Tag: adventure
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Fireball Wizard's retro-inspired pixelated graphics capture the essence of classic arcade games. The art style is charming and meticulously designed, reminiscent of the 8-bit and 16-bit era. The environments are visually distinct, featuring dark castles, gloomy forests, and treacherous caves. The enemy designs are varied, differing in mannerisms, attack patterns, and visual design, showcasing imaginative creatures and challenging bosses that provide both visual appeal and gameplay diversity.
June 22, 2023 -
A focus on psychological horror, storytelling, graphics, and immersion | Full Review: Layers of Fear ReviewLayers of Fear (2023) is a psychological horror game that takes players on a chilling journey through the twisted minds of various artists; the painter, the daughter, the musician, and the actor.
June 19, 2023 -
Layers of Fear (2023) is a remake of the original two games plus its DLC introduces a reimagined story, stunning visuals, and a comprehensive package that will captivate fans of the series, while serving as a good entry point for newcomers..
June 19, 2023 -
THE FINALS is a tournament-based game with elimination in an arena setting and looks as if Battlefield, with its amazing graphics, lighting, sound design, and destructible environments, had a baby with Overwatch's teammate-based combat and flashy abilities. This isn't a surprise, as the developer, Embark Studios, was founded by former DICE developers, the creators of the Battlefield games. A closed beta has gone live now on Steam, and players can try and request access.
June 17, 2023 -
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the beloved Nintendo DS puzzle-adventure game from Capcom, has returned in a remarkable remastered edition for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC platforms.
June 15, 2023 -
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective has been revitalized with completely HD graphics and flawless animations, breathing new life into its charming world. The game is set to be released on June 30, 2023, but there is a demo on Steam already available for players to try. I was able to play the demo version that allows players to experience the story up to Chapter 2. Notably, any saved data from the demo can be seamlessly transferred to the full version of the game once players purchase it.
June 15, 2023 -
Bleak Sword DX Bleak Sword DX is a pixel art soulslike-roguelite that offers an enhanced version of the original game for PC and Switch, following its initial exclusive release on Apple Arcade.
June 12, 2023 - This pixelated Apple Arcade souls-like is now on PC and Switch | First Impressions - Bleak Sword DX Review
In Bleak Sword DX, the protagonist is not the one wielding the titular Bleak Sword; rather, they must seek to destroy the weapon itself. As an unnamed warrior, your task is to lift the curse of the legendary Bleak Sword that has plagued the land for over two hundred years. While the story is not that deep, it serves as a premise and backdrop for the hack-and-slash combat action.
June 12, 2023 -
A highly customizable blend of roguelike and puzzles | Full Review - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon ReviewShovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is a roguelike dungeon crawler puzzle game that serves as a spin-off to the critically acclaimed Shovel Knight series. In this game, players take on the role of the protagonist, Shovel Knight, who becomes trapped within a magical artifact called the Pocket Dungeon.
June 11, 2023 - Dungeon crawler mixed w/ Tetris and Candy Crush? | First Impressions - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon Review
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is an engaging and addictive roguelike dungeon crawler puzzle available on Switch, PC, and with a Netflix exclusive port for Android and iOS. It draws inspiration from retro-style 2D platformers of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. With its pixelated art style and charming graphics, the game pays homage to classic video games.
June 11, 2023 -
Amnesia: The Bunker Amnesia: The Bunker, developed by the creators of the popular horror games SOMA, Penumbra, and the Amnesia series, is a first-person horror game that takes players on a gripping journey through the dark and claustrophobic corridors of a World War I bunker.
June 8, 2023 -
Amnesia: The Bunker offers a chilling and unforgettable first person horror experience through its gripping atmosphere, non-linear gameplay, resource management mechanics, and a dynamic AI-driven monster.
June 8, 2023 - 911 calls get forwarded to a late night radio talk show host | First Impressions - Killer Frequency Review
Killer Frequency is a first-person horror puzzle game set in the 1980s. Players assume the role of Forrest Nash, a late night radio talk show host on 189.16, “The Scream”, in the small town of Gallows Creek. The game revolves around the mysterious return of the killer known as The Whistling Man, who is causing havoc in the town.
June 7, 2023 -
Doomblade, offers a highly unique take on the Metroidvania genre. With its innovative combat mechanics featuring precision-based clicking much like mouse rhythm games like Osu!, or twin stick shooter style of combat when using controllers.
June 6, 2023 -
A satisfying experience of rhythmic mouse swiping or stick flicking | Full Review - Doomblade ReviewDoomblade is a 2D platforming metroidvania with unique combat and platforming mechanics, developed by Muro Studios and published by Iceberg Interactive for PC.
June 6, 2023 -
An immersive Hogwarts experience in mobile format | Full Review - Harry Potter: Magic Awakened Reviewlyndonguitar Download Harry Potter: Magic Awakened is a free-to-play third-person and deck-building game for mobile devices. It features a live-service game format and stylized graphics that magically recreates the wonderful Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
June 6, 2023 - It could give Hogwarts: Legacy a run for its money | Impressions - Harry Potter: Magic Awakened Review
Harry Potter: Magic Awakened re-introduces us to the world of wizarding once again, following a similar path to the one Harry Potter took, with Hagrid guiding us and leading us through Diagon Alley for school supplies. It allows us to customize our appearance and attire, introduces us to the deck-based combat system, and lets us choose owls as companions, among many other features.
June 6, 2023 -
Everdream Valley Everdream Valley is a third person farming sim developed for the Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, this game offers a refreshing and immersive experience across multiple platforms.
June 4, 2023 - Breathe new life into your grandparents' neglected farm | First Impressions - Everdream Valley Review
Everdream Valley is a delightful and lighthearted farming adventure game that combines the joys of tending to a homestead with farming, animals, and magic. Following in the footsteps of farming games like Dinkum and Stardew Valley; Everdream Valley promises to be another solid addition to the farming sim genre.
June 4, 2023 -
An impressive evolution for the renowned fighting game franchise | Full Review - Street Fighter 6 ReviewStreet Fighter™ 6 Street Fighter 6 is a 2023 fighting game developed and published by Capcom and the sixth main entry in the Street Fighter franchise, it was recently released and now available for PC, Playstation, and Xbox.
June 4, 2023