StilyMunky
2014
One of the best horror game that I played. Perfectly nailed aesthetic. The graphics are decent enough to accommodate the game's overall aesthetic.
The level design is varied somewhat with different types of enemies and different strategies that are implemented on every single different level. These makes the game feels more exciting and makes it more of the on your toes experience.
Gameplay is quite engaging regardless of any type of approach. Gameplay progression is done amazingly, it always felt like there's no stagnant moment. The enemy AI is actually quite smart, I feel like there's no strategy to bypass a possible "dumb" AI because they behave unpredictably yet very realistic. The sound design to accompany the feel of the game is handled beautifully.
Although not the forefront of the game's intended focus, the animation of some of the game's small cutscene is quite awkward. Also the UI I think can be improved just a tad bit.
Overall, amazing game all the way, with some really really minor inconveniences in terms of UI and the animation.
The level design is varied somewhat with different types of enemies and different strategies that are implemented on every single different level. These makes the game feels more exciting and makes it more of the on your toes experience.
Gameplay is quite engaging regardless of any type of approach. Gameplay progression is done amazingly, it always felt like there's no stagnant moment. The enemy AI is actually quite smart, I feel like there's no strategy to bypass a possible "dumb" AI because they behave unpredictably yet very realistic. The sound design to accompany the feel of the game is handled beautifully.
Although not the forefront of the game's intended focus, the animation of some of the game's small cutscene is quite awkward. Also the UI I think can be improved just a tad bit.
Overall, amazing game all the way, with some really really minor inconveniences in terms of UI and the animation.
First and foremost, the graphics are phenomenal. They did a really great job of nailing the modern Japan aesthetic in terms of atmosphere including sound design and music choice. They did what Yakuza did best.
Combat was alright. It was exciting but at times it'll feel repetitive. In terms of difficulty, some parts may felt difficult but should be alright with enough practice and preparation.
Story was alright. It didn't really connect with me because it was pretty isolated from the usual Yakuza lore. New characters also didn't really stick for me. But the introduction of new story angle away from the big names in the previous Yakuza games is appreciated.
Overall, graphics a beast but the story and combat isn't groundbreaking enough to call this a must play game.
Combat was alright. It was exciting but at times it'll feel repetitive. In terms of difficulty, some parts may felt difficult but should be alright with enough practice and preparation.
Story was alright. It didn't really connect with me because it was pretty isolated from the usual Yakuza lore. New characters also didn't really stick for me. But the introduction of new story angle away from the big names in the previous Yakuza games is appreciated.
Overall, graphics a beast but the story and combat isn't groundbreaking enough to call this a must play game.
2019
A very average game. The graphics was okay, it did what it did. They did nailed the atmosphere of the game. The sound design also did what it did, it didn't detract from the experience.
In my personal opinion, the gameplay itself is alright. Lack of HUD is very appreciated for immersion but sometimes it's very hard to keep track of what we have to do next. The pacing is kinda slow and some parts are a little bit dragged out. The ending is something else though (not slow).
The controls also not really intuitive in my personal opinion and sometimes it takes me out from the game.
The story is alright. I didn't really follow that much but I remember that I hated the main character.
Overall, the atmosphere of the game was done well. But it feels like there's a lot can be improved in certain aspects such as the controls, the pacing and the presentation.
In my personal opinion, the gameplay itself is alright. Lack of HUD is very appreciated for immersion but sometimes it's very hard to keep track of what we have to do next. The pacing is kinda slow and some parts are a little bit dragged out. The ending is something else though (not slow).
The controls also not really intuitive in my personal opinion and sometimes it takes me out from the game.
The story is alright. I didn't really follow that much but I remember that I hated the main character.
Overall, the atmosphere of the game was done well. But it feels like there's a lot can be improved in certain aspects such as the controls, the pacing and the presentation.
Amazing game. Graphics are absolutely gorgeous. The sound design is amazing and the atmosphere is stunning.
Gameplay is also amazing. Very fluid and very amazing control scheme (using controller). Pacing is also well done. No sense of the game dragging out. Enemy AI is very forgiving. Character progression is also very good, introducing new weapons in suitable manner. It almost like this game could have a little bit more content.
