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Grimvalor offers an enjoyable hack-and-slash adventure that is quite simple in design, but always satisfying to play as you slice away at your foes. It’s clear that it was heavily inspired by the Dark Souls games too, though it certainly offers a much easier journey for players to complete when compared to other titles in the genre – that could be both a good or bad thing depending on what sort of challenge you’re expecting from the game. Admittedly, It doesn’t always look that special on a visual basis, though what else would you expect from a mobile game that released a couple of years ago? Grimvalor is definitely a title that’s worth paying attention to if you’re a fan of the Souls-like genre, with its satisfying combat and slick platforming coming together nicely to make for a really good time.
Null Drifter offers a simple and fun twin-stick shooting experience, though that simplicity may not be for everyone. You’ll see everything it has to offer quite quickly, with the gameplay growing a little bit repetitive after an hour or so play. Is this a bad thing? Not really. Null Drifter is one of those games that ideal for quick pick up and play sessions and progressing that bit further during each run can feel pretty rewarding, even if you are doing a lot of the same things over and over again. It also just so happens to be pretty cheap, which is always a BIG plus in my book.
Final Fantasy VII Remake is an outstanding game that doesn’t only live up to all expectations but also manages to completely exceed them. I wish I could go into detail about every tiny thing that makes the game so special, but to do so would be unfair to players who just deserve to uncover them all themselves. Just know that every element of the game comes together perfectly, whether it’s with the rewarding exploration, the action-packed combat, or the stellar visual presentation that’ll keep you in awe throughout. I’ll admit that the sense of nostalgia from my younger years made Final Fantasy VII Remake all the more special to me, but don’t let that fool you into thinking that this game isn’t spectacular in its own right. Final Fantasy VII Remake is simply one of Square Enix’s best games ever, and it’s still as ground-breaking, epic and charming as it was back in 1997. Here’s hoping it’ll be a shorter wait for the next episode…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered offers a refreshing take on the game’s enjoyable single player campaign, though it does feel a little dated with some elements of its design. I was actually pretty impressed by how slick Beenox managed to make a game from 2009 look and you’d be remiss not to think that it was designed for modern console from the ground up in places, whilst the constant 60fps frame rate ensured that it remained slick throughout too. Still, with the somewhat repetitive shootouts and dated gameplay mechanics, it’s clear that this is a Call of Duty game from the past. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered is certainly worth re-visiting, but it’s clear that the series has hit all-new spectacular heights since this.
Talisman offers an enjoyable fantasy-battling experience that board game fans are sure to enjoy, though its dependence on luck and its emphasis on offering DLC content might leave a sour taste with some players. Don’t get me wrong, there’s enough content included in the base game to keep you entertained, but it’s noticeable that there’s a lot missing. Thankfully, with its accessible setup and enjoyable gameplay mechanics, there’s still plenty of fun to be had with Talisman – especially when played with a group of friends. Just cross your fingers and hope that you’ll be the player who is lucky with the dice…
Curious Expedition offers an enjoyable and novel approach to strategic-adventuring, though it can get a little bit repetitive over extended playthroughs. It’s not that anything is bad at all (and that includes the iffy battle system) – there just isn’t a whole lot of variety to the overall experience.
I remember playing Star Wars Jedi Knight – Jedi Academy when it originally released back in 2003 and loving it; unfortunately, in the seventeen years since then, it hasn’t really aged all that well. Sure, it does have its enjoyable moments within combat and there’s no doubt that Star Wars fans will have fun on the adventure, but the dated visuals and some its more finicky gameplay mechanics just feel a little bit too clumsy in this day and age. That’s not to say that there isn’t charm to be found during the adventure. If you can accept the fact that this is a game from 2003 that already felt a bit janky to begin with and just embrace the lengthy fan service-filled adventure for what it is, there’s definitely fun to be had. Just keep your expectations in check…
Snakeybus offers a unique gameplay concept that’s silly and fun, but there’s no denying that its novel approach can grow a little repetitive fast. It’s one of those games that’s fun to laugh at for a bit with your friends, but then gets forgotten quickly – no wonder it was so big on YouTube. Still, despite this, it’s a mixture of Snake and Crazy Taxi… that alone will be enough to appeal to a lot of gamers. Snakeybus certainly does have its fun moments, but don’t expect the enjoyment to last much longer than a couple of hours.
Much like its predecessor, Resident Evil 3 offers a remake that’s both revolutionary and brilliant in design. It is shorter and more condensed than last year’s Resident Evil 2 remake, but it comes with a bigger focus on action-orientated set pieces and, of course, the epic showdowns with Nemesis. Add to that the all-new ideas that the game implements as well as the inclusion of a multiplayer mode (which admittedly we haven’t got to play a whole lot of yet), and you’ll quickly find that Capcom have something special here. The shorter length and some frustrating moments here and there do see Resident Evil 3 feeling a little inferior when compared to the Resident Evil 2 remake, but only just – it still just so happens to be a brilliant survival horror experience that fans of the series are sure to love.
