Posts By Varun Karunakar

Plants Vs. Zombies Replanted Review – Botanical Warfare

Plants Vs. Zombies Replanted Review – Botanical Warfare

The zombies are back with a bang, and it's up to us and Crazy Dave to stall their onslaught and take them down once and for all. But does Plants Vs. Zombies Replanted manage to keep our attention?

Almost Five Years, Zero Releases: Sony Has Wasted Bluepoint’s Potential

Almost Five Years, Zero Releases: Sony Has Wasted Bluepoint’s Potential

The last five years haven't been kind to Bluepoint Games considering that most of its work has been done away by Sony's failed live-service push.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A – 15 Tips And Tricks You Should Know

Pokémon Legends: Z-A – 15 Tips And Tricks You Should Know

Game Freak's take on the popular IP does come with its unique twists. But have no fear, we're here to ensure that you're getting the most out of the adventure no matter how you like to play it.

Ninja Gaiden 3 – What the Hell Went Wrong With it?

Ninja Gaiden 3 – What the Hell Went Wrong With it?

As Ninja Gaiden 4 nears, we revisit NG3: what went wrong, and how those lessons shape the new game.

NASCAR 25 Review – A New Chapter

NASCAR 25 Review – A New Chapter

NASCAR 25 drives like a dream but is that enough? We take a look at iRacing's take on the popular racing franchise, and whether it lives up to the hype it has garnered since it was announced.

ROG XBOX ALLY X and ROG XBOX ALLY – Everything You Need to Know

ROG XBOX ALLY X and ROG XBOX ALLY – Everything You Need to Know

We're as interested as you are in Asus and Xbox's collaborative effort to bring very versatile handhelds to a niche that's seeing a lot of tough competition. We're here to decide if these new devices ...

Kingmakers – 13 Details You Need to Know

Kingmakers – 13 Details You Need to Know

Redemption Road Games and TinyBuild might be on to something with a premise that's as unique as they come, working well with a gameplay loop that could be what RTS and action fans have always dreamed ...

5 Reasons Why Ninja Gaiden 4’s Combat Will Blow You Away

5 Reasons Why Ninja Gaiden 4’s Combat Will Blow You Away

Team Ninja and Platinum Games have built something that's sure to be both frustrating and thrilling once Ninja Gaiden 4 hits the shelves later this month. We dive into why we think so.

Ghost of Yotei, Red Dead Redemption 2, or Horizon Forbidden West – The Better Open World?

Ghost of Yotei, Red Dead Redemption 2, or Horizon Forbidden West – The Better Open World?

Massive maps, interesting activities, discoveries waiting to be made, and worlds that bring different time periods to life. But between Red Dead Redemption 2, Ghost of Yotei, and Horizon Forbidden Wes...

Ghost of Yōtei’s Combat Takes Everything Tsushima Did, and Perfects It

Ghost of Yōtei’s Combat Takes Everything Tsushima Did, and Perfects It

I often wondered what Lord Saito was feeding his men when we were fending them off during our time in Ezo. Turns out that it was quite a simple yet potent recipe courtesy of Sucker Punch.

After Ghost of Yōtei: The Most Likely Settings for the Next Ghost Game

After Ghost of Yōtei: The Most Likely Settings for the Next Ghost Game

What does the future hold for Sucker Punch's flagship franchise? Where could the Ghost go next and what could motivate them? We take a look at a few potential options for the studio.

Little Nightmares 3 Review – Mesmerizingly Terrifying

Little Nightmares 3 Review – Mesmerizingly Terrifying

Bandai Namco and Supermassive Games have come up with a winner, as this is an adventure that can have you at the edge of your seat despite a few minor complaints.

Ghost of Yotei vs Assassin’s Creed Shadows – Which Game Did It Better?

Ghost of Yotei vs Assassin’s Creed Shadows – Which Game Did It Better?

It's time to pit two very interesting current-gen takes on ancient Japan to see which one comes out on top. It's Atsu versus Naoe and Yasuke in a match that's going to be quite interesting indeed!

Ninja Gaiden 4 – Everything You Need to Know

Ninja Gaiden 4 – Everything You Need to Know

If you're looking for a fight in Team Ninja and Platinum Games’ collaborative effort to bring back Ninja Gaiden in all its glory, you might want to know what you're signing up for. That's where we c...

Silent Hill f: Why New Game+ (and Second, Third Runs) Are Essential

Silent Hill f: Why New Game+ (and Second, Third Runs) Are Essential

It's rare to see a game justify multiple playthroughs as well as Silent Hill f has done. But Konami's take on troubled teenagers gets very revelatory and engaging once you roll the credits on its stor...

Ghost of Yotei – 14 Details You May Not Know

Ghost of Yotei – 14 Details You May Not Know

Ghost of Yotei is shaping up to be a tale for the ages, with Atsu's quest for revenge bringing many interesting twists to Sucker Punch's excellent first outing in the Ghost franchise.

Alien: Rogue Incursion Part One Evolved Edition Review – Predictably Scary

Alien: Rogue Incursion Part One Evolved Edition Review – Predictably Scary

Survios’ take on Xenomorph-inspired horror is certainly fun to play when you pick it up and begin Zula's adventure. But does it manage to stay that way for the entirety of its runtime?

Konami Is Back With a Vengeance

Konami Is Back With a Vengeance

Konami is now firmly back in control of its wavering fortunes but how has it managed to turn things around? It's a success story that's both informative and inspiring, and we're here to accompany you ...

Silent Hill f Will Haunt You Long After You Stop Playing

Silent Hill f Will Haunt You Long After You Stop Playing

Haunting, harrowing, and humbling. Silent Hill f has taken the franchise's best and presented an experience that elevates it above its peers in ways that make its thrills and chills stay with you long...

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Review – Lighthearted

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Review – Lighthearted

Koei Tecmo’s latest Atelier entry may not break the mold, but it wins you over with a charming cast who are both fun to be around and skilled at what they do best. It’s endearing, entertaining, an...