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All in all, if you are a fan of the basics of the series, this is very much more of the same with a few tweaks. The music may click with a lot of folks, and perhaps there are some that will relish the sheer amount of items and loadouts that you can wangle, but whilst there are thousand of weapons and a huge open world to explore, I can’t help but feel that this is quantity over quality in some areas.
I think that this game will be one that fans of the original will adore – it’s always fantastic to see POV-only games from the ‘90s/00’s available on console, and Nightdive are the best at what they do – but the sheer design philosophies that run through the game from the original development will be a tough sell to modern audiences that aren’t familiar with the game, and I can imagine that it’s a bit of a hard sell. Whilst there’s online multiplayer, it would have been cool to see local multiplayer included here but overall, I’m just over the moon that Outlaws is finally available to play on console, as it’s a bit of a forgotten title that has a very unique personality that still shines through today, there’s nothing quite like it out there.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion isn’t a reinvention of the genre, nor does it need to be. It’s a fun, flashy, tightly built slice of superhero mayhem short, punchy, and occasionally a little shallow, but always enjoyable. It's perfect for anyone who still gets excited by the thought of shouting “Avengers, assemble!” while button mashing A.I.M. bots and aliens into dust.
Lumines Arise is an incredible game played on any size screen, whether on a 70-inch OLED TV or a handheld. But it shines like a diamond in VR, and I feel privileged that I have the equipment to experience it at its best. It’s one of my games of the year, a title I’ll buy on multiple platforms, and will be a permanent install on any device I own that can run it.
After playing Dark Quest 3, it did take me a few minutes to adjust to the slightly different approach that this sequel takes, but the multiplayer and custom dungeon builder included means that those that click with this game will have a lot of bang for their buck, and the fact that its such a classic interpretation means that you can get rolling within a minute or two, what are you waiting for? Get out there and defeat the Dark Wizard!
I love the idea; and the tone, visuals, and music are all up to par, creating an accessible game, but I can’t imagine it would hold plyers’ interest for more than a couple of hours. That said, at a fiver, it’s a great way to spend an evening, and has put the studio on the map for me, with their esoteric take on the rally genre!
My experience with Sandrock was so captivating that I ended up earning the platinum trophy in just under 100 hours. For four months, it was the only game I wanted to play. The blend of story, creativity, exploration, and community made it feel like a second home. If you’re a fan of life sims, building games, or just looking for a cozy escape, I can’t recommend "My Time at Sandrock" enough. It’s a standout title that’s sure to leave a lasting impression.
Again, I don’t usually comment on price, but the fact that this is currently £25 is quite baffling, the last time I picked up a game at that cost and completed it in under thirty minutes was Hyperstone Heist on the Mega Drive, but at least that had some replay value! I’d avoid this one, sadly.
Psychopathy assessment is a game of two halves, and it only takes around 40 minutes to complete. For the first half, I think it is a wonderfully chilling and unsettling experience which also makes you ask yourself thoughtful questions, the second half however is a lacklustre horror game which makes it hard to recommend. But if they ever made a sequel or spiritual sequel that focuses more on the style set out initially - I would 100 percent be excited for it.
Deathless. The Hero Quest will be firmly installed on my Xbox for some time, it’s become a ‘go to’ game at the moment, perfect for a lengthy session or even for a quick twenty minute blast, if time allows. The subtle tweaks to the genre formula combined with the hardy story-telling makes this a big ol’ recommendation from us here at GF!
Overall then, this really is one of the best games I've played this year. It's twitchy but easy to pick up, with depth that you wouldn't necessarily expect from a shooter, and it's an easy recommend from me. Happily, if you're of the PC persuasion, it's also playable on Steam Deck for those who prefer hand-held extermination. Who would think that spreading democracy would be such fun?
Funnily enough I think King Kong is the game’s biggest asset, with standard 2.5D action and platforming gameplay alone it would be easy to dismiss, but the interactions with Kong and solid level design mean that there is enough here to find Kong: Survivor Instinct enjoyable.
The game is fully voice acted with a small cast of characters that helps keep things focused as well as a pretty straight story that’s simple but enjoyable, especially for younger gamers, I played this with my young son and the balance of adventure and horror very much appealed to him without being overly scary, perfect for the upcoming Halloween season!
Dark Deity was one of my favourite turn-based games of the last few years, Sword & Axe LLC are a developer very dear to my heart due to how they manage to keep such tried and tested genre mechanics feeling fresh and satisfying by creating such a rich and fully rounded gaming experience. This sequel effectively polishes and shines that robust core design into a game that feels even more inviting and satisfying to play. If you are a fan of Fire Emblem or the Shining Force series of games, this isn’t just a recommendation, it should be on the national curriculum! Awesome stuff.
The Edge of Allegoria is a game that captures the nostalgic Game Boy vibe with nice pixel visuals and a charming soundtrack tied to tried ‘n tested mechanics that are bolstered to a sense of humour that will probably be a little divisive, although it does give the game its roguish character.
As you can tell, I very much enjoyed Chronicles of the Wolf. Yes, it’s derivative and takes a lot of style from the historic giants of the genre, but in my eyes it surpasses – or at the very least matches up to - those it apes. A visually and sonically beautiful creation that utilises tried and tested gameplay, this is a huge thumbs up from us at GF, and very much a contender for game of the year, blinking lovely stuff. 🐺Right, I’m off to kick a thirty-foot tall werewolf in the balls for making me drop my croissant.🥐
The most fun I’ve had with Match 3 since Metropolis: Lux Obscura back in 2017, the sense of humour and light-hearted style perfectly ‘matches’ the game mechanics, a great twist in a genre that can be pretty standard and functional…I just need to wait for Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 5 now.
The blend of incredible atmosphere, importance of audio, stylish visuals and simple gameplay come together here in a game that feels luxurious to dive into. The stark graphical style and comic-book nods add to that sense of a pulpy narrative, and the pull of raw America and its myriad citizens bring the states to life in a way that kept me coming back for more. Serious Sim have definitely nailed a vibe here, and it’s a vibe I’d very much like to see continued in future games, lovely stuff.
Though not the longest or scariest game you can play, I think there is more than enough here to enjoy, it has a lot of heart and charm to go along with the tense cat and mouse hunt you will find yourself in. It is one of those titles that make you keen to see what the developers do next.
There are a lot of very good things about Echoes of the End, mainly linked to the lore, visuals, audio and voicework, but the core puzzle gameplay dragged it down for me. I can imagine some folks – for whom environmental puzzling is a boon – will really connect with the game, but for me, I wish I’d spent more time with the characters and combat than walking into myriad locked-off areas and gritting my teeth for yet more puzzles that felt like padding.