myke_tuna
2018
A good survival game with a mature twist. The game makes no compromises on nudity and gore and overall tone which suits the Conan name. I am not a fan of the survival game genre, but I enjoyed my time playing this game with friends on a custom server.
The actual gameplay of most survival games gets tedious to me over time and eventually, this game was no different. Resources, crafting, base building, hunting, it's all here. However, if you have a good crew to run through this game with, it will provide a decent amount of fun and content. If you are a fan of survival games, you may find the game more enjoyable than I did and I advise you to give it a shot.
The actual gameplay of most survival games gets tedious to me over time and eventually, this game was no different. Resources, crafting, base building, hunting, it's all here. However, if you have a good crew to run through this game with, it will provide a decent amount of fun and content. If you are a fan of survival games, you may find the game more enjoyable than I did and I advise you to give it a shot.
2016
Fantastic survival/exploration game that has come a long way. I have delved into the game at two or three points throughout it's lifespan and each time the developers have added so many new things with multiple updates. The ongoing support for this game with massive free expansions on its original form is something to be lauded.
Frankly, I don't actually enjoy playing the game as much as others. I am not really a fan of the survival game genre, but the sheer amount of stuff that keeps getting added to the game makes it undeniable. If I really sunk into all of the game's massive depth, I would rate it at 5 stars, but it has not ever captured me at any point. Don't get me wrong. The game is actually very polished in its current state and the on-boarding process has been improved since I first played this game in 2018. If you are thinking about playing another survival game and you like/love the genre, consider No Man's Sky as your next adventure.
Frankly, I don't actually enjoy playing the game as much as others. I am not really a fan of the survival game genre, but the sheer amount of stuff that keeps getting added to the game makes it undeniable. If I really sunk into all of the game's massive depth, I would rate it at 5 stars, but it has not ever captured me at any point. Don't get me wrong. The game is actually very polished in its current state and the on-boarding process has been improved since I first played this game in 2018. If you are thinking about playing another survival game and you like/love the genre, consider No Man's Sky as your next adventure.
2018
An interesting cooperative story. The gameplay revolves around the cooperative nature of a prison escape and ensuing partnership between the two main characters.
I played through this with my brother and overall, it's enjoyable. The main drawbacks are that, in the end, the story feels a little by-the-numbers and we felt the game a little short. The voice acting on one of the characters is not the greatest either, but he is done/played by the game's director who I'm sure is not an actor/voice actor by trade.
Still, I would recommend this to any pair of players out there that want something cooperative to enjoy over an evening or a weekend.
I played through this with my brother and overall, it's enjoyable. The main drawbacks are that, in the end, the story feels a little by-the-numbers and we felt the game a little short. The voice acting on one of the characters is not the greatest either, but he is done/played by the game's director who I'm sure is not an actor/voice actor by trade.
Still, I would recommend this to any pair of players out there that want something cooperative to enjoy over an evening or a weekend.
2022
Played a few hours. Definitely has its own distinctive flavor when it comes to platform fighters. It does not feel like Smash Bros. and it does not feel like Nickelodeon All-Stars. The closest game that reminds me of the "feel" of this game is Super Smash Bros. Brawl, but the recovery and movement options are very different.
Overall, it seems like a great addition to the genre and it being free-to-play alongside getting heavy investment/support by WB means it will be one to check-in on as time goes by to see how the game evolves, for better or worse.
Overall, it seems like a great addition to the genre and it being free-to-play alongside getting heavy investment/support by WB means it will be one to check-in on as time goes by to see how the game evolves, for better or worse.
2021
I found this game incredibly creative in its platforming ideas. The overall theme of being shrunken down provides a decent foundation for the levels and worlds, but the developers really warp and expand on the idea every time.
The actual writing and characterization within the story is honestly dreadful and kept it from being rated a full 5 stars. My brother and I did not enjoy the two main characters and found the story itself a little meandering and flimsy. We effectively skimmed through it as we wanted to play more levels.
The cooperative aspect in this game is also done very well. It is definitely an improvement over their last game, A Way Out, which I also played with my brother. Fundamentally, the cooperative platforming gameplay in this game is fantastic and I would say, it rivals Nintendo quality. Unfortunately, the game is bogged down by a very odd and distracting story that really says nothing in the end. If they had managed an effective narrative about relationships, divorce, family, and love on top of the platforming, this game would be something very special. But they do not. Feel free to skip the cut scenes if you want, you are not missing very much.
The actual writing and characterization within the story is honestly dreadful and kept it from being rated a full 5 stars. My brother and I did not enjoy the two main characters and found the story itself a little meandering and flimsy. We effectively skimmed through it as we wanted to play more levels.
The cooperative aspect in this game is also done very well. It is definitely an improvement over their last game, A Way Out, which I also played with my brother. Fundamentally, the cooperative platforming gameplay in this game is fantastic and I would say, it rivals Nintendo quality. Unfortunately, the game is bogged down by a very odd and distracting story that really says nothing in the end. If they had managed an effective narrative about relationships, divorce, family, and love on top of the platforming, this game would be something very special. But they do not. Feel free to skip the cut scenes if you want, you are not missing very much.
