NieR: Automata Review
Being a fan of the original NieR felt a lot like being part of a secret underground club. The game wasn’t pretty, it didn’t sell well, and no…
Nioh vs. Dark Souls: Which is Better?
Nioh and Dark Souls Since its reveal, Nioh has been compared to From Software’s popular Souls series quite a bit, and for good reason too. Nioh is characterized…
Nioh Review
I’m not all that familiar with the story of historical sailor William Adams, but I’m pretty sure he didn’t learn to wield a katana and become a samurai…
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Review
You record your progress with the tape recorder, take a deep breath, and decide it’s time to move along to the next part of your journey. Taking tentative…
Intentional or Not, Gravity Rush 2 Tells a Compelling Story About Finding a Sense of Belonging
In Japan, Gravity Rush is known as Gravity Daze. While “rush” certainly works for a game with mechanics that are all about finding the thrill of falling into…
Atelier Shallie Plus: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea Review
You kind of know what to expect each time you dive into an Atelier game. Every entry follows the developing story of a young woman who learns more…
NieR: Automata Could Be Everything We Ever Wanted From the First Game
Right from the start, it’s clear that NieR: Automata seeks to remedy everything that went wrong in the original NIER. While NIER boasted a strong and emotional storyline…
Why Dark Souls III Should Be Game of the Year
Dark Souls III feels like an apology for the sequel that came before it. Gone are the heavy-handed cutscenes that snicker at you at every turn, reminding you…
Square Enix’s Final Fantasy XV Story Patch is a Nice Gesture, But it’s Not Enough
Final Fantasy XV’s story isn’t a masterclass in narrative and writing, but it isn’t terrible either. In fact, if you take the time to really understand the world’s…
Let It Die Review
The main hub of the game, also known as the Waiting Room, features a weapons vendor and a woman who sells you decals, which are basically character buffs.…