https://screenrant.com All the latest movie news, movie trailers & reviews - and the same for TV, too. Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:18:36 GMT en-US hourly 60 Dragonbane is the latest TTRPG from Free League Publishing and marks a return for this OSR RPG - a popular Swedish role-playing game known as Drakar och Demoner. Releasing in August 2023, Dragonbane is a classic fantasy TTRPG that works well as an introduction to tabletop gaming. Even for veterans, it offers an easy-to-learn ruleset that won't bog down GMs or players with overly complicated mechanics. But with hard-hitting monsters, it's no walk in the park, either. In fact, "fast and furious play" is one of the main selling points.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:18:36 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragonbane-review-ttrpg-tabletop-rpg/ Baldur's Gate 3 is Larian Studios' most ambitious game to date. It's important to illustrate that immediately, because this is the same developer behind Divinity: Original Sin - it is no stranger to setting the bar high. With Baldur's Gate 3, the goal appears to be taking and refining what's been learned across previous titles and its own lengthy Early Access period. Adhering to the tried-and-true Dungeons & Dragons tabletop experience and implenting it into a gargantuan co-op RPG somehow works, and it works well - except for when it doesn't, often enough to make it worth considering whether its scale gets the better of it at times.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:01:22 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-review-pc/ Viewfinder is a unique game from Sad Owl Studios and Thunderful Group that allows players to hop into a world of puzzles and reshape their own reality to solve them. Utilizing a camera, players will capture the surrounding scenery, only to bring it to life then and manipulate it, allowing for endless possibilities. Players will also have unique and fun collectibles to find as well as customizable filters to unlock, which all add to the charm of this artistic game.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 14:31:48 GMT https://screenrant.com/viewfinder-pc-review/ Hello Kitty Island Adventure is a cozy simulation game that offers players a myriad of opportunities for fun alongside their favorite Sanrio characters. Island Adventure comes from developer Sunblink, which previously released the card-battling MOBA HEROish, with Sanrio serving as publisher. The game is clearly inspired by titles like Animal Crossing, offering fresh new takes on some of the franchise's facets while falling a bit short with others.

]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/hello-kitty-island-adventure-ios-review/ It's nice to have a Metroidvania game like Disney Illusion Island which is so clearly geared towards families. By providing abilities like being able to hug your fellow players to give them additional health (which is a lovely mechanic that more games desperately need) to a wide range of customizable assistance options, Disney Illusion Island sets itself in such a way that a 4-year-old, a 13-year-old, and two adults who are starting to get self-conscious about their own age can all have an entertaining experience together.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/disney-illusion-island-review-nintendo-switch/ Harry Potter: Magic Awakened is a recently released title from Portkey Games on mobile for both iOS and Android. The first thing to note is that this game is first and foremost a TCG, or Trading Card Game. Players are given a handful of cards at the start of the game, enough to build a deck, which they may then continue to build on by unlocking cards to expand on that initial hand they were dealt. There is plenty of solo and PVP gameplay for every type of player looking to enjoy the game.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:37:04 GMT https://screenrant.com/harry-potter-magic-awakened-game-review/ Remnant 2 is developer Gunfire Games' take on a challenging and rewarding multiplayer shooter that feels massive. The co-op multiplayer genre has many contenders fighting for players' time, but Remnant 2's gameplay nails the arcade feeling that makes attempting a difficult boss for the 12th time fun. While it may take some time to unlock the abilities and gear that help make each class feel unique, the way the developers drop new characters into different realms quickly helps showcase the game's varied and stylish worlds in a way that makes that time spent feel respected.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:47:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/remnant-2-pc-review/ It's time for another updated version of Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes – Definitive Edition, but it's a very light-touch remake this time around. Originally gracing the Nintendo DS in 2009 before porting to other consoles and PCs a couple of years later, it blends ingenious match-3 combat puzzle gameplay with RPG mechanics, all couched firmly in Might & Magic series lore. While this newest Definitive Edition is a feature-complete product comparable to the 2011 version, it’s generally bereft of the bells-and-whistles bonuses one would expect from such a subtitle, yet the game’s brainy battles remain as engrossing as ever.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 14:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/might-magic-clash-heroes-definitive-edition-review/ The Sims 4 Horse Ranch Expansion Pack adds several worthwhile equestrian-centric features to the title, but struggles to hold its own when compared to other Expansion Packs in terms of overall impactfulness. Though focused on horses, there are a lot of other things that will help hold players' attention, and a fairly strong showing of clothing and furniture alongside a beautiful world help the weaker points of the title carry a bit less weight. However, it still feels more like a Sims 4 Game Pack than an Expansion in many ways.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:30:47 GMT https://screenrant.com/sims-4-horse-ranch-expansion-review/ Sea Horizon is a charming, fantasy roguelite turn-based RPG from developer 45 Studio. In it, players take control of several characters and guide them through their unique journeys across the shattered archipelago of Myrihin. Despite being another entry into a densely populated cross-genre, Sea Horizon is able to establish its own identity thanks to its art direction, quest design, and gameplay decisions.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:48:42 GMT https://screenrant.com/sea-horizon-xbox-review/ Pikmin 4 is the latest from Nintendo and Eighting and the fourth mainline installment in the beloved real-time strategy series. Pikmin 4 introduces a new story with a tight, focused narrative and manageable scope, and a customizable player character, a first for the series. There are also new Pikmin for players to discover, new side missions to complete, and a whole new alien world to explore.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/pikmin-4-review-switch/ There was some skepticism going into My Friendly Neighborhood; the "evil kids entertainment mascots" genre has surprisingly become oversaturated in recent years due to the popularity of Five Nights at Freddy's. That issue could be one reason why My Friendly Neighborhood received little buzz during its lead up to launch, and that's truly a shame, because it provides a polished and engaging experience.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 21:08:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/my-friendly-neighborhood-pc-review/ Full Void, developed by independent London studio OutOfTheBit, is a somewhat unusual platformer in the modern market. Rather than aiming for snappy, responsive movement that rewards gamers with twitch reflexes, Full Void takes inspiration from titles like Flashback and Prince of Persia to focus more on cinematic value. The game excels in this regard, delivering a rich aesthetic experience that learns wisely from both 16-bit forbears and more modern developments in video game art and sound. Full Void's gameplay, on the other hand, rarely rises above generally solid execution to reach the same heights.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/full-void-pc-review/ Exoprimal immediately grabs attention through its unique hook; a 5v5 team deathmatch in which players fight in Anthem style power-suits and the winner is determined by who can kill hordes of dinosaurs the quickest. It's a premise that lives comfortably in the absurd and the execution of this premise is no different, but that's by no means a bad thing.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 18:12:09 GMT https://screenrant.com/exoprimal-review/ Despite its numerous issues, Ed-0: Zombie Uprising possesses an undeniable magic. Prolific Japanese developer Lancarse kept this janky new action-roguelite cooking in the Early Access oven since last April, wearing down its roughest edges into this fully-fledged v1.0 release. What's emerged is a gem, albeit one which demands patience for its most glaring issues and a weakness for the goofy translations, ragdoll nonsense, and conspicuous lack of polish throughout.

