Review #3 - 2018

From a casual point of view, this is a game that I love to pick up and play with my friends if they're available for it. Many have moved away from this game due to a ton of different issues, especially those who played it competitively.

I on the other hand, don't know too much about the game and its inner workings. All I know, is that it's a good time with the right people in your squad, and I'm fine living in that ignorant bliss. And when Quickplay becomes too much, there's plenty of custom games for us to mess around with to keep us entertained and laughing for a couple of hours. Sometimes I'll even boot up the game as a solo player, and though I may not know all the technical intricacies that make the game work, I still find enjoyment from time to time, and manage to win here and there.

Something I wish they did from the start though, was include a story mode that has you exploring the individual stories of each character, that eventually ties together in one big finale level. It's something I hope "Overwatch 2" explores, but it may not happen. Regardless, I enjoy "Overwatch" from time to time, and I hope whatever problems that are frustrating dedicated players, are sorted out in the sequel.

Review #4 - 2018

This is a game that can be an absolute blast if you have a full 5 stack of just friends, but introduce even one stranger and it becomes a nightmare. The opponents can be sour as well, often quitting matches if things don't go their way. I haven't touched this game in quite some time, and apparently the player base has only gotten worse. That, and I'm told the game itself has fallen away from what made it so great. I may pick it up again someday, but at this moment, none of my friends are playing it anymore, and I'm certainly not about to go in on my own.

2008

Review #5 - 2018

https://www.gaiaonline.com/games/zomg/

This game is certainly a product of its time, and its because of that very notion I still love to visit it every now and then. The fact you can still play it even after the Flash purge is remarkable, and it hasn't changed a bit, for better or for worse. I for one, love that it hasn't changed, although yes, it is sad to see it uninhabited. At least it's still playable!

Gameplay is extremely simple: just point, and click to attack. It's an RPG, so there's lots of interacting with characters, doing quests, and leveling up. Your usual RPG faire. It has a grand story to tell, but I'll be honest, I've never seen what was beyond the Village Greens. Me and my friends back in the day would usually just mingle there, and never really embarked on the full adventure. It's something I'd love to do someday, so I'm glad it's a game you can still play even after all these years.

Review #6 - 2018

I got involved with this game after they released it as free-to-play for that weekend during E3 2018. It's Quake, and plays like Quake, which hey, no complaints there. It has a more current day aesthetic, but it's nothing that ruins the experience for me. They've also included characters from other Bethesda titles as well, which is a pretty nice touch. I enjoy the option of being able to run around fragging people as Doomguy.

The game plays fine from my experience, but that's if you can get a match going these days. I rarely pick up this game because of that. It's an enjoyable game for someone like me who plays casually, but I can see why diehards would have trouble getting into this one, which for whatever those reasons are, is probably why the game is dying.

Review #7 - 2018

I've been a Rock Band fan since it first launched back in 2007. As far as Rock Band games go, this one isn't the best, but it plays well, and has a massive library of music not only because it's still being updated to this day, but it also remains backwards compatible with your "Rock Band 3" song collection if you have one.

The gameplay is smooth and works as it should, but the graphics are subpar compared to previous entries, even with today's graphical improvements. Character model glitches are common, and although funny, can be disappointing to see. Outside of that, the game is still fun as always if you're still into the plastic instrument games, and one I still go to not just on my own time, but with family and friends as well. It's still being supported, and is still bringing people together, and really, that's what it's all about. If only instruments were still being made, otherwise, I'd easily recommend this game to everyone.

Review #8 - 2018

This is a game I vaguely remember, mostly because I played it with my siblings and not really on my own time. And really, we only played it for the Zombies mode, which of course, was an absolute blast.

Latest Title Review #2 - 2018

This would be the year I would discover "Fist of the North Star", not because of this game, but rather, because of its memetic status. The scene in which Kenshiro would announce, "お前はもう死んでいる; Omae Wa Mou Shindeiru", as his victim's head blew up into bloody pieces, just popped up in my YouTube feed one day, and immediately, I was hooked.

And really, that's what this game is all about. You get to play as Kenshiro, and wield his ability to make his victims blow up into pieces with a punch. Well, several punches, as he screams out ATATATATATA. It's a really good time, especially with a dense combo list that you unlock over time, which adds more fatalities for you to watch Kenshiro perform. Oh the many ways you can blow up your enemies' heads.

The story surrounds the city of Eden, and you're pretty much their savior. What starts off as bandits trying to raid the place, soon turns into something much more sinister and powerful, as they do. The story didn't really get going for me up until near the end when things REALLY start ramping up. I will say, if it weren't for the awesome fighting you get to experience, I would have gotten tired of this game quite quickly. Thankfully, I did find the ending to be not only satisfying, but also, quite emotional. I wasn't expecting to feel that way given my previous words, so that to me, is a big plus. Maybe it was because emotions were already high after beating the grueling final boss. Whatever the case, I felt feels in the end, and that's great.

