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If you own either Frozen Synapse or Frozen Cortex on Steam you might have noticed that a shiny new discount coupon for Cloud Chamber has popped up in your inventory. The two Frozen titles are developed and published by Mode 7, while Cloud Chamber is the brainchild of Investigate North, so you might be wondering what the connection is
PC Game Reviews
Eversion is a very niche platform game that is definitely not going to be to everyone’s liking but fortunately there is a free version available that should give you an indication if this is a game for you or not. Just be sure to play more than just one level as things get progressively more interesting…
Gameplay: Pure platforming with a unique twist.
Graphics: Call it retro or call it dated but it has a style and charm of its own.
Sound: Plays a big part in the games atmosphere and is nicely done
PC Game Reviews
Cannon Brawl is an extremely addictive title that manages to blend together several genres without making any compromises. The action is fast paced, but strategic thinking is rewarded and the balance is also very good. While the Adventure mode isn’t very long, the AI battles and multiplayer modes will keep you coming back for more. If you are looking for an entertaining title to play against friends, either online or local, Cannon Brawl should be high on your wishlist.
Gameplay: Fast paced, challenging and very addictive.
Graphics: Colorful and polished, but the visuals can be a bit cluttered at times.
Sound: A decent soundtrack and good sound effects
PC Game Reviews
Fading Hearts was a pleasant surprise, more so when I discovered that it is not by a Japanese company. A nice combination of visual novel, dating sim and role playing that has plenty of things to discover. Definitely a title that you will want to complete more than once.
Gameplay: Much more to see and do than typical visual novels.
Graphics: Nice characters and backgrounds, pity about the monsters.
Sound: Very nice
PC Game Reviews
While this game isn’t aimed at the typical visual novel fan, it serves as a nice introduction to the genre as well as the culture. The link to Google street view photos of the locations you visit is an inspired touch and you can pick up some interesting tips and facts about Japan.
Gameplay: A short but enjoyable tour of Japan.
Graphics: Nice apart from the recycled visuals.
Sound: No voices and recycled music
PC Game Reviews
Top-down shooters such as Wasteland Angel offer a nice quick burst of arcade action but tend to suffer from being repetitive. The idea behind this game is nice enough, but the small arenas that force you to stick close to the towns you have to protect all feel too similar. The lack of enemy variety doesn’t do this game any favors, either.
Gameplay: Mindless fun but soon becomes repetitive.
Graphics: The overhead visuals are not too bad, but they don’t hold up well in first person.
Sound: The voice acting is decent enough, but the rest is nothing special
PC Game Reviews
Even if you were a big fan of the Serious Sam games Will Rock just tries too hard to imitate the master. It’s still very playable but soon becomes tedious. Play it if you like your shooter games brainless.
Gameplay: Very average compared to what’s available.
Graphics: Nice in places but not really up to scratch.
Sound: Average
PC Game Reviews
Awesome graphics if you have the hardware to run it and some challenging gameplay makes this one a winner if you are a rally fan. While Colin McRae still beats it when it comes to pure entertainment but if you are a rally purist then get this.
Gameplay: Good but not for the easily bored.
Graphics: Great looking cars and tracks.
Sound: Average