]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/ed-0-zombie-uprising-pc-review/ The Atelier series takes a different approach from most roleplaying games, typically eschewing high-stakes plots and linear journeys for an easygoing experience. It's also an unusually prolific franchise in the genre, averaging close to one mainline release per year since its debut on the original PlayStation. Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg, developed by Gust and published by Koei Tecmo, brings the game that started it all back to life for modern systems while offering its first official localization outside of Japan. Although many aspects of Atelier Marie Remake are simple compared to recent games in the series, an impressive level of care makes its fast-paced fun shine.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/atelier-marie-remake-ps4-review/ Night School Studio's Oxenfree, released in January 2016, arrived on the market as a somewhat singular experience. Members of its development team carried over an emphasis on dialogue and choices from time spent at Telltale Games, but the game's presentation was fresh, revolving around discontented small-town youth faced with supernatural threats. Oxenfree II: Lost Signals sees Night School return to its breakout hit, walking a tightrope of recapturing a nostalgic mood while telling a new story.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/oxenfree-2-pc-review/ Railway Empire 2 is the latest train management simulation game from developer Gaming Minds Studios and publisher Kalypso Media. As a sequel to the 2018 game Railway Empire, Railway Empire 2 features many quality-of-life improvements from the original title while adding even more details and strategy to the mix. It is a fun but complicated example of a train management simulation game that gives players tools to control their own railroad empire.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 17:44:52 GMT https://screenrant.com/railway-empire-2-pc-review/ When a game developer handles it right, spending time in early access can help create fantastic final experiences for players. It’s something that Dave the Diver, from developer Mintrocket, may have found to its benefit, and it's no doubt going to be mentioned alongside the best fishing games.

]]> Fri, 07 Jul 2023 15:53:13 GMT https://screenrant.com/dave-diver-game-review/ Nimbus INFINITY is an aerial third-person action game developed by GameGrafterTeam and GameTomo, and is a sequel to its 2017 release, Project Nimbus. Like its predecessor, Nimbus INFINITY puts players in control of a powerful mech, known as a "Battle Frame," that is equipped with a suite of weapons and abilities to aid in the fight against enemy forces. This time around, players are tasked with aiding in the fight against Earth's new central, authoritarian government.

]]> Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:31:49 GMT https://screenrant.com/nimbus-infinity-pc-review/ Crash, Coco, Cortex, and the rest of the crew are back with Crash Team Rumble, a competitive multiplayer platformer. Developer Toys for Bob revitalized a beloved series with the Spyro Reignited Trilogy remasters before creating Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time in 2020 with rewarding platforming and charming humor - aspects that are unfortunately missing in Crash Team Rumble.

