Tag: Action

  • Eternal Strands: A Promising Climb That Never Quite Reaches the Summit

    Eternal Strands arrives with a tantalizing pedigree, boasting the involvement of veterans from the Dragon Age series and a clear ambition to blend the epic scale of Shadow of the Colossus with the demanding combat of Dark Souls. The result is a game that teases greatness, offering moments of genuine thrill and wonder, but ultimately…

  • Sniper Elite: Resistance – A Great Stealth Experience With Some Rough Edges

    Sniper Elite: Resistance takes the series to new heights, delivering a deeply satisfying stealth experience that, while not without its flaws, stands as a defining entry in the franchise and a highlight for stealth fans. The most immediate improvement lies in the level design, which surpasses even the impressive maps of Sniper Elite 5. The…

  • Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles is a good remaster of a game no one asked for.

    Okay, buckle up, Padawans, because we’re diving headfirst into the often-overlooked corner of the Star Wars gaming universe: the remaster of Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles. This isn’t your typical lightsaber-wielding epic; it’s a surprisingly faithful resurrection of a title many probably forgot existed, and it comes with both the charms of nostalgia…

  • Funko Fusion: A Nostalgic Journey Through Franchise Worlds

    Funko Fusion, the latest offering from the beloved toy and collectible company, has joined the ranks of genre-bending video games that combine nostalgia with a blend of adventure, humor, and a touch of whimsy. Drawing inspiration from titles such as Lego Dimensions, this game invites players on a mission through various beloved franchises, utilizing the…

  • The Spirit of the Samurai: Looks amazing but no fun to play 

    In an age where video games often strive for photorealistic graphics and expansive open worlds, The Spirit of the Samurai stands out as a breath of fresh air through its unique aesthetic. The game’s brilliant stop-motion graphics evoke a sense of nostalgia for classic animations, while the beautifully crafted environments draw players into a rich…

  • Kong: Survival Instinct – A Thrilling Urban Quest Amid Giants.

    Kong: Survival Instinct by 7levels is an intriguing twist on the Metroidvania genre, setting players in the crumbled remnants of a city where King Kong’s mythos collides with modern-day dystopia. As David, you embark on a gripping journey through landscapes undermined by monstrous Titans and nefarious foes led by the villainous Alan Jonah—all in a…

  • Europa: If Studio Ghibli made games

    Europa transports players to a beautifully crafted universe, drawing inspiration from both Studio Ghibli and games such as Journey. Set against the backdrop of a colonized version of Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, the game offers an experience that is both visually stunning and narratively compelling. A visual treat  From the moment you launch into the…

  • Neva: One of this year’s most beautiful experiences

    When GRIS was released it took most of us by storm with one of the most beautiful presentations we had seen and a story that touched us more than we managed to explain. Now, Nomada Studio is back with their spiritual follow-up; Neva. And before we go all in on the review, this is one…

  • Rogue Waters: A Pirate Rogue-lite Rife with Potential

    Ahoy there, me hearties! I’ve just embarked on a journey across the treacherous seas in the rogue-lite game, Rogue Waters, and I’m here to share me tale with ye. Rogue Waters, developed by Ice Code Games and published by Tripwire Interactive, casts players as a pirate captain sailing the unpredictable waters in search of treasure…

  • Wargroove 2 (Xbox): A small step forward

    Wargroove 2 was released late last year, but seeing how it went under our radar, we decided to bring it on this year’s GOTY list with the newly released Xbox version. Where the first Wargroove filled out a void with these kinds of games, Wargroove 2 comes at a time when turned-based strategy games with…