In Deadcraft, survival of the fittest entails a half-undead protagonist cultivating a gun-toting legion of the dead. While combat is a bit clunky, a capable script and a satisfying sense of progression means this title ...
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Rolling Gunner might not be the prettiest horizontally-scrolling shooter. But the game counterbalances its utilitarian looks with engrossing playability. The bundled DLC adds additional longevity. Sadly, it’s been over a decade since danmaku masters Cave ...
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Rebellion’s latest is yet another long-range bulls-eye for the franchise. Like series star Karl Fairburne, don’t miss this one, especially if you’re a fan of slow-boiled, methodical stealth. World War II lasted for six ...
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Known as Cotton Rock ‘n Roll: Superlative Night Dreams in Japan, the Success’ shooter makes it way stateside. It’s got seven different playable characters and unlockable homage stages. While the game establishes a new watermark ...
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Building on its ambitious predecessor, Salt and Sacrifice draws from titles such as Demon’s Souls and Castlevania. But this time out, there’s a bit of Monster Hunter-style augmentation that’s evident as well, offering rewards which ...
Read More »Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising review
Often, smaller scale prequels seem like marketing for the main game. While it’s uncertain just how much of Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising’s exposition will feed into Hundred Heroes, this is the rare interactive prologue that’s worth ...
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Looking for a relaxing platforming puzzler than you can tackle at your own pace? Lumote: The Mastermote Chronicles offers a relaxing and vibrant eight-hour retreat from the world. But know that you won’t find much ...
Read More »Wildcat Gun Machine review
Wildcat Gun Machine’s tonality is as ridiculous as its title. Artwork shifts from ‘conceivably cute’ during gameplay to “serious” on the upgrade screen. Sometimes, you’re side-stepping bullets that look like pink bubbles. In other moments, ...
Read More »Research and Destroy review
With references that range from Valkyria Chronicles, Hanna- Barbera, and with a slightly sus-looking cartoonish character, Among Us, Research and Destroy offers a hodge-podge of pop culture references. But the game’s best qualities are the ...
Read More »Z-Warp mini-review
Dodge, shoot, die, and curse- now repeat this cycles dozens of times. Like any respectable shmup, Z-Warp will submerge you in screens awash with projectiles. Learning to swim through it all can be gratifying. Panda ...
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