]]> Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:24:12 GMT https://screenrant.com/crash-team-rumble-ps5-review/ Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE is the latest from developer Spike Chunsoft, a studio renowned for its eccentric game design and world-building. While RAIN CODE preserves much of the charm and off-the-wall characters veterans of the studio's library have come to love, it struggles at times to find its footing, resulting in an uneven experience that feels like it doesn't quite navigate the line between visual novel and action as well as it could.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 07:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/master-detective-archives-rain-code-switch-review/ Lara Croft has come to the Nintendo Switch in The Lara Croft Collection from developer Feral Interactive and publisher Crystal Dynamics. This action-filled collection features two beloved spinoff games from the Tomb Raider series, Lara Croft and The Guardian of Light and Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 04:02:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/lara-croft-collection-switch-review/ Pikmin 1+2 brings remastered versions of two classics to the Nintendo Switch, faithfully delivering an HD conversion of a timeless gameplay experience. As a new Nintendo IP on the Gamecube, Pikmin saw the diminutive Captain Olimar crash-land his ship on a planet designated as PNF-404, a version of Earth inhabited by tiny Pikmin and ferocious predators alike. Pikmin 2 expanded on its predecessor, scaling up in content and ambition as Olimar searched for a wide array of trinkets to pay off his employer's enormous debt.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 16:13:42 GMT https://screenrant.com/pikmin-switch-review-1-plus-2/ Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a remaster of the original 2010 release for Nintendo DS of the same title developed by Capcom. It is a unique twist on solving the ultimate mystery and traditional puzzle games, in which players will begin their journey as recently deceased Sissle and attempt to solve their own murder.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/ghost-trick-phantom-detective-switch-review/ The F1 games from Codemasters have had a tremendous level of consistency over the years, with the developer providing a fantastic middle ground between simulation and more accessible forms of racing action. However, much like the rule changes within the sport itself, some of the changes have been less successful than others. This was typified with the speedy but greedy F1 22, the first game since Codemasters' buyout from publisher EA, but F1 23 sees the studio with the opportunity to fully get back on track.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:52:41 GMT https://screenrant.com/f1-23-ps5-review/ Brotato is a challenging roguelike top-down shooter from Blobfish Games, where one highly customizable potato must destroy hordes of aliens in an indie game that feels more like a snack than a full-course meal. Top-down action games have made a resurgence in popularity, with a few of them among the best indie games of 2022. PC and mobile games in the genre have provided experiences that are easy to pick up and play, with roguelite games consistently challenging players to best their previous runs.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:22:45 GMT https://screenrant.com/brotato-pc-review/ Square Enix's Creative Business Unit III took a big risk with Final Fantasy 16. While there are plenty of recurring elements familiar to those who've grown up with the series, the M-rating garnered by its dark fantasy storyline meant the tone was always going to be markedly different from its predecessors. Couple that with combat that's more reminiscent of Final Fantasy 15 than the well-received Final Fantasy 7 Remake, and the team's vision for the franchise doesn't necessarily align with those of its most stalwart players.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/final-fantasy-16-ps5-review/ Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life is a modernized remake of the original 2004 title, and does an excellent job of balancing its classic elements with quality of life improvements. The game comes from developer Marvelous Inc., which has had a hand in titles like Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, and publisher XSEED Games, known for releases like Rune Factory 5 and No More Heroes III. Just as the original, A Wonderful Life's differences from many other mainline entries make it somewhat divisive, but it's perfect for longtime fans or those looking for something new.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:05:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/story-seasons-wonderful-life-switch-review/ Running a theme park in the real world might be mostly about business sense, but in Park Beyond, the crucial factor is imagination. Developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Bandai Namco, Park Beyond tasks players with designing amusement parks and the coasters within, much as a number of management games have done in the past. Going up against a litany of respected predecessors might be a tall order, but Park Beyond manages to carve out a niche that should appeal to plenty of players, even if occasionally bugs can sometimes hamper the fun.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:18:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/park-beyond-pc-review/ Fall of Porcupine is a cozy, story-driven game about small town life and the healthcare system that mostly achieves everything it sets out to do, although a few scattered bugs and pacing issues hold it back from perfection. The game is the debut release from developer Critical Rabbit alongside publisher Assemble Entertainment, which has released critically-acclaimed indie hits like A Juggler's Tale and Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard. Throughout the game's three acts, players will encounter a myriad of cute minigames and learn about Porcupine's history while going on an emotional journey with its residents.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:44:13 GMT https://screenrant.com/fall-porcupine-pc-review/ Layers of Fear is an experience that's sickening to the core, but in all the right ways. The psychological horror game - which is developed by Bloober Team and Anshar Studios, and published by Bloober Team - takes the player on a downward spiral towards madness, exploring the stories of several characters who all find themselves in harmful relationships with their art.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 16:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/layers-fear-pc-review/ Star Trek: Resurgence opens like many Star Trek episodes do, with a scenic view of space and a voiceover of a Captain's Log. The Captain in question is Zachary Solano, disgraced Captain of the USS Resolute, which recently suffered a devastating accident that took the lives of many crewmembers. In a refreshing change of pace from many Star Trek shows, Captain Solano is not the main character of this story, though. The player controls two different officers on the USS Resolute: First Officer Jara Rydek and Petty Officer Carter Diaz. The story switches between these two perspectives, allowing the player to experience Starfleet from a command position as well as a lower deck position.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:35:09 GMT https://screenrant.com/star-trek-resurgence-ps4-review/ As the fifth release in Media Lab Books' ideation-focused tabletop game series, The Game Master's Book of Astonishing Random Tables by Ben Egloff delivers exactly what the title promises - hundreds and hundreds of tables filled with unique and exciting ideas and situations for use in Dungeons & Dragons 5e, Pathfinder, or any other homebrew campaign of the DM's choosing. The book doesn't just cover random encounters and items, but provides a thorough and extensive template for creating a campaign's entire world.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:05:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/game-masters-book-astonishing-random-tables-review/ Like it or loathe it, it seems as though the Stranger Things-led 1980s nostalgia is still going strong. Although some might be growing a little tired of the tropes by now, when done effectively the neon-tinged settings and synth-led ephemeral soundtracks can really resonate. This is where Killer Frequency aims to land, with Team17 turning its eye to the 1980s through the lens of a slasher horror story.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:01:36 GMT https://screenrant.com/killer-frequency-switch-review/ The minds behind the beloved Katamari series have done it again with We Love Katamari REROLL + Royal Reverie. After success following the remake of Katamari Damacy, Katamari Damacy REROLL, Bandai Namco returns with a remake of the second game in the series. Originally published in 2005, We Love Katamari is one of PlayStation 2's hidden gems that gets a fresh feel in this remake with improved graphics and quality-of-life updates that make this already lovable game, even better.

