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If Spider-Man 1 was about what it means to be Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2, as its natural evolution, is about what it takes to be a Spider-Man. Insomniac Games has crafted a sequel that feels better than the original in almost every way. It has numerous shortcomings, especially when it comes to its gameplay, but like 2021's Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, it's also a shining example of why superhero games will continue to thrive as long as there are great stories to tell.
The impact of the NHL 24 gameplay upgrades really can't be overstated. Weighted on the game mode changes only, this would feel like a fairly inferior installment for the franchise. Instead, NHL 24 has the best hockey this series has ever delivered. The sport has truly never looked or played better than it does in NHL 24.
Forza Motorsport is a brilliant and polished racing sim from start to end.
Shark! Shark! is a nostalgic and endearing experience that's a lot of fun to play. While the Voyager mode ends more quickly than I would have liked to, I was always eager to climb the leaderboard and challenge other players in the world or indulge in a shark role-playing contest with a friend in a game of couch co-op.
Moonstone Island offers a more thrilling experience than a cozy one. Taming cute Spirits and partaking in combat is far more exciting and rewarding than staying put and building a farm or talking to NPCs. If only its life-sim aspects were as fulfilling as the game's other elements, Moonstone Island would have been a much more consistent experience throughout.
Even if you're not a die-hard Souls-like fan, Lies of P has something to offer. It boasts content that's distinct from the game and, in my opinion, ranks among the best Souls-like titles to date. It can even hold its own against the mainline FromSoftware titles. So, if you're prepared to navigate the city of Krat with a web of lies and refine your abilities to confront the twisted, plague-infested remnants of the world
Baldur's Gate 3 is a game that only happens once every ten years. It's the culmination of years of early access and passion from Larian Studios, a deep love for the source material, and the desire to create something that speaks to as many people as possible. With an absurd amount of replay value and dozens of possibilities for where your character will end up, this is easily on the shortlist for Game Of The Year 2023, and an argument could already be made that this is one of the greatest games of all time.
The story had me captivated, especially with how well it builds the friendships between characters, hitting home with every shocking twist and emotional moment. Sea of Stars is a gorgeous love letter to its predecessors, and avid fans of the genre should pick up without a seconds hesitation.
Fort Solis' strengths are quite apparent from the get-go. It's a short, interactive thriller with a great cast, jaw-dropping visuals, and some frantic moments tucked in between. It has a great premise, and the slow exploration-based gameplay has its appeal. However, shallow writing and inconsequential QTEs make it an unfulfilling thriller experience.
Gun Media’s Texas Chain Saw Massacre shines in its unique yet faithful and genuinely scary adaptation of the Texas Chain Saw Massacre film. Honoring fan-favorite characters (like, of course, the ever-iconic Leatherface) and brand-new introductions that don't at all feel out of place, TCSM seems like it might be a mainstay in the asymmetrical horror game world.
RIDE 5 is a thrilling experience, with plenty of content. But with a high learning curve, you'll need to spend quite some time finessing your racing experience before it gets really good.
If you were expecting Madden 24 to reinvent the wheel, maybe you should wait for Madden 25 (part two) to see if things change more next time. If you’re a longtime Madden player who expects a similar but slightly upgraded game each year with new rosters, that’s exactly what you’ll get from Madden 24.
If you’re after something casual to engage with that respects your time, offers you an intriguing story and lets you flex some creative muscles, then The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood is a narrative journey worth embarking on.
For what it offers: plenty of otherworldly environments, a philosophical yet somber approach to narrative, atmospheric musical compositions, and moderately challenging puzzles from an independent studio, Lifeless Moon is an impressive follow-up that will invade your thoughts long after it ends.
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is a thing of beauty and a breath of fresh air among other AAA games of this generation. It's a short, sweet, and spectacular nostalgia-inducing adventure that revitalizes not just a classic franchise but a genre of games that not many modern AAA studios dare to make anymore. On the PC side of things, it's a solid port from Nixxes Software that continues its streak of putting console games to PC in the best possible state.
For the most part, Remnant 2 is a satisfying souls-like that feels like a major step up from its predecessor in every single way. The gunplay is tight and precise, and there's an unprecedented potential for build-crafting. Having the option to hop on to a friend's game to play through a different biome means progression never stops, even if you get stuck in your world. If it wasn't hell-bent on making me miserable all the time, Remnant 2 may have been one of the most memorable games of this sub-genre.
Your opinion on Sonic Origins Plus is going to boil down to whether you're willing to spend money on games so old that your fridge could probably play them. If you're a huge Sonic fan, then these are worth the purchase. If not, then your fridge will probably do, honestly.
Another Fisherman's Tale takes everything from the first in the series, and expands on it to create an even better experience from start to finish. Don't sleep on this, it's one of the best PSVR 2 games to date.
I’ve absolutely adored my team with Street Fighter 6, it may soon become my favorite fighting game, ever. It’s loaded with content for any taste level, and has never been easier to get into for newbies and I truly cannot wait for the FGC community at large to embrace Capcom’s finest entry to the series yet.
Diablo 4 doesn't reinvent the wheel but instead builds on ARPG systems and throws some magnificent, addictive endgame activities at prospective Nephalem. It makes up for the shortcomings of its predecessor and sets a new standard for the ARPG genre with a dark, twisted tale, five massive and unique regions to explore, brilliant ARPG gameplay, and a wealth of diverse endgame content.