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Solasta: Crown of the Magister Review
The tactical turn-based RPG genre is filled to the brim with iconic inspiration. The genre has a wide range of classic games, from the pre-Bethesda Fallout titles through the early access release Baldur's Gate 3. Solasta: Crown of the Magister is a simplified version of the genre that will be released alongside these titans.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Umurangi Generation: Special Edition Review
Umurangi Generation is a first-person game of photography about living in a world that has been ravaged by militarized oppression and environmental destruction. It was released for the first time on PC. Many hailed it as "2020: The Game" for its ability to deal with institutional neglect, climate change, civil unrest and general world-weariness. Now that Umurangi Generation is available on the Nintendo Switch, it has a chance to reach even more players in search of something that mirrors, and possibly makes sense of, the past year and a bit. It's not surprising that Umurangi Generation: The Special Edition rises to the occasion for those who have played it since its inception.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Review
As a longtime fan of the series from its humble beginnings on the NES, I will always hold Ninja Gaiden in a special place, even if it kicks my ass and makes me question any amount of skill I possess. However, The Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection may not be what fans expected. This is not a new entry in the franchise, and the versions that we see in this collection aren’t the best ways to enjoy the adventures. If someone is willing to import it, there is no physical copy. So, is the Master Collection worth it.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX Review
It is easy to feel sorry Alex Kidd. Nintendo continued to push forward with their dungareed mascot in the 80s and released Super Mario Bros 1985. This game changed the way we saw side scrolling platformers forever. Sega was not to be outdone and introduced Alex Kidd's Miracle World in 1986. Alex Kidd wouldn't be 'Sega Mario' despite having six games released over four years. Sega changed tactics in 1991, releasing Sonic the Hedgehog. The Kidd was never seen again. Until now.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance Review
Dungeons and Dragons' world is full of monsters and mysterious treasures. The worlds described in the tabletop RPG's player guide books are home to some the most dangerous and fearsome creatures in high fantasy, including the sharp-toothed Goblins and the giant Frost Giants. Dungeons & Dragons Dark Alliance will let you battle hordes monsters as one the four legendary heroes. This game is not like the tabletop and is more about the action rather than the strategy.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 Review
Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 will be the official tie-in for the Olympic Games delayed that will begin next month. Since the last iterations, the series has tried to replicate the actual experience by creating simulation-like gameplay that feels and looks like the real thing. Sega has made a significant change with Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, which takes a more arcadey approach in terms of gameplay as well as visual style. This decision works well for the game and creates a pick up-and-play environment that's ideal for local multiplayer.
By Jingjing Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Chivalry 2 Review
Online multiplayer shooters are so popular that you would think that online melee combat games would be equally popular. But that is not the case. There is very little to choose from, aside from Mordhau. Console players are also left out, as Mordhau can only be played on PC. Chivalry 2 offers excellent melee combat with very few issues.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Red Solstice 2: Survivors Review
There is a lot of potential in the action tactics sub-genre. This sub-genre of strategy gaming can create tension in a dynamic and changing real-time environment while also emphasizing teamwork to overcome the unknown. Ironward's refined sequel, Red Solstice 2 Survivors, succeeds in energizing action tactics sub-genre.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Scarlett Nexus Review
Bandai Namco's anime-infused action-RPG Scarlet Nexus is a master at subtext games and believes they are all cowards. This title is big and bold. Even when it fails, it doesn't let that stop it from taking huge swings and pursuing its most ambitious goals.
By Jingjing Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Old World Review
In recent and upcoming 4X strategy games, developers are putting extra effort into innovating and pushing the sub-genre of strategy games forward. Combining these games with other genres is one of the best ways to expand, as we have seen in XCOM and the upcoming Lemnis Gate. Is Mohawk Games' Old World going to be preserved or will it soon become a dusty artifact?
By Jingjing Wang5 years ago in Gamers
What Microsoft's Acquisition Of Bethesda Studios Means For The Console Wars
On the 12th of March 2021, after a long hard day at work, I settled down to unwind with my Xbox. I popped open Game Pass and was met with a new graphic for Bethesda and twenty of its titles added to the standard subscription at no extra cost.
By Paul Douglas5 years ago in Gamers
Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector Review
Despite Games Workshop's Warhammer franchise being a huge success, many video games from the science-fantasy and fantasy versions of Warhammer failed to achieve breakthrough status. While only a few adaptations have been able to make Warhammer a timeless franchise, there is no sign that the franchise will slow down its efforts to reach that goal. Black Lab Games' Warhammer 40,000 Battlesector will be one of those success stories and help to establish the franchise's legacy.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
