I never understood why people would say that a game “won them over”, or that someone hated a game when they started playing, but then grew to love it. I am more much more binary when it comes to my opinion of what I play. Either I like something or I don’t, and it has never taken more than twenty minutes to make up my mind. That is, until I reviewed Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey. Continue reading Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey – Review
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Control Review
What is Control? What makes Control different from other Remedy games? What does it mean to control? Is controlling enjoyable or just another meaningless task? Would you dare to control? Do you like power over others? Do you believe in destiny? Would you attempt to kill yourself for answers or power? Well… Remedy did and they’ve done it gloriously. So did I and so will you. It’s the only way through.
Toki Review
Once upon a time during the arcade golden era, numerous games were releasing at a constant pace, each one aiming to captivate young players with pockets full of coins. With so many games to choose from, companies had to distinguish themselves through the latest technologies, custom arcade cabinets, colorful creativity, and other innovative methods. Continue reading Toki Review
Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom Review
A friend and fellow gaming writer once told me the worst part of this job is when you have to review something the community loves, yet you just cannot seem to like it. The Steam store page is plastered with blue thumbs pointing up, Metacritic boasts a whopping 86%, but, somehow, you just cannot relate to the masses. Well folks, with Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom, that day has arrived on my PC. Continue reading Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom Review
Wolfenstein: Youngblood Review
Let me begin this review by saying the following: I play video games in order to be entertained (well…it’s also my job, but anyway). I don’t care about politics, agendas, races, sexes or whatever else that has nothing to do with gaming. Gaming is my hobby, and I am happy I can do this professionally. Having said that, my goal is to let you know whether a game is worth your hard-earned money or not. With this out of the way, let’s continue. Continue reading Wolfenstein: Youngblood Review
Sea of Solitude Review
This may sound like a joke, but I actually studied psychology for an entire year during my undergrad years. Admittedly, I came to hate the subject in the end, but the course did have some interesting moments. A particularly fascinating section was on the hidden part of the human mind not accessible to conscious thought, known in psychology as the ‘unconscious’. Continue reading Sea of Solitude Review
Octopath Traveller – PC Review
I am one of those weirdos who buys JRPG’s off the Android store rather than taking refuge in the haven of emulation. Many frown when I tell them this, and some check if I remembered to take my medication. Fact is, the Android store has built up a really decent selection, and these days I can often be found curled up on the couch, working my way through the classics on my tablet. Continue reading Octopath Traveller – PC Review
Team Sonic Racing – Review
One of my favourite things in the gaming industry is the rivalries between mascots. Sam Fisher has Solid Snake, Duke Nukem has Serious Sam, Nathan Drake has Lara Croft, and, of course, Sonic has Mario. While their respective fan bases might get a little… passionate when you challenge their loyalty, the competition that these mascots have created always pushed studios to make some great games. Continue reading Team Sonic Racing – Review
Anno 1800 Review: A Quality Copy of Itself
Anno 1800 is an engrossing and fantastic mix of city building, economic simulation, and real-time strategy. It’s so easy to get sucked in to the whole affair, as the hours fly by and your empire slowly expands. Granted, there’s much micro-management required, and the game strongly favors those of us with a patient dedication to detail. Still, there’s a soothing rhythm to it all if you can find the groove hiding within the various complex systems. Continue reading Anno 1800 Review: A Quality Copy of Itself
RAGE 2 – Review
What is the secret behind a good sequel? While some of the best sequels focus on refining what was poorly implemented in the first installment, others just carry on the story and leave the core gameplay largely intact. Then there are sequels that have blown our minds by making everything bigger or more elaborate, and yet some of my other favourites are basically just a graphical upgrade. Continue reading RAGE 2 – Review