Articles written by A.J. Maciejewski (Page 46)
Star Sweep Review (PlayStation)
Stars get dusty, too
September 25, 2015 - It seems like classic puzzlers are being ported faster than you can slam a tetromino down. Here, we have a wonderful long-lost gem that features a colourful cast of characters, so grab a broom and let's start sweeping!
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Penarium Review (PlayStation 4)
It puts the lotion in the cauldron
September 24, 2015 - Circuses are often more nefarious than they appear and Penarium is no exception. This over-the-big-top 2D dodge 'em up puts you in the shoes of an unfortunate son of a farmer who becomes Penarium's latest attraction, but will he perform the greatest show on earth?
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Heroes of Loot Review (PlayStation Vita)
Let's get ready to plunder!
September 23, 2015 - There's nothing more satisfying than descending deeper in a rogue-like dungeon. But what if a game incorporated the simplicity of an arcade shooter into the mix? You get Heroes of Loot, so let's light our lanterns and see if this dungeon is worth exploring.
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Extreme Exorcism Review (Xbox One)
It'll make you happy to exorcise daily
September 22, 2015 - Crafting an addictive gaming experience requires a lot of talent. Thankfully, the folks who made Extreme Exorcism clearly have what it takes. I must say it's even difficult to put the game down just to write this review, but here we go... Let's make this quick!
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Runbow Review (Wii U)
An orgy of indie
September 21, 2015 - In an era where multiplayer games are making a huge comeback, Runbow offers quite an ambitious package. Being able to play as many popular indie game characters in hectic platformer races make this a tempting download, but is it worth a run to the eShop?
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What You Can Do With a Super Game Boy 2
An awesome peripheral: upgraded
September 20, 2015 - If you love retro gaming then you're already familiar with Nintendo's Super Game Boy. However, you may not be aware that an updated version came out exclusively in Japan a few years later. Here, I'll explain some nifty features and tricks to show you what it can do.
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Crossroad Crisis Review (PlayStation)
The game that gets you chicks
September 18, 2015 - Some games get ported to modern consoles for no comprehensible reason. What the heck is Crossroad Crisis and what's it doing on my PlayStation 3? Well, it's actually a surprisingly fun little puzzler that's worth checking out.
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How to Make a Model 1 Genesis Output Stereo
An easy solution without modding
September 17, 2015 - If you own an original Sega Genesis then you might be disappointed that it only has mono sound. Later models utilized an A/V cable that allowed stereo output, but it's not compatible with the old model. However, here's a fix that'll put the Blast back in your Processing.
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Top 10 Spin-Offs on Game Boy Advance
Innovative pocket-sized treasures
September 16, 2015 - Nintendo's vast handheld library includes countless fantastic original titles. However, what about the spin-offs of classic series that reached success all on their own? Let's explore ten of these games from back when our favourite portable system only had one screen.
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Tearaway Unfolded Review (PlayStation 4)
A stationery tale
September 15, 2015 - In an age where 3D platformers are scarce, Tearaway is back to fill the void. Although this iteration is a remake of 2013's PlayStation Vita version, there's plenty of innovations that'll make you fall in love with it all over again.
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