Diablo 4 is the long-awaited continuation of the iconic action role-playing game series developed by Blizzard Entertainment. I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the dark and foreboding world of Sanctuary, for an epic battle between humanity and the forces of evil, which I’ve been eagerly awaiting for the past six years. While the core Diablo experience is certainly present and as enjoyable as ever, the game’s shift towards a live service model slightly hinders its ability to deliver a genuinely perfect ARPG experience. Diablo 4 successfully creates an atmosphere that is both hauntingly ..read more

AT the PlayStation Showcase this morning there was a few moments of excitement for me, one of them being the first gameplay trailer of Assassin’s Creed: Mirage along with the release date. My first thoughts of the trailer were that it looked like a remake of the original Assassin’s Creed game which was set in Jerusalem during the Crusades and after the previous trilogy of RPG-centric titles that Ubisoft released. I’d been craving a remake of the original game with today’s hardware. Well, after watching the new trailer, I think this will definitely fill that gap. Much had been speculated on Un ..read more

In a gaming landscape filled with blockbuster action titles and adrenaline-fueled adventures, Planet of Lana emerges as a breath of fresh air, offering a mesmerizing experience that blends breathtaking visuals, a touching narrative, and intuitive gameplay mechanics. Developed by Wishfully Studios, Planet of Lana presents a hand-painted world that feels like an interactive work of art. It’s a testament to the power of storytelling in gaming, showcasing the profound emotional impact that can be achieved through a well-crafted journey. The hand-drawn artwork exudes a sense of charm and wonder, im ..read more

Cassette Beasts, developed by Bytten Studio, is a nostalgic and captivating retro-inspired RPG that pays homage to classic monster-collecting games like Pokémon. In its simplest form, I’d describe it as is a game designed for those who have grown out of Pokémon, but still throoughly enjoy the core game mechanics. I found myself pleasantly surprised by the game’s visual charm, engaging gameplay, and creative twists on the genre. Cassette Beasts introduces fresh and engaging gameplay mechanics that breathe new life into the monster-collecting genre. Cassette Beasts introduces fresh and engaging ..read more

Zelda: Tears in The Kingdom is the latest instalment in the long-standing and beloved Legend of Zelda franchise. Developed by Nintendo, this enchanting action-adventure game takes players on an unforgettable journey filled with captivating gameplay, breathtaking visuals, and a deeply emotional storyline. If you haven’t had the chance to play Zelda: Breath of the Wild, it builds upon the foundations this game set out and expands upon every aspect of it tremendously. I’ve been counting down the days since Tears in The Kingdom was announced, eagerly awaiting at a bare minimum: more of the same as ..read more

In the realm of strategy and role-playing games, where epic tales of heroism and conquest have been told and retold, Wartales emerges as a refreshing addition that seamlessly blends engaging tactical combat with a compelling narrative. Developed by the talented indie studio Shiro Games, known for their nordic-themed strategic masterpiece in Northgard, Wartales delivers a captivating gaming experience that challenges players to forge their path in a harsh and unforgiving medieval world. With its immersive world-building, strategic gameplay mechanics, and captivating storytelling, the overall pa ..read more

Darkest Dungeon II is a dark and brutal game that will test your skills and patience at every turn. The game’s signature mechanic, the stress system, is back and more unforgiving than ever before. With no checkpoints, a single mistake or stroke of bad luck can wipe out hours of progress, making for a tense and nerve-racking experience. Despite this, Darkest Dungeon II is also one of the most cathartic and rewarding games I’ve played in a long time, providing a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment that I keep wanting to go back to. Darkest Dungeon II is a dark and brutal game that will test ..read more

IT has been four years since EA and Respawn Entertainment first introduced Star Wars fans to Cal Kestis and the crew of the Mantis in Jedi Fallen Order. The Follow-up; Star Wars: Jedi Survivor jumps forward five years in the galaxy far, far away with the Empire still on the hunt of Jedi and controlling the galaxy. The game starts with a captured Cal on a ship being returned to Coruscant, so things look grim from the outset. But no sooner are you handed over to the senator of the planet do you realise that Cal is not alone and is in fact on a mission for Saw Gerrera whom you met in Fallen Order ..read more

Legend Of Zelda hit the Switch in a big way. Breath Of The Wild broke standing Zelda traditions but did so in ways we didn’t even think was possible. Now that we are only months away from the release of its sequel, Nintendo dropped a Tears Of The Kingdom gameplay trailer for us to fawn over. I make no secret of the fact that I’m a massive Legend Of Zelda fan. Breath Of The Wild is an amazing game. If you own a Switch and you don’t have it, well you only have yourself to blame for depriving yourself of one of the best games every made. Since the sequel to Breath Of The Wild was announced in 20 ..read more

EVERY now and then I miss the days of just picking up and playing a game based on its cover or a teaser trailer. You know, just discovering something new and being blown away. Scars Above is a title I saw the teaser trailer for, I was intrigued and just left it at that. But did it blow me away? Scars Above is described on its website as being “A challenging sci-fi third-person action-adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore.” Welcome to the spaceship Hermes where you take control of ..read more