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/we-love-katamari-reroll-royal-reverie-switch-review/ True believers of flying saucers may want to avoid Greyhill Incident, because the Refugium Games survival horror game is about as deep as a phony conspiracy theory. Although Greyhill does take some of the cues from popular Alien-based content like the movie Signs or games like Slender: The Eight Pages, it's unlikely that Greyhill Incident will inspire many ideas for future horror games.

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:00:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/greyhill-incident-ps5-review/ It's always refreshing when a developer takes a risk with their games, and Don't Nod is no exception. The horror-tinged action adventure of Vampyr was a long way from the relationship-driven stories of the Life Is Strange series, and Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is another example of this in action - albeit in the other direction of travel. This time, the focus is entirely on player choices and narrative options.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 17:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/harmony-fall-reverie-pc-review/ Four months after the base game released, Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust offers a post-game expansion that fails to build on the core experience in any meaningful way, instead stripping down the most engaging elements to tell an exceptionally short, mostly linear prequel story. In many ways, In Tanta We Trust is fascinating conceptually but doesn't live up to its potential. Forspoken is still impressive on a technical level, so while In Tanta We Trust is unfortunately rather hollow, it's a good-looking jaunt through a dire time in Athia's history that's been unfortunately truncated and left bereft of the main game's core features.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:00:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/forspoken-dlc-in-tanta-we-trust-review/ Speed Crew is a time management cooperative game by Ukraine-based indie publisher and developer Wild Fields. It can most easily - and favorably - be described as Overcooked for mechanics. Speed Crew features fun and cheerful 3D graphics alongside catchy music that is themed to fit the different decades the game covers from the 1970s to the modern day. Players can choose their mechanic and team up with friends to diagnose and repair vehicles as speedily as possible while trying to avoid being run over.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/speed-crew-switch-review/ Homebody is a new release from developer Game Grumps and publisher Rogue Games, featuring complex puzzles in a survival horror loop. With a killer that seems to appear from nowhere and a constantly ticking clock, Homebody creates excitement and intrigue in a survival horror game reminiscent of late 90s gaming.

]]> Tue, 06 Jun 2023 14:14:37 GMT https://screenrant.com/homebody-ps5-review/ The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 are the latest headphones from the company's popular ANC (active noise-canceling) line of products. As expected from an established brand like Skullcandy, the new Crusher ANC 2 provides excellent comfort and great sound. But impressively, both elements seem to be prioritized equally - meaning prospective buyers won't have to sacrifice one for the other.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:54:44 GMT https://screenrant.com/skullcandy-crusher-anc-xt-2-headphones-review/ Developer Relic Entertainment has created an admirable port for the Console Edition of Company of Heroes 3, which in spite of a rather intuitive control scheme tailor-made for controller, doesn't quite feel at home away from the mouse-and-keyboard it was originally designed for. Relic previously brought Age of Empires 4 to consoles in tandem with the Xbox Game Studio founded to head the brand's real-time strategy game efforts, World's Edge. As a second effort in converting the PC-centric RTS genre to a console experience, Company of Heroes 3 is more than functional, and while the game itself has both ambition and depth, the Console Edition never quite manages to shake the feeling that it's on the wrong platform.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:16:13 GMT https://screenrant.com/company-heroes-3-console-edition-review/ Amnesia: The Bunker is a game that's hard to forget. The newest entry in the Amnesia series - which is both developed and published by Frictional Games - is a first-person survival horror experience that's thematically reminiscent of its predecessors, but also sets itself apart with innovative and cruel gameplay. Constant anxiety, scattered thoughts, and soul-crushing dread are all synonymous with The Bunker, and that's exactly what makes it so exciting.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:25:51 GMT https://screenrant.com/amnesia-bunker-pc-review/ Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection features the first three games in the RPG franchise fully remastered for the Nintendo Switch by developer ATLUS. The three games are each some of the longest to have ever been released on the Nintendo DS, which means that this collection will provide hundreds of hours of content for would-be dungeon crawlers. Players can create their own party of adventurers to delve into the labyrinthian forest, explore floating castles high in the sky, or investigate a drowned city throughout these three tales.

