FinalBoss's Reviews
Forza Motorsport 8 showcases the extensive expertise of Turn 10 Studios in the racing game genre. The game stands out with its impeccable weather effects, delivering breathtaking night races. However, it’s not without its shortcomings. The daytime visuals, the variable authenticity of certain car behaviors, and the repetitive tire squeal in some instances highlight areas that could benefit from further refinement. The game’s content offering is generous, boasting a wide selection of vehicles and tracks, with the promise of more to come. Nevertheless, the heart of a racing game lies in its gameplay, and while Forza Motorsport 8 provides moments of exhilaration, it occasionally feels somewhat detached from reality, especially in handling low-powered vehicles. Despite not achieving absolute perfection, it undeniably secures its position among the most visually stunning and content-rich racing games available. Whether you’re a long-time series fan or a newcomer, Forza Motorsport 8 offers a worthwhile experience, and we can hope that some of its imperfections will be addressed in future updates.
Street Fighter 6 truly captures the essence of exhilarating gameplay, encapsulating the spirit of spectacle and competition the series is renowned for. Capcom’s dedication to the franchise is evident, presenting a visually captivating package that appeals both to newcomers and long-time fans. With a rich roster and diverse modes, Street Fighter 6 not only cements the series’ legendary status but also showcases Capcom’s deep affection for its creation. This game is more than just a battle simulation—it’s a tribute to a legacy that has profoundly shaped the fighting game genre. Given its myriad of strengths and Capcom’s evident passion, we wholeheartedly recommend Street Fighter 6 to every enthusiast of the fighting game world.
At its core, Final Fantasy 16 is a glorified amalgam of the best action-RPG games of the past decade. It’s a stunning work of art which thanks to its enthralling narrative, phenomenal orchestra, stupefying boss fights, and amazeballs combat, shines amongst its lineage as a worthy, yet different addition. Final Fantasy 16 is an Eikonic adventure, and while it has severely lackluster RPG elements, it’s still the best mainline Final Fantasy game we’ve had in a long, long time.
As a Harry Potter fan, it’s extremely hard not to love the game. Was the game everything I hoped it would be? Probably not. It’s palpable how much the developers played on the nostalgia of the fandom. That being said, the game offers just enough to feel like you’re a part of the Wizarding World, while giving the opportunity for enjoyment to those who are not familiar with the books and movies. Hogwarts castle, the possibility to cast spells and brew potions, to fly and wander around the Highlands overshadow the minor technical issues and a shallow plot. Warner Bros. is already hinting at a sequel, and I’m sure that the next game will be an even bigger success. From one fan to another: I solemnly swear that Hogwarts Legacy is an enchanting adventure that will transport you to the Wizarding World and leave you spellbound.
All in all, unless you’re feeling particularly nostalgic and want to play one of the original versions to relive your childhood, this is the go-to version of the Oregon Trail and will provide you with hours and hours of replayability, whether it’s by playing the main game over and over to explore each forking path, by playing the Journeys to live through the stories of characters like John and Annie Halfmoon, by trying to reach the highest score on the leaderboard, or by trying to unlock every last filter, song, and piece of artwork the game has to offer. It also gives an important platform for lesser-heard perspectives that weren’t represented in previous iterations of the game. – Joey
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt was a great game when it came out and made a mark on its time. So is this Next-Gen update worth your while to dive back in or to start discovering the Witcher universe? My answer is yes.The original game already had a fantastic art direction and a vast living world. The graphical improvements sublimate the universe, and the gameplay improvements give this Next Gen version a touch of modernity enough to dive back into it.This update will allow all newcomers to discover this unique universe and prepare a new generation of players for the next The Witcher and the remake of The Witcher 1.
Whether it’s the new designs, the legendary Pokémon bikes, the new changes to the combat system, the Team Star and Titan Pokémon elements, or the multiplayer, there is a surprising amount of things to love about the new Pokémon games despite their technical flaws. That’s where the game’s biggest problems are: technical issues and downgrades from the previous Switch entries. The core of the game is still just as fun as ever. The game earns a 6/10 due to being a solid entry in the Pokémon series riddled with technical issues.
Synth Riders is a fun VR game to play solo or with a group and features a varied selection of excellent music to move along to.
Layers Of Fear VR improves upon an already well receive horror game and brings the scares closer to the player than ever before!
Hitman 3 looks like a short game based on its narrative but for those willing to give it a chance there is plenty of gameplay here to keep you coming back.
The Last Of Us Part 2 is a spectacle of storytelling and conveys emotion in a way that few developers understand. This is a game that expectations were set so high that people were always going to be critical of it before it was released. It improved on everything from the first game and added far more emotional depth and makes players question everything throughout. The Last Of Us Part 2 truly is one of this generation’s best games.
The Final Fantasy VII Remake had an incredible reputation to uphold and does so with a confidence and elegance lacking in many modern-day releases. Square promised to deliver something truly special and succeeded on all fronts.
While there are other games out there with similar gameplay you could find some a lot less worthy of your time and money. If you’re looking for a crazy team-based co-op game which can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels then you would be wise to check out this title.
Hunt: Showdown is a triumphant return from to steller form for Crytek. The subtle nuances, innovative gameplay mechanics and multiplayer PVP with PVE elements truly set this game apart from anything else that is out there right now.
A triumphant return to the series and must-play for Anno fans and newcomers alike!
Anthem isn't a terrible game. The core mechanics alone make it something worth at least trying, with the fluid Javelin control movement system and combat options offering up an interesting take on the modern shooter. The problem is that Anthem just isn't a complete package. It's buggy, boring and feels unfinished. It had potential to be another Bioware triumph, and it still could with updates and DLC, but for now, it's a bit like a shiny collectable that looks pretty but really doesn't really do much.
The protagonist from P3 is so over being emo and ready to boogie.
The original Prinny-hurling, monster-recruiting strategy JRPG comes to Switch and PS4.
Megaton Rainfall is an interesting, exciting and impressive indie game but it's repetitive gameplay and low polygon graphics really hurt it when compared to other virtual reality titles.
We really love The Crew 2. It’s both an adrenaline pumping foot to the floor racer and a relaxing cruise through the countryside. It's poor graphical detail and lack of progression from the first outing let it down but it's still a game you can sink hours into.