Category: Action

  • DYNASTY WARRIORS 3: Complete Edition Remastered Review – Stepping Back Into Ancient China

    As someone who never played the original 2001 release and has never been a particular fan of the Warriors franchise, I approached DYNASTY WARRIORS 3: Complete Edition Remastered with a blank slate. Free from the rose-tinted glasses of nostalgia, I was simply curious to discover what made the original a classic and whether its gameplay…

  • Control Resonant: A Surreal Leap into the Unknown

    Ever since their groundbreaking work on the original Max Payne, Remedy Entertainment has firmly established itself as one of the most distinctive and visionary developers in the industry. I still vividly remember the goosebumps elicited by the very first teaser trailer for Alan Wake, and I thoroughly enjoyed the underappreciated sci-fi ambitions of Quantum Break.…

  • Wolverine – Spectacular Yet Slightly Underwhelming

    Over the past few years, Insomniac Games has established an undeniable rhythm of hit after hit, carving out a golden standard for modern superhero adaptations. On paper, handing the reins of Wolverine to this powerhouse studio seemed like a recipe for absolute magic, a promise of the cinematic, ultra-violent, character-driven journey fans have been begging…

  • Blackwood Act 1: Living a Double Life on a Shoestring Budget

    It is hard not to be intrigued by a game selling itself with the pitch of being a video store clerk by day and a John Wick-like assassin by night. The concept is really cool and it somewhat works. When sorting movies in the store, it feels like a pretty good but simple video store…

  • 1666: Amsterdam Preview – A Witchy Journey Through Time with Loads of Potential

    When I first laid eyes on the trailers and screenshots for 1666: Amsterdam, I honestly had a hard time figuring out what kind of game it actually was. The distinct style and presentation, combined with the fact that developers who worked on previous Assassin’s Creed titles were behind the project, initially led me to believe…

  • Onimusha: Way of the Sword – A Cinematic Blade Dance Through Feudal Kyoto

    For the past several years, the gaming landscape has been utterly dominated by the Soulslike genre whenever developers decide to tackle dark fantasy worlds filled with hideous monsters. Because of this trend, it is immensely refreshing to dive into Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a title that proudly returns to its roots as a pure,…

  • Lies of P Complete Edition: The Definitive Souls-like Experience on the Switch 2

    Souls-likes have really exploded as a genre in the last couple of years, but it seems few manage to do what From Software has done with its games in terms of quality and how popular they are. Lies of P quickly became a favorite for many among Souls-likes when it first released in 2023, going…

  • Disgaea Mayhem: A Franchise Misdirection

    The Disgaea series has long held a cherished place in the tactical RPG landscape, known for its quirky humor, absurd level caps, and deep strategy mechanics. When Disgaea Mayhem was announced, promising a fresh spin on the beloved formula, hope was skeptical but still high for me. Unfortunately, what we actually received is a title…

  • Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Feels Like Finding Buried Treasure

    Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag has always held a special place in my gaming library. While the series has seen its fair share of highs and lows, often struggling to find a consistent identity amidst the sprawling historical tapestries, Black Flag was the one title that consistently clicked for me. It possessed a rare alchemy:…

  • 007 First Light: License to Kill It

    The legacy of James Bond in the world of interactive entertainment is, at best, a complicated one. For decades, the franchise has been tethered to the whims of the film industry, often resulting in lackluster movie-tie-in games or projects that felt forced to mirror the likeness and tone of whoever was wearing the tuxedo on…