• Planet of Lana 2 – A Beautiful Yet Familiar Journey

    When the original Planet of Lana debuted, it caught many of us off‑guard. Its modest premise hid a surprisingly moving story, and the hand‑drawn world turned out to be even more breathtaking in motion than the polished screenshots suggested. So when the sequel was announced I felt a mixture of excitement and hesitation. I loved…

  • God of War: Sons of Sparta – A Metroidvania That Struggles to Live Up to Its Legacy

    God of War: Sons of Sparta promises to be an ambitious blend of mythic storytelling and exploratory gameplay, aiming to carve out its own space within the Metroidvania genre. Boasting retro visuals and a rich narrative backdrop rooted in Kratos’s early years, the game sets high expectations. However, beneath its exterior lies a title that…

  • 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…