Video Game Reviews
DOOM 1 + DOOM 2 Review – Highway to Hell
The "enhanced edition" of id Software's acclaimed shooters is well worth playing for the mod support and the new Legacy of Rust campaign.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits (Xbox Series X) Review – Spiritfarer
Ember Lab's vibrant and charming debut game finally makes its way over to Xbox consoles.
Bleak Faith: Forsaken Review – Fog on the Barrow Downs
A great setting and some moody atmosphere can't make up for Bleak Faith's shortcomings in other areas.
Deathbound Review – A Difficult but Rewarding Soulslike
Deathbound is a new Souls-inspired RPG that features an interesting twist on the classic formula.
Valorant (PS5) Review – Check Your Corners
Riot Games' popular free-to-play tactical shooter finally arrives on consoles, but does it live up to the lofty expectations?
The Mortuary Assistant Review – Legitimately Terrifying
Being locked in a mortuary at night with raging demons is exactly as scary as you might think.
SteamWorld Heist 2 Review – A Heister’s Life for Me
Thunderful's sequel offers a vibrant new cast, a larger scale, more customization, and several engaging encounters, with a few hiccups.
Deadlink Review – Ghost in the Shell
Deadlink is a surprisingly robust and fun-to-play rogue like shooter that is well worth looking into
Stormgate Early Access Review – The Return of the RTS
Stormgate is a new real-time strategy game that might end up filling in the niche left behind by StarCraft.
Star Wars: Bounty Hunter Review – Jango Fett Returns
Some light upgrades to graphics and camera, but otherwise the same janky but fun Star Wars game from 2002.
Fallout: London Review – London is Calling
It may not be the most optimized experience, but Team FOLON's long-awaited mod is a fun romp through post-apocalyptic London.
Sylvio: Black Waters Review – Bite-Sized Dread
Sylvio: Black Waters is a narrative horror game that focuses on presenting a thick atmosphere rather than a full story.
F1 Manager 2024 Review – We Are the Champions
Aside from bugs, rough edges and Contract shenanigans, Frontier's latest is an enthralling take on the sport's behind-the-scenes action.
Earth Defense Force 6 Review – A Messy Horde of Arcade Fun
The biggest EDF yet manages to provide simple ridiculous fun despite its lack of polish and some gameplay hiccups.
Asphalt Legends Unite Review – United We Fall
Terrible ranked matchmaking and a bland new mode are annoying, but the expansion also does little to alleviate existing frustrations.
EA Sports College Football 25 Review – Game Day Vibes
The long-awaited return of EA Sports' college football series is finally here, with a fun sporting experience despite some issues.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora – The Sky Breaker Review – Skyfall
Gorgeous visuals and stellar music can't save this paid DLC from a contrived plot, lackluster enemies and repetitive activities.
Conscript Review – War Never Changes
A satisfying, nightmarish trek through the trenches of warfare.
Nobody Wants to Die Review – The Meaning of Life
Nobody Wants to Die is an extremely linear game, but its excellent writing and visuals make it a worthwhile experience.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn Review – Soulslite Odyssey
A solid entry point for Soulslike newcomers, and a fun romp for veterans of the genre.
EvilVEvil Review – Cyberpunk Vampires
Check out our thoughts on the 3-player co-op shooter EvilVEvil, which puts players in the shoes of vampires.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Review – A Whole Greater Than its Parts
A satisfying action/strategy hybrid that exudes delight.
Flock Review – A Charming Flight
A relaxing game about exploring and collecting.
Once Human Review – Not The Meta
Starry Studio's survival crafting shooter throws cosmic horror, looting and MMO elements into one big potpourri with mixed results.
Anger Foot Review – Kick Back
Equal parts first-person shooter and kick-fest, Free Lives' latest is a dirty, adrenaline-filled romp with a few annoyances.
Zenless Zone Zero Review – Beats by New Eridu
miHoYo's latest is a hack-and-slash extravaganza with stylish visuals, a killer soundtrack and surprising narrative depth.
System Shock Remake (PS5) Review – A Classic Reborn
A SHODAN for the ages.
The First Descendant Review – Falling Down
All the glitz and dopamine-inducing loot drops can't stop The First Descendant from feeling generic, repetitive and just plain soulless.
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble Review – Go Bananas
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble embodies what makes the series so endearing in its core gameplay, despite fumbling in other places.
Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD Review – Reach for the Moon
Luigi's return to Evershade Valley is a welcome one.