Video Game Reviews
Highguard Review – Warden of None
Wildlight Entertainment's PvP raid shooter mash-up of multiplayer elements offers a repetitive, uninspired and dull time.
Code Vein 2 Review – Back to the Past
Does Bandai Namco's latest take on the Soulslike franchise hit harder than the first title? Yes, but there are a few caveats.
2XKO Review – Let’s Go!
2XKO is Riot Games’ latest effort to expand League of Legends into a new competitive genre, while still being easy to pick up and play.
Front Mission 3 Remake PS5 Review – An Improvement Over the Switch Version
Mecha tactical RPG from the late 90s? Whoa, sign me up. Though, Front Mission 3 Remake is not the ideal definitive version of the game, it's an improvement over the Switch version.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade (Nintendo Switch 2) Review – 30 Years Overdue
The Avalanche crew heads to the Nintendo Switch 2 with excellent results.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Xbox Series X Review – Still Stunning
An excellent version of an already great title arrives on Xbox in what’s shaping up to be a great year for the console.
Brokenlore: Unfollow Review – This Horror Game Is Surprisingly Great
Serafini Productions’ take on bullying and the impact of social media on troubled minds is not just relevant, but quite the entertainer when its systems manage to come together.
Arknights: Endfield Review – Stars From the End
Hypergryph's action RPG foray falls short in several places, but the unorthodox systems, exploration and visuals make it worth a try.
MIO: Memories in Orbit Review – The Heart of the Matter
Douze Dixièmes' latest is an uneven experience, despite the gorgeous art style, intriguing premise and responsive controls.
Code Violet Review – More Irritation Than Tension
TeamKill’s attempt at a survival horror game with dinosaurs in the mix could’ve been so much more, but there’s no excusing the wasted potential on display here.
Pathologic 3 Review – Groundhog Day
Ice-Pick Lodge's time-bending adventure of overcoming an outbreak is its most involving, deftly written and compelling adventure yet.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora – From the Ashes Review – A Satisfying Capstone
From the Ashes is the latest expansion for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, adding a new area to explore and a fresh story to experience.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Review – Simple and Satisfying
LEVEL-5’s football RPG has far more strengths than weaknesses, and its charming presentation more than makes up for its flaws.
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon – Sanctuary of Sarras Review – An Excellent Addition
Sanctuary of Sarras adds real weight to Tainted Grail’s wider mythos, expanding the lore the base game established and making the larger narrative feel richer as a result.
Terminator 2D: No Fate Review – What We Make for Ourselves
Bitmap Bureau's adaptation of a timeless classic isn't perfect, but it packs enough to make this a worthwhile run-and-gun platformer.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Switch 2 Review – A Compromised Port
Excerpt: Skyrim: Anniversary Edition on the Switch 2 is an unfortunately compromised version where it should be a slam dunk.
Pioneers of Pagonia Review – Build and Expand
Pioneers of Pagonia is finally out after having spent almost two years in Early Access. How well did this city builder turn out? Find out!
ROUTINE Review – The Moon’s Haunted?
ROUTINE is finally out after spending over a decade in development. Check out our review to see if it was worth the wait.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review – Refined but Restrained
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, shines in sound, visuals, controls, and performance, but level design is flat and NPC chatter nags.
Ferocious Review – Dinosaur Island
Ferocious is an indie shooter that throws you on an island full of dinosaurs, soldiers and mechs with some guns. Is it worth your time
Skate Story Review – The Moon Haunts You
A surreal journey that's eerily relatable, reinforced by some fun skateboarding, incredible art direction and excellent music.
Destiny 2: Renegades Review – Somehow, Destiny Returned
Bungie's live-service wonder isn't dead yet, but Renegades is more of a stabilizing addition rather than an infusion of fresh ideas.
Elden Ring Nightreign: The Forsaken Hollows Review – The Dreg Heap
New Nightfarers, Day 3 bosses and a new map make this an essential buy for the hardcore, but it still stumbles in baffling ways.
Sleep Awake Review – A One Hit Wonder
Eyes Out's attempt at presenting a unique take on an interesting premise is going to entertain you, but isn't likely going to keep you coming back for more.
Red Dead Redemption (PS5) Review – Behind The Times
Is the third re-release of a classic in modern gaming in as many years worth buying into? Or does this one deserve a pass? We dived in to find out, and things are a little less binary.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 PS5 Review – The Sky’s the Limit
While still imperfect on PS5, MSFS 2024’s methodical simulation pushes even casual flyers toward piloting zenith.
Octopath Traveler 0 Review – The Power of Eight
While its story and characters aren't the most memorable, this prequel makes up for it with the combat and abject freedom.
Kirby Air Riders Review – A Shockingly Great Ride
Kirby Air Riders is a chaotic, bombastic, adrenaline-fueled thrill-ride that strikes the perfect balance between being simple and rewarding skill.
Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive Review – Shadowfall
Netmarble Neo's action RPG is a shoddy adaptation of the beloved manhwa and a terrible, repetitive experience otherwise.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Review – Against the Tide
Chock-full of fun references and packed with enjoyable action, Tribute Games' latest is yet another winner for beat 'em up fans.