Charles Hartford
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Charles Hartford

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While Ara: History Untold asks a lot of players, it rewards those willing to put in the hours with a deeply rich gameplay experience that makes them feel like every choice they made shaped their nation and helped their people achieve greatness. From large-scale design innovations to the smallest details,...

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·September 23, 2024
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Fate/stay night REMASTERED delivers fantastic moments, but it’s hardly worth the work to find them.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·August 20, 2024
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After numerous hours bouncing between fun, if repetitive combat, and annoying characters occupying a forgettable story, Zenless Zone Zero falls well short of what it needs to be.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·July 6, 2024
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Animal Well delivers a gorgeous art style paired with unique gameplay and an uncompromising vision

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·May 9, 2024
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Tekken 8 offers great gameplay through precise controls, gorgeous visuals, and audio that energizes the player.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·January 23, 2024
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Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader delivers a solid option for players who are looking to lose themselves in the darkness of the franchise’s universe.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·December 6, 2023
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Super Mario RPG does a great job of mixing charming characters and fun, intuitive gameplay into an easy-to-enjoy package. Despite a few stumbles along the way, this classic journey largely lives up to its reputation, giving fans, new and old, something wonderful to experience.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·November 19, 2023
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Invincible Presents: Atom Eve delivers a mostly enjoyable look at Eve’s life during season one.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·November 14, 2023
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The Invincible is ultimately a sub-par experience. While it delivers flashes of quality in its cast and its attention to some details, the narrative is ultimately weighed down too much.

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·November 2, 2023
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When it’s at its best, Detective Pikachu Returns delivers the charm and cuteness that have always been hallmarks of the Pokémon franchise. However, all too frequently it fails to reach those heights thanks to shallow gameplay, a bloated story, and repetitive missions that feel lackluster, no matter what age demographic...

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·October 8, 2023
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With Sea of Stars Sabotage has crafted a unique and engaging game that any fan of the genre will enjoy playing. Its polish and innovation make it not only a Game of the Year contender but also makes it deserving of being added to the pantheon of indie games’ greatest...

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·August 28, 2023
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When it's at its best, Might and Magic: Clash of Heroes - Definitive Edition delivers an enjoyable fantasy tale that is accompanied by a unique gameplay system. However, overly random elements mar the player's sense of agency within these battles, greatly diminishing the thrill of victory and leaving them wondering...

But Why ThoBut Why Tho·July 20, 2023
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