Category: Reviews
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Sixth Extinction: Hauntingly Beautiful – PC Review
It feels a little disingenuous to review Sixth Extinction as a game. For me, it is much more than that. It is instead a form of interactive art. One that portrays a chilling and haunting reflection of humanity, our role on earth and the consequences of our actions. Sixth Extinction is more than just an…
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Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure – PS4 Review
The first UK lockdown was brutally difficult. I was forced to be miles away from my girlfriend; trapped in my home with my farting, barking, wet dog; and stuck with little else to do but catch up on my arduously exhaustive backlog. But as time went on, I started to feel disconnected from my family.…
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Cyanide & Happiness – Freakpocalypse – PC Review
When playing a game early, you have to contend with the lack of guides. This is an issue often mitigated by clear in-game instructions or precise and refined gameplay. Unfortunately, games can often suffer from obtuse game design, which leads to head-scratching moments of frustrating irritation. While Cyanide & Happiness – Freakpocalypse never left me…
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Maquette: A Beautiful, Safe Relationship Story – PS5 Review
After just one look at the trailer for Maquette, I was immediately fascinated. The gameplay mechanics drew me in, with a puzzling concept so unique it seemed like it was the second coming of Portal. While Maquette has a truly unparalleled premise, the story plays it safe, lacks depth and leaves a lot to be…
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Persona 5 Strikers Review (XBO): Innovation At Its Finest
Around this time, four years ago, I started my first playthrough of Persona 5. It was my first time playing a Persona game, so I had no idea what to expect. Little did I know that it would have been my favorite game of 2017. Fortunately, Persona 5 Strikers retains the qualities that made its…
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Kitty Tactics: As Wide as a Puddle, as Deep as an Ocean – PC Review
When I first came across Kitty Tactics, I figured it would be an enjoyable, albeit shallow, experience for under £3. Its simple, eye-catching visuals drew me in, and the premise of kittens battling it out was irresistible. Not that I condone it, but a tactics game centred around kittens fighting is certainly an intriguing premise.…
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Sir Lovelot: A Punishingly, Playful Platformer – Switch Review
If I had to describe Sir Lovelot in one word, I’d use “playful”. Not only does it adhere to its stylised, fairy-tale-esque visuals that pop on screen as you bounce from platform to platform, but it also encapsulates the jovial nature of Sir Lovelot’s gameplay. From dashing to dying, Sir Lovelot treats each moment as…
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Everhood: A Psychedelic Nightmare – PC Review
The line between art and entertainment is tentative at best. While it would be easy to argue that titles such as Call of Duty fit into the entertainment category rather snugly, it would be just as fitting to argue that their fervent determination to achieve realistic graphics is, in itself, a form of art. But…
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Planet Coaster: Console Edition: Vintage and World’s Fair Bundle – Review
It has been a while since I last played Planet Coaster: Console Edition, but it’s the kind of game that offers endless replayability. Being a construction and management simulation, you can always start from scratch to better your theme park. In this case, I’m not just back to play with the same old toys. I…
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Fights In Tight Spaces: Superficial Fun – PC Early Access Review
All too often, games in Early Access reveal their potential but struggle to flourish their accomplishments to players. They’re a dime a dozen, and so intriguing concepts with a little innovation and originality go a long way. Fights In Tight Spaces feels like a game with unbridled potential, but it, unfortunately, lacks the depth needed…
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Pako Caravan: Arcade Fun, Done Right – Switch Review
Pako Caravan is the kind of game that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. They’re rare nowadays, with triple-A titles dominating the market and the melancholy and macabre becoming increasingly popular. But every so often, a game is released that’s made purely for the player to have fun. I’ve missed the goofier titles…
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Hack Grid: Simple Game, Not So Simple Puzzles – PC Review
Ever miss the days of the CRT monitor? Do your ears miss the kinds of music that would come from a Nintendo Gameboy? Can’t get enough of sliding block puzzles, but would you rather they were themed as an 8-bit hacking minigame? If this sounds like you (you may be the most niche person I’ve…