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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Review – Definitively Monado

15Jun

By CraigNo Comments

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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Review – Definitively Monado

Originally released in June 2010 for the Nintendo Wii, Xenoblade Chronicles is a JRPG developed by Monolith Soft and Monster Games. It didn't sell as well as some other games on the Wii, but the fact that they decided to remaster and re-release it on the Nintendo Switch as Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition should say a lot about its popularity. I, for one, missed out on Xenoblade Chronicles on the Wii, so when I saw a remaster coming out I was pretty stoked to get my hands on it. After playing the sequel on Nintendo Switch, I just had to get myself a copy. When I was offered a review code to take a look, I leapt at the opportunity. Strap in, we're about to get into Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. Gameplay The story begins with a battle between two Colossal titans called...

26May

By CraigNo Comments

PC Reviews, Previews & Early Access

Paradise Killer – Trouble In Paradise

It's not often I get to take a look at pre-alpha builds of games, so it's not really one of my strong suits to critique a game that's so early in its development. But when I was given the opportunity to look at Paradise Killer, I was instantly intrigued by its weird aesthetic and its detective-driven mystery-solving gameplay. I felt like it would be an interesting puzzle to solve. With that in mind, I set out on the timed demo build to see how far I could get. The following write-up is based entirely on an early pre-release build of the game that could be subject to major changes. Gameplay Paradise Killer is a whodunit murder mystery game, set on a strange island inhabited by gods. There have been many iterations of the island. It is destroyed and remade. Each iteration of the island is ...

22May

By StuartNo Comments

PC Reviews

Maneater Review – Jaws Got Jacked!

Ever wondered what it would be like to swim around as a shark? Ever wondered what it would feel like to be the Apex Predator in the ocean? Well with Maneater, developed and published by Tripwire Interactive LLC now you can fulfil those dreams! Dropping onto the Epic Store, I was lucky enough to receive the code in good time to be able to sample what the game brings to the table. Oh by the way, you've got red on you! Gameplay Maneater is a single player action RPG that see's you controlling a young shark pup after your mum was brutally cut open in what can only be described as a brutal act by a mad shark hunter! Sounds fin-tastic right? Well once you have been pulled from inside the cosy womb and thrown into the murky waters of the gulf coast you start your reel journey. Now ...

Trials Of Mana Review – The Mana Comes Around

13May

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PlayStation Reviews

Trials Of Mana Review – The Mana Comes Around

Legendary RPG developers Square released Secret of Mana released on the Super Nintendo in 1993. While considered by many to be an RPG classic, disappointing sales led to its sequel, known in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, never being localised for English-speaking audiences. Fans have made valiant efforts to translate the fairly substantial script but until very recently the game has not been widely available to Western audiences who weren't cool with emulation. This has all changed with the release of Collection of Mana, a compilation of the original trilogy of games, in which Seiken Densetsu 3 was renamed Trials of Mana. Now a fully 3D Trials of Mana is here to satisfy those with a hankering for the polygonal. It released on Switch, Playstation 4 and Microsoft Windows on April 24 2020, with...

John Wick Hex Review – Every Dog Has It’s Day

6May

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PlayStation Reviews

John Wick Hex Review – Every Dog Has It’s Day

Given the nature of the John Wick franchise, it comes as no surprise that the blockbuster film would hand the license over to a video game developer. We have seen and experienced countless crossover titles but unfortunately, the majority of them lack the quality and passion that the source material deserves. This is why I was shocked to learn that the immensely talented Mike Bithell and his team were developing John Wick Hex, a prequel to the film series. Could this crossover hit the bullseye or will it miss the target? Gameplay John Wick is about relentless action at a break-neck speed. He floats between enemies and orchestrates a symphony of death in an instance. John Wick Hex successfully replicates the glorious violence in a considered, tactical, and cerebral manner. Each miss...

