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I loved every moment of my time in the original Sea of Stars. I was ecstatic when I heard that it was getting a brand new DLC in the form of a free update. It felt like an amazing time to restart my time in the game. And now the…
After quietly building a cult following with its serene atmosphere and striking visuals, Spirit of the North returns with a direct sequel that attempts to deepen its mystical world while retaining the calm, meditative gameplay that defined the original. Spirit of the North 2 on Xbox Series X is visually…
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 continues the trend of revisiting Capcom’s golden era of arcade dominance. While some might argue that Capcom has already reestablished its footing with modern hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Street Fighter VI, the roots of that success were planted long ago during its reign over…
I've been playing Lost Records Bloom & Rage, the latest narrative-driven adventure game from Don't Nod. The question I had going in was, can Lost Records Bloom & Rage stand out amongst an increasingly crowded genre? And more importantly, is it worth your time? Game Name: Lost Records Bloom &…
Revenge of the Savage Planet is a quirky and captivating adventure game that combines exploration, humour, and combat in a beautifully bizarre alien world. Developed by Typhoon Studios and released for multiple platforms, including the Xbox Series X, this title combines vibrant visuals with a light-hearted tone that will leave…
While the franchise got its start in 1993, it wasn't till the 2016 reboot that DOOM found its footing in the modern era, putting itself up there with the campaigns of Call of Duty and other shooters. All the while, DOOM Guy, now renamed The Doom Slayer (or The Slayer),…
There are very few events on the planet that have the global impact of a FIFA World Cup. Yes, at its core, it is merely a sports tournament with an evolving number of teams throughout its long and storied history. However, unlike the Olympics, where it is largely about individuals…
Death End re:Quest is a series from Compile Heart about survival. If you make one wrong step in any of the previous games, you reach a death end that requires you to return to your last save and find a new way to victory. Death End re:Quest: Code Z is…
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion has had a lasting impact on the RPG genre since its 2006 launch. Touted as one of the greatest RPGs of all time, it seemed only fitting for this classic to be brought out of the crates and polished for current-gen audiences. Oblivion was well-received…
Do you like co-op experiences? Hazelight Games once again looks to deliver a top-tier co-op adventure with Split Fiction. The biggest question is, can Split Fiction recapture the magic of It Takes Two? Let's talk about it. Game Name: Split Fiction Platform(s): PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series…
Right out of the gate, I was thrilled to see a new take on turn-based RPGS with the introduction of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. This made me follow the cycle of this game closely, and so when it finally showed up in my email, I became ecstatic. It's time to…
As much as I love the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise now, I find it hilarious that my first foray into this universe by Monolith Soft was via the one "spinoff" that they did via X. It was originally on the Wii U, and we didn't even know it was a Xenoblade…
