• Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties: A Heartfelt yet Flawed Return to the Series

    Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has earned a reputation for churning out high‑octane releases at a break‑neck pace, often two titles a year, while still managing to keep each entry feeling fresh. 2026 opened with a double‑dose of Yakuza content: the long‑awaited remake continuation Yakuza Kiwami 3, which pushes the story of Kazuma Kiryu forward, and Dark Ties, a compact…

  • Ride 6: A Solid but Uneven Motorcycle Racing Experience

    Ride 6 arrives as a respectable addition to the niche of motorcycle‑racing sims. It clearly targets enthusiasts rather than casual gamers, offering a robust core of features while stumbling over consistency in several key areas. Below, I break down the game’s strengths and shortcomings to help you decide whether it deserves a place on your shelf….

  • Ys X: Proud Nordics – A Nordic Voyage Through Familiar Waters

    By the time the ships of the Ys series first set sail, players have come to expect a familiar blend of fast‑paced action, heroic storytelling, and a soundtrack that sticks in the mind long after the controller is set down. “Ys X: Proud Nordics” tries to take those expectations into uncharted seas, adding a splash of naval…

  • Nioh 3: A Wild Mash‑up That Somehow Works

    When Team Ninja announced Nioh 3, the expectation was simple: a fast‑paced, samurai‑styled Souls‑like with the trademark difficulty of its predecessors. What arrived, however, feels like a curious hybrid—the wide‑open exploration of Elden Ring, the clear‑cut map icons and waypoint system of a typical Ubisoft open‑world title, and the avalanche of loot you’d expect from a…

  • Disciples Domination: A Return That Gets the Balance Right

    The Disciples franchise has been a niche staple of the strategy‑RPG hybrid scene since its debut in 1999 with Disciples: Sacred Lands. Over the years the series has oscillated between ambitious attempts and occasional misfires, but each entry has retained a core identity: dark fantasy, heavy‑metal aesthetics, and a blend of turn‑based tactics with role‑playing…

  • Pathologic 3: A Hauntingly Beautiful and Bugfilled Experience

    Pathologic 1 and 2 might have flown under the radar for many gamers, but their dedicated fan base has kept the series alive, awaiting the next installment with bated breath. Pathologic 3 marks a significant milestone in the series, offering not only the most accessible experience but also the most polished and intriguing one to…