Fallout 76: Wastelanders DLC Review – Take Me Home, Down Country Roads

30Apr

By ArNo Comments

Xbox Reviews

Fallout 76: Wastelanders DLC Review – Take Me Home, Down Country Roads

It’s fair to say it's been a bumpy ride, with a lot of turbulence in the eighteen months or so since Fallout 76 was released by Bethesda. I’m not going to dive too deeply into the chequered history of the latest instalment of the Fallout franchise, suffice it to say that until now, it really hasn’t been a hit with the fan base. At launch and during the months beyond, the discernable lack of NPCs and any kind of real storyline in Fallout 76 was perhaps the biggest and most confusing oversight on the part of Bethesda. After all, questing, side-questing, engaging storytelling, snarky dialogue and you know, actual NPC's with some character is at the heart of the entire Fallout franchise. So it’s an actual joy to be able to visit Appalachia now and meet a range of NPCs in the form of the...

In Other Waters Review – Trouble In The Deep

20Apr

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In Other Waters Review – Trouble In The Deep

I've been having a hard time putting into words my thoughts about In Other Waters. It's a hard sell, but it is an experience like no other I've played before. Crafted by the one-man team Jump Over The Age, In Other Waters won the Jury Prix award at IndieCade Europe in 2019. Gareth Damian Martin, the man behind the game, brings a unique blend of experiences to game development, from games journalism and graphic design to experimental literature. He's put his skills to the test, making his first game In Other Waters. Winning a Jury Prix award at a European indie game festival with your first game is pretty impressive, so let's dive in and check it out, shall we? Gameplay In Other Waters is a nice narrative-driven exploration game. In it, you play as an A.I. controlling a diving suit contai...

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy Review – Now, That’s A Name I’ve Not Heard In A Long Time

1Apr

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Switch Reviews

Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy Review – Now, That’s A Name I’ve Not Heard In A Long Time

It's a good time to be Star Wars fan. Despite a few rocky releases, it's as popular as ever and after the fantastic Stars Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (see Stu's thoughts here), there's a new hope for gamers. Whilst we wait for the next big release for the franchise, classic titles are hitting modern consoles. The latest port sees Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy hit the Nintendo Switch and PS4. Brought back to us by Aspyr, the online multiplayer classic comes to Nintendo Switch with modernized controls. Take on the role of a new student eager to learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker. You can pick it up here, but first, read on to find out if you should. Gameplay Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy is a hybrid 3rd person/FPS action game, and is actually the 3rd...

The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Review – Not Half Bad, All Bad!

12Feb

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Switch Reviews

The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Review – Not Half Bad, All Bad!

Towards the end of 2019, Netflix released the lovingly crafted prequel to the classic fantasy adventure film The Dark Crystal. Following the critical and fan admiration to the series, BonusXP announced The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, a new tactical game based on the Netflix prequel. Instantly this grabbed my attention. I love Jim Henson’s work and had recently finished the fantastic Fire Emblem: Three Houses. To me, this sounded like the perfect game. The time came. I loaded up the game and was greeted with that familiar title, which hit me deep in my nostalgia balls. The initial cutscene was a throwback to 80s gaming, with cool hand-drawn graphics and text boxes to introduce the narrative. The game started, and that’s when it went downhill. Gameplay Creating a game bas...

Heroland Nintendo Review – The Backseat Warrior

31Jan

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Switch Reviews

Heroland Nintendo Review – The Backseat Warrior

Have you dreamed of being the hero of your own epic adventure? Heroland is the place for you. Face epic monsters, explore the darkest of dungeons and carve your legend. Well, that's on the pamphlet for this park at least. Pick up this game, and you can live out your dreams of being a tour guide! Ok, so it's not the conventional dream. But when members of the development team worked on Mother 3, what else would you expect? Developed by FuRyu, and published by XSeed Games, Heroland opens for business on the 31st January, for Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PC. Gameplay What sets Heroland apart is how its battles are fought. Simply put, you don't fight, that's all down to the guests. As a tour guide, it's your role to give advice during a battle. If you think one guest should use a certain...