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Plan to lose hours of your life thanks to great character customization, stellar combat, random loot, puzzles, bosses, and mysteries.
The finale resolves lingering questions while giving you more to ponder
Some technical limitations hold Lifeless Planet back from being a completely immersive adventure, but ultimately the experience is memorable
A shameless cash-in attempt is only redeemed by passable cooperative multipayer
Shattering enemies' skulls with a well-placed rifle round is satisfying at first, but the see-through kill gimmick gets old quickly
For players who haven't yet played this classic, the 20th Anniversary Edition is the best way to do so
A captivating, breezy journey that saves the most punishing levels for last. A New Game Plus boosts the replayability factor
While the puzzles and story aren't especially rewarding, the overall tone is still interesting and successful
The stripped-down gameplay suits the retro vibe, but only the most dedicated players will endure the grind
Wii U owners unfamiliar with the 3DS entries are in for a treat, but fans of the franchise won't find much new
The fighting system has a bit of a learning curve to overcome before you can appreciate the combat
Too simple to be satisfying, and not thematically deep enough to be interesting
Laid-back pacing and general silliness won't click with everyone
Figuring out the identity of the Bell Killer is a mission well worth taking, even when the gameplay is trying to pull the experience down into hell
A charming story and world coupled with a fun leaping mechanic kept me eager to progress, even when the difficulty spiked near the end
While sparse in terms of legitimate scares, the unnerving story and chilling vibe make it worthwhile
The hacking abilities are a legitimate game changer and give Watch Dogs its own identity
This episode sets the stage for the season's conclusion, but it needs more action and surprises
With disasters, elections, and new tasks to complete at every turn, Tropico 5 provides a structured and entertaining city building experience
From story to gameplay, a sense of wonder and discovery pervades Transistor, but demands the player accept moments of confusion and unanswered questions