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Ikaruga Review (Switch)
Black and white isn't so simple after all
May 26, 2018 - Treasure's most popular shoot 'em up has seen a console release for every one of the past three generations. Now that it's available for Nintendo Switch, let's see if it holds up more than 15 years after its debut.
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Sega Genesis Classics Review (PlayStation 4)
Now with Blast Processing
May 26, 2018 - The 16-bit era is arguably the best one for video games. With so many timeless classics and hidden gems, very few modern games can live up to such a fruitful time so let's travel back to the '90s and see what Genesis does that Nintendon't.
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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon Review (Switch)
8-bit Castlevania returns
May 24, 2018 - Ritual of the Night is on its way so in the meantime, here's a retro prequel to whet fans' appetites. Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon feels like an authentic NES Castlevania game so give your cartridge a blow and let's slay some monsters.
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Detroit: Become Human Review (PlayStation 4)
Where blood is blue and ice is red
May 24, 2018 - In the year 2038, androids will become a part of daily life or so David Cage wants you to believe. Detroit: Become Human is an undeniably fascinating tale so let's see if it's one worth telling.
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Azure Reflections Review (PlayStation 4)
Finally, a Touhou shmup
May 23, 2018 - This niche Japanese game series has seen a handful of western releases over the past couple of years and now we finally have a shoot 'em up. Azure Reflections is a hardcore shmup complete with intricate mechanics so when you're ready, let's start shooting!
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One Piece: Grand Cruise Review (PlayStation 4)
There's nothing grand about it
May 23, 2018 - Luffy has been on plenty of video game adventures and his latest is in virtual reality. The question is: do you have what it takes to occasionally tap X then mindlessly watch characters fight each other?
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Disco Dodgeball Remix Review (PlayStation 4)
Robots just want to have fun
May 21, 2018 - Running around arenas and whipping balls at your opponents sounds like a good time. Thankfully, Disco Dodgeball Remix brings the goods so tune up your favourite bot and get ready for a thrilling online competition.
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Runner3 Review (Switch)
Commander Video shows off his new pair of sneakers
May 20, 2018 - Sprinting through colourful stages while collecting sweet gold bricks makes for one addictive formula. However, does Commander Video's third endless runner do enough to make this established gameplay exciting again?
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Battlezone Gold Edition Review (PlayStation 4)
A roguelike done right
May 18, 2018 - Driving around in a tank and blowing up everything in sight is great fun. Thankfully, Battlezone Gold Edition brings the goods with its addictive roguelike structure and super-tight gameplay so strap in and let's battle some AI.
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Fox n Forests Review (PlayStation 4)
A long-lost SNES game?
May 17, 2018 - The 16-bit era was full of timeless classics and games that are better off forgotten. Fox n Forests is heavily inspired by that era so get ready for one furry retro adventure!
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