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Dragon Quest III received a remake back in 2024 that used the new HD-2D engine pioneered in Octopath Traveler, and I absolutely loved it. With the latest remake of the series, we now have the rest of the Erdrick trilogy in the same engine. Does it hold up? It's time…
Given what happened with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, it was clear that The Pokémon Company couldn’t afford to release another major title or spin-off that wasn’t polished to perfection and truly worth players’ time. When word spread that the team was developing a follow-up to Pokémon Legends: Arceus, one…
Gloomhaven isn’t just a game; it’s a monumental achievement in tabletop design. It delivers tactical brilliance, deep world-building, and near-endless replayability. It’s demanding, heavy, and often overwhelming – but for those who stick with it, it’s the gold standard of modern board gaming.
When Plants vs. Zombies first sprouted onto PC screens back in 2009, it was an instant cult classic, a perfect blend of strategy, charm, and chaos that made defending your lawn against the undead feel downright wholesome. Sixteen years later, Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted digs up those roots and gives…
I grew up playing the Ninja Gaiden games on the NES. They were some of the most challenging games I had ever played, especially Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom. When the series came to Xbox, the first game (which served as a prequel, by the way) made…
Where do I even start with Double Fine’s newest IP, Keeper? It’s an amazingly beautiful game, and in The Outerhaven’s review of Keeper, we explore why it stands out as one of the most emotionally engaging experiences of the year. You’ll often find yourself simply sitting and marveling at the…
Nihon Falcom is a game developer that likes to have fun with its game ideas and concepts. About 15 years ago, as they were finishing Trails in the Sky the 3rd as well as Ys Seven, they decided to test their new Ys engine by making a game all about…
NASCAR 25 aims to be the definitive next-gen NASCAR experience on Xbox Series X, delivering stunning visuals, authentic handling, and a deeper career mode. While the foundation is strong, persistent bugs, technical hiccups, and missing features keep it from reaching full speed. It’s a solid start for the series’ revival,...
It’s not the first time that 2D beat ’em ups and roguelikes have crossed paths, but Absolum, from Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks, takes the concept further, feeling like a true evolution of the formula. The gameplay blends the tight, polished combat of Streets of Rage 4 with the…
Little Nightmares is a unique series that places you in the shoes of a small character navigating around much larger, terrifying enemies through a world filled with horror-themed challenges. Little Nightmares II introduced a second character to aid in your escape, and now Little Nightmares III takes things even further…
In recent years, the Battlefield franchise hasn't exactly set the world on fire. However, Battlefield 6 (BF6) has seemingly recaptured the imagination of fans ever since its first reveal, with plenty of positive reactions to the beta tests. With many noticing the similarities being drawn between BF6 and some of…
Two years ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing Disgaea 7. Disgaea is a series that I have been a fan of practically since I started playing the games on PSP. So hearing that Disgaea 7 Complete was on its way made me hyped. Getting a complete edition is not…
