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Omen is frustrating because a good game is clearly buried somewhere inside it. The ingredients are there. The concept is interesting, the setting has potential, and the combination of extraction, progression and base building could have produced something genuinely distinctive. But playing Omen left us wanting more rather than making us want to keep going.
Capcom’s Marvel games will always be all-time classics, but Arc System Works and Marvel have made something truly special with the first-ever 4v4 tag fighter and more characters soon to join the fray. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls has finally arrived and is ready to rock this universe!
Overall, Grain Rot was a good, fun, yet scary extraction shooter; I didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did. The light humour above ground, the dark, corrupted underground, and elements of base building, survival, and inventory management had me hooked. Grain Rot is also multiplayer, which I unfortunately didn’t get to test, but I think it would be a lot of fun. This is definitely a title you want to pick up if you are on the fence or if the extraction shooter is your genre.
On reflection, Tormentum II is a really hard game to give a final score. I somewhat love abstract and bizarro stories, because it gives me something to mull over after, but I can understand not many people connecting with this title.
Beast of Reincarnation is a massive risk for Game Freak, and while it misses the mark in a few areas, mainly with its plot and the occasional technical hiccup, the combat is simply that good. It’s the kind of combat system that kept me coming back, and ultimately makes the game worth the price of admission. So, I’d say the risk paid off.
Meat Grinder: Hot Dog Simulator is one of those games where the concept is probably more entertaining than the experience. I genuinely enjoyed the first couple of hours, and the idea of running a hot dog shop by day while sourcing your own meat by night is bloody ridiculous in the best way. Unfortunately, the gameplay loop became too repetitive too quickly, and once that novelty wore off, I found myself getting majorly bored.
Agent 64: Spies Never Die unfortunately doesn’t enhance anything; it is a retro game and plays as such. Don’t get me wrong, it’s good fun and has a lot of content, but don’t expect days of gameplay. It’s a solid, fun retro title; if that is your genre, jump on in and relive the golden era of gaming.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is a joy whether you’re parked on the couch or crammed on the bus. The controls are simple enough for a first-timer, the visuals are on-point and fluid for the most part, and it still carries that big, compelling story that had me hooked the first time around. Merc Assault and MOMO aren’t just cosmetic sprinkles — they’re proper additions that give the whole package a reason to exist beyond a resolution bump.
The original Panzer Knights was a fun game with an interesting concept that had its fair share of issues that, unfortunately, persist in this re-released version. For those interested in an arcade-style tank simulation game, Girls und Panzer: Dream Tank Match is the superior game, with smoother gameplay, far fewer bugs and issues, and a basis in a popular anime series. Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition is a nice re-release that packs in all previous DLC content and additional bonus content, but still has a lot of work to do before rising through the ranks of tank simulation games.
I found myself drawn to play this game more and more; for each loss, there was just as much of a victory in a game as fresh as this. It is visually fun and has an entertaining story to follow, while also offering some “hidden” fun that I won’t spoil—the game’s mysteries and action don’t leave you in the dark, only to play more. I am personally excited to see what comes next with the huge potential Mistfall Hunter has.
The Green Light is a short journey that can be finished in an hour, and, beneath the horror, it tackles some genuinely relatable themes. I appreciated what it was trying to say, and there’s a more interesting story about anxiety and feeling trapped hiding underneath the surface.
Horror sounds can be hit or miss, and sadly, for the most part, a lot of horror games today rely on over-the-top loud screaming and noises to instil fear. Luckily, Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher doesn’t fall into this category. It has nicely timed sounds at the moment to strike fear, and an over-chilling sound to keep the slasher vibe.
Sixteen years later, Call of Duty: Black Ops still stands as one of the franchise’s finest entries. While this rerelease doesn’t add anything to the classic and the loss of Theatre mode stings, the unforgettable campaign, iconic Zombies, and timeless Multiplayer prove why so many consider this the golden era of Call of Duty.
Call of Duty: Black Ops II remains one of the franchise’s greatest achievements. While the campaign doesn’t quite reach the heights of its predecessor personally, its genre-defining multiplayer and exceptional Zombies more than make up for it. Even all these years later, it’s easy to see why so many consider Black Ops II as the GOAT.
Overall, Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand is a solid RTS title. While the game may be completed in a matter of days, I do like how you can jump in and smash out a few maps without having to dedicate hours to building bases and unlocking technology, as in the main title. It’s a fun, fast-paced version of the main game with enough content to keep you going when you feel the need to test your military strategy against an unpredictable AI.
Star Ocean: The Second Story has one of the best stories in any JRPG series, and the most recent remake adds even more to the already emotional rollercoaster. The added content provides even more hours to a game that already takes more than 20 hours total to complete. Star Ocean: The Second Story R brings one of the best stories in the series to modern platforms.
Case Solved: The London Files succeeds because it understands what makes solving mysteries satisfying. With the game allowing full freedom to think, with no timer or time-based penalty, it really does illuminate the feeling of solving a case, with a genuine accomplishment of pinpointing exactly who dun it!
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check has a fantastic concept and does offer a unique take on the zombie genre that immediately stood out. While I enjoyed my time making the difficult decisions, managing checkpoints and smashing infected with drones, the repetitive gameplay loop ultimately stopped me from wanting to stick around for the long haul. There is some fun to be had here during the first little bit, but it wears thin too quickly.
Splatoon Raiders had me hooked on the treasure hunt. While there’s repetitiveness to the formula, the game had me saying “just one more” constantly. For the prize hoarders like myself, Splatoon Raiders really puts the “loot” in looter shooter.
It may not be a casual-friendly game, but it sure is a hardcore-friendly game. Truxton Extreme certainly lives up to its name, as it’s a bullet hell game that will push you to your limits and reward you when you succeed.