Tag: Reviews
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The Precinct: Realistic Police Action or Just Hype?
Averno City, 1983. Sirens wail, neon lights flicker across rain-slicked streets, and chaos reigns. Into this storm steps Nick Cordell Jr, rookie cop and the player’s avatar in The Precinct.
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DOOM: The Dark Ages – A New Era of Carnage and Legend
DOOM: The Dark Ages emerges as a bold and ambitious prequel to the modern DOOM saga, poised to unearth the ferocious origin story of the iconic DOOM Slayer. As the third installment in the critically acclaimed rebooted franchise, this title thrusts players into a brutal, medieval-inspired war against the legions of Hell, masterfully blending dark…
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Hands-On with the Nintendo Switch 2
This past weekend, I had the chance to attend the Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on event in Amsterdam—and wow, what a ride! From the hardware to the games and even the swag bag, it was a full-on Nintendo experience. Here’s everything you need to know from someone who actually held the future of Nintendo Switch gaming…
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Bastide: Building Survival and Strategy in the 13th Century
Bastide is a city-building strategy game that transports players to the harsh realities of the 13th century. In this immersive simulation, you are tasked with guiding a small group of peasants through the relentless challenges of medieval life, including rival villages, bandit raids, hunger, disease, and the unforgiving cold. The ultimate goal is to nurture…
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Spirit of the North 2: A Majestic Nordic Journey Reimagined- A New Chapter in a Beloved Saga
Spirit of the North 2, developed by Infuse Studio and published by Silver Lining Interactive, marks a triumphant return to the mystical landscapes inspired by Nordic folklore. Available now on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X-with a special Signature Edition for collectors-the sequel expands on the original’s vision, offering a more ambitious, open-world…
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Moroi: A Dark Symphony of Violence, Humor, and Folklore
Moroi, developed by Violet Saint and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment, is a dark fantasy hack-and-slash adventure that draws deeply from Romanian folklore, Lynchian surrealism, and heavy metal aesthetics. Released on Steam for PC at £12.99, Moroi stands out for its grimdark atmosphere, twisted humor, and a narrative that pulls players into a personalized hellscape…
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Albatroz: Journey into the Unknown
Albatroz, developed by Among Giants and published by SOEDESCO, is a backpacking RPG that invites players to step into the shoes of Isla, a young woman searching for her lost brother, Kai, across the mystical “Forbidden Lands.” Available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, the game offers a compelling blend of narrative depth, survival…
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A Psychedelic Journey: Interview with Gabriel Ledoux, Creator of LAVALAMP
LAVALAMP is a unique 3D first-person walking simulator that immediately stands out for its vivid, psychedelic visuals and eccentric storytelling. The game invites players into a surreal world where exploration and ambiance take center stage, weaving a narrative around the quirky mission of helping space lemmings. Developed primarily by Gabriel Ledoux, a music composer turned…
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KIBORG: The Last Ticket to Escape
KIBORG, developed by Sobaka Studio, storms onto PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S and One, and PC via Steam on April 30, 2025. This relentless rogue-lite beat ’em up thrusts players into the shoes of Morgan Lee, a wrongly accused convict sentenced to 1,300 years on the galaxy’s most notorious prison planet. The only…
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge – A Nostalgic Beatdown Done Right
Tribute Games’ TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge is a love letter to retro gaming and an energetic revival of the classic side-scrolling beat-’em-up genre. Drawing heavily from the 1987 cartoon and the beloved arcade titles of the ’90s, the game delivers a fast-paced, vibrant experience that nails the spirit of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles while updating…
