Console Creatures's Reviews
EVILVEVIL is a solid throwback to the days of Left4Dead, with great action and distinct characters. However, its progression and narrative let it down. Solo players will find a lot to enjoy here, but co-op is where the title shines.
Whether you are a fan of action-adventure games, puzzles or simply looking for a new experience in a fantastic world, Dungeons of Hinterberg deserves your attention.
Despite having little interest in the reveal, having spent over a week on Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, I am now a convert and feel more connected to the past of Nintendo than I have in years. With a crisp and vibrant package that is a blast from the past, Nintendo continues to produce and deliver the best way to engage with the publisher's history.
SCHiM is unlike any platformer I've ever played, telling a genuinely moving story, with tight and clever platforming. It's also gorgeous, as every level is beautifully put together.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess may not be for everyone. Tower defence games are a niche genre; many may not enjoy the repetitive aspect. However, the game is captivating, with diverse gameplay and well-balanced challenges.
Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus excels at its goal of delivering a commendable and exciting title. It is a unique title, one that I found to be charming and breathtakingly beautiful. It also wears its inspirations on its sleeve as it looks to replicate that same emotion from the player. Using Japanese folklore as a basis is clever, with the excellent levels and exploration worth a look at despite a few stumbles. In a summer when droughts were constantly occurring, the shift to game releases happening at all times of the day and months, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus launches at a great time.
Even with just being the first part of a remake, Tsukihime -A Piece of Blue Glass Moon- might be one of, if not the best, visual novel games currently Out there. It's a fantastic remake and a great entry point for TYPE-Moon newcomers.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak is another hit in the beloved series, delivering a darker narrative, revamped combat, and an excellent cast of characters. It has a ton to offer to both new players and existing fans of the series.
Luigi's Mansion 2 is a delightful blend of spooky adventure, clever puzzles, and charming humour. Its engaging gameplay, atmospheric design, and lovable protagonist make this a classic from the get-go and, even a decade plus later, showcases Luigi as an excellent character who can lead out of the shadows of his more famous brother.
Monster Hunter Stories is a great addition to the series and a good place to start with Monster Hunter.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance adds a lot to an already packed title from Atlus.
With Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Ninja Theory shows that video games can be more than simple entertainment: they can be profound artistic and emotional explorations, capable of touching and transforming those who play them. This is an unforgettable journey into the heart of Iceland's darkness, where every step of Senua is a step towards self-discovery.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is a masterpiece that continues to enchant nearly two decades after its initial release.
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes' open, non-restrictive nature is its most compelling aspect and a stroke of genius.
Level-5's Megaton Musashi W: Wired is a great experience — it showcases the developer's talents and delivers something great.
Heading Out is a fantastic, immersive driving game mixed with a visual novel, thoughtful story pieces, and great gameplay.
Sea of Thieves can be whatever the player wants, which is part of the game's magic.
Overall, Sand Land is an adequate adventure that occasionally showcases moments of brilliance but struggles to capture the original work's essence.
Indika puts a spotlight on Christianity in a specific way that I've never seen before. Thankfully, it mostly succeeds in its thoughtful premise and stays within its welcome.
Contra: Operation Galuga is a prime example of a game that feels fresh and retro at the same time.