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:50:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/etrian-odyssey-origins-collection-switch-review/ It’s strange how gloomy escape rooms seem even more menacingly weird with limited polygons on display. Vertical Reach’s The Tartarus Key, published by Armor Games Studios, goes all-in on the low-fi horror aesthetic, delivering a puzzle-based adventure game which is at turns refreshingly simple and clumsily written. With barely a jump scare or sudden game-over screen to be found in its 5-hour runtime, The Tartarus Key’s straightforward puzzle solving and intentionally queasy PlayStation 1 aesthetic keeps things interesting.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/tartarus-key-pc-review/ Diablo 4, the latest in the popular dungeon-crawling ARPG from Blizzard Entertainment, offers players a classic feel familiar to those who've played previous entries, though with an even darker tone than ever before. The sadness and horrors of the world are immediately evident in the opening Diablo 4 cinematic, and there is no denying that Sanctuary is no longer its namesake from the gloom and despair that has encompassed the world. The satisfying hack 'n' slash mechanics and feeling of power triumphantly returns as players take on the role of the Wanderer to bring a little glimmer of hope back to this world.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 16:00:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/diablo-4-pc-review/ The term "walking simulator" can sometimes be used as a criticism, but that doesn't mean that these games can't have an incredible impact. As demonstrated in the character-driven mystery of Firewatch, it's a genre that - when implemented correctly - can create some excellent story-focused experiences. Return To Grace, from Creative Bytes Studios, is the latest game to aim to be a success with the genre.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 13:00:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/return-grace-pc-review/ Capcom's Street Fighter 6 feels like the culmination of 35 years' worth of lessons. A pristine experience that's jam-packed with exciting modes, revolutionary online play, and new controls that will help rookie players enjoy the series stands as perhaps the best Street Fighter game yet.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 07:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/street-fighter-6-ps5-review/ The System Shock remake is a faithful recreation of one of gaming history's most influential shooters, and developer Nightdive Studios has updated it beautifully for modern audiences. The original 1994 PC game's design, story, and gameplay created a blueprint for titles like Dead Space and BioShock that wouldn't exist without it. Although the remake was hit with several delays, the end product was worth the wait, making System Shock (2023) the ultimate way to enjoy a gaming classic.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/system-shock-remake-pc-review/ Do Not Feed the Monkeys 2099 is a futuristic sequel to the original surveillance sim that offers intriguing new narratives, engaging puzzling, and a gameplay loop that's easy to get lost in. The title comes from Fictiorama Studios, which has been behind other unique storytelling releases like Dead Synchronicity: Tomorrow Comes Today, and Joystick Ventures, the publisher of games like Lost in Play. Although the blend of balancing and patience required to progress may not be for everyone, Do Not Feed the Monkeys 2099 is a wonderfully distinct and immersive experience.

]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 15:29:08 GMT https://screenrant.com/do-not-feed-monkeys-2099-pc-review/ The Lord of the Rings: Gollum from Daedalic Entertainment sees the titular character roaming Middle-earth shortly before the main events in The Fellowship of the Ring. Initially told through flashbacks as Gandalf questions Gollum about the One Ring, the game explores story beats only briefly referenced in the book and appendices (and Peter Jackson's films), offering a fairly unique take on The Lord of the Rings' canon. Unfortunately, the game is rife with technical issues (even after multiple patches) and fails to deliver any kind of worthwhile experience.

]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 02:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/lord-rings-gollum-review/ After Us continues the trend of video games taking a look at climate change and conservation. It's been something that's been bubbling along in the world of gaming for decades now - after all, Captain Planet even had video game adaptations back in the early 1990s, let alone Sonic the Hedgehog - but as the biodiversity crisis grows, so does the urgency of messaging across all art forms. As such, developer Piccolo and publisher Private Division is well-placed to be part of the zeitgeist.

]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 14:45:10 GMT https://screenrant.com/after-us-ps5-review/ Playing a game of Texas Hold 'Em with adorable animals on a cozy tugboat that's all set to be decorated sounds like a cheerful experience, but Sunshine Shuffle holds a darker story beneath its cute, cozy-game appearance. Published and developed by Strange Scaffold, Sunshine Shuffle is a narrative adventure poker game that features talking animals with criminal pasts. Players can use their winnings to decorate the ship and change the outfits of each of the animals while they enjoy listening to a catchy soundtrack and learning more about the other players' dark history.

]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 14:30:51 GMT https://screenrant.com/sunshine-shuffle-pc-review/ Although there now seems to be a simulator game for every kind of activity under the sun, the Farming Simulator franchise has been ploughing away for fifteen years now. Developer and publisher GIANTS Software has found a niche with those fans after an agricultural adventure more grounded than the recently updated Stardew Valley, with Farming Simulator 22 providing a realistic experience for home console and PC players. Farming Simulator 23, however, takes the franchise to players on the go.

]]> Tue, 23 May 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/farming-simulator-23-switch-review/ LEGO 2K Drive features plenty of racing, side quests, humor, and creativity using the iconic LEGO bricks in a virtual format. Developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K Games, this LEGO adventure gives players the tools to create their own racecars, off-road vehicles, and boats, with plenty of options for wild imaginations to be unleashed. The open-world design features destructible LEGO elements and tons of side objectives and collectibles that make exploration a pleasure, while 2K Drive supplements this with a fun story campaign.

]]> Fri, 19 May 2023 01:15:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/lego-2k-drive-ps5-review/ Tin Hearts is a heartfelt puzzle game that boasts a lot of ambition, but it runs into a bit of trouble along the way to its lofty goals. Developed by Rogue Sun and published by Wired Productions, this title marches clockwork soldiers through environments that players control, requiring clever manipulation to see their paths end at each level's proper exit.

]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 13:00:17 GMT https://screenrant.com/tin-hearts-pc-review/ For turnips, life is a straightforward path from seed to plate, and the anthropomorphized, emotionally needy root vegetables of new indie life sim Minabo: a walk through life don’t add a lot of pizazz to this essential route. It's a kind of sleepy, allegorical life sim metaphor for human existence but, whenever it should be charming or irreverent or pleasantly absurd, it’s mostly cynical and dim. There are far better examples of this kind of abstracted game experience and narrative, and its comparably steep $15 price tag isn’t doing it any favors.

]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 20:31:52 GMT https://screenrant.com/minabo-pc-review/ Humanity is a special game that draws people in with its unique presentation but keeps them invested by connecting to something deep within the player - even if, after completion, it's hard to articulate exactly what that is. Throughout its 90-stage story, Humanity uses its puzzles, visual motifs, and moments of exposition to explore the abstract nature of spirituality, mortality, and the different ways people connect to and guide one another through life. It's a title full of surprises, fulfilling puzzles, stunning visuals, and resonant story beats, placing it alongside some of the best puzzle games available.

