Final Fantasy VII is a game that for many was a genre-defining experience. So many people were awakened to the possibilities of JRPGs when it was released. The scale of the story combined with the series' first foray into 3D, the love that people felt for the cast, and the spite for the game's villain... Continue Reading →
Spiritfarer’s Platforming Sets it Apart from Other Simulation Games
Spiritfarer is not just a life sim or farming sim - it is a platformer, and the satisfaction of movement that comes from that genre adds so much to what Spiritfarer accomplishes.
Age of Calamity is an Excellent Warriors Game but Not the Breath of the Wild Prequel I Wanted
Age of Calamity fails to deliver on its promise of telling the story of the events that lead up to Breath of the Wild, but if you know that going in there's still a pretty fun game to be found underneath.
Stranger (en)Danger – Reviewing Stranger’s Wrath HD for the Nintendo Switch
Stranger's Wrath is a game that pitches itself on a strong concept, but is perhaps at its best when that concept is left behind for something a little more unique.
Ode to Tokyo Mirage Sessions: You Really Oughta Play It!
It's campy and over-the-top but dammit it's FUN, and it feels great to step away from a game that put a smile on my face instead of shaking my head at the depravity of humanity.
A Masterclass in Design – Adventure Rules Reviews Celeste
I found her to be one of the most relatable video game characters I have ever seen, and that feeling of a personal connection makes her story even more powerful when it comes to fruition.
Too Much of a Good Thing? – Luigi’s Mansion 3 Review
The core premise of Luigi's Mansion is strong, but not enough is done to create variety in the gameplay.
Finishing the Dragon Quest Series: Part One – A Review of Dragon Quest II
I have two old school Dragon Quest titles I need to play in order to finish the series - here's my review of the first, Dragon Quest II!
Worth an Encore? – A Review of the Cadence of Hyrule Update, Octavo’s Ode
I had a fun time with Cadence of Hyrule when it released - is the Octavo's Ode free update worth revisiting the game for?
Psyncin’ in the refrAIn – A Review of AI: The Somnium Files
Having finished AI:The Somnium Files, how does it stack up to other entries in the sci-fi murder mystery genre?