Jusant Preview (Xbox Series X)
I have very weak arms, but legit legs. It has been that way forever, and we’re talking about 40-plus years. While I will occasionally get baby-bulging triceps thanks to moving lights in class, for the most part, I’m noodle arms and unable to truly put them to good use. I know what you’re thinking, “Thanks for the update, Nathan. Did we really need that?” Nah, but it was a great introduction to my ...[Read More]
UFO: Unidentified Falling Objects Review
Puzzle games are like comedy, where planning requires meticulous care and know-how, while also remembering to make it fun and not torturous. If you haven’t guessed from that sentence, comedy is brutal to come up with. So are good puzzle games. Of course, some developers make it look very easy when they hide their complicated backbone of gameplay within a Baku-Baku-like chaotic wrapper that deliver...[Read More]
Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes – Definitive Edition Review
It has been a long time since I have been so definitively frustrated with a game and its mechanics. I honestly cannot remember the last game where I walked away yelling, “FINE! Be that way” and never returned to it again. It takes a lot to get me there, but here we are right now. While I certainly appreciate the thought and dedication that went into creating Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes – De...[Read More]
Let’s! Revolution! Review
Sometimes having a simple structure to your game does wonders for the experience. Case in point, Ring of Pain is a simple card game where you only worry about 5-6 controllable player stats and how to improve those to better take on enemies. It’s a game of choices but nothing skillfully driven beyond making those choices. Why can’t it be skillful? Well, it’s a game where the dungeon of cards change...[Read More]
Return to Grace Review
Return to Grace Review Growing up I was always more interested in space than the ocean. I know there is the classic quote, “We know more about space than we do of our own oceans” but the vast expanse and the idea that there are completely separate yet similar planets out there to ours completely blows my mind. I’ve always found myself interested in anything space related, especially when it...[Read More]
Maquette set to launch on Xbox and PC July 19th
It’s one helluva puzzle game, folks. Gorgeous to boot. Anyway, the official details are below. OS ANGELES – July 13, 2023 – Maquette, the critically acclaimed first-person puzzle game developed by Graceful Decay and published by Annapurna Interactive, will be launching on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Windows Games and Xbox Game Pass on July 19, 2023. This new platform expansion follows the t...[Read More]
Ghost Trick: The Phantom Detective Review
After having previewed the first few levels of Ghost Trick: The Phantom Detective a month or so ago, I walked away impressed thinking that the full version had plenty of potential. I’m happy to report that the full version is beyond what I expected. It’s far more challenging, logically unforgiving with its puzzle execution, and entertaining as hell with its serious, yet whack-a-doodle storyline. I...[Read More]
Cocoon uncovered for Summer Game Fest
Check out that trailer below and the official details with it. Anything Annapurna Interactive has my money. Los Angeles – June 8, 2023 – During the Day of the Devs Showcase today, developer Geometric Interactive and publisher Annapurna Interactive unveiled a further look into the highly anticipated sci-fi adventure game, COCOON, sharing a new gameplay video showcasing the exploration of worlds wi...[Read More]
Storyteller Review
I gripe about the lack of three-act narratives and brag about how easy stories can be if you just spend enough time developing them. A good chunk of filmmakers don’t these days, which generally equals out to a crappy movie (looking at you Venom). Anyway, if you have read any of my movie reviews, you know how passionate I am about storytelling in general. The story is the essence of an entire film...[Read More]
Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo Review
For the folks out there, that enjoy the logical torture of a Phoenix Wright game, you’re in for a treat with Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo. This game is mostly text-based with a heavy slice of the paranormal for the gameplay and story backbone, and unique elements that I’m not sure that I’ve seen before in a game during my lifetime (and I’m sure I’ve missed some games). Without furt...[Read More]
CLUE mixes with Adventure Escape Mysteries
Well, this is an interesting mashup. Enjoy the official details below. NEW YORK – February 23, 2023 – Leading free-to-play game publisher Tilting Point, indie puzzle game developer Haiku Games, and global branded entertainment leader Hasbro, Inc., are bringing the classic mystery board game CLUE’s iconic Tudor Mansion and beloved cast of colorful suspects in a new episode in Adventure...[Read More]
Seven Doors heading to consoles this month via SOEDESCO
Looks like a fun puzzler. Enjoy the official details below. Rotterdam, The Netherlands – 03 February 2023 – SOEDESCO® confirms the release date for the first-person puzzle game Seven Doors. On February 21, 2023, the game will digitally launch on PS4™, PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Seven Doors will also be supported through Smart Delivery on Xbox One and Xbox S...[Read More]