Tag: console
- Use the power of candy crush matching to combat monsters| First Impressions - Bright Reappear Review
Bright Reappear is an intriguing fusion of the popular Candy Crush match-three puzzle system and retro-style turn-based RPG gameplay. While these both addicting genres have rarely been combined in the past, this game brings its own unique twists to the table.
June 26, 2023 - A revamped mobile version of the beloved console retro game | Impressions - Neon Abyss: Infinite Review
Neon Abyss: Infinite, the revamped mobile version of the beloved PC and console retro game, brings the addictive gameplay and stylish retro aesthetics to the mobile platform. This adaptation to touch controls is well-executed, providing players with a seamless experience on their mobile devices. Although the game retains its core mechanics and charm, it introduces some changes, including free-to-play elements and gacha mechanics. While Neon Abyss: Infinite shows great promise, it is important to note that the game is in Early Access, and therefore, still requires optimization and improvement.
June 22, 2023 -
Valorant is coming with a new update (Patch 7.0) this June 27, which introduces the highly requested Team Deathmatch mode along with three exclusive maps made specifically for the game mode: Piazza, District, and Kasbah. In terms of aesthetics, Piazza bears a resemblance to Ascent with its European architecture, District resembles Split with its urban Japanese setting, and Kasbah shares similarities with Bind with its African location.
June 21, 2023 -
An underrated PvE alien shooter, as long as it’s cheap | Full Review - Rainbow Six: Extraction ReviewTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six® Extraction Rainbow Six: Extraction, the latest installment in the critically acclaimed Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six series, takes a bold step into the realm of PvE squad-based cooperative gameplay.
June 20, 2023 -
Developed and published by Ubisoft, Rainbow Six: Extraction brings together the tactical prowess and intensity of Rainbow Six Siege with a thrilling PvE (Player vs. Environment) experience, heavily inspired by the successful limited-time game mode, Outbreak, in Rainbow Six Siege, Extraction expands upon that cooperative gameplay experience.
June 20, 2023 -
A focus on psychological horror, storytelling, graphics, and immersion | Full Review: Layers of Fear ReviewLayers of Fear (2023) is a psychological horror game that takes players on a chilling journey through the twisted minds of various artists; the painter, the daughter, the musician, and the actor.
June 19, 2023 -
Layers of Fear (2023) is a remake of the original two games plus its DLC introduces a reimagined story, stunning visuals, and a comprehensive package that will captivate fans of the series, while serving as a good entry point for newcomers..
June 19, 2023 -
Towaga: Among Shadows Set in a mysterious and dark Aztec-inspired world, Towaga: Among Shadows places players in the role of Chimu, a masked protagonist with supernatural powers, tasked with defending the sacred Temple of Towaga from relentless hordes of shadow creatures.
June 16, 2023 - Use your light powers to hold back hordes of darkness | First Impressions - Towaga Among Shadows Review
Towaga: Among Shadows is a 2D shoot 'em up game that blends dual/single stick shooting and tower defense elements. It was previously released for Switch, PC, Playstation, Apple Arcade, and has since made its way to mobile platforms (iOS, Android) with a recent release last June 15, 2023.
June 16, 2023 -
A highly customizable blend of roguelike and puzzles | Full Review - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon ReviewShovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is a roguelike dungeon crawler puzzle game that serves as a spin-off to the critically acclaimed Shovel Knight series. In this game, players take on the role of the protagonist, Shovel Knight, who becomes trapped within a magical artifact called the Pocket Dungeon.
June 11, 2023 - Dungeon crawler mixed w/ Tetris and Candy Crush? | First Impressions - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon Review
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is an engaging and addictive roguelike dungeon crawler puzzle available on Switch, PC, and with a Netflix exclusive port for Android and iOS. It draws inspiration from retro-style 2D platformers of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. With its pixelated art style and charming graphics, the game pays homage to classic video games.
June 11, 2023 -
Amnesia: The Bunker Amnesia: The Bunker, developed by the creators of the popular horror games SOMA, Penumbra, and the Amnesia series, is a first-person horror game that takes players on a gripping journey through the dark and claustrophobic corridors of a World War I bunker.
June 8, 2023 -
Amnesia: The Bunker offers a chilling and unforgettable first person horror experience through its gripping atmosphere, non-linear gameplay, resource management mechanics, and a dynamic AI-driven monster.
June 8, 2023 - 911 calls get forwarded to a late night radio talk show host | First Impressions - Killer Frequency Review
Killer Frequency is a first-person horror puzzle game set in the 1980s. Players assume the role of Forrest Nash, a late night radio talk show host on 189.16, “The Scream”, in the small town of Gallows Creek. The game revolves around the mysterious return of the killer known as The Whistling Man, who is causing havoc in the town.
June 7, 2023 -
An impressive evolution for the renowned fighting game franchise | Full Review - Street Fighter 6 ReviewStreet Fighter™ 6 Street Fighter 6 is a 2023 fighting game developed and published by Capcom and the sixth main entry in the Street Fighter franchise, it was recently released and now available for PC, Playstation, and Xbox.
June 4, 2023 -
Street Fighter 6 has come a long way. It features a 18-character roster of both new and returning fighters rendered in new Full 3D art style that looks much closer now to contemporaries like Tekken, than the classic 2D or artistic visuals of Street Fighter, however, the spirit of Street Fighter is still felt here. Street Fighter 6’s roster of 18 characters is mostly familiar, with 12 returning characters and six being entirely new.
June 4, 2023 -
Diablo IV has finally arrived (in Early Access form), and it's a game that effortlessly merges the best elements of its predecessors. With a skillful combination of Diablo II skill tree mechanics and dark tone, along with Diablo III's smooth combat and quality of life improvements, this latest installment in the series offers the best Diablo experience for both longtime fans and newcomers alike. I was fortunate enough to be able to play Diablo IV in Early Access, and I have to tell you guys, it is amazing. It is everything I had hoped it would be, coming from Diablo 3 and 2.
June 4, 2023 -
Diablo® IV Diablo IV is the upcoming installment in the popular action role-playing game series developed by Blizzard Entertainment. The game is set to release for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox on June 6, 2023.
June 4, 2023 -
Battle Chasers: Nightwar Battle Chasers: Nightwar is a turn-based RPG game in a fantasy world where players command a group of heroes on a quest to uncover the secrets of The Lost Vale and defeat an evil sorceress.
May 29, 2023 - Turn-based RPG, with some pretty cool mechanics | First Impressions - Battle Chasers: Nightwar Review
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is a role-playing game (RPG) developed by Airship Syndicate and published by THQ Nordic. An adaptation of Joe Madureira's fantasy comic book series of the same name and originally released as a PC game, it has been ported to the mobile platforms as well. For the purpose of this review, I will be talking about the Android version.
May 29, 2023