I know the reception to RE3-make was mixed considering how amazing RE2 remake was but Capcom absolutely knocks it out of the park again with RE4 remake. I know a lot of fans were nervous they wouldn't be able to pay service to the original, but this game modernizes everything so perfectly from the original RE4. The new mechanics are much more friendly for newer players compared to the tighter controls of the original. It keeps all of its RE charm and cheese and the execution is so well-done. All I'm left wondering now is if they're going to remaking RE5 and 6.

Now that I've had time to sit with what transpired in this game, I feel like the hype has died down and I did overblow it in my initial reaction. The game is still very good, but not perfect. I think Insomniac definitely played it safe for what they could do although it's safe to say they have perfected Spider-Man web swinging. The story is on par with the first and the way Venom is used is honestly pretty unique to how he's used in other Spider-Man stories. Very fun time, hoping the third game will be the best.

It is a bit disappointing that 2023 was such a big year for games because it means that this really great game got overlooked and overshadowed. Survivor improves upon Fallen Order in many ways, most importantly, the combat. The addition of the new lightsaber styles allows for different builds and different approaches of playing the game. You also get another solid story that is really acted out very well and Cameron Monaghan steals the show as Cal Kestis. I can't wait to see what they do in the third game.