]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 20:20:57 GMT https://screenrant.com/humanity-ps5-review/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom begins auspiciously - there's a weight to its earliest moments that was absent in the more airy beginning of Breath of the Wild. An immediate purpose in the sense of exploration and a lengthy tutorial area that more accurately conveys some of the game's most important mechanics sets up Nintendo's latest for success. That success, of course, is vital. Following the immense cultural impact and design scope of Breath of the Wild is paramount to Tears of the Kingdom, especially since it's a proper sequel. For the most part, this is the game fans were hoping for - but it isn't without its limitations, thanks to aging hardware and the unrealized potential of some of its verticality.

]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/zelda-tears-kingdom-totk-review-switch-performance/ The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying game for 5e is the latest TTRPG from Free League Publishing that combines elements from Free League’s The One Ring RPG with the 5th edition ruleset of Dungeons & Dragons. The history of Lord of the RIngs and D&D have been intertwined since the tabletop game’s earliest days, and while this isn’t the first time LOTR and D&D have combined, it does mark an easy (and arguably the best) opportunity to incorporate Lord of the Rings characters, items, and lore into a 5e setting.

]]> Tue, 09 May 2023 10:00:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/lord-rings-roleplaying-5e-review-lotr-rpg/ Showgunners is a tactical, turn-based action game from developer Artificer. Players take control of Scarlett, an ex-bounty hunter seeking revenge, and her ever-growing team as they compete in the cyberpunk gladiatorial show, Homicidal All-Stars. Similar to games like the Danganronpa series or Deathverse, this deadly show sees everyone from volunteers to death-row inmates fighting for their lives in order to be the last one standing, gaining fame and fortune along the way. Showgunners leans into its setting with confidence and tailors its gameplay accordingly, resulting in an incredibly fun and addicting experience.

]]> Wed, 03 May 2023 17:30:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/showgunners-pc-review/ Arkane Austin's Redfall is a shooter filled with guns, vampires, and special abilities that delivers a fun coop experience, even if some aspects can suck the joy out of it at times. Arkane has made a name for itself with games that excel in stealth and role-playing mechanics - both areas many shooters struggle to implement effectively. However, Redfall proves the developer is capable of branching out into the multiplayer market that's been dominated by live service games and high-profile sequels, although a little magic is lost in the transition.

]]> Tue, 02 May 2023 00:05:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/redfall-pc-review/ The Final Fantasy series is one of the staples of the video game medium for a very good reason. SquareSoft's (and eventually Square Enix's) RPG franchise is truly beloved, with a mixture of accessible gameplay and stories that contain truly emotional gut-punches. The early games in the franchise have not always been the easiest to play in modern day, which is why Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster is such a great opportunity.

]]> Mon, 01 May 2023 14:05:46 GMT https://screenrant.com/final-fantasy-pixel-remaster-switch-review/ Age of Wonders 4 is the latest in the Age of Wonders series of 4X strategy civilization builders from Paradox Interactive and Triumph Studios. The game brings the classic 4X gameplay of Explore, Expand, Exploit, and Exterminate and combines it with an incredible level of customization options and detailed tactical combat scenarios. Add to that the beautiful graphics and unique strategies available through magical means, and the game is truly a wonderful experience.

]]> Fri, 28 Apr 2023 05:21:53 GMT https://screenrant.com/age-wonders-4-pc-review/ Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is an ambitious follow-up to 2019's Fallen Order, expanding on its predecessor in nearly every capacity while continuing the impactful story of Jedi Knight Cal Kestis and the crew of the Stinger Mantis. Set five years after the events of Fallen Order, Respawn Entertainment's Metroidvania-esque action-adventure game sees the iconic Star Wars galaxy further steeped in the fascist, Sith-controlled Galactic Empire. Survivor's narrative is multi-faceted, heartfelt, and mature, and while the gameplay side is equally compelling, its mechanics make few concessions for players who might not be immediately enthralled.

]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/star-wars-jedi-survivor-ps5-review/ Honkai: Star Rail is a video game built on years of experience in the limelight of live-service gaming. Developer HoYoverse certainly isn't a stranger to high-profile, ongoing titles - Genshin Impact remains one of the most popular and influential titles in its space. While Star Rail is a dramatically different experience overall, the similarities between the two games are almost entirely positives, with a polished cast of characters, intriguing story, and incredible depth of gameplay pushing the 1.0 launch into rarefied territory.

]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 02:00:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/honkai-star-rail-pc-review/ Strayed Lights is a stunningly vibrant action platformer with environments and a world that feel as soothing as Journey's, but with challenging and rewarding Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice-style combat. Developer Embers asks players to control a small creature of light who must find their lost siblings across otherworldly regions corrupted by shadows. Players will grow stronger, more beautiful and gain new abilities as they explore Strayed Light's vivid environments and battle dark creatures with a simple and fair parrying system.

]]> Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/strayed-lights-pc-review/ Making a game stand out in the saturated Metroidvania genre can be a challenge - finding a unique angle to shake up the action or simply offering more than competitors do are perhaps the two most replicable options. Afterimage, developed by Aurogon Shanghai and published by Modus Games, takes the latter approach. Players set forth to tackle an expansive world teeming with unique enemies, locations, and art, making use of a substantial helping of RPG elements along the way.

