For years, Halo has always occupied this almost mythical place in gaming for me. Growing up with PlayStation consoles meant I never really had the opportunity to experience Microsoft’s flagship series firsthand. I knew the name, I knew Master Chief, and I knew Halo was considered one of the most influential shooters ever made, but that was about the extent … Read More
I’ve been a fan of Sword Art Online for years, particularly the earlier seasons. There’s something about the original Aincrad arc that has always stood out to me. The idea of thousands of players becoming trapped inside a virtual world where death in the game meant death in real life remains one of the most compelling premises in anime, and … Read More
I’ve always had a soft spot for anything inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and the Cthulhu Mythos, even if I don’t normally gravitate towards co-op survival games. They’re usually not a genre that keeps my attention for very long. Still, the promise of a Lovecraftian survival experience that could also be played completely solo was enough to convince me to give … Read More
Every now and then, a game comes along that reminds me why I fell in love with action RPGs in the first place. They don’t always need sprawling open worlds or endless checklists to keep me engaged. Sometimes all it takes is a memorable adventure, satisfying combat, and a world that’s simply enjoyable to explore. That’s exactly what I was … Read More
When I played Devil May Cry 5 on PlayStation 4, I walked away convinced it was one of the finest character action games Capcom had ever produced. Years later, I still feel exactly the same. Its stylish combat, unforgettable boss fights, and incredibly satisfying gameplay have aged remarkably well. Now, thanks to Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, I’ve … Read More
Going into Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2, I was in a pretty unique position compared to a lot of longtime Nintendo fans. While so many people have fond memories of playing the original back on the Nintendo 64, I never actually owned one growing up. That meant I completely missed out on the series during its heyday, and most … Read More
When I first played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PlayStation 5, I came away convinced it was one of the best RPGs of this generation. Before the Nintendo Switch 2 version launched, I also had the chance to preview the port, and while I was impressed by what I saw, there were still plenty of questions about how the full … Read More
I’ve always had a soft spot for Sword Art Online. While the anime has certainly had its ups and downs over the years, I’ve enjoyed following Kirito’s adventures ever since the series first debuted. The franchise has also produced a surprisingly solid lineup of video game adaptations, with several of them doing a great job of expanding on the world … Read More
I’ll be upfront. Otome games are not usually where I spend my time. I’ve always appreciated visual novels, especially ones that lean hard into strong writing, memorable characters, and stories that are willing to take risks, but romance focused titles often fall just outside my comfort zone. Still, Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights caught my attention. The … Read More
Housemarque has quietly become one of the most dependable studios in modern gaming. Over the last decade they’ve carved out a reputation as masters of the bullet hell genre, blending arcade chaos with cinematic presentation in games like Resogun, Nex Machina, and most notably Returnal. So going into Saros on PS5, I already had pretty high expectations. Thankfully, this is … Read More