It still feels a bit surreal saying this, but Xbox first-party titles are continuing to make their way to other platforms—and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle landing on PlayStation 5 is a big deal. This isn’t just any port; it’s a sign of the walls coming down a bit, making one of the best recent action-adventure games available to a much … Read More
Back in 2015, I picked up Xenoblade Chronicles X on the Wii U. Like a lot of JRPG fans at the time, I was drawn to its massive open world, deep systems, and ambitious scale. I had a blast with it, but to be honest, I never finished it. Life got in the way, and Xenoblade X was the kind of game you really … Read More
Ever since its reveal in 2023, South of Midnight had my attention. Its painterly, stop-motion-inspired art style immediately stood out, reminding me of Arcane with a touch of Coraline’s eerie charm. More importantly, it promised a character-driven action-adventure—something that’s been a rarity on Xbox compared to Sony’s first-party catalog in recent years. Developed by Compulsion Games (We Happy Few, Contrast), South of Midnight delivers a rich, folklore-infused … Read More
I’ve been a big Bleach fan since the anime hit it’s peak popularity in the mid 2000s. Back in the anime’s heyday, I spent countless hours battling it out in the Bleach DS games, and for years, I kept hoping we’d see the series return to the world of video games. Now, after over a decade, Bleach: Rebirth of Souls has arrived … Read More
It’s been well over a decade of fan requests, and endless speculation, but Ubisoft has finally delivered what everyone’s been asking for. Assassin’s Creed Shadows has finally taken the franchise to feudal Japan. This isn’t just another Assassin’s Creed game with a new coat of paint; it’s a vibrant, meticulously crafted open world that immerses you in the era of … Read More
After setting the gold standard for co-op gaming with It Takes Two, the team had a tough act to follow. Could they capture that same magic twice? The answer, after spending hours grinning from ear to ear playing Split Fiction, is a resounding yes. This is another phenomenal co-op adventure—one that pushes the boundaries of genre, storytelling, and gameplay variety in ways … Read More
I’ve been playing Monster Hunter games for years, though I wouldn’t call myself a series veteran. I first jumped in during the Wii and DS era, getting my hands on Monster Hunter Tri and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, and while I enjoyed them, it wasn’t until Monster Hunter World and Monster Hunter Rise that I really got hooked. Those games … Read More
I’ve been a pretty big Yu-Gi-Oh! fan for as long as I can remember. From collecting cards in the schoolyard to watching the anime religiously, the franchise has been a constant presence in my life since the franchise really blew up. But one of the most memorable parts of my Yu-Gi-Oh! journey was the early 2000s, when I spent countless hours playing the Yu-Gi-Oh! games on … Read More
After Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth took the series to Hawaii with Ichiban, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii follows up with an unexpected but welcome protagonist—Goro Majima. This spin-off entry trades the neon-lit streets of Japan for the sun-soaked beaches and treacherous waters of Hawaii, bringing back the chaotic energy the Yakuza series is known for while introducing a fresh pirate twist. … Read More
Obsidian Entertainment has a well-earned reputation for crafting some of the best RPG experiences in gaming. From the beloved Fallout: New Vegas to the witty, sci-fi adventure of The Outer Worlds, the studio has consistently delivered compelling narratives, deep role-playing mechanics, and engaging world-building. Now, with Avowed, Obsidian returns to the fantasy genre, bringing us back to the world of Pillars of Eternity—but with a … Read More