and tasks that can significantly extend playtime. Unfortunately, along with its well-functioning mechanics, the sequel has also inherited the bad aspects, so we still encounter occasional bugs or tragically behaving enemy AI. Ultimately, however, this is a great title that should definitely not be missing from your collection of action games, and if you’re a fan of stealth and sniping, Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 is a must-have for you.
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Overall, MotoGP 22 is more of a minor refinement of its predecessor, bringing certain aspects a step closer to reality. Were it not for a few shortcomings—such as poorly tuned AI, some visual glitches, and the lack of major new features—MotoGP 22 would be an absolutely perfect title for both newcomers and die-hard veterans of the series. Even so, this installment is the best Milestone has ever released. I give it eight out of ten.
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Polda 7 is a solid sequel to the classic animated point-and-click adventure game, which still offers great humor, time-tested gameplay, and professional Czech voice acting. The only minor flaws are the somewhat dull introduction to the game and, for some, the inability to customize the visual settings. We’re giving Polda 7 eight out of ten points, as I enjoyed this new installment just as much as the previous one, and it’s clear that the developers at Zima Software haven’t run out of ideas yet.
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While Tiny Tina's Wonderlands isn't a full-fledged, direct sequel to the Borderlands series, it's a solid stopgap that offers the familiar gameplay, great humor, and everything else we've come to expect. The only things marring the overall great impression are the lackluster technical aspects and, for me personally, a not-so-interesting story. It would also be nice to see some innovation in the gameplay itself in the future. I give it seven and a half out of ten.
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The Dawn of Ragnarok expansion for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is really just another run-of-the-mill DLC for the main game, which unfortunately doesn’t stand out from the rest in any way. And even though it offers a completely new location, enough gameplay to warrant a standalone title, and dozens more hours of exploration, it fails to justify the €40 price tag at which it’s currently being sold. Once Dawn of Ragnarok is on sale for half price, feel free to invest in it with a clear conscience. It’s not a bad product by any means, and it still features all the great aspects of the main game; it’s just that, for its current price, it doesn’t offer much that’s new, which unfortunately might not appeal to everyone. I give it six out of ten.
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Assassin's Creed Valhalla is finally what I've been waiting for from this series for years, and as a former fan who had given up on the Assassins due to certain shortcomings, I'm glad to be able to return to the Assassin's Creed series after several years—and perhaps even go back and play the previous two installments of this modern trilogy. A must-play for fans. For newcomers or former fans, a spectacular and high-quality return to the world of the Assassins. Eight and a half out of ten.
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Time Loader is a fantastic puzzle game that, thanks to its simple gameplay and friendly style, will captivate even the youngest players. So if you want to keep your kids entertained at the computer with a lighthearted and educational game, Time Loader is exactly what you’re looking for. For about twelve and a half euros, you’ll get three to four hours of quality fun with your kids, and trust me, this game will truly entertain them while also training their logical thinking. I give it eight out of ten.
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Overall, F1 2021 is just a minor evolution that doesn’t offer much value for owners of the previous F1 2020. Although the new features—such as the story mode and three new race tracks—are interesting, they aren’t enough to justify the €60 price tag for owners of last year’s edition. I would therefore recommend waiting for a sale. However, if you last played 2019 or one of the older installments, there’s no need to think twice about buying F1 2021. This game series has a lot to offer you, and you definitely won’t regret buying it even at full price. I give it eight and a half out of ten.
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GRID Legends truly delivered on its promises, and compared to its predecessor, this new installment is a huge step forward. While I still can’t say it’s a perfect game that reaches the level of quality needed for me to consider it the best entry in the series, it’s a step in the right direction. If Codemasters puts in the work, in three years they could deliver a perfect sequel that could easily crush the competition. I give it seven and a half out of ten.
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To wrap up this review, as is my custom, I’ll also touch on the game’s visuals and overall technical quality. The visuals themselves come across as thoroughly average, and I can’t say I have a negative impression of them. It’s true that these days you can find slightly better-looking titles for a similar price, but on the other hand, Fast & Furious: Spy Racers Rise of Sh1ft3r is aimed more at younger players who probably won’t care much about the graphics. And even if they did, they won’t be disappointed by them either. All of this is more than made up for by excellent optimization, which never once let me down during the entire playthrough, and in this regard, I can definitely give the developers credit.
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Unfortunately, Truck Driver isn’t a good game, and the only way to change that is to completely overhaul it. In my opinion, however, that won’t happen—partly because the developers are already working on a map expansion, which I assume will be a paid download. If you’re looking for at least a somewhat decent truck simulator on console, go with On The Road: Truck Simulator instead, which I personally consider the lesser of two evils. Essentially, neither of them is any good. As for PC gamers, there’s no need to even consider buying it.
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The action-packed space shooter Chorus is a high-quality, entertaining, and enjoyable game that left me with an overall positive impression. Were it not for a few minor shortcomings, such as the untapped potential of the open world or the repetitive side activities, Chorus could have ranked among the best games the gaming world has brought us this year. Even so, the game will appeal to all fans of action games, especially space shooters. On behalf of our editorial team, I’m giving the game seven out of ten points.
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My final rating might surprise you, but personally, I have to say that despite the shortcomings I mentioned, I had fun playing it. Of course, if you’re looking for a reliable, high-quality bus simulator, Astragon’s Bus Simulator series will give you a much better sense of what it’s like to be a driver. However, if you just want to put your feet up and are looking for a casual, relaxing game, Bus Driver Simulator can keep you entertained for a while. Personally, though, I recommend waiting for a sale, as the price of €24.99 is simply too high given the quality of the game, and for the same or a similar price, the competition is several tiers above this title.
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