GenesisPlatinum
2022
Entertaining enough FPS with some jokes and 4th wall-breaking here and there. Gameplay was better than the story overall, as the guns and the level design were the best parts of the game.
Fun game to play, especially if you have game pass, it is worth checking out overall.
Fun game to play, especially if you have game pass, it is worth checking out overall.
(Played early via Icon Edition Early Access)
A much-needed, well-polished version of WWE 2K! 2K23 has the best mechanics and the smoothest gameplay of the 2K games I have played. I played through the Showcase mode and beat all objectives and it was them most seamless experience I've had with these games.
Reversals, submissions and attacks feel much better than previous entries and the Showcase Mode for John Cena had some incredible matches with tons of memorable moments and some insane matches.
I still want to experience the MyRise and MyUniverse modes and see how they are in this game, but overall this is the best playing WWE 2K game and I've really enjoyed my time with it so far.
Lots more gameplay to come for me, I am very pleased with the final product of this game as a WWE and WWE 2K fan.
A much-needed, well-polished version of WWE 2K! 2K23 has the best mechanics and the smoothest gameplay of the 2K games I have played. I played through the Showcase mode and beat all objectives and it was them most seamless experience I've had with these games.
Reversals, submissions and attacks feel much better than previous entries and the Showcase Mode for John Cena had some incredible matches with tons of memorable moments and some insane matches.
I still want to experience the MyRise and MyUniverse modes and see how they are in this game, but overall this is the best playing WWE 2K game and I've really enjoyed my time with it so far.
Lots more gameplay to come for me, I am very pleased with the final product of this game as a WWE and WWE 2K fan.
2023
An interesting hack and slash action game! Playing as Stone, the badass katana-wielding special agent in this thrilling game had its ups and downs. The combat was fast, intense and fluid, while feeling clunky and uneven in different sections.
The narrative seemed like it was getting somewhere with the cutscenes between the games and the interesting anime cutscenes between levels intrigued me and made me interested in playing further. Sadly, you experience less of the cutscenes and more of frustrating combat sequences. The checkpoint placements are all over the place, the enemy spawns can be punishing and the damage you deal does not feel nearly enough to what you think you would deal to enemies.
I did enjoy getting a hang of the combat and sequences towards the end of the game, as understanding the mechanics and combat fully felt very rewarding. Funny enough, I did find the enemy encounters to be harder than some of the bosses, which I found very odd and an interesting, so-to-speak, design choice
This is a game that I enjoyed very much but would only recommend if you are into games like DmC or Ninja Gaiden.
The narrative seemed like it was getting somewhere with the cutscenes between the games and the interesting anime cutscenes between levels intrigued me and made me interested in playing further. Sadly, you experience less of the cutscenes and more of frustrating combat sequences. The checkpoint placements are all over the place, the enemy spawns can be punishing and the damage you deal does not feel nearly enough to what you think you would deal to enemies.
I did enjoy getting a hang of the combat and sequences towards the end of the game, as understanding the mechanics and combat fully felt very rewarding. Funny enough, I did find the enemy encounters to be harder than some of the bosses, which I found very odd and an interesting, so-to-speak, design choice
This is a game that I enjoyed very much but would only recommend if you are into games like DmC or Ninja Gaiden.
2022
Went in expecting a fun anime hack and slash but was a bit disappointed with what I experienced. Combat felt clunky and tedious and the interactions between the main characters left for more to be desired overall. Cannot say I would recommend this title unless it was on sale, or if more content was added to flesh the game out.
2023
Excellent remake of one of my favorite games of all time! I was going into this remake not knowing what to expect - if it would exceed my expectations or if it would disappoint me.
I can confidently say that this new version of Dead Space left me feeling amazed by the work and care that was put in and the fluidity of the gameplay, experience, combat and overall presentation.
The game played just like how I remember it did back on the Xbox 360 original version. This time around, however, I felt the controls were more responsive, the environments fleshed out and fully realized and the combat more intense and gripping.
The shading, draw distance, lighting/ray tracing and rendering all were fantastic, brining this classic into the modern day with a fresh coat of paint and a reworked engine. Having a classic game that still plays well tuned up like this is something marvelous and special, and to experience it in this way is truly a magical experience.
If there are plans for a Dead Space 2 remake, I am all aboard and eagerly awaiting.
I can confidently say that this new version of Dead Space left me feeling amazed by the work and care that was put in and the fluidity of the gameplay, experience, combat and overall presentation.
The game played just like how I remember it did back on the Xbox 360 original version. This time around, however, I felt the controls were more responsive, the environments fleshed out and fully realized and the combat more intense and gripping.
