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Cassette Beasts Review

Cassette Beasts is more than just another monster taming game, it's the most innovative JRPG released so far in 2023. Check out our Cassette Beasts review to see why.

April 26, 2023 | 11:05 EDT

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Review

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor strives to be bigger and better than the original in every way. We cover that and more in our review.

April 26, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Amanda The Adventurer Review

Amanda the Adventurer is an analog-horror-inspired first-person horror title from the folks at Dread XP and MANGLEDmaw Games.

April 25, 2023 | 01:25 EDT

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Afterimage Review

Afterimage is a visually vibrant Metroidvania action platformer packed with complex environments and challenging gameplay. This is our review.

April 25, 2023 | 03:05 EDT

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Otxo Review

In our Otxo review, we take a look at a monochromatic top-down roguelike that borrows heavily from Hotline Miami, but manages to find its own identity.

April 22, 2023 | 10:30 EDT

A spread-shot cover of Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly, showcasing characters Riona, Lucas, and Officer Jorji against a backdrop of the Seattle Space Needle at dusk.

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly Review

A near-perfect rendition of fairytales with a modern twist, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly is easily one of 2023's best narrative efforts, with consistently engaging gameplay alongside it.

April 19, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Dead Island 2 Review

Dead Island 2 is a first-person action-horror game that sees you destroying your way through hordes of undead meat bags to survive Hell-A.

April 18, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Microsoft Flight Simulator - New York-JFK Airport (iniBuilds) Review

Our review of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (KJFK) for Microsoft Flight Simulator by iniBuilds details how good this massive add-on really is.

April 18, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story Review

The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story is an epic fight for freedom featuring some of your favorite League of Legends characters.

April 14, 2023 | 09:00 EDT

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Everspace 2 Review

Everspace 2 brings great interstellar dogfighting and an offbeat story to a massive open galaxy full of opportunities and loot.

April 5, 2023 | 06:22 EDT

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Melon Journey: Bittersweet Memories Review

Follow us to Hog Town with the bunny-eared Honeydew in this noir (vert?) spoof adventure game, Melon Journey: Bittersweet Memories.

April 5, 2023 | 02:00 EDT

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Assault Suits Valken DECLASSIFIED Review

Assault Suits Valken DECLASSIFIED brings the classic action run-and-gun game to the west with a proper localization for the first time.

March 30, 2023 | 07:30 EDT

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Gripper Review

In our Gripper review, we take a look at Bulgarian developer Heart Core's first effort, and it feels like there's a long way for the studio to go.

March 29, 2023 | 08:00 EDT

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Terra Nil Review

Terra Nil is a "reverse city-builder" focused on reclaiming a wasteland and turning it into a thriving ecosystem.

March 27, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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The Wreck Review

A powerful narrative journey that utilizes a time loop mechanic for commentary on the cycles we find ourselves in, and utilizes its gameplay to play perfectly alongside the story beats.

March 23, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Dredge Review

The open seas can be terrifying, and you never know what could be lurking in the darkness. Read our Dredge Review to learn more about this unique game.

March 23, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key Review

Check out whether the final entry to the Ryza trilogy end on a strong note with our Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key Review.

March 23, 2023 | 07:00 EDT

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Tchia Review

Though it has its flaws, Tchia is one of the best open world games I've played in a long time. The variety of things to do in its gorgeous world will keep most any player occupied for the duration of their playthrough, and will almost certainly leave them glad they gave the title a chance.

March 20, 2023 | 01:00 EDT

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WWE 2K23 Review

WWE 2K23 continues to improve on the formula of grappling games, providing a generous number of ways to pit your favorite superstars against one another.

March 20, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Resident Evil 4 Review

They remade Resident Evil 4. Should you give it your time of day or go to bingo night instead? Read our review to find out.

March 17, 2023 | 03:05 EDT

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Terminal Velocity: Boosted Edition Review

Terminal Velocity: Boosted Edition is a modern re-release of the classic 90s PC shooter Terminal Velocity with updated visuals and music.

March 14, 2023 | 09:00 EDT

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The Last Clockwinder Review - Simply Powerful

The Last Clockwinder is a simple puzzle game that uses the power of VR brilliantly. This is a no-brainer for anyone that owns VR.

March 12, 2023 | 11:00 EDT

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Microsoft Flight Simulator - Boeing 767-300ER (RHDSimulations) Review

RHDSimulations recently released its Boeing 767-300ER for Microsoft Flight Simulator, and it's pretty basic but possibly viable, depending on your demands.

March 12, 2023 | 10:00 EDT

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Anemoiapolis Chapter 1 Review

Anemoiapolis: Chapter 1 is the first entry in a new episodic liminal horror title that promises an experience like no other.

March 11, 2023 | 11:00 EST

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Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe Review

Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe is a port of the 2011 Wii title, but offers up a few new experiences to freshen it up.

March 10, 2023 | 11:00 EST

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Bleak Faith: Forsaken Review

In our Bleak Faith: Forsaken review, we look at yet another 3D indie Soulslike that proves the mission to replicate From Software's formula is misguided.

March 10, 2023 | 10:35 EST

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Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame 6 Review

A genuinely fun and underseen racing series let down by sheer tedium of its yearly repetition, Monster Energy Supercross 6 doesn’t do enough to differentiate it from previous entries, and instead stagnates alongside the developers' more recognized work.

