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  8.8/10
  Way more forgiving and fun than I expected and I love it | Black Myth: Wukong Review review

  Black Myth: Wukong is an action-RPG rooted deeply in the 16th-century Chinese literary classic, Journey to the West. Players step into the fur of the "Destined One," a monkey warrior who bears a striking resemblance to the legendary Sun Wukong. The story isn't just a simple retelling; it’s a soulful journey where you retrace the footsteps of the original Monkey King, seeking to recover lost relics and perhaps reclaim a legacy that was shattered long ago. It’s a narrative-heavy experience, packed with cinematic flair and a deep reverence for its mythological roots.

  May 10, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  7.3/10
  Beautiful, atmospheric, but still a missed opportunity | Final Fantasy XV Review review

  The legacy of Final Fantasy has always been defined by evolution, but few shifts were as seismic as the move from the strategic, menu-driven command systems of the past to the frantic, real-time action of the modern era. Final Fantasy XV represents the definitive turning point in that saga—a moment where the series traded the safety of turn-based combat for a high-octane, open-world experience. It was an ambitious gamble that aimed to bridge the gap between classic RPG depth and the immediate, kinetic energy of a character-action game.

  May 1, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  8/10
  Innocently taps into your creative side in a way that feels effortless | ShantyTown Review review

  ShantyTown is a creative, stress-free puzzle game that also happens to be a bite-sized city builder. Eschewing the complex logistics of power grids, budgetary concerns, or population happiness, it focuses on the simple, tactile joy of placing colorful structures in cramped, but charming ShantyTown spaces. It’s a game that respects your time and your creativity, offering a "cozy" experience that feels genuinely restorative without all the pressures and challenges of a typical city builder..

  May 1, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  9/10
  The Moon’s Best Kept Secret? Why CAPCOM’s PRAGMATA Is a Sci-Fi Experiment Worth Trying | PRAGMATA Review review

  The dual-control system between Hugh and Diana in CAPCOM’s PRAGMATA transforms potential "escort mission" tropes into a rewarding, synchronized action-puzzler reminiscent of The World Ends with You. This core mechanic requires precise, simultaneous management of both characters to deliver satisfying combat synergy.

  April 21, 2026 • By mcytg
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  7.7/10
  Turning The Pages In A Cozy, Slow-Burn Dream | Tiny Bookshop Review review

  Tiny Bookshop is a cozy management sim that puts you behind the wheel of a mobile bookstore. Set in the picturesque town of Bookstonbury, the game tasks you with stocking shelves, decorating your trailer, and becoming the community's go-to literary expert. It is a title designed for the "quiet gaming" crowd, focusing on the simple, meditative rhythm of matching the right story to the right reader.

  April 10, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  My 2025 Games of the Year write-up

  Better late than never! 2025 has been an absolute whirlwind for the industry. From the quiet, snowy peaks of the Yotei mountains to the chaotic, mud-caked battlefields of medieval Bohemia, this year has proven that whether it's a massive AAA sequel or a tight, experimental indie, the bar for "immersion" has been set higher than ever before.

  February 9, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  9.5/10
  The King of JRPGs | Persona 5 Royal Review review

  Persona 5 Royal is the definitive edition of Atlus's award-winning JRPG, thrusting players into the double life of a high school student in modern-day Tokyo. By day, you navigate the complexities of teenage life – exams, part-time jobs, and relationships. By night, you are a Phantom Thief, entering the Metaverse to steal the distorted desires of corrupt individuals. This enhanced release expands the original with a new arc, new characters, and refined mechanics.

  January 27, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  8.8/10
  An Extraction Shooter That Respects Your Time And Money | Arc Raiders Review review

  Arc Raiders is a third-person extraction shooter that drops players into a sci-fi post-apocalyptic world dominated by ruthless ‘Arc” machines. Unlike the grueling marathons of its contemporaries, it offers a refined, high-stakes experience that respects your time, blending intense PvPvE combat with a satisfying loot-and-extract loop that feels fair for solos and squads alike.

  January 19, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  9/10
  Short, Stacked, and Absolutely Stellar | Dispatch Review review

  How is it possible that a short game like Dispatch is this jam-packed with absolutely cool, hilarious, and outright epic moments? A lot of “short” narrative games feel like extended demos or proof-of-concept experiments. Dispatch feels like a short but fully realized eight-episode season that just happens to be interactive.