]]> Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:05:14 GMT https://screenrant.com/afterimage-pc-review/ Teslagrad 2 is the newest release from Rain Games, a physics-based Metroidvania that continues the story of Teslagrad and its standalone spin-off, World to the West. Rather than continue to the story of the first game's protagonist, players take control of his daughter Lumina, a teslamancer that was one of the playable characters in World to the West. While the game makes it clear at the start that Lumina is trying to return home, everything else remains an unintentional mystery. Thankfully, its short run-time, movement mechanics, and workable physics system are enough to make up for this and keep players entertained.

]]> Mon, 24 Apr 2023 20:10:56 GMT https://screenrant.com/teslagrad-2-ps5-review/ Homestead Arcana is a magical farming adventure that tries some interesting things, but some aspects of it feel like they could've spent more time on the vine. The new release comes from Serenity Forge, which has previously developed titles like Neversong and Land of Screens, and Skybound Entertainment, the publisher behind games like The Walking Dead: The Final Season and Escape Academy. Homestead Arcana sets out to tell a heartwarming adventure story in a unique fantasy setting, but some grindy mechanics and missing features hold it back from its full potential.

]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2023 04:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/homestead-arcana-xbox-review/ Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores is a fitting and even important expansion to the base game, contributing greatly to Aloy's story at large despite a hasty runtime. Guerrilla Games released Forbidden West – the second part of what appears to be a trilogy – for both the PlayStation 4 and 5 early last year, but now the Burning Shores DLC is available exclusively for Sony's latest hardware. Although the expansion unfortunately excludes a significant portion of Forbidden West's player base, Burning Shores is definitively current-gen, a technical showcase that is essentially a must-play for fans of Aloy and Horizon.

]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2023 22:28:08 GMT https://screenrant.com/horizon-forbidden-west-burning-shores-review/ Unthinkable monsters inspired by 80s & 90s pulp horror come to life in Outer Terror, and it makes for an experience that's both easy to pick up and difficult to put down. The indie roguelite, which is developed by Salt & Pixel Studios and published by VoxPop Games, brings an exciting combination of horror and action to the table.

]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:01:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/outer-terror-pc-review/ Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly is the ideal sequel, keeping the same key elements that made the first entry so beloved while expanding upon the game's mechanics in interesting new ways. Episode 2 comes from the same developer as the first, Toge Productions, alongside indie-centric publisher Chorus Worldwide, which previously helped with ports of the original. Hibiscus & Butterfly is above all a visual novel, so those looking for more gameplay elements in a title won't find them here, but for players looking for a meaningful narrative with engaging characters it absolutely fits the bill.

]]> Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/coffee-talk-episode-2-switch-review/ The Game Boy Advance had a truly fantastic library of games, and the two Advance Wars titles were among the best GBA games of all time. A moreish take on turn-based strategy games, their light-hearted approach and memorable characters made for a brilliant choice for strategy on the go. Now, Nintendo and WayForward have remade the classics as Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp.

]]> Wed, 19 Apr 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/advance-wars-1-2-reboot-camp-switch-review/ The wait was long, but in the case of Deep Silver and Dambuster Studios' Dead Island 2, it was definitely worth it. Shambling its way back onto the scene, Dead Island 2 cements the franchise’s place as one of the most fun beat em’up zombie games in the genre.

]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/dead-island-2-ps5-review/ God of Rock attempts to be a rhythm-based fighting game, but several design decisions prevent Modus Studios' latest from finding its groove. Today's popular fighting games are filled with charming and memorable characters, and most rhythm games have catchy tunes that easily get stuck in players' minds. While God of Rock leans much more into being a rhythm game than a fighter, it also features a cast of quirky and interesting playable characters. However, its cast and gameplay fail to mesh with a rhythm game's most important trait: its music.

]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:05:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/god-rock-game-pc-review/ Minecraft Legends is a new strategy game set in the familiar blocky Minecraft universe that provides players with a chance to team up with creepers and skeletons to save the Overworld from the piglins. Developed by Mojang Studios and Blackbird Interactive, Minecraft Legends allows players to step back in time and experience first-hand a legend told in Minecraft's world. This game is definitely not the typical Minecraft experience, and yet keeps the feeling that fans of the series will be able to hold onto.

]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 02:55:40 GMT https://screenrant.com/minecraft-legends-pc-review/ Ghostwire: Tokyo originally released in 2022 as a one-year timed exclusive for PlayStation 5 due to Microsoft's purchase of Bethesda, the game's publisher. With that year now up, Ghostwire: Tokyo has made its way to Xbox Series X/S consoles and PC through Game Pass. This transition also comes with the new "Spider's Thread" update that adds more content to the main game, as well as a whole new game mode. Given the mixed reception to the original release's core experience, this update is a welcome inclusion and makes it that much easier to recommend.

]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2023 16:03:32 GMT https://screenrant.com/ghostwire-tokyo-xbox-review/ Almost twelve years after the launch of the first game in the series, the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection is being released as a massive collection of all 10 mainline games, freshly remastered and with extra content and even a new mode added. Developed and published by Capcom, this set of games allows fans of the originals as well as new players to experience the series on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, or PC. The collection even gives the ability to smooth those pixelated edges with an optional high-resolution filter.

]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/mega-man-battle-network-legacy-collection-review/ EA Sports PGA Tour is focused on getting the most detail-oriented, technologically possible approach for a realistic golf video game. Developer EA Orlando & EA Madrid and publisher Electronic Arts acquired exclusive licensing to include the top golf tournaments. The Masters Tournament, the PGA Championship, the U.S. Open Championship, and The Open are all represented, along with the Augusta National Women's Amateur, the FedExCup, and many more.

