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On October 3, 1997, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night was released, forever changing the landscape of action-adventure games. Now, 27 years later, it’s widely regarded as one of the most influential games in gaming history, and a key title that cemented the term “Metroidvania” — a hybrid genre that borrows exploration, backtracking and platforming elements from Metroid, combined with the dark, Gothic stylings and RPG mechanics of Symphony of the Night.
For a long time, rumors swirled around a possible exclusivity deal between Sony and Square Enix that left Xbox fans feeling left out, especially with big titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Final Fantasy XVI skipping Microsoft’s console. The Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series, for example, was released on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo but was absent from Xbox. These moves fueled speculation that Square Enix had some form of contract limiting their games on the platform.
The Plucky Squire is an innovative Action-Adventure game developed by All Possible Futures. Released on September 17, 2024, this charming title takes players on a linear, puzzle-filled adventure that draws clear inspiration from classic Zelda titles, especially Link’s Awakening. It blends various gameplay elements from different genres and offers a mix of 2D and 3D segments, all within an imaginative and colorful storybook world.
At Gamescom 2024, THQ Nordic invited me for an exclusive sneak peek into Epic Mickey Rebrushed, a highly anticipated remake of the beloved Epic Mickey. This isn’t just a simple remaster; it’s a full-fledged remake that breathes new life into the original game, combining nostalgic elements with contemporary upgrades.
I had the privilege of playing Genshin Impact’s Natlan update at Gamescom 2024, and I was blown away by the new movement mechanics and stunning visuals. The ability to transform into Saurians and explore the region’s diverse landscapes was incredibly exciting. Natlan is a truly immersive and unforgettable experience that will keep players engaged for hours on end.
As a huge fan of the “One Punch Man” anime series, I was so excited to hear that a fighting game based on the series is in development, and even more so that I got to play in the closed beta, and sure enough, I felt like I am a part of the show.
Continue reading “One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows – Beta Review”
When I played the Avengers demo at Gamescom 2019, I notice someone that draws my attention, and won’t you know it, she is really in the game!!!!!!
Revealed at New York Comic Con 2019 by Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics, the fan-favorite Kamala Khan is the latest playable superhero in the game.
Continue reading “It’s EMBIGGEN Time in Marvel’s Avengers”
Hot Shot Burn was one of the best surprises of Gamescom 2019, here’s why you should not miss this game.
Continue reading “Hot Shot Burn – First impressions”
At the moment we heard about the new Dragon Ball Z game by “Bandai Namco”, we knew we had to check it out.
Continue reading “Going over 9000 at Gamescom 2019”
Kingdom Hearts 3 is finally here after years in the making! Is the waiting paid off for the fans? Are Sora and his friends can put a stop to Master Xehanort’s evil plan?