Archive for the ‘Reviews’ Category
  • Divinity: Original Sin (Review) PC

    Posted by on March 27, 2014 under PC, Reviews
    Still in the Early Access stage on Steam, Divinity: Original Sin is the latest release in the Divinity series. Like its predecessors, Original Sin adopts the classic turn-based combat system and the 'choose your own destiny' gameplay that has made the series popular. But instead of limiting your conversations and destiny to NPCs, you can now “role-play” with the characters in your party. The n... more.
  • Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 (Review) Playstation 3

    Posted by on March 27, 2014 under PS3, Reviews
    Have you ever imagined what Castlevania would be like if its whip-welding, platform climbing hijinks were suddenly merged with the stealth mechanics of Metal Gear Solid? It's doubtful there are few (if any) gamers who would even consider (let alone imagine) stealth mechanics in a Castlevania game, and rightfully so. After all, the Castlevania series is like the Holy Grail of platform games - it's ... more.
  • The Castle Doctrine (Review) PC

    Posted by on March 27, 2014 under PC, Reviews
    The Castle Doctrine is a unique experience that places you in a scenario where you have no choice but to survive. You must stop at nothing to protect your family and the things that are precious to you. You start with only two thousand dollars, a wife and a few kids. The main objective is to build a home security system to protect your family and any money you have in your possession. Sounds easy,... more.
  • Blackguards (Review) PC

    Posted by on March 27, 2014 under PC, Reviews
    Blackguards by Daedalic entertainment plunges you into the world of the Dark Eye. Based on pen and paper Dungeons & Dragons, Blackguards’ story is a compelling tale of darkness and deceit that spans across five chapters. On the surface, Blackguards is a dark, gritty role-playing game that is based on strategy and tactics. Combat occurs on a hexagon-type grid much like pen and paper D&... more.
  • Rayman Legends (Review) Xbox One

    Posted by on March 11, 2014 under Reviews, Xbox One
    Released for the Nintendo Wii U last September, Rayman Legends for Xbox One is a 2D platformer that places the player in the role of Rayman, a charismatic, limbless hero on a mission to save the Dream Glades from a spell that has kept its inhabitants in a deep slumber for well over a century. Rayman is joined by a host of heroes to help aid him in his quest. Fan favorites such as Globox and the Te... more.
  • Island of the Lizard King (Review) iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad

    Posted by on March 11, 2014 under Portables, Reviews
    Tin Man Games continues to broaden its selection of interactive Gamebooks with the release of Island of the Lizard King, a Fighting Fantasy role-playing book written by Ian Livingston. As a brave adventurer, you must travel to Fire Island to free the slaves of Oytser Bay from the treacherous Lizard King. The journey ahead will not be an easy one as greedy pirates, cannibalistic tribesmen and night... more.
  • Danganronpa Happy Trigger Havoc (Review) PSVita

    Posted by on February 26, 2014 under Portables, Reviews
    Makoto Naegi is an average high school student with no exceptional skills or talents. To his surprise, he was chosen in a lottery to attend Hope's Peak Academy - a school that is only reserved for top students from every field imaginable. The school is enamored by hundreds of years of tradition, sending the 'cream of the crop' into the work force every year. The students that graduate from Hope... more.
  • Might & Magic X Legacy (Review) PC

    Posted by on February 23, 2014 under PC, Reviews
    Ubisoft’s latest release in the Might & Magic series takes an old-school approach to role-playing games. Designed to resemble the original games from back in the day, Might & Magic X Legacy is a truly brilliant and nostalgic role-playing experience. And while it replicates its classic predecessors, Legacy still uses a modern 3D engine and includes features that are still available in som... more.
  • Might & Magic X Legacy (Review) PC

    Posted by on February 23, 2014 under PC, Reviews
    Ubisoft’s latest release in the Might & Magic series takes an old-school approach to role-playing games. Designed to resemble the original games from back in the day, Might & Magic X Legacy is a truly brilliant and nostalgic role-playing experience. And while it replicates its classic predecessors, Legacy still uses a modern 3D engine and includes features that are still available in som... more.
  • Darkout (Review) PC

    Posted by on February 22, 2014 under PC, Reviews
    Darkout offers a fresh, new approach to an overused concept - it’s an open-ended, sandbox-style survival game. You must harvest resources that will help you craft and survive, among other things. Darkout is far from being an easy game -  you have crash landed on a rogue planet in the middle of nowhere, with only a few basic items to help you survive. With so many games like Darkout springing... more.