Once the game is done, you are left to explore what's left of the game, and if you focused only on the main quest, then you're in for a TREAT, or not, depending on the person. There are a TON of minigames, sidequests, and challenges to complete. It can seem daunting at first, but with a handy checklist in your pause menu, you can just go down the line, and knock it out over time. Some things are harder than others, and eventually, can feel like a chore getting through it all. You may not want to 100%, and of course, that's okay! Just enjoy the minigames, for they are cute, clever, and even have their own stats and things to upgrade within each game. There's even an arcade for you to play actual classic Sega arcade games. You have to unlock them too, which was my favorite of the side quests. The other side quests are fine, but most are fetch quests, and are pretty awful to get through.

All in all, "Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise", is a great fighting game, with much to see and do. It's quite the full package, which is nice to see in an age of games released with barely anything that you eventually have to pay more money to get. The story and even the gameplay can feel like a drag at times, but it always found a way to get exciting again, so it really depends on how much you're willing to take as a player. I say give it a go, whether you've seen the anime or not!

Review #9 - 2018

I don't have a whole lot to say about this one, other than it's cool, and I'd like to give it more time. I bought a copy before it went free, but me and my friends were busy playing other shooters at the time. The brief moment we did play it, it was a good time. Fantastic gameplay, with a story I was somewhat interested in, but not captivated enough to dive in deep.

Review #10 - 2018

I remember thinking when this game launched back in 2011, "this is brilliant, but how far can it really go?". Oh wow, I couldn't even imagine.

The impact this game has had on all generations of gamers is insane. I work at a preschool, and seeing the next generation before me loving this game and claiming it as their own beloved favorite, just goes to show how timeless this game truly is, and will be.

You build, you explore, you survive, you create. It's simple in premise, but with a game as heavily customizable as this is, the possibilities of what you can do with those 4 simple notions, is seemingly infinite. I for one, love keeping it vanilla, for the game in its plain state is enough to keep me entertained for a few hours, as I do solo runs cutting through mineshafts, building my home, and my favorite part, trying to survive.

"Minecraft" opens the mind to think creatively, and that's something I greatly applause. And when in the hands of children, I applaud it even more, for I think it's a brilliant tool for inspiration and learning.

Review #11 - 2018

I grew up with a little computer game called "Pocket Tanks" (which you can still find btw https://classic.blitwise.com/ptanks.html), and so this game was a very warm welcome for me. It plays like most mini tank games: you set your angle, set your power, choose your missile type, and then fire. What sets this game apart, is your ability to be able to upgrade your tanks, and level up, which adds a bit more to the gameplay. It's a nice pick-up-and-play game, that has a great look, and keeps these kinds of tank games alive and kicking.

Review #12 - 2018

https://shellshock.io/

Ya know, it's kind of amazing how a little game where you play as eggs with guns works and plays so well. It's brilliantly simple, and is super fun to be able to just boot up the site, and get right into the game for a few moments, but nothing more than that. It's worth keeping in your bookmarks for those moments of boredom, or heck, getting some friends together (or your stream audience) to play along with you for a bit. It's an eggcelent time.

Review #13 - 2018

The Smash Bros. to rule them all. Ultimate brings it all together in this massive compilation of not just Nintendo franchises, but also, franchises that live beyond Nintendo's shores.

People debate about whether or not this game is better than previous titles in terms of speed and what not. I'll leave that debate up to the pro players and Melee purists. At the end of the day, it's FUN, and that's what matters. It's fun to play solo, and it's fun to play with friends. It's fun to collect the stickers, and it's fun to play through the new storyline. It's incredible to be able to have all these characters in one place, as you watch Banjo & Kazooie fight Joker from Persona. What started as a game with only 12 Nintendo characters, now has nearly 100. Again, filled with not just Nintendo characters, but characters from other franchises as well. What an absolute blast.

Review #1 - 2019

One of those rare gems that I wish would find its way onto the Switch, but I highly doubt it will happen. This game is a WONDERFUL time, and though it's one of those you'd probably get tired of after a couple hours, those first several moments are worth the laughs and fun you'll have. Me and my friends LOVED "Mario Chase".

Until I get a copy for my own, I can't speak for playing it in solo mode, though I can see how that would be not as much fun, given a lot of these games were designed to be played with friends. Some minigames are better than others, and you'll end up finding one you'll REALLY enjoy, and probably stick to that one like we did with "Mario Chase". If you have a Wii U and don't own this yet, do yourself a favor and add it to your collection! If you're getting into the Wii U, don't pass this one up!

Latest Title Review #1 - 2019

Now THIS is how you REmake a game. I was absolutely mind blown seeing the visuals that made the original Resident Evil games so brilliant, brought to life once again with today's graphics. It brought me back to the feeling of being terrified by your surroundings, and the creatures and abominations that lurk within, for the first time in a long time. Seeing the original character and building designs from the PS1 era remade with so much love, simply took my breath away. If only the Silent Hill games could get this much love.

Review #2 - 2019

It had been YEARS since I had picked up and played this title. My memory of the story is fuzzy, but more than anything, I remember that addictive and enthralling gameplay not just in the campaign, but even more so, in multiplayer. Whether it was online, or on the couch doing LAN parties, this game was, and is, still incredible to play.