Headbangers: Rhythm Royale (Chumps Preview)
Chumps Preview is a special kind of post where we unofficially preview games in Early Access, Beta, or are otherwise “unfinished.” This kind of preview is meant to be a first impression rather than a definitive review where we provide a rating to determine a game’s value. As such, we fully expect a game covered in a Chumps Preview to have room for improvement, some bugginess/incompleteness, and ot...[Read More]
Sonic Superstars Review (PS5)
SEGA has listened, folks. After years of wishing, wanting, and hoping for a new (yes, brand new!) Sonic the Hedgehog title that sticks true to its 2D roots, I am pleased to inform you that Sonic Superstars is the real doggone deal. It’s so real, I could cry. Okay. Maybe I’m being dramatic. What else is new? Sonic Superstars surprised me. It delighted me. It delivered on the original Sonic feel wit...[Read More]
Long Gone Days Review (PS5)
Long Gone Days portrays itself as an RPG about modern warfare and international conflicts. For those of you following the news over the past decade, you’re probably familiar with the subject. Or, you may be slightly aware of international tensions. Either way, what starts out as an international drama turns into a tale straight out of Black Mirror. You follow Rourke, a young sniper of a paramilita...[Read More]
Summum Aeterna Review (PS5)
At the start of 2022, I had the pleasure of reviewing Aeterna Noctis, Aeternum Game Studios’ premiere hand-drawn Metroidvania. The Spanish independent developer’s game was equally as difficult as it was fun, testing my skills in platforming and slaying bosses all the while I was exploring a world torn asunder by the forces of darkness and light. Spoiler alert – it earned a 9 from me; I loved how i...[Read More]
Mortal Kombat 1 Review (PS5)
Netherrealm Studios (NRS) has turned its Mortal Kombat franchise into Chicago’s leading gaming export. What was once an arcade game prominently featured in hysteria-inducing news koverage of the “death of decency” in America has now grown into a 30-year-old franchise blending gruesome goofiness, kompelling storytelling, and approachable kombat (heh) for kasual and kompetitive players alike. As a c...[Read More]
Interview: James Deighan – Mega Cat Studios’ CEO
Coming out of our WrestleQuest review, we had some burning questions for the Mega Cat Studios team! We were granted an opportunity to interview James Deighan, Mega Cat Studios’ Founder and CEO. Check out his thoughts on the future of RPGs and inspirations for WrestleQuest below! Q: Thank you so much for taking the time to answer some of our questions! Playing WrestleQuest highlighted a clear...[Read More]
RIG 600 PRO HS/HX Headset Review
Let’s be real, most of us here probably have multiple devices and/or consoles, be it a phone, laptop, desktop, tablet, Nintendo Switch, PS5, XBOX Series X|S, or a combination of the above. We may also have a different headset for each device because of various compatibility issues and/or lack of connectivity across platforms. So, when a headset comes my way in the ~$100 category that plays nicely ...[Read More]
Riot Forge Announces “Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story” Release Date and New RPG “Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story”
Song of Nunu has a release date AND an RPG was announced that is taking place in Bandle City?! As a fan of all things Teemo, I am quite excited! Read on to see the official announcement! Los Angeles, CA – September 14, 2023 – Today Riot Forge revealed that Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story™, a story-driven adventure game from developer Tequila Works, will release on Wednesday, Novembe...[Read More]
AK-xolotl Review (PC)
One of the easiest way to catch my attention is by blending two seemingly contradictory ideas together. Things like a bullet wielding a gun, a lamb that’s leading a cult, and an axolotl with a machine gun. Wait – an axolotl with a machine gun? That exists? If that caught your attention – great. It should have. The first time I heard the idea of AK-xolotl I thought I was experiencing a fever dream ...[Read More]
WrestleQuest Review (Switch)
Thanks to my godfather, I was fortunate to have grown up as a fan of pro wrestling and the opportunity to see some incredible live shows spanning Smackdown, RAW, and even Summerslam. Somewhere on my hard drive is a picture of high school Will (who’s tall to begin with) standing next to the likes of HHH and the Undertaker. If you don’t know – these two folks are behemoth human beings. I digress, I ...[Read More]
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge – Dimension Shellshock Review (PlayStation)
Over a year ago, our very own Ben Sheene reviewed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge for the PlayStation. In his review, he noted that it’s one of the best cooperative experiences players can have because of how it evokes the nostalgic days of gaming on a couch. I cannot help but agree with his assessment of the game being a 9.5/10 because of how fun the single player and cooperative...[Read More]
BlazBlue: Entropy Effect (Chumps Preview)
Chumps Preview is a special kind of post where we unofficially preview games in Early Access, Beta, or are otherwise “unfinished.” This kind of preview is meant to be a first impression rather than a definitive review where we provide a rating to determine a game’s value. As such, we fully expect a game covered in a Chumps Preview to have room for improvement, some bugginess/incompleteness, and ot...[Read More]