The shading, draw distance, lighting/ray tracing and rendering all were fantastic, brining this classic into the modern day with a fresh coat of paint and a reworked engine. Having a classic game that still plays well tuned up like this is something marvelous and special, and to experience it in this way is truly a magical experience.
If there are plans for a Dead Space 2 remake, I am all aboard and eagerly awaiting.
2023
An absolutely magical experience! This was the Harry Potter/Wizarding World game I have been wanting since I was reading the books years ago.
Creating your character, selecting your house, wand, patronus, animal, etc. was so immersive and the fact that you could attend classes and learn spells in different ways made the whole experience engaging and immersive.
The story was surprising to me as well - I was not expecting much out of the story, rather, I didn't know what to expect overall from it. I was shocked, playing through the story was like experiencing a movie! The role you play, the cast of characters, the stakes, the motives, the lore, the history - all of it made for a great experience that I was blown away by.
Riding around on your broom or your magical companion mount felt wonderous, as flying through the sky and seeing the Wizarding World beneath you was breathtaking. Interacting with the world in ways like this and others, such as meeting magical creatures and fighting against the threats of the world really helped to capture the magical essence of this game and help to create the adventurous tone and spirit of the game.
I am hoping for more content and looking forward to hearing more about this game and series.
Creating your character, selecting your house, wand, patronus, animal, etc. was so immersive and the fact that you could attend classes and learn spells in different ways made the whole experience engaging and immersive.
The story was surprising to me as well - I was not expecting much out of the story, rather, I didn't know what to expect overall from it. I was shocked, playing through the story was like experiencing a movie! The role you play, the cast of characters, the stakes, the motives, the lore, the history - all of it made for a great experience that I was blown away by.
Riding around on your broom or your magical companion mount felt wonderous, as flying through the sky and seeing the Wizarding World beneath you was breathtaking. Interacting with the world in ways like this and others, such as meeting magical creatures and fighting against the threats of the world really helped to capture the magical essence of this game and help to create the adventurous tone and spirit of the game.
I am hoping for more content and looking forward to hearing more about this game and series.
A very fun Star Wars adventure! Captivating story, intriguing boss battles and colorful and exciting worlds to explore. Cal's adventure in this game was an intense and suspenseful thriller, I was engaged in the story the whole way through.
The only critique I would give for this game would be for it to have tighter combat and more polished level design/traversal.
The final boss fight for me on PC crashed when beating them three times in a row with my first three attempts. I was forced to skip the final cutscene to achieve finishing the game. I hope this bug gets fixed for future PC players. Other than these critiques, it is a game worth experiencing.
The only critique I would give for this game would be for it to have tighter combat and more polished level design/traversal.
The final boss fight for me on PC crashed when beating them three times in a row with my first three attempts. I was forced to skip the final cutscene to achieve finishing the game. I hope this bug gets fixed for future PC players. Other than these critiques, it is a game worth experiencing.
A masterclass of peak gaming; a spectacle of immersion and adventure. Everything I have dreamed of and more.
2023
A great entry in the Final Fantasy series! Enjoyed my time with this game very much.
2023
Fun expansion! The new Strand abilities were very unique and interesting, very happy to get a new subclass to play with in Destiny. Calus returning was very enjoyable to see and seeing more of the Witness was great for the overarching plot.
Only critiques I have are the restriction of Strand through the campaign: some of the level design feeling off with enemy placement and level design structure, and the plot feeling like a bit of a letdown overall.
The Neptune environment could have been a bit more lively/intricate with more building hopping/maneuvering and a bit more neon/brightness to the locations.
Other than that, great expansion! I can't wait to play more of the content!
Only critiques I have are the restriction of Strand through the campaign: some of the level design feeling off with enemy placement and level design structure, and the plot feeling like a bit of a letdown overall.
The Neptune environment could have been a bit more lively/intricate with more building hopping/maneuvering and a bit more neon/brightness to the locations.
Other than that, great expansion! I can't wait to play more of the content!
A legendary sci-fi FPS game made even better with a Remastered version. Played this on the GameCube and had a blast with this Switch version.
2023
I was very much excited to play this game seeing the PlayStation Direct footage, the Project Athia developer videos and the gameplay footage showcasing the traversal and combat. It very much seemed like a promising, fluid action RPG akin to Final Fantasy XV. Unfortunately, Forspoken tried very hard to deliver on multiple aspects of what a great action RPG can be but came short and failed to deliver.
