Sometimes ideas should cook a bit more before serving them. Jackbox Party Pack 12 from developer Jackbox Games hit on October 15th, and with it came a new slate of games that didn’t rely on older, more successful mini-games to carry it, or lean too heavily on old ideas. That’s a chance to be taken when introducing all new content in a release that is notorious for having previous titles to help it...[Read More]
Games like this are the reason the industry is going to survive. Well Dweller, from developer Kyle Thompson, is a Metroidvania action-adventure that is as delightful as it is difficult. Featuring some clever mechanics and wonderful additional power-ups/options, the game shows off its feathers of creativity, logic, and just overall adventurous fun. While the aforementioned difficulty might be a bit...[Read More]
I like mobile games because I’ve played them since I discovered Snake on my Nokia phone in the 90s. But finding one that translates well to console is a tall order for anything other than Plants vs. Zombies. With the upcoming Final Fantasy Resonance, this game may have set a new standard for mobile-to-console ports. Color me impressed. Final Fantasy Resonance from developer and publisher Squ...[Read More]
A remaking-and-remastering craze has apparently gotten into the industry’s bonnet lately. Is that a good or bad thing? Well, it depends on how far they push it, and with this release, they didn’t push it incredibly far. SiN: Reloaded, from developer Nightdive Studios and publisher Atari, is the latest release to return to the spotlight after decades in storage. The original game hit store sh...[Read More]
For a game released in 2001, this was more impressive than I expected. Tales of Eternia Remastered from developer TOSE is an action-RPG that remasters a 2001 PlayStation release. While the game introduces some interesting concepts for something 25 years old, it still struggles to adapt them to modern action-RPG expectations. That doesn’t make it bad, but the gameplay still feels a bit dated. The ...[Read More]
It’s been a long time since I enjoyed a flying game this much. Here we are, though. ACE Combat 8: Wings of Theve from Bandai Namco Aces Inc. is a wonderful flight simulator that delivers high-flying physics, a solid storyline, and some of the most stunning visuals a flight sim can offer. Packed with fun missions and an enormous online mode that isn’t for the faint of heart, the game has plen...[Read More]
Gamers who love good collections will certainly love this release. KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I~III] from Square Enix is a romp through several iterations of the famed series. It offers plenty of hours of gameplay, lovely visuals, and a story that seems to go in every direction possible (apparently, fans love it; it’s only been like 20 years, and they’re still trying to unravel what it...[Read More]
To be fully transparent, I am not typically the reviewer for NASCAR games. That honor usually goes to our NASCAR guru, Ben Branscum. Ben was tied up for this year’s release, so I stepped in to get it done. I will try to do it justice. I played a lot of Mario Kart in my day, so I feel qualified. NASCAR 26 from developer iRacing.com Motorsport Simulations hit last month. It came with plenty of modes...[Read More]
Colorful and creative best describe this game. Monowave, from developer Studio BBB Inc., is a colorful puzzle game that uses emotions as gameplay mechanics to guide a cute character through a complex landscape. The game challenges players to use their noggin to figure out how best to navigate puzzles using those emotions. While the game is more of a sip than a gulp, its complexity and challenge ma...[Read More]
Complete editions are generally wonderful releases for great games. They typically include all DLC and maybe some extras to make the price point worth it. That is where Ghost of Yotei: The Complete Edition comes in, bringing worthwhile gameplay and additional content that expands Atsu’s story. Sucker Punch and Sony Interactive Entertainment brought us Ghost of Yotei last year. It was a wonderful f...[Read More]
I always like themed online experiences. Destiny was always known for that, and now I know GTA has something going on during Halloween. Anyway, enjoy the official details below. Spooky season is in full swing in GTA Online, bringing triple rewards on Halloween Survivals and Slasher Modes, in addition to double rewards on collecting Jack O’ Lanterns and UFO Business Battles. Plus, hunting down phan...[Read More]