Tag: PC

  • Jurassic World Evolution 3: Refining the Formula, But Lacking the Roar

    Frontier Developments returns to its prehistoric management simulator with Jurassic World Evolution 3. This third installment successfully integrates several key quality-of-life adjustments and maintains the series’ trademark visual splendor, officially making it the best version of the dinosaur park simulator to date. However, improvement does not necessarily equal innovation. Despite its technical prowess, Evolution 3…

  • Simon the Sorcerer Origins: A Sarcastic Teenager’s Return

    Point-and-click adventure games, once the kings of the genre, have experienced a significant resurgence in recent years, following a long period in the doldrums. While Germany has certainly contributed some gems during this cooldown, the classics are now finding new life with fresh iterations. The latest to grace our screens is Simon the Sorcerer Origins,…

  • The Outer Worlds 2: The Peril of Iteration

    Obsidian Entertainment’s anticipated sequel to the cynical, corporate-dystopian RPG, The Outer Worlds 2, arrives at a prolific time for the studio. Following closely on the heels of their somewhat praised fantasy RPG, Avowed, and the sequel to the ongoing survival hit, Grounded, Obsidian has set an ambitious pace for 2025. The question looming over this…

  • Ninja Gaiden 4: A Bloody Good Time, If You Can Ignore the Story

    2025 is proving to be a stellar year for ninja enthusiasts, with the venerable Ninja Gaiden franchise spearheading the charge with not one, but two significant releases. Following the successful 2D revival in Ragebound, the series now leaps forward thirteen years to deliver its fourth installment, Ninja Gaiden 4. This time, Team Ninja has joined…

  • Keeper: A Double Fine Gem That Delivers Charm and Unexpected Depths

    The announcement of any new Double Fine game is met with a flutter of anticipation for me. There’s an undeniable magic woven into their creations – a unique blend of quirkiness, heartfelt charm, and a certain warmth that I find myself yearning for, particularly in the often-turbulent landscape of the real world. Thankfully, Keeper not…

  • Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny: Rolling the Dice on Nostalgia

    Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny offers a heartfelt trip down memory lane for fans of classic Nickelodeon cartoons, delivering a game that genuinely captures the spirit, humor, and quirky warmth of the shows it draws from. It feels less like a standard video game adaptation and more like a delightful, feature-length mashup episode where…

  • Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit: The Nerd’s NES Nightmare

    The Angry Video Game Nerd (AVGN) character has carved out a unique niche in the world of online entertainment, satirizing the frustrations and absurdities of classic video games with an unparalleled blend of crude humor and genuine passion. It’s only fitting, then, that the Nerd himself would venture into the very medium he lampoons. With…

  • Train World Sim 6: Incremental Progress on a Familiar Track

    Dovetail Games’ Train World Sim series has carved out a unique niche in the simulation genre, offering players an unparalleled level of authenticity in operating complex locomotives. With the recent release of Train World Sim 6, fans and newcomers alike are left wondering if this latest iteration delivers a significant step forward or merely an…

  • Hotel Barcelona: A Great Narrative Trapped in a Bloody Mess

    When news first broke of a collaboration between the enigmatic minds of SUDA51 and SWERY, a tremor of excitement ran through my mind. For fans of their distinctive, often peculiar, and always engaging narratives, the prospect of such a partnership was a dream come true. Both creators are known for their unique storytelling and memorable…

  • Strange Antiquities – A Cozy, Creepy Sequel That Expands the Formula

    When Strange Horticulture first appeared on the indie‑gaming radar, it arrived like a whispered secret in a dusty library—unexpected, enchanting, and utterly addictive from the opening page. I found myself glued to the screen, deciphering botanical riddles. By the time the final leaf fell, I was left yearning for a fresh mystery that could capture…