  January 4, 2026 • By lyndonguitar
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  7.5/10
  A love letter to the classics | Chained Echoes - Quick Review review

  Timeless classic, modernized. An indie game that will give you a sense of familiarity if you have a broad knowledge on various JRPG franchises, notable references include Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy VI, to name a few.

  January 3, 2026 • By mcytg
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  9.4/10
  The King of Rogue-lites is Back and More Fun Than Ever | Hades II Review review

  How do you follow up a game that redefined its genre and was universally praised as a modern masterpiece? In Hades II, Supergiant Games has answered that impossible question with a resounding success. The original Hades perfected the rogue-lite formula with kickass combat, endless procedural mechanics, and clever, character-driven storytelling. Yet, incredibly, Hades II has managed to top every single aspect of the first game and made them better.

  December 5, 2025 • By lyndonguitar
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  7.8/10
  A Decent Return To Form, with Caveats | Battlefield 6 Review review

  The series fell hard, but Battlefield 6 has managed to pull off an undeniable turnaround, leading to one of the biggest selling launches in the franchise's history. It’s a massive comeback, succeeding where its predecessor failed. However, behind that success, Battlefield 6 still doesn't quite hit the notes required to be considered the ultimate Battlefield experience.

  December 4, 2025 • By lyndonguitar
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  9.1/10
  Masterclass in Anti-Fatigue Open World Design | Ghost of Yotei Review review

  Ghost of Yotei, the newest installment in the acclaimed feudal Japan action series, shifts the stage to Ezo/Hokkaido Japan, introducing a new protagonist, Atsu, and a razor-sharp revenge narrative. Set during a tumultuous period, the game follows Atsu as she embraces the path of the Ghost to hunt down her targets. While built upon the foundations of its predecessors, Yotei immediately distinguishes itself by prioritizing refined gameplay flow and anti-fatigue design over overwhelming map density, setting it up as a truly modern open-world experience.

  October 20, 2025 • By lyndonguitar
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  9.4/10
  The Most Creative, Imaginative, Co-op Game To Date | Split Fiction Review review

  Split Fiction is an exclusively two-player experience defined by its literal split screen. One player navigates a high-fantasy setting of elves, dragons, and ancient ruins. The other exists in a neon-drenched, chrome-plated sci-fi world full of robots and laser grids. The brilliance lies in how these two separate realities constantly overlap, making it arguably one of the most creative level and game mechanic designs for a co-op game, or any video game, ever.

  October 14, 2025 • By lyndonguitar
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  9.5/10
  A must-play narratively driven RPG and technical showcase | Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Review review

  The stars finally lined up, and I was able to play Cyberpunk 2077 almost five years after its release. Honestly, I didn’t even know what to expect. My hype and expectations for the game have been on a rollercoaster these past few years, but I can honestly say the experience of playing it for the first time in 2025 was still beyond what I expected, given its history.

  October 8, 2025 • By lyndonguitar
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  9.5/10
  A soothing slice-of-life romantic adventure that's wonderfully genuine | Haven Review review

  Haven is a compelling, highly stylized adventure that excels as a genuine slice-of-life romantic story in a unique science fiction setting. Though often classified as an RPG or survival game, its true appeal lies in its cozy atmosphere and rhythmic flow. You follow two fugitives, Yu and Kay, as they glide across beautiful, fragmented alien landscapes to survive and strengthen their bond.

  September 27, 2025 • By lyndonguitar
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  7/10
  HD-2D's Spiritual Successor from the creators of Final Fantasy | Octopath Traveler Review review

  Octopath Traveler is a game that allows you to explore the world of Orsterra featuring the eight travelers - each with their own stories to tell. Its soundtrack and its gameplay is a spiritual successor of the likes of Final Fantasy, developed and published by Square Enix and Acquire.

  September 21, 2025 • By mcytg
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  8.4/10
  From Bad First Impression to Favorite | Shadow of War - Review review

  Middle-earth: Shadow of War is a triumphant action RPG built on a foundation of compelling systems. The game's addictive Nemesis, Follower, and Fortress systems create a cycle of conquest and personal narrative that makes every encounter feel unique. The fluid free-flow combat and deep progression mechanics combine for a deeply rewarding experience.

  September 18, 2025 • By lyndonguitar