One of the best pieces of DLC for a video game in a long time. There is a lack of platforming stages, but the added gauntlet section sort of makes up for. Overall, I wish the DLC was just a little bit longer which kept it from being 5 stars.
2017
A fantastic action-platformer game that requires tough-as-nails execution and a lot of patience to master it.
The music is exciting and features a genre that's rare in games. The visuals on display are incredible; even more so after you dig into how the developer went about creating them. A couple of times there were situations that seemed unfairly inescapable regardless of your skill and I wanted even more platforming stages. Both of those factors kept it from being a perfect 5-star for me.
The music is exciting and features a genre that's rare in games. The visuals on display are incredible; even more so after you dig into how the developer went about creating them. A couple of times there were situations that seemed unfairly inescapable regardless of your skill and I wanted even more platforming stages. Both of those factors kept it from being a perfect 5-star for me.
2019
Overall, a great idea for a game. There's no real combat, some light platforming of sorts, and a lot of puzzle-solving. The visuals are pretty (even though I played this 4 years from release) and the use of sound (and lack thereof when you're outside) is really good.
I did get stuck a few times through my own fault, but there was some consistent, nagging jank/bugs that I encountered during my play through that kept this from being rated 4 stars. Regardless, I'm now looking forward to the sequel, Deliver Us Mars.
I did get stuck a few times through my own fault, but there was some consistent, nagging jank/bugs that I encountered during my play through that kept this from being rated 4 stars. Regardless, I'm now looking forward to the sequel, Deliver Us Mars.
2021
A throwback game in the style of 16-bit furry mascot platformers from the 90s. If I attempt to describe the recipe for this game, I'd say it's a mishmash of Gunstar Heroes, Kirby, Sonic, and Mario.
There's elements of each in this game and you would think that'd be more interesting than it is. There's some difficulty spikes here and there and definitely toward the end, but it's not overwhelming. I didn't enjoy the quippy dialogue in this either, but for those that enjoy Borderlands-esque humor, you'll enjoy it. And finally, it's mad short. Not usually a detriment to games for me, but I beat this in a sitting and a half. I don't feel like the gameplay was exceptionally varied throughout which made it feel repetitive.
Typing this the day after I beat it, I'd say the experience isn't memorable. The first couple of memories that do come to mind are the cons and not the pros. Still, if you're into playing whatever on a Saturday afternoon, then go ahead and give it a shot. Just take note of the caveats.
There's elements of each in this game and you would think that'd be more interesting than it is. There's some difficulty spikes here and there and definitely toward the end, but it's not overwhelming. I didn't enjoy the quippy dialogue in this either, but for those that enjoy Borderlands-esque humor, you'll enjoy it. And finally, it's mad short. Not usually a detriment to games for me, but I beat this in a sitting and a half. I don't feel like the gameplay was exceptionally varied throughout which made it feel repetitive.
Typing this the day after I beat it, I'd say the experience isn't memorable. The first couple of memories that do come to mind are the cons and not the pros. Still, if you're into playing whatever on a Saturday afternoon, then go ahead and give it a shot. Just take note of the caveats.
2005
An action adventure platformer with a great story and good platforming elements. I've played through Psychonauts twice now. Once on release way back when and recently on my gaming channel in preparation for Psychonauts 2.
Overall, the story and the writing is the major highlight here. The crew at Double Fine always find a way to make me laugh. Mechanically, the game is better than most platformers of its era, but never quite reaches the tightness of a Mario game. That said, the different abilities you get during the course of the game help mix up the gameplay in interesting ways. Considering how low the game is priced and amount of fun you can get out of it, I'd say every platformer fan should give this one a shot.
Overall, the story and the writing is the major highlight here. The crew at Double Fine always find a way to make me laugh. Mechanically, the game is better than most platformers of its era, but never quite reaches the tightness of a Mario game. That said, the different abilities you get during the course of the game help mix up the gameplay in interesting ways. Considering how low the game is priced and amount of fun you can get out of it, I'd say every platformer fan should give this one a shot.
2021
A great retro-style action platformer game. Huge kudos to MekaSkull, the sole developer on this project. Cyber Shadow expects you to retain the techniques you learn over the course of the game. The game builds you up and pushes you to keep those skills sharp. If you can't keep up, you perish. Recommended if you're ready to get into a game like that. Cyber Shadow also has a special place in my heart because it was the first "let's play" I ever did on my gaming channel. Good memories.
1993
Completely impenetrable for me as a youth and just as impenetrable as an adult man. I do not know the rules of American football beyond a cursory understanding. So... besides that, the game seemed fine, but I can't speak on its accuracy of the sport.
I still have nostalgia for it though. The sound clips from the game bring back memories of being completely out of my element as a kid, but keeping at it in hopes that I'd get it someday.
I still have nostalgia for it though. The sound clips from the game bring back memories of being completely out of my element as a kid, but keeping at it in hopes that I'd get it someday.
1991
A good little action-platformer that was possibly overshadowed by the shiny, new Super Nintendo and the lack of attention for NES games that brought with it.
One of the best in its class. There's a reason so many games in the genre have been influenced by it.
I remember trying to play this and not getting super far at all. I tried to play it recently and I just don't feel dedicated enough to try and figure it out.