Duuro Magazine's Reviews
For those open to thoughtful interactive fiction within virtual worlds, The Cub proves a memorable trek worth embarking on.
With an engrossing fiction anchored in history, interesting puzzles, and movement that feels both grounded and exhilarating, Assassin's Creed Nexus VR sets a high bar that will be tough for any follow-ups to surpass. Ubisoft makes the case that VR is ready for blockbuster franchises, and this is one you wouldn't want to skip.
Through ingenious level design and gratifying systems married to intensely satisfying moment-to-moment gameplay, The Lost Crown reinvents Metroidvania conventions while carving out its own new legacy.
Last Labyrinth is without a doubt one of the most distinctive, unforgettable, and dare I say important VR titles released in recent years that will stick with players long after they've escaped its imposing facility
By striving only for simplicity, Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem misses a prime opportunity to deliver that nostalgic miniature racing experience fans were hoping for in virtual reality
Fans of '80s arcade brawlers will find enjoyment in its nostalgic charms between frustrating encounters
Slipstream is a beautifully crafted homage to classic '80s arcade racers like Out Run that manages to feel familiar yet fresh
The end result is a beautiful nature documentary hindered by bloat, lacking the compelling story or lifelike ecosystem one would hope for in a next-gen realization of Pandora.
The formula remains a straightforward rail-shooter, but Gazzlers' unfaltering energy and style had me continually coming back for more crazed combat on the Gazzlers Express.
While I enjoyed exploring Mournstead and appreciate what Lords of the Fallen brings to the soulslike formula, it ultimately fails to maintain consistency throughout.
While the post-apocalyptic themes could feel dour, Life of Delta uses its charming art, puzzles and story to create an uplifting and thought-provoking adventure
While not reinventing the wheel, LEGO Bricktales translates the beloved brick-building experience seamlessly to VR. Being able to fully examine and interact with digital Lego builds adds new engaging dimensions.
While navigating the VR space presented initial challenges as a first-timer, Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior proves the shooter genre truly comes alive in virtual reality. For an entry-level VR player like me, its authentically violent yet satisfying action comes highly recommended.
Alan Wake 2 is undoubtably one of the finest narrative-driven experiences available on any platform currently. Remedy Entertainment has truly outdone themselves in crafting not just a great sequel, but a masterwork of storytelling, atmosphere and gameplay that will surely stand the test of time.
While The Pale Reach delivers more of what makes Dredge such a unique experience, there simply isn't enough here to justify the cost of admission for all but the series' most dedicated fans.
Motorcycle Simulator 2021 is good, but only for the patient simulation aficionados.
Dreams of a quality Christmas Metroidvania go unfulfilled. Ebenezer and the Invisible World offers little but disappointment and frustration. Avoid this Scrooge of a game, unless a major updates arrives before Christmas.
Worldless is a fantastic game. It's a Metroidvania game done right, with a beautiful and unique interconnected world to explore, interesting traversal and extremely challenging combat.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 might not be the threequel we all deserved, but in no way in hell it's a 4/10 game
By sticking close to beloved formulas and polishing every element with care and competence, it has earned its place among the greats of its genres. For fans of Soulslikes and Metroidvanias looking for another vampire to sink their teeth into, The Last Faith will quench thirsts both holy and damned.