Display presentation is also very good visually. It didn't detract from the gameplay experience itself.
Story is decent. In terms of story presentation, though, the voice acting (English) could get some work.
Overall, this game is phenomenal with minor improvement can be done to the story presentation.
Gameplay is also amazing. Very fluid and very amazing control scheme (using controller). Pacing is also well done. No sense of the game dragging out. Enemy AI is very forgiving. Character progression is also very good, introducing new weapons in suitable manner. It almost like this game could have a little bit more content.
Display presentation is also very good visually. It didn't detract from the gameplay experience itself.
Story is decent. In terms of story presentation, though, the voice acting (English) could get some work.
Overall, this game is phenomenal with minor improvement can be done to the story presentation.
2004
The graphics are very good for a 2004 game (I first played this on 2021). The gameplay is good. While playing, some glitches have gotten in the way of the full enjoyment. The AI also is quite unrealistic at times. The story is not very memorable.
2014
A good FPS shooter game.
Graphics was alright. Atmosphere is pretty spot-on, but I feel like most people won't like it because of the settings that requires a bleak atmosphere. Sound design did its job.
A very good level design with enough variety to keep players engaged. The enemy types also have somewhat of a variety.
Gameplay itself was alright but nothing special. That includes gunplay. The gas mask mechanics is a pretty good addition but that's about it.
Pacing is good and the game's not that difficult.
Story is okay, a very standard video game story in my opinion.
Overall, an okay game. Standard paced with good variety of level design and enemies. Good atmosphere that might deter player because of the intended bleak atmosphere of the settings. Overall gameplay was pretty alright with no specialties.
Graphics was alright. Atmosphere is pretty spot-on, but I feel like most people won't like it because of the settings that requires a bleak atmosphere. Sound design did its job.
A very good level design with enough variety to keep players engaged. The enemy types also have somewhat of a variety.
Gameplay itself was alright but nothing special. That includes gunplay. The gas mask mechanics is a pretty good addition but that's about it.
Pacing is good and the game's not that difficult.
Story is okay, a very standard video game story in my opinion.
Overall, an okay game. Standard paced with good variety of level design and enemies. Good atmosphere that might deter player because of the intended bleak atmosphere of the settings. Overall gameplay was pretty alright with no specialties.
2008
A huge improvement and changes from the first game. Although, some of the missions can get pretty repetitive, and QoL features are lacking. The controls can get iffy sometimes but other than that, a solid game.
2014
Good graphics. Very good controls. Story is alright. I don't really fancy the antagonist being psychotic for the sake of being psychotic. The usual Ubisoft designed gameplay loop is engaging enough for me to keep playing.
2018
A much better antagonist than 4, this cult themed game story is slightly better in terms of storytelling compared to previous iterations. Graphics are godly. Standard Ubisoft gameplay loop with some additions, so that's something.
2007
Graphics are okay, even for its time. Aesthetic might look bland I feel at a certain point of the story. Gameplay is quite alright, can get pretty repetitive at some point. Story is actually quite simple to follow and actually interesting with a twist of the real-world history.
2009
A very good game. Huge improvement from the first game. Gameplay does not feel repetitive. Story is quite engaging. Graphics is alright but it did a very good job of nailing the aesthetic.
Reinterpretation of a game with classic games aesthetic. Story was over-the-top and slightly meta. Graphics is in-tuned with the theme. Gameplay was also very good but too short and not very memorable despite all the very interesting themes.
2015
Personally, I immediately fall in love with the game. The long cutscene might threw some people off but the story is godly. The beat 'em up gameplay might look generic on surface level but there are a lot of mechanics that enhances the game's combat. Outside of combat, the mini-games, side stories, the jokes and the aesthetic have been all executed perfectly to make the game engaging every second of the time playing.
2016
The gameplay did its job well compared to the usual Yakuza gameplay. The story did not reach the heights of 0, but pretty good at its own. Graphics and aesthetics are very good and fit well with the game. The Yakuza series flavor, such as the mini-games and the side stories, still hold pretty well in this game.
A very enjoyable game. Graphics are okay but nailed the aesthetic. Gameplay is very fun and does not feel repetitive. Story is quite easy to follow, but overall its alright.