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Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief Review – BETTER LEFT IN THE PAST

8th October 20223rd March 2023 Anthony Culinas Acquire, Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, Nippon Ichi Software, NIS America, PlayStation 4, Stealth 1 Comment

Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief contains several mechanics that fall flat on their face and the tedium of go-fetch quests quickly starts to stack up.

Yurukill: The Calumniation Games Review – A KILLER GOOD TIME!

1st July 20223rd March 2023 Anthony Culinas Escape Room, Izanagi Games, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, NIS America, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Shoot 'Em Up, Yurukill, Yurukill The Calumniation Games 1 Comment

Excellent

Yurukill: The Calumniation Games contains an addictive blend of escape room escapades and fast-paced bullet-hell segments that keep players eagerly awaiting the next corner.

Crystar Review – PURGATORY IS WAITING!

26th March 20223rd March 2023 Samuel Incze Gemdrops Inc., Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, NIS America, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Spike Chunsoft 1 Comment

The narrative in Crystar focuses on main character Rei Hatada as she fights her way through purgatory to save her sister Mirai. In order to accomplish this, Rei signs a contract with two beings. They are known simply as Mephis and Pheles, who claim to be the managers of purgatory.

The Cruel King and The Great Hero Review – A WHOLESOME JRPG?

8th March 20223rd March 2023 Anthony Culinas JRPG, Nintendo Switch, NIS America, PlayStation 4, The Cruel King and The Great Hero, The Cruel King and The Great Hero Review 1 Comment

The Cruel King and The Great Hero is as classic as JRPGs get, but its little touches of modernisation truly shine through.

Monark Review – TURN-BASED HORROR?

17th February 20223rd March 2023 Anthony Culinas FuRyu, Lancarse, Microsoft Windows, Monark, Monark Review, Nintendo Switch, NIS America, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 1 Comment

Monark combines compelling, turn-based strategy combat alongside various Japanese style horror elements for a unique gameplay mix.

The Caligula Effect 2 Review – PERSONA 5’S RIVAL?

16th October 202115th October 2021 Dillon Van Der Putten 9 - Excellent, FuRyu, Game Review, JRPG, Nintendo Switch, NIS America, PS4, The Caligula Effect 2, Turn-based 1 Comment

The Caligula Effect 2 has a gripping story with quirky and funny jokes. The combat system is amazing especially with how they implement taking on tougher enemies.

Disgaea 6 Review – SURPRISINGLY FUNNY!

30th June 202130th June 2021 Dillon Van Der Putten Disgaea 6, Disgaea 6 Review, Disgaea 6 Switch Review, Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny, Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny Review, NIS America 1 Comment

Disgaea 6 is a fun little tactical RPG that doesn’t take itself seriously. Although a couple of aspects don’t quite hit the mark.

R-Type Final 2 Review – Punishing Space Battles!

11th May 202111th May 2021 Samuel Incze Granzella Inc., Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, NIS America, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S 1 Comment

R-Type Final 2 returns to the traditional side scrolling shooter formula that the series has been well known for. And yes, it is still super difficult! Testing your reactionary skills and memory, R-Type Final 2 will throw absolutely everything at you to prevent you from progressing through each stage.