Gameliner's Reviews
With Transport Fever 3, Urban Games has delivered a transportation game that focuses on giving players freedom. Although it took me a while to really get into it, since the menus and the sheer freedom can feel a bit overwhelming at first, the progression is brilliantly designed.
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Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is an experience that fans shouldn't miss. And although there's occasionally a lack of legroom and snacks and drinks on board, you'll still enjoy a largely turbulence-free flight to a beautiful destination filled with clear blue skies.
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Konami's bold choices in regards to Silent Hill: Townfall turn out to be unlametable ones. With developer Screen Burn taking at the helm, Townfall enters the Silent Hill universe as a profound first-person experience, tapping into the psychological aftermath of regret, is all its shapes and sizes. Only the obscurity of some puzzles and occasional performance issues withhold Townfall from perfection, and that's a claim I won't regret making.
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Well Dweller may not be as creative in terms of gameplay as Kyle Thompson’s previous games, but it’s still a charming, stylish, and very skillfully crafted Metroidvania that strikes a strong balance between grim fairy tales, endearing forest creatures, and wonderful exploration.
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The Walking Dead: Street of Survival is a beat 'em up with a retro look, which makes it look pretty good. Unfortunately, the retro look is the only thing the developers have carried over from the past. The game might be fun to play once, but it's not worth the full price.
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Lily’s World XD is a short but powerful game with plenty of unique elements. The mystery surrounding the disappearance of the teenage girl Lily is captivating and full of original twists. There’s also a beautiful message behind the story, though it can be a bit heavy-handed at times.
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Five years after the launch of Early Access, Valheim finally feels complete. The Deep North provides the world with a clear final chapter and offers enough new content to bring back experienced players, while serving as a great entry point for new players. At the same time, the game’s strength lies in the systems that have been in place for years.
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With Control Resonant, Remedy Entertainment offers a game that’s especially enjoyable to simply exist in, but not always fun to play through. It doesn’t resonate on every level and can therefore be described as a game of extremes: swinging from one extreme to the other. So be sure to consider why you want to experience Control Resonant. Depending on what you’re looking for, you’ll either find a gem or a title that leaves you with a broken Control(ler). High peaks and deep valleys, but that’s also why we’ll still be talking about Control Resonant for many years to come.
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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave brings an interesting new twist to the familiar formula. The tactical battles feel familiar, while switching between four unique main characters and their different storylines provides plenty of variety. The story takes a while to get going, but it gets stronger once you understand how the different pieces fit together.
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I had a blast playing Graveyard Keeper 2, and I'll keep playing it even after I finish this review. That said, the second installment definitely isn't for everyone.
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NBA 2K27 remains absolutely rock-solid on the court. The gameplay is fantastic as always, and this is simply your go-to basketball game for this year. It’s a shame, however, that NBA 2K27 (just like its predecessors) relies so heavily on grinding for, or better yet, purchasing VC.
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Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush is a highly entertaining arcade racer that offers fun for players of all ages. Don't expect an open world with the depth of Forza Horizon 6, though; Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush is still just a little too early for that.
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Insomniac Games has once again delivered a very cool game with Marvel's Wolverine, offering a more story-driven and linear experience than the Spider-Man games. While the story feels somewhat stretched towards the end and the combat is fairly simple, the game performs well both graphically and gameplay-wise. If you're looking for a cool, story-driven action-adventure game that will keep you busy for around twenty hours, Marvel's Wolverine is definitely worth adding to your wishlist.
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So, to come back to the saying, “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.” That’s certainly the case with SPRAWL zero, and that’s okay. As long as MAETH can handle living in the shadow of giants.
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All in all, Welcome to Elderfield is an impressive Gesamtkunstwerk that draws you in with its aesthetic of slimy tentacles, but keeps you hooked; especially because of its gameplay.
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Bit Reactor has really delivered a fantastic debut game with Star Wars: Zero Company. If you love Star Wars and aren't averse to a tactical turn-based strategy game in the vein of XCOM, then this is definitely a must-play.
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Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is a game that focuses heavily on replayability, with rewarding progression systems and a ton of missions. That doesn't mean, however, that the developer has found the magic formula to keep me constantly engaged.
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BioEden has a solid foundation. Cleaning up the planet is visually rewarding, and you have to constantly divide your attention. As a result, the game never drags, provided you’re lucky enough to explore the world. It’s the small details and a missing connection that lead to disappointment.
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Orbitals is a co-op adventure that knows exactly what it wants to be. Shapefarm has created a game that revolves entirely around playing together and has built nearly every mechanic around that concept.
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Moonlighter 2 is an accessible roguelike with a strong sense of progression. Its mix of combat, puzzles, and shopkeeping makes for an enjoyable gameplay loop. The grind eventually becomes a bit noticeable and the loading times could be shorter. Overall, it is a visually appealing and polished improvement over its predecessor.
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