Console Reviews
If you enjoy platform games, then Klonoa has a lot to offer. The 2.5D visuals sets the game apart from the 3D titles of the era and there are lots of extra stuff to see and do while playing.
Gameplay: Pretty straightforward platform fare.
Graphics: A bit pixelated, but bright and colorful.
Sound: Upbeat
PC Game Reviews
Don’t approach SNK HEROINES Tag Team Frenzy expecting an indepth move list and longevity. Instead, it is a very newcomer-friendly brawler with a firm emphasis on fan service. The customization options are nice, but not as extensive as we would have liked and the story mode is unlikely to keep players hooked for very long. The game is undeniably fun, especially if you don’t have the time to practice endlessly just to become proficient with certain characters, but sadly this also means that you’ll tire of it quite soon.
Gameplay: Very newcomer-friendly, but can’t hold a candle to some of the bigger titles available.
Graphics: Characters look great and the outfits are eye-catching, but the backgrounds could have been much better.
Sound: Nothing remarkable about the music, but the Japanese voice acting is very fitting
PC Game Reviews
Ace Combat 7 offers a superb selection of aircraft and a campaign spanning twenty missions to use them in. The controls feel great, and there are enough settings to ensure that even total newcomers can have fun. However, the game can sometimes get frustrating, and the lack of support from the rest of your squad is a bit annoying. In addition, the multiplayer component of the game feels a bit lacking. Despite these issues, the game is very solid and offers an action-packed experience that is hard to beat.
Gameplay: A little frustrating at times, but overall the experience is action-packed and a lot of fun.
Graphics: All of the planes in this game look great, and the amount of detail is also impressive.
Sound: Decent voice acting and a superb soundtrack complement the action nicely
PC Game Reviews
Devil May Cry 4 does a much better job than the usual shoddy console ports and is hugely entertaining to play as well. You will want to invest in a good gamepad to get the most out of the game and the amount of backtracking is a bit disappointing, but overall this is a solid offering.
Gameplay: Nero makes for a nice change but Dante is still playable.
Graphics: Much better looking than the usual console ports.
Sound: Good voice acting although the music can become slightly repetitive
PC Game Reviews
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice might not have the best combat or puzzles in the genre, but it is hard to beat in terms of storytelling and immersion. There are not many other games on the market that can hold a candle to it when it comes to visuals and animation, while the way it realistically portrays psychosis is also groundbreaking. The game still features plenty of combat, but it is not the primary focus, so players expecting something closer to previous Ninja Theory titles will probably be a little disappointed. However, if you can appreciate something with a strong narrative focus and willingness to tackle subjects that few others dare, then Hellblade is your game.
Gameplay: The combat and puzzles are a bit weak, but the overall experience is superb.
Graphics: Although the game is very bleak overall, the detail and animations are top notch.
Sound: This is definitely a game that must be played with headphones thanks to the awesome binaural sounds
Previews
Considering the source material, it really is surprising that the upcoming Warhammer: Chaosbane is the first every hack and slash set in this universe. Of course, there was Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr a while back, but Chaosbane is the first to use the Warhammer Fantasy world, which is honestly a much better fit for the genre. We were fortunate enough to try out the VIP beta of the game, which included the first act as well as two out of the four playable characters
News
Spike Chunsoft has recently unveiled the latest gameplay trailer for their upcoming survival RPG, Zanki Zero: Last Beginning, and it is looking pretty interesting to say the least. For those unfamiliar with the title, it is a new type of survival game from the creators of the Danganronpa series, Yoshinori Terasawa and Takayuki Sugawara. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where you take control of eight protagonists who are not just fighting for their own survival, but also trying to figure out the meaning of their never-ending cycles of life and death
PC Game Reviews
Zombo Buster Rising is a mindless 2D arcade game where you fend off waves of zombies that are storming your base. Killing zombies rewards you with cash that can be used for upgrades and you are eventually joined by two AI controlled partners. The game is very simple and instead of moving around, you only control the cross-hairs. There is some strategy involved when it comes to activating special abilities at the right time, but overall this is a game that can be completed quickly and easily. It usually sells for dirt cheap, though, so fans of the genre should definitely give it a shot.
Gameplay: Shoot zombies before they overrun your base while collecting coins to upgrade your weapon.
Graphics: 2D, very basic and featuring only one background, but at least there are plenty of zombie types.
Sound: Nothing memorable about the music or sound effects, but thankfully neither is annoying
PC Game Reviews
Blue Estate is an on-rails shooter that is filled with violence, obscenities, and plenty of very politically incorrect humor. It is based on a comic book license, so if you are a fan of these and enjoy the genre, you will have a blast with the game. Unfortunately, it is relatively short, and its brand of humor will definitely not appeal to everyone. However, despite its flaws, it is certainly an entertaining title and addictive enough to keep us coming back for more, even after completing both the story and arcade modes.
Gameplay: Light gun games are not exactly common on PC, so if you have the right peripheral, you will have a blast with this one.
Graphics: The visuals are colorful, detailed, and quite humorous in places.
Sound: The voice acting is decent, and the soundtrack isn’t bad either
PC Game Reviews
Psyvariar Delta is not just a brand new version of the arcade classic, but also comes packed with high definition remakes of Psyvariar Medium Unit as well as Psyvariar Revision. In addition, it comes with a slew of addition content that makes these titles more fun to play than ever before. It’s not the best looking bullet hell shooter by far, but thanks to buzz system, that sees you trying to skirt as close as possible to the deadly bullets you are supposed to dodge, it is definitely one of the most exciting. This mechanic also provides the game with a lot more depth than what is initially apparent, so there is definitely value for money here despite the higher than usual price tag. If you are a fan of the genre or still have fond memories of the original games, then Psyvariar Delta is an essential purchase.
Gameplay: A bullet hell shooter where you still have to dodge bullets, but if you want to level up you must do it in the most reckless way possible.
Graphics: The visuals are a definite improvement over the original titles, but still looks a little plain compared to more modern offerings.
Sound: The soundtrack is excellent and the sound effects pretty good too
