• Disney Illusion Island Starring Mickey & Friends: Bringing back Disney magic

    After being a Nintendo Switch exclusive for a time, Disney Illusion Island has finally broken free, gracing PC, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms. This is a joyous occasion, not just for gamers who’ve been yearning for this charming title, but also for the wider gaming landscape. A family-friendly Metroidvania outside the Nintendo ecosystem feels like a…

  • Monster Train 2 is a Masterclass in Deck-Building Roguelikes

    I spent an ungodly amount of time glued to my screen playing the original Monster Train. Hundreds of hours, countless runs, and a deep-seated understanding of synergies (or lack thereof) became ingrained in my very being. It was a perfectly crafted deck-building roguelike that snagged me with its strategic depth and addictive loop. So, when…

  • Blades of Fire: A Forged Identity, Tarnished by a Weak Flame

    MercurySteam, a studio known for revitalizing franchises with titles like Castlevania: Lords of Shadow and delivering unexpected gems like Metroid Dread, has a reputation for surprising players. This expectation fueled my anticipation for Blades of Fire, a brand new IP promising a fresh take on the action RPG genre. While the game introduces some genuinely…

  • DOOM: The Dark Ages: A God Among Demons, With a Few Scratches on the Armor

    DOOM has always been about embracing a power fantasy, and DOOM: The Dark Ages turns the dial all the way up to eleven. While DOOM 2016 made you feel like an efficient killing machine, and DOOM Eternal elevated you to an unstoppable force of nature, DOOM: The Dark Ages bestows upon you the mantle of…

  • The Precinct: Living the Law Enforcement Dream

    My introduction to open-world gaming came early, courtesy of the original Grand Theft Auto. Its addictive gameplay and chaotic freedom were a revelation, even if I was far too young to be behind the wheel (virtually speaking, of course). When GTA2 hit the shelves, it marked a personal milestone: the first game I purchased with…

  • FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves – A Welcome Return to South Town

    The Fatal Fury series holds a special place in the hearts of many fighting game fans, myself included. Back in the day, alongside giants like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat, Fatal Fury carved out its own niche with its gritty aesthetics, compelling characters, and unique two-plane fighting system. The battles for South Town, fueled by…