Articles written by A.J. Maciejewski (Page 31)
Langrisser Re:Incarnation Tensei Review (3DS)
Some series are better off as memories
May 9, 2016 - Turn-based strategy RPGs have been gathering a substantial following over the years. Therefore, you'd think that it would be an appropriate time to revive some classics but be careful what you wish for.
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Shadow Complex Remastered Review (PlayStation 4)
Yet another great game starring Nolan North
May 7, 2016 - As one of the most memorable games of 2009, this previous Xbox 360 exclusive is now available for modern consoles. But, does it still hold up after seven years? Slip into your Omega Armor and let's find out.
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Azkend 2: The World Beneath Review (Xbox One)
Match three hidden objects
May 5, 2016 - Casual gamers love match three puzzlers and hidden object games. Azkend 2 fuses these two genres together in a rather impressive looking package but is it too simplistic for its own good?
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Coffin Dodgers Review (PlayStation 4)
One foot in the grave and the other on the accelerator
May 5, 2016 - Unfortunately, cart racers aren't around much anymore. Back in the '90s, almost every franchise had a racing game spin-off but here's a completely original title. The question is; do these old-timers still have enough piss and vinegar to outrun Death itself?
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Nioh Could Be Team Ninja's Dark Souls Killer
Prepare to die as a samurai
May 4, 2016 - Now that gamers have sunk their teeth into Dark Souls III, here's a new IP to get excited about. After playing Nioh's alpha demo, it's clear that this game is going to be incredible. However, does it have what it takes to convert dedicated Souls fans?
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Kick & Fennick Gets Console Release Dates
A boy and his bot on the big screen
May 4, 2016 - If you haven't had a chance to play one of Vita's most memorable platformers then you will very soon. That's right, Kick & Fennick are about to make their debut on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Wii U.
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Push Me Pull You Review (PlayStation 4)
But, how do they poop?
May 3, 2016 - Local multiplayer games are getting weirder and weirder. Push Me Pull You puts you in control of a sports-loving human with a head and set of arms at each end. Is it any fun or is it just a science experiment gone horribly wrong?
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The Ratchet & Clank Movie Is Actually Pretty Cool
A long-time fan's perspective
May 2, 2016 - I went to see Ratchet & Clank at the theatre over the weekend and I must say; I had a good time. As a fan since the original game debuted back in 2002, it was great to finally see my favourite Lombax on the big screen.
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Rocketbirds 2: Evolution Review (PlayStation 4)
Kentucky fried mayhem
May 2, 2016 - Everyone's favourite oversized chicken is back for another penguin-stomping adventure. However, does this sequel live up to one of the most memorable 2D action games of 2011? Read on and let's see if it's for the birds.
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The Magic Circle: Gold Edition Review (PlayStation 4)
A game about games
April 30, 2016 - We've seen movies about making movies so here's a game about the gaming industry. However, it's not as straightforward as you'd think so prepare for a reality-warping journey into the mind of a game tester.
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