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Overall, despite some relatively minor niggles, Project Warlock is an excellent title. It wears its old skool charm with pride and delivers a challenging but accessible package. There’s a vast amount of content on show here to keep most players going for quite a while. Shooting things feels great, it’s fast paced and I highly recommend you pick this up.
Overall, Demon’s Tier + is a fun title that will fill several hours. Once the patterns and general flow of the game are sussed out, large sections of it become quite easy. There are some difficulty spikes and which slow progress but it’s easy and quick to jump back in. A lot of the randomness that hinders rogue-likes has also been removed which makes this much more accessible. The retro aesthetics and gameplay are extremely welcome and a quick ten minutes can easily turn into a few hours of fun.
Those Who Remain is an interesting horror definitely worth a playthrough. The uneasiness created by the constant onlookers is definitely a great mechanic and is a bit refreshing as opposed to the traditional being chased down by monstrosities. While nothing is perfect within Dormont such as annoying puzzles, an archaic checkpoint system can feel a bit detrimental, the trip is worth it.
Awesome Pea 2 is a fun little game that doesn’t outstay it’s welcome. It’s easy to put on and blast through a few levels and it rarely gets frustrating. If you like a challenging platformer, then by all means this is a game to consider picking up.
Overall though, this is what makes the game such a joy to play. No run is ever the same so you can’t plan for anything. There’s no optimal strategy for min-maxing and the randomness means it’s infinitely replayable. If you want a challenge with a quirky sense of humour and are looking for something easy to pick up but difficult to master you won’t go wrong here.
Shantae and the Seven Sirens is definitely one of the year’s better games. It’s a cute, fun Metroidvania platformer with a depth of gameplay content. While it does have a few shortcomings that can cause unnecessary frustrations, the newest entry in the Shantae is definitely worth your time and hard-earned money.
It took a while to settle into the rhythms of The Persistence but it was worth persevering. Combat may be a bit wishy washy and the setting may be a little bland at times, but the atmosphere is great. It’s not the greatest game in the genre but it’s definitely worth a look.
Super Mega Baseball 3 is the perfect mix of a baseball sim and arcade baseball game. Those looking to fill the void of MLB The Show like games will find an interesting and deep experience (albeit not as deep) where they can craft their team, strategize and feel like they have control over their team. On the flip side, those looking for a simple, easy to pick up and play baseball game should jump on Super Mega Baseball 3. Definitely a must-play.
The amount of mileage you’ll get out of Formula Retro Racing will depend heavily on your level of patience, probably more so than your love of the retro style. There not a lot of content on offer here and what is, is pretty basic. I’d hoped for a quality little arcade racer and whilst it nails the the look and feel, I’d rather have my, well let’s just leave it there shall we…
If you’re craving classic FPS games from late 90s and early 2000s, then Ion Fury is the game for you. It’s a carbon copy of what once was; confusing navigation, hunting for colored keycards, decent arsenal of weapons and crazy shooting sequences. For those who are more comfortable with current games from the FPS will find a confusing, frustrating and limited experience. If they had taken the best from past games mixed with newer mechanics from more recent FPS games, this could’ve been so much more.
Huntdown is definitely one of the best games I’ve played thus far in 2020. From its simplistic and addictive gameplay mechanics, to the arsenal of weaponry at your disposal, the fact that its perfectly balanced, and the unique and challenging bosses makes this game a must play.
Fury Unleashed is an enjoyable little title that kept me coming back for more. Dying often saw me slip into that “one more go” territory. It looks nice, it plays well and it offers a nice challenge. For anyone looking for a shooter with a lot of replayability, you can’t go wrong with Fury Unleashed. Now I’m off to play on a harder difficulty.
While far from perfect, Daymare 1998 is still a worthwhile trip and a great template for the birth of a new series (hopefully). It’s a clear homage to early 90s survival horror titles, but clearly rough the edges. Clunky pistol reloading mechanics, audio issues, sub-par visuals by today’s standards and a myriad of technical issues won’t stop you from enjoying this throwback. Definitely worth better than Resident Evil 3 Remake content wise and a smarter investment.
So is it worth a purchase? Well it depends on what you’re looking for. If you fancy something that can fill that half hour before dinner or when you need a palate cleanser after your latest epic then sure, it’s a great fit! It’s easy to lose yourself in the simple gameplay this provides but it’s far from a main course.
Overall, the title is definitely a unique and interesting experience. While this genre can be of an acquired taste due to the lack of proper gaming, it’s definitely a unique experience to sit through and it’s gets us as close as we can to interactive movie. Sure, this one comes off a bit odd mostly because of the one sided conversations you experience by watching videos, but as any great mystery movie or books, this is riveting.
As much as I had high hopes for Shred! 2 Ft. Sam Pilgrim, I came away disappointed. The game feels more like an attempt to mountain bike-ify Ubisoft’s Trials Fusion series. The tricks are easy to pull off and look pretty awesome, but relying on the game’s momentum feels like it’s making this more difficult than should. Also pedaling’s lack of realism is also a bit baffling here as it can hinder a comeback mid-track.
So is Bear Can’t Drift?! worth your hard-earned dollars? No, because it overall feels like a glorified demo. The core idea is there (I mean kart games are fun, so bring on a new one!), but unfortunately, the package falls flat. This is far from being a Mario kart level of game as Bear Can’t Drift?! is clumsy with questionable controls and full of frustrating menu UI design. The game has very limited, albeit unique, power-ups and options. There are other, better kart alternatives on Xbox One, don’t fall for this.
So is Baldur’s Gate Enhanced Edition worth your money? Only if you have the time and patience. The games rely heavily on nostalgia and can be a great reason to bring back classic games, but these should’ve stayed where it once was. The PC centric controls don’t apply well to controllers as it makes the simplest things cumbersome, the presentation is dated and it requires a lot of time and dedication. It’s easy to be overwhelmed with the number of things to manage/remember. If you stop playing, it’s easy to forget not only where you left off, but how to play the game. Unless you were a fan of the original a fan of nostalgia, save your money.
Overall Tetsumo Party is a fun little party title offering some hilarious funny moments when played as a group, it’s certainly fun with little ones. However, the game is a little limited and repetitive. Although fun, I’m just not sure how many times you would revisit it, I suppose it depends on the right situation and settings. It’s certainly cheap enough to give it a try.
Sayonara Wild Hearts is an experience. While yes, it is a videogame, once you’re done with it, it feels more like an experience; as if you attended a concert. Sayonara Wild Hearts is a very simplistic, addictive game suited for any gamer. It’s a unique rhythmic gaming experience with simple gameplay easy to pick up and play. If you’re looking for a fun, relaxing, albeit a bit short, gaming experience, Sayonara Wild Hearts is a must play.