This review contains light spoilers about the first major gameplay event about two hours into the experience. Pentiment is the type of game that a subscription model like Xbox Game Pass enables. It’s an ambitious project from a small group within a very established team that smashes together two genres and explores an era not…
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Patapon 2 Remastered Review
After waiting almost two and a half years, the second game in Sony’s Patapon series has been remastered for a brand new audience on the PlayStation 4. How does Patapon 2: Remastered fair over 11 years since its original release? Well, it’s a mixed bag. The Story of Patapon 2: A Humble Re-Release Patapon 2 Remastered is a re-release…
Concrete Genie Review
James and the Giant Peach + Jet Grind Radio + Infamous = Concrete Genie. At first glance, I was certain that this equation would make for an incredibly compelling package. After working through the six-or-so-hour campaign and taking in the entire package, however, this title ambitiously swings for the fences. Still, it unfortunately only knocks out a ground-rule double on execution….
HITMAN: Definitive Edition Review
The HITMAN: Definitive Edition is the essential way to play IO Interactive’s fantastic re-invention of the Hitman series. What is the HITMAN: Definitive Edition? In addition to asking: “is HITMAN a good game,” you may very well be asking yourself, “what is the difference between HITMAN: Season 1, HITMAN: Game of the Year and HITMAN: Definitive Edition”? To understand that, it’s worth exploring the backstory of…
Yoku’s Island Express Review
Until Yoku’s Island Express, I never thought that a Metroidvania game could be combined with pinball. That’s what makes Villa Gorilla’s debut title so great. Not only is the game a joy to play, but it’s also unexpected and charts new territory in the adventure game genre. What is Yoku’s Island Express? In this refreshing take on…
God of War Review (Spoiler-Free)
In God of War, almost everything about the past games in the series has been thrown out. Apart from using Kratos’ back-story as grounding, the narrative, visual style, combat, controls and structure have all been rebuilt from the ground up to deliver an unforgettable experience. It’s easily one of the best games of the generation and…