If you’re a Nintendo Switch owner and you love silly and frantic fun, you NEED Good Job! in your life. Seriously, the simple and chaotic gameplay mechanics are just incredibly fun, whilst playing with a friend or simply trying to complete your tasks carefully in the game makes for a fiendishly addictive experience too. Nintendo’s indie collaborations have proven to be successful in the past and with Good Job! that trend continues – it’s just brilliant.
Ittle Dew 2+ offers a whimsical and enjoyable adventure that’s packed to the brim with character and charm. I thoroughly enjoyed exploring its jolly world, whilst the puzzle-fuelled dungeons and neat boss encounters offered a stern test on my journey to fix up my raft. Whether you’re a fan of the Legend of Zelda series or just want to partake in a fun-filled escapade across a colourful world, you will REALLY want to check Ittle Dew 2+ out.
Panzer Dragoon: Remake brings with it an adventure that fans of the original are sure to enjoy, though some clunky controls and a high price point may put some gamers off. That’s not to say that newcomers won’t enjoy themselves though, with the solid level design and epic airborne battles offering plenty of fun throughout – I’m a sucker for the on-rail shooting genre too, so it ticked plenty of boxes for me. Panzer Dragoon: Remake could have just done with a little bit more polish in order to hit the heights that it’s capable of (and maybe an adventure that lasted a little bit longer than an hour).
Hyperspace Delivery Service really manages to nail the old-school vibe with its presentation, whilst the simple yet enjoyable gameplay mechanics ensure that your space-delivering adventure is fun. It’s just a shame that it could feel a bit repetitive in design, whilst the random (and unfortunate) events you face could get a little tedious too. Those who fancy a classic space adventure will certainly get a lot out of the game though and it does feel like a perfect fit for the Nintendo Switch. Just expect to need a bit of patience and a lot of luck to survive Hyperspace Delivery Service’s many challenges.
I had a really good time playing Sky Racket, with its genre-mashing gameplay proving both fun and addictive throughout. The main campaign is a little bit on the short side, but with its multiplayer action and the tricky challenges each level offers, there’s plenty here to keep you blasting projectiles back at your enemies for some time. Add to that the charmingly impressive presentation, and you’ll quickly find that Sky Racket is another Nintendo Switch indie gem that’s worth your attention.
Mekorama is a simple and fun puzzler that offers a good few hours of enjoyment to puzzling fans. It is a bit of shame that the level creator doesn’t have any sharing options because it’d bring a potentially endless assortment of levels to play in the long run, but there’s still plenty here for Switch players to enjoy at a nice budget price.
Despite being a seven-year old game, Saints Row IV: Re-Elected remains a hell of a lot of fun to play, with the zany narrative and the over-the-top gameplay still standing tall in 2020. Best of all, the Nintendo Switch port is a good one, with a steady performance throughout – it’s certainly an improvement over Saints Row: The Third, so those put off by their early experience there can rest assured everything is a lot smoother this time around. Whether you’re looking for an open-world action-packed fix or just want to play a really weird game, Saints Row IV: Re-Elected is certainly a worthy addition to any Switch owner’s library.
Deep Sky Derelicts: Definitive Edition offers an accessible and enjoyable take on the deck-building dungeon-crawling genre, with the fun combat and slick presentation helping it stand out in the crowd. It’s just a shame that its explorative mechanics felt a little lacking, with the grid-based maps just feeling bland in design and growing repetitive to explore. Still, the game is a good starting point for those new to the card-orientated combat mechanics of the game, whilst deck-building veterans will find plenty of depth too. It might have some imperfections, but Deep Sky Derelicts: Definitive Edition is certainly a solid release in the genre.
Exit the Gungeon offers an enjoyable take on its predecessor’s established formula, with the frantic action and bite-sized nature of the game making for some thrilling escapades as you attempt to leave the treacherous Gungeon. That’s not to say that it’s perfect by any means though, with the random nature of the guns and the simpler premise of the game bringing some frustrations to the mix here and there. For the most part though, Exit the Gungeon offers another fun foray into the titular Gungeon and I’m sure most gamers won’t want to be leaving it too soon…
Stela’s adventure is incredibly atmospheric and I certainly enjoyed playing through it, though the short run-time and slightly high price may put some gamers off. It offers a beautiful yet desolate world to explore and the brilliant sound design helps bring every intense moment to life, whilst each encounter with the grim creatures that ravage the environment will certainly keep you on the edge of your seat as you fight for your survival. Just don’t expect to be tested too much throughout the game, with most of Stela’s puzzles and platforming sequences feeling a little bit too simple in design and offering little challenge to the player.
DOOM Eternal offers more of the same brilliant and brutal action that made the series so beloved to begin with, but also evolves upon the traditional formula by bringing bigger and more open-levels to the fray that encourage a lot more acrobatic manoeuvres from the player. It comes together perfectly to make for a fantastic first-person shooter that not only lives up to the DOOM name, but boasts a more fleshed-out and expansive experience than any other release in the series before it. It’s f*cking awesome. DOOM Eternal is simply one the finest shooters that has released in this generation of gaming, and if it wasn’t for some sketchy platforming sections here and there it’d be pretty close to first-person shooting perfection.