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PixelJunk Monsters 2 Review (PlayStation 4)
Come, mister Tikiman, tiki me Chibi-chums
June 4, 2018 - After over a decade, we finally have a sequel to Q-Games' delightful tower defense gem. Join Tikiman yet again, watch him do a cute little dance, and get ready to fend off hordes of dastardly monsters.
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Dark Souls Remastered Review (PlayStation 4)
The best Soulsborne game returns
June 1, 2018 - It's hard to believe that it's been almost 7 years since this phenomenal game first debuted. Now, long-time fans and newcomers alike can enjoy it with cool new graphics so relight the flame and prepare to die.
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Yoku's Island Express Review (Xbox One)
The world's first pinballvania
May 31, 2018 - Metroidvania pinball is definitely an unorthodox concept for a video game. However, Yoku's Island Express presents one of the most original and addictive indie game formulas ever so get your flipper fingers ready and prepare for a memorable adventure.
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Shift Quantum Review (PlayStation 4)
Mind-warping puzzle fun
May 29, 2018 - If you're in the market for a practical puzzler that'll give your brain a workout then here's a game for you. Shift Quantum is the most ambitious title in the Shift series to date so prepare to traverse a complex virtual realm.
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I Hate Running Backwards Review (PlayStation 4)
Serious Sam returns
May 29, 2018 - The concept of a cooperative shoot 'em up roguelike is definitely a promising one. Throw in a bunch of familiar indie characters and you definitely have my attention. So, let's see if you should love or hate running backwards.
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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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