Gaming Reviews
Penny’s Big Breakaway review: Fun platformer keeps its momentum going
Penny's Big Breakaway, which launched during the February Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, is worth a look for platformer fans.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink review: this fantastic adventure is the future of RPGs
Granblue Fantasy: Relink tackles the modern action RPG format with extraordinary combat and jaw-dropping spectacle.
Persona 3 Reload review: an almost perfect remake of an all-time classic
Persona 3 Reload updates a classic RPG's gameplay and style to reflect modern entries like Persona 5, and does so with great results.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth review: must-play RPG is an endless vacation
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth overcomes pacing issues to deliver the series' most emotionally impactful installment to date.
Tekken 8 review: Beat Up Your Dad Simulator 2K24
While Tekken 8's Arcade mode is a miss, the excellent fighting game contains a wild story mode that you can't miss.
Another Code: Recollection review: this remake leaves a lasting memory
Another Code: Recollection is a welcome remake of two cult classic narrative adventure games from the Nintendo DS and Wii days.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown review: kicking off 2024’s game of the year debate
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a master class in seamless Metroidvania design, and the first must-play game of the year.
God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla review: the epilogue this series deserves
God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla is an impressive free DLC, introducing a roguelite mode that doubles as a great epilogue for the series.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince review: a charming Pokémon alternative
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince delivers charming monsters, fun turn-based combat, and a whole lot of grinding.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader review: bugs can’t fully spoil a CRPG dream come true
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader delivers deep tactical combat and rich storytelling that makes great use of the tabletop universe.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora review: Na’vi adventure doesn’t practice what it preaches
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora turns James Cameron's film into a beautiful, messy open-world game filled with mixed messages.
Arizona Sunshine 2 review: thrilling VR shooter gets devoured by bugs
Arizona Sunshine 2 gets a lot right as a VR shooter, but an irritating protagonist and bevy of technical problems drag the experience down.
A Highland Song review: Breath of the Wild-inspired indie is a Scottish delight
A Highland Song captures the freedom of Breath of the Wild with a moving coming-of-age story set in the Scottish Highlands.
Sonic Dream Team review: the hedgehog’s latest adventure has momentum
Sonic Dream Team nails the basics of movement and momentum to create one of the hedgehog's most enjoyable games in years.
Steam Deck OLED review: Valve’s refreshed handheld made me a believer
The Steam Deck OLED upgrade fixes just about every glaring problem Valve's experimental first draft had.
American Arcadia review: ingenious spy thriller is a can’t-miss November game
American Arcadia has all the makings of an indie hit, with some biting social satire and inventive puzzle-platforming.
Super Mario RPG review: kid-friendly remake dulls cult classic’s edges
Super Mario RPG is a charming ode to one of Mario's most creative adventures, though its not necessarily a better version of it.
Persona 5 Tactica review: stylish strategy spinoff skimps on story
Persona 5 Tactica sports some strong strategy systems, but it's lacking the heart that makes Persona 5 so memorable.
PlayStation Portal review: PS5 streaming handheld cuts a lot of corners
The PlayStation Portal is a serviceable option for handheld PS5 streaming. Just don't expect more than the bare minimum.
Sony PlayStation 5 review: slimmer model makes a great console better
The PS5's slimmer upgraded model makes a great console even better, with more storage and a slightly less awkward design.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 review: little to play and nothing to say
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a pretty game, but its bland campaign, atrocious UI, and irritating multiplayer quirks leave a sour taste in the mouth.
Lenovo Legion Go review: portable PC takes the right ideas from Nintendo Switch
The Legion Go's innovative features help it stand out, even if it's not the most practical portable PC out there.
Steam Deck review: an experimental handheld that keeps improving
The Steam Deck is an incredibly powerful portable gaming device that's only improved since its launch.
