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Casual Console Games
Laidback fun for Switch and Xbox One
August 22, 2018 - Whatever your opinion is about casual games, there's no denying that they can be quite a delight at least every once in a while. Let's take a look at 5 recently released casual games for console and see if they're worth playing.
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Retro-Inspired Indie Games
Time machine not required
August 20, 2018 - Game developers have been emulating classic games for years. In this collection of reviews, I'll take a look at four completely different old-school experiences that you can enjoy on your newfangled modern consoles.
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Mega Man X Legacy Collection 2 Review (PlayStation 4)
Maverick hunting highs and lows
August 17, 2018 - The first collection of Capcom's high-octane 2D action classics is nothing short of great. So, how well do X and Zero (as well as their new friend Axl) hold up in their latest adventures?
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Johnny Turbo's Arcade: Nitro Ball Review (Switch)
Smash TV + pinball = hot damn!
August 15, 2018 - Sometimes, the most obscure retro games are also the most fun. This is definitely the case with Nitro Ball with its insane overhead action and unconventional pinball elements so grab a few quarters and get ready to shoot!
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WarioWare Gold Review (3DS)
Microgames for days
August 15, 2018 - Although it's been 15 years since Wario's bite-sized games initially captivated gamers with low attention spans, they're back and better than ever. WarioWare Gold contains a huge amount of rapid fire content so pop an Adderall and let's play!
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Flipping Death Review (Xbox One)
Scythe it to The Man!
August 14, 2018 - Being dead isn't all that bad when Death itself grants you the power to possess the living. Flipping Death is certainly a unique and innovative adventure so put on your goth makeup and get ready for a crazy time!
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Airheart: Tales of Broken Wings Review (PlayStation 4)
Sky fishing meets dogfights
August 9, 2018 - Many roguelike twin-stick shooters feel very similar but here's a game that definitely breaks the mold. Airheart: Tales of Broken Wings is an almost Zen-like flight game yet it's challenging enough to satisfy genre fans. Let's take to the skies and check it out!
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1979 Revolution: Black Friday Review (PlayStation 4)
Wince of Persia
August 7, 2018 - Narrative-driven games usually struggle to find a perfect balance between gameplay and storytelling. 1979 Revolution: Black Friday tells a personal tale of a real-life historical event but does it hold up as a video game?
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Code of Princess EX Review (Switch)
Guardian Heroes with boobs
August 4, 2018 - It seems like everything is being ported to the Switch. Now that this strange 2012 3DS action RPG beat 'em up is available for the console, take off a few layers of clothes and let's see how it holds up.
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Semblance Review (Switch)
2D puzzle platforming goes soft
August 3, 2018 - In a genre that's flooded with games, it must be difficult to make one that stands out. Thankfully, Semblance's distinct mechanics and eerie yet minimalistic world might just have what it takes.
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