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Hidden Through Time 2 is a game that is fun to play in between. I personally would not play it in one piece because it will quickly become repetitive. It’s a very cool experience to play together with multiple people, especially when they shout the phrase “it’s over there” and you still don’t know where that is. This Belgian game is definitely one of the better search games on the console. It looks tremendously fun with its unique visual style and endless gameplay through the community’s created levels.
It has incredible smooth visuals but all the rest is a bit meh.
Trepang2 is a shooter that has taken nice things from Crysis but especially F.E.A.R.
The Xbox community ate good in 2023. We had some amazing releases but nothing compares to the sheer scope and scale that Baldur’s Gate 3 delivers on. I have never played a game that drips with so much detail in every corner. The world is alive with every NPC having something interesting to say. The mechanics are tight, work well, and feature some of the best story-telling in modern-day video games. Baldur’s Gate 3 effortlessly captures the beauty of character development and combines it with the intricate details of DND turn-based combat that will leave engaged right from the very beginning. The choices you make matter and the effects of those choices echo throughout the world of Baldur’s Gate 3, with limitless possibilities and outcomes happening as a result. You simply won’t find a better game.
I recommend it for the online play, but as a single-player experience I would stay far away.
Let’s Sing 2024 is the perfect party game for the holidays. Invite your friends and family and have a laugh while singing to your favourite songs. Just make sure to spring for the VIP subscription or you’ll soon tire of singing the same titles over and over again. The attempt at a single-player campaign was handled poorly and the few bugs here and there also dampened my excitement versus last year’s version.
In a year of Nintendo triumphs, the Super Mario RPG remake by ArtePiazza is no exception. This nostalgic journey from the SNES era brings a rush of Nintendorphines, leaving me grinning from ear to ear throughout the game.
Bluey The Videogame faithfully captures the show’s charm, offering a delightful interactive episode experience. While young gamers will relish every moment, the fun ends a little too quickly. Lio & Fé give it two thumbs (or paws) up!
For the younger gamers among us, this title is worthwhile!
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged promises near-endless fun, especially in multiplayer showdowns. Still, it rides in the slipstream of its predecessor, more akin to a turbocharged DLC than a groundbreaking sequel.
Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is the perfect Xbox Game Pass game as it’s not for everyone, but still worth checking out. It’s full of fun and quirky minigames and if you have a good sense of rhythm, you can finally show the world who’s the boss of the pigeon coop. Sadly, the online issues plaguing the game at the moment make it hard to recommend as I’ve personally walked away from it with a ton of frustrations.
Warioware Move It! is the perfect party game to play with your friends if you want to show what the Switch’s motion control is capable of. It’s a ton of fun to discover the various minigames and find out just what’s expected of you, but in the end, the novelty will run thin and it doesn’t take long to have seen everything the game has to offer.
Detective Pikachu Returns tries to bring a jolt of excitement to the Pokémon universe through great visuals and lively animations. However, its shockingly simple plot and low difficulty might leave more seasoned gamers wanting more. If Phoenix Wright + Pokémon is a combination that sparks your interest, then be sure to whip out your magnifying glass and detective hat!
Warm Snow is one of the best rogue-lite game experiences of 2023.
PAW Patrol World is a fine game if you have kids who enjoy the show and love to spend time collecting items and helping people in need. The camera brings the biggest frustration to people who are used to playing such games, but for kids, it’s a wonderful introduction to a more open-world approach and they’ll be having fun for hours.
Child-friendly controls and clear explanations mean that any age can win. In conclusion, Sisters 2 – Road to Fame is a great party game when you have friends over. The single-player adventure mode is a surprisingly large experience but is plagued by dated visuals. It certainly has some cuteness and nice details but seems straight out of the Xbox 360 period. Which of course does not affect the enjoyable gameplay. However, the adventure mode quickly became too much and I just went to the quick-play option to play the mini-games. A game like Sisters 2 increases my yearning for a new Fuzion Frenzy. If you’re looking for something similar, you’ve come to the right place with this game.
Great potential but comes a bit short in the end.
Bangingly good is how I describe Bang-On Balls: Chronicles!
I expected more from Forza Motorsport glorious return. More content and some additional novelties perhaps? Either way, it’s a great racing experience with overwhelming visuals and sound. Turn 10 has delivered a very good game that will only get better with time.
Lies of P surprised me in the best way possible and has perhaps become the first of many soulslike games I will invest countless time into, really drawing me into the gameplay and design of challenging combat. Apart from the troublesome collisions during combat, I have had – and am still having – a blast with Lies of P and think many will say it shares good qualities with other soulslike games; perhaps being one of the better additions for those who are yet to try out the sub-genre? The gameplay is fluid, the audio is admirable, and the visuals look marvellous. Not to mention the thrilling combat and relief that comes with defeating bosses. Without a doubt, a great addition to the soulslike genre and one I would recommend to almost everyone.