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F1 2021 Review
The F1 series has been relatively stable over the past decade, but things have changed a little since EA acquired Codemasters last years. Fears that the new publisher will ruin the experience are not valid. F1 2021 is basically the same game as the predecessors, with the exception of one mode, some refinements and a few microtransactions.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Cris Tales Review
Cris Tales identifies itself as a JRPG. It draws on the best structural, narrative and gameplay elements of heavy hitters such as Final Fantasy, Chrono Trigger and Persona. Cris Tales is less like a game than it should be, thanks to the number-popping attacks and turn-based systems.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Samurai Warriors 5 Review
One of the most powerful power fantasies in video games is to dress up as a samurai and play it. There are many award-winning games that allow you to play as a fictional character set in historical settings. But what about being a legendary, historical, and legendary samurai? All while engaging in dramatic shonen rivalries?
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Fuga: Melodies of Steel Review
Many games make it clear that war is hell. The Banner Saga, a game that puts themes like loss and the visceral horrors on the battlefield front-and-center, creates compelling narratives that strike an emotional chord. CyberConnect2's Fuga: Melodies of Steel puts this idea in a new light by putting you in the shoes of displaced children.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Carrier Commander 2 Review
MicroProse is back in 2019 with a host of new strategy and simulation-lite games. Highfleet was a solid return to form for the dormant publisher and showed exactly the required potential for creative game design in the current franchise and license-dominated strategy market. Geometa's Carrier Command 2 can bring back fond memories of the original and MicroProse's promise to return. Can this start a revolution?
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Foreclosed Review
If a certain larger game from the cyberpunk subgenre didn't do it for you, or if you're looking to immerse yourself in a similar world with a smaller scale experience, then FORECLOSED may grab your attention. I was immediately drawn to the trailer's visual style and promise of a narrative-driven adventure that combines gunplay, stealth and hacking with a bit of grit. What substance lies beneath the futuristic lights?
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Greak: Memories of Azur Review
Some of the best indies of the last decade have utilized the notion of a player controlling multiple characters in tandem as their key mechanic. There have been many solid entries to single-player cooperative games, from Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons to Trine. Greak: Memories of Azur is proud to join these titles with a similar premise, and enough charm to be successful on its own terms.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Humankind Review
This year has been quite interesting for historical 4X strategy games, with plenty of new titles popping up to carve out their own place in the subgenre. Mohawk Games' Old World released with moderate success and now Amplitude Studios is taking its turn with Humankind. Are Humankind's offerings up to the task? Will they usher in a new age of strategy games based on historical strategies?
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
King's Bounty 2 Review
There have been a lot of returns and revivals for well-known franchises like Age of Empires, Knights of Honor and King's Bounty this year, although there have been a few minor spin-offs in the franchise over the past couple of decades. The increasing interest in strategy gaming is making it a great time to bring back old and new IPs. But can King's Bounty 2 revive this classic series and revitalize its legacy?
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
The Big Con Review
It's the 90s. Your dad is selling dodgy DVDs and Saved By The Bell is on the TV. Although my view of the 90s may not be the same as everyone else's, there is a common thread between mine and The Big Con's. There were many positive and inspiring things about the 1990s. But there was also some seediness. The Big Con captures both sides beautifully, and creates a wonderful road trip story.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
Unleash the Driver in You With These PS5 Racing Games
Racing games can help players become a better driver by improving their motor control and visuomotor skills. These games can also be entertaining. These are the top PS5 racing games that will bring out the driver in you.
By Cecilia Wang5 years ago in Gamers
