Every once in a while, I need to play a game that is a complete 180° from what I’ve been recently playing. Much to my surprise, Hell Is Us is that kind of game. It is a third-person action-adventure game with elements of RPG and horror that changes the way you approach gaming. Players are used to having a map with
Read MoreThere’s a particular feeling that only a certain genre of games can give you. It’s the feeling that the only thing you have to care about is the story of the game and nothing else. Sword of the Sea is another game from Giant Squid, directed by Matt Nava, that takes that feeling, creates an experience around it, and provides you
Read MoreHangar 13, also known as the studio behind Mafia III and Mafia: Definitive Edition, decided to rewind the clock to the early 1900s and transport us to Sicily, where we can experience the Mafia world in familiar settings. Here, the mob is more of a rumor than a hidden institution of power. Mafia: The Old Country is a prequel to the beloved series that started in 2002. It
Read MoreNinja Gaiden: Ragebound is a 2D action-platformer developed by The Game Kitchen and published by Dotemu and Joystick. The game harkens back to the style and presentation of the original Ninja Gaiden trilogy back on the Nintendo Entertainment System from the late 1980s and early 1990s. While this reviewer played Ragebound on PC through Steam, the game is also available for
Read MoreFor years, the Assassin’s Creed fans have wanted a proper game set in feudal Japan. Ubisoft has finally answered that call with Assassin’s Creed Shadows, a title that transports players to the late 16th century. Assassin’s Creed Shadows not only allows us to explore Japan’s rich environment and learn more about its history, but also brings a breath of fresh air
Read MoreVideo games that mix genres of Metroidvania-style exploration with Souls-like combat are becoming increasingly more common. With their popularity, only a few manage to stand out in a very overwhelmed gaming market. Mark of the Deep is an action-adventure title from Mad Mimic that got my attention. The game creates its own space in this challenging genre. It mixes elements of
Read MoreMika and the Witch’s Mountain is an action-adventure independent game developed by Chibig and Nukefist studios. It was initially in early access last year, but now a full version has been released for PC and other platforms. The early release vibes of the game instantly charmed players with its colorful visuals, simple yet addictive gameplay, and familiar mechanics known from the
Read MoreWith a first look showcased in January 2024, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will be a new adventure for Indy, set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. But, this is no new film entry, instead, it is a first-person adventure video game being developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. MachineGames has
Read MoreThe Dragon Age series has been one of BioWare’s crown jewels since its debut in 2009 with Dragon Age: Origins. It brought players straight into the heavily detailed world (as thorough as it could be for that time) of Thedas. Dragon Age: Origins became one of the highest-rated games ever around that time. Many fans love this series and all the
Read MoreWhen Frostpunk 2 was announced, gamers’ expectations were quite high. All because it’s a sequel to one of the most beloved games of recent years. The original Frostpunk was released in 2018 by Polish studio 11 Bit Studios. It shocked me and many others by becoming one of the best games in this genre. The familiar mechanics of the city-building simulator
Read MoreBlack Myth: Wukong is a game that has been a highly anticipated action-adventure RPG since its announcement, thanks to its visually stunning presentation and deep roots in Chinese mythology. Developed by Game Science, this title has been in the spotlight since its reveal. It showcased impressive visuals powered by the Unreal Engine 5 and a gameplay experience that merges the intensity
Read MoreMultiple movies, animated films/shows, games, and comics have been released over the last decade and a half centered around our beloved web-slinger Spider-Man. Each of them had aspects that people loved and disliked. One thing that most fans of Spidey can agree on is the quality that’s come from Insomniac Games. The most recent addition to the web-crawler game saga was
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