March 9, 2023 | 11:00 EST

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The King's Dilemma: Chronicles Review

Our The King's Dilemma: Chronicles review seeks to discover if this adaptation can capture and adapt what made the original an award-winning board game a hit

March 9, 2023 | 10:30 EST

The cover art for Fatal Frame: Mask of The Lunar Eclipse, showcasing the protagonist Ruka Minazuki staring towards something with the titular mask in her hand.

Fatal Frame: Mask of The Lunar Eclipse Review

The Fatal Frame that time forgot finally gets its time in the spotlight, showcasing just enough of the legacy’s qualities, alongside being a perfect introduction to the series itself.

March 8, 2023 | 08:00 EST

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Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Review

Check out our Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Review to find out why this demon filled romp through Ancient China is generally a good time.

March 2, 2023 | 06:00 EST

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Rooftop Renegade Review

A quick burst of platforming goodness, unafraid to be set back by its lack of variety in challenges, and instead focusing on consistently uplifting level design, with a fantastic soundtrack to boot.

February 28, 2023 | 10:30 EST

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Ragnarock Review

If you’ve been missing Rock Band drums, this game might be your new fix. Read our Ragnarock review for PSVR 2 to find out.

February 28, 2023 | 10:00 EST

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Scars Above Review

Scars Above is a mediocre third-person adventure that feels incomplete at its core, thanks to cliched storytelling and a heavy reliance on outside inspirations.

February 28, 2023 | 12:05 EST

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Microsoft Flight Simulator - Oslo Gardermoen Airport (Orbx) Review

Orbx just released Oslo Gardermoen Airport (ENGM) for Microsoft Flight Simulator, and it's one of the best add-ons the developer has ever made.

February 21, 2023 | 03:31 EST

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Atomic Heart Review

Atomic Heart has had quite a journey to launch, and now the game is here. Does it manage to be exciting, or should this heart stop beating?

February 20, 2023 | 08:00 EST

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Like a Dragon: Ishin! Review

Like a Dragon: Ishin! is finally available in the west after 10 years. But was it worth the wait? Find out in our Like a Dragon: Ishin! review.

February 17, 2023 | 10:00 EST

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Octopath Traveler II Review

Octopath Traveler II is a perfect successor to the first installment with some new and welcome additions. Read our review to find out more

February 17, 2023 | 04:00 EST

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Fire Emblem Engage Review

Fire Emblem Engage celebrates the heritage of the longtime series, but is it up to snuff? Here's our review.

February 16, 2023 | 12:30 EST

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Wild Hearts Review

Wild Hearts takes all of the factors that work so well for Hunting games and enhances them with the Karakuri building system and an impressive upgrade tree.

February 16, 2023 | 10:00 EST

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Elderand Review

In our Elderand review, we take a look at a 2D Metroidvania action RPG inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft. Does it do enough to stand out?

February 16, 2023 | 09:00 EST

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Pharaoh: A New Era Review

Pharaoh: A New Era is a revival of the original ancient Egyptian city-builder released all the way back in 1999 by Inspiration Games.

February 15, 2023 | 10:00 EST

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Red Tape Review

What if Hell was a bureaucratic labyrinth? In our Red Tape review, we find out just how nightmarish the concept of Hell Incorporated could be.

February 14, 2023 | 06:16 EST

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Last Days of Lazarus Review

At times, Last Days of Lazarus can leave you as bewildered as its protagonist. The path forward isn't always clear, and the stakes seem to double with every passing minute. Although it takes a serious turn at the halfway mark it's still worth slogging through til the end just to see its absolute head-scratcher of an ending.   

February 14, 2023 | 10:00 EST

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Wanted: Dead Review

Does Wanted: Dead leave us wanting to die? Check out our review to find out.

February 14, 2023 | 09:00 EST

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Perish Review

Perish is a 4-player co-op FPS title that blends aspects of Greek and Roman cultures into a blend of L4D and Dark Souls (not in a cringe way).

February 13, 2023 | 01:15 EST

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Hi-Fi Rush Review

Curious about the surprise Xbox first-party game of 2023? In our Hi-Fi Rush review, we go into whether its rhythmic action lands on beat or misses the mark?

February 13, 2023 | 12:47 EST

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Deliver Us Mars Review

In our Deliver Us Mars review, we explore the ambitious sequel to KeokeN Interactive's 2019 sci-fi game Deliver Us the Moon.

February 7, 2023 | 11:00 EST

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Tails: The Backbone Preludes Review

While Tails: The Backbone Preludes feels like a step back in gameplay, it makes up for it with compelling characters, interesting stories, and lovely presentation.

February 2, 2023 | 09:00 EST

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SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake Review

The Cosmic Shake houses a fantastic recreation of the adventures that SpongeBob SquarePants has gone on throughout the years, only let down by an inability to provide adequate context for its gameplay mechanics.

January 30, 2023 | 11:00 EST

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Straylight Review

Straylight is an action-packed VR title that sees you swinging through the dark cosmos like space Spider-Man accompanied by a Sinister Voice.

January 30, 2023 | 10:00 EST