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78.2 average score
80 median score
56.8% of games recommended

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Despite its two strong protagonists and their engaging plight, lackluster supporting characters and a mundane setting make this episode less compelling than the last

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6.8 / 10.0 - Vane
Jan 18, 2019

Vane's atmosphere, music, world, and abstract story are affecting and strange, but the bugs and design lead to unnecessary frustration

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Jan 17, 2019

The game makes you work for each kill, and as a result you feel like you've achieved something notable with almost every ace you down

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Jan 16, 2019

Travis Strikes Again returns to the more stylish tendencies of early Grasshopper Manufacture, with decent combat elevated by a strong sense of style and writing

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Jan 15, 2019

Last Year's core gameplay is solid, but the thrills are short-lived due to a lack of content

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Jan 15, 2019

The Eternal Castle successfully captures the visual magic of cinematic platforming, but it's unnecessarily frustrating thanks to poor controls

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The excellent writing, silly premise, and fun combat all translate well to the updated visual style. The added Bowser Jr. mode is worth exploring, even if it's not the main attraction

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Jan 9, 2019

This platformer was fun on Wii U, and the Deluxe version gives the game a well-earned extra life on Switch

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8.3 / 10.0 - Bury me, my Love
Jan 9, 2019

This excellent story is equal parts heartbreaking and captivating, by giving insight into the arduous journey Syrians take to escape their war-torn home

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Dec 21, 2018

Tactical shooter fans should find Insurgency's skirmishes riveting, if they can live with some old-school design in regards to respawn times, respawn distance to fire zones, and limited progression

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7.5 / 10.0 - BELOW
Dec 18, 2018

Below is a beautiful, immersive experience that comes with extensive caveats. Survival can be frustrating for even the most seasoned adventurer

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Dec 17, 2018

With both arcade and story modes, there's a lot of old-school charm to enjoy, but be prepared for some old-school frustration as well

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8 / 10.0 - Ashen
Dec 15, 2018

Collecting souls is as nerve-wracking and rewarding as ever, but the real joy Ashen brings to this deadly dance is sharing those memories with strangers

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8.8 / 10.0 - DUSK
Dec 13, 2018

Fast-paced and violent action hits the ground running, but the intense horror atmosphere might turn off some

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8.3 / 10.0 - GRIS
Dec 13, 2018

Offers a well-crafted invitation for exploration on multiple levels, though Gris is neither a walk in the park nor a brain-wringing title

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6 / 10.0 - Desert Child
Dec 12, 2018

Desert Child has interesting ambitions that never quite develop into an enjoyable experience

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8 / 10.0 - Just Cause 4
Dec 11, 2018

Few games serve up more nonstop action and destructive freedom than Just Cause 4

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Dec 7, 2018

A wealth of tweaks and new additions like the World of Light campaign help to keep Ultimate from feeling like a greatest-hits retread

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Dec 7, 2018

Even though the formula is familiar, teaming up with friends to exterminate the alien menace is enjoyable

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Dec 6, 2018

The Council has an alluring premise with interesting choices and consequences. However, it falls apart with absurd plot twists, tedious backtracking, and unexciting puzzles

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