Category: Action

  • 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…

  • LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight – A Dark Knight Built of Bricks

    For years, the LEGO video game franchise has operated with a reliable, rhythmic consistency. You break things, you build things, you collect studs, and you move to the next level. While this formula has served the series well, there is always a lingering hunger for innovation. When news broke that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the…

  • Deadhaus Sonata: A Prototype Playing Dress-Up

    Deadhaus Sonata feels like one of those projects where you can clearly see the ambition behind it, but almost every part of the experience currently feels undercooked. After spending time with this early version, the strongest impression it leaves isn’t that of a finished action RPG, but rather an Unreal Engine prototype that somehow evolved…

  • Pragmata: A Captivating Lunar Journey with Innovative Gameplay

    Capcom has been on a remarkable winning streak over the last couple of years. Despite their massive success with established franchises, they have continued to take risks with new intellectual properties, often yielding impressive results. Pragmata is one of those ambitious attempts, and it is a resounding success. This is a game I have been…

  • Shinobi: Art of Vengeance: A Masterclass in Ninja Action with a lackluster DLC

    Shinobi: Art of Vengeance arrived last year during what might be hailed as the “year of the ninja games,” yet somehow, we managed to miss it. Thankfully, with the recent release of the SEGA Villains Stage DLC, we finally sat down to experience the core title alongside the new content. After spending significant time with…