To start off positively, I adored the combat in this game. The starting magic is cool - a nice introduction spell set to start you off with. Then the game get interesting with the addition of Tanta magic that you unlock the further you progress in the game. Each new spell set I unlocked engaged me the more I played and achieved in my play through.
Unfortunately, this is the extent of my excitement with this game, as there isn't much more to write home about. The world is lacking; for an open-world, there isn't much that is interesting or engaging. No interesting landmarks, no random event, no world-building through exploring the world, etc. For a game that emphasized on traversal and exploring the world with magic, it is a bit too bland to want to even attempt seeing the unfamiliar territory.
The boss fights and enemy encounters were okay, not the worst but not the best. Some mid-boss encounters felt unbalanced and not fun at all, sometimes making them a bit more difficult than the actual boss encounters. Some of the bosses, especially in the later section of the game felt a bit unfinished and needed reworking, especially one in the later section of the game that I won't spoil.
Overall, I was expecting a lot out of the game and it fell short in various aspects. Possibly with some further patches and some new content this game can be redeemed for a better experience for new and future players. As of now I would recommend for the combat, as I think it is worth playing for that aspect alone.
To start off positively, I adored the combat in this game. The starting magic is cool - a nice introduction spell set to start you off with. Then the game get interesting with the addition of Tanta magic that you unlock the further you progress in the game. Each new spell set I unlocked engaged me the more I played and achieved in my play through.
Unfortunately, this is the extent of my excitement with this game, as there isn't much more to write home about. The world is lacking; for an open-world, there isn't much that is interesting or engaging. No interesting landmarks, no random event, no world-building through exploring the world, etc. For a game that emphasized on traversal and exploring the world with magic, it is a bit too bland to want to even attempt seeing the unfamiliar territory.
The boss fights and enemy encounters were okay, not the worst but not the best. Some mid-boss encounters felt unbalanced and not fun at all, sometimes making them a bit more difficult than the actual boss encounters. Some of the bosses, especially in the later section of the game felt a bit unfinished and needed reworking, especially one in the later section of the game that I won't spoil.
Overall, I was expecting a lot out of the game and it fell short in various aspects. Possibly with some further patches and some new content this game can be redeemed for a better experience for new and future players. As of now I would recommend for the combat, as I think it is worth playing for that aspect alone.
2023
Resident Evil is a series that masterfully creates a setting so horrific and exhilarating that it amazes me when the next installment releases and I am blown away each and every time. Resident Evil 4, for me, has to be a perfect rendition of what a survivor horror game should be and can be. The combat, the meticulous story, the tension, the enemy variety, the addicting gameplay loop - everything in this game just works so well and keeps me engaged and on the edge of my seat.
What I really appreciate about this remake of the original is how the game feels and flows with the enhancements - Leon feels more human and still has his cham and one-liners, Ashley is toned down from her constant cries of help for Leon and feels more organic and natural. The combat feels refined and refreshed, bringing the already great combat to modern day with the RE Engine's support to make this game play and flow so smoothly.
Crafting healing items, ammo, managing inventory and putting gems and treasures together made for such an addictive gameplay loop that my friend and I plan on doing another playthrough of the game. This is because we just had so much fun playing the game and it shows that everything about it works so well.
RE 4 Remake is worth the price of admission and dares to prove why it is the king of survivor horror to this day with this masterpiece of a remake.
What I really appreciate about this remake of the original is how the game feels and flows with the enhancements - Leon feels more human and still has his cham and one-liners, Ashley is toned down from her constant cries of help for Leon and feels more organic and natural. The combat feels refined and refreshed, bringing the already great combat to modern day with the RE Engine's support to make this game play and flow so smoothly.
Crafting healing items, ammo, managing inventory and putting gems and treasures together made for such an addictive gameplay loop that my friend and I plan on doing another playthrough of the game. This is because we just had so much fun playing the game and it shows that everything about it works so well.
RE 4 Remake is worth the price of admission and dares to prove why it is the king of survivor horror to this day with this masterpiece of a remake.
2023
A nice entry in the Fire Emblem series that was supposed to be an anniversary title for the series 30th anniversary. Fun characters, levels and battles in this game, although I feel like I enjoyed Three Houses and Awakening more than this entry. It was a fun enough journey that I would likely check out the DLC content in the future.
2023
It's finally here! Eagerly waited for this game since beating Dead Island 1 and it was a very fun experience. The combat felt very fluid, crafting was fun and intuitive and the storyline was fun and engaging to play through. It feels like the games of the 360/PS3 era and that is not a bad thing at all. I am looking forward to more content to come if we get some and I will be playing more with friends on PS5 and PC.