]]> Mon, 10 Apr 2023 14:47:41 GMT https://screenrant.com/ea-sports-pga-tour-pc-review/ Cozy gaming has a new addition to its ranks with the game Melon Journey: Bittersweet Memories which combines a cute narrative tale about friendship with a mystery of political intrigue that rather surprisingly is centered around melons. This story exploration game which was developed by Froach Club and published by XSEED Games is actually a sequel to an RPG Maker game simply titled Melon Journey. The original game was released in 2012, though players do not need to have played the original before diving into Melon Journey: Bittersweet Memories.

]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2023 18:00:53 GMT https://screenrant.com/melon-journey-bittersweet-memories-pc-review/ It's not often that the seventh game in a video game series is the first to achieve worldwide success, but that's exactly what happened with Advance Wars. The seventh game in the Wars series of strategy games, which started with Famicom Wars back in 1988, was a smash hit upon its release. Now, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp sees Nintendo and WayForward bring the game and its sequel to the Switch.

]]> Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/advance-wars-1-2-reboot-camp-switch-preview/ Meet Your Maker is a unique title from developer Behaviour Interactive that has players building and raiding outposts in order to preserve and acquire materials necessary to survive on a dying world. What makes these outposts special is that each one is built by other players and are specifically designed to kill in a variety of sadistic ways. The concept feels novel and the execution is mostly successful, but there is a significant bias towards builders that often makes raiding outposts feel like a losing battle rather than a challenging one.

]]> Tue, 04 Apr 2023 16:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/meet-your-maker-review-architectural-sadism/ Flying through the stars and battling space pirates is more accessible than ever thanks to Everspace 2, which ditches the previous game's roguelike format for an engaging story filled with space looting and shooting. Now coming out of early access, the main campaign of Rockfish Games 3D space shooter is available on PC. Players control their spaceship to explore six star systems filled with challenging missions and countless weapons and gear to loot. Thanks to Everspace 2's focus on its gameplay, it stands out among other games that include shooting stuff in space.

]]> Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/everspace-2-pc-review/ Hot Wheels: Rift Rally is a racing title that wonderfully showcases the potential of AR technology, offering a wide variety of track styles, activities, and unlockables that provide great incentive for players to continue coming back to the game. Rift Rally is the latest from Velan Studios, which previously released the AR racer Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Although occasionally bogged down by technical issues and space constraints, Hot Wheels: Rift Rally demonstrates just how far Velan Studios has come since its last racing venture.

]]> Sun, 02 Apr 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/hot-wheels-rift-rally-hardware-review/ Ravenbound is an open-world, deckbuilder roguelike developed by Systemic Reaction, the same team behind the dinosaur killing team-shooter, Second Extinction. In contrast, Ravenbound is a single-player experience that drops players into the fantasy world of Ávalt, a land inspired by Norse folklore (but not Norse mythology). It was once protected by six gods, called the "Ellri," until one of them, aptly named "The Betrayer," became corrupted. Prior to being sealed by the Betrayer, the remaining Ellri created the Raven to find a vessel strong enough to defeat the Betrayer and cleanse the land of its. Despite its promising set-up and engaging first hour, Ravenbound loses steam and presents an empty world and a gameplay loop that is repetitive, flawed, and unbalanced.

]]> Sun, 02 Apr 2023 01:42:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/ravenbound-pc-review/ Many games have taken up the mantle of the Metroidvania genre, offering players non-linear journeys through various areas that require unique items or abilities to complete. Curse of the Sea Rats, from developer Petoons Studio and publisher PQube, takes on the title of a "ratoidvania" instead. The game sets its scenario swiftly, establishing a curse that turns the characters into rats, a historical setting on the Irish coast, and a goal of saving a kidnaped child. Players do so by jumping and slashing their way through a variety of environments inspired by Ireland's geography, brought to life in vivid color and passable detail.

]]> Fri, 31 Mar 2023 09:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/curse-sea-rats-pc-review/ Deadpan Games’ new roguelite card combat game Wildfrost is impressive. The meticulously designed, visually engaging, unassumingly complex experience shines in harmony with the game's immediate cartoon veneer. Its early hours are not substantively different from its tenth or twentieth, but Wildfrost’s mechanical depth manages to be much more effective and absorbing than most other deckbuilders boasting much larger card libraries.

]]> Fri, 31 Mar 2023 01:11:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/wildfrost-pc-review/ Multiplayer-focused FPS Crime Boss: Rockay City is filled with famous personalities from the 80s and 90s, but unfortunately, its cast isn't the only thing that feels dated. Video games centered around the dangerous and exciting life of organized crime have long been dominated by series like Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption. While Crime Boss: Rockay City is filled with a cast that would make a fantastic action/comedy film thirty years ago, the gameplay and execution of its ideas prevent it from feeling original in almost every department.

]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/crime-boss-rockay-city-pc-review/ All too often video games are based around domination. The idea of balance is rare, even in more relaxing games like Stardew Valley and Minecraft, and instead everything often needs to be at the whim of the player - including nature itself. This is where Terra Nil, from developer Free Lives, changes things by instead tasking the player with rebuilding damaged ecosystems.

]]> Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/terra-nil-pc-review/ Resident Evil 4 released in January 2005 for the GameCube as part of the "Capcom Five." Originally marketed as a GameCube exclusive, not long after launch it was announced RE4 would also release on the PS2 in October of the same year. Despite being old enough to be legally called an adult, Resident Evil 4's graphics and gameplay still hold up today. It's also easily available, making the whole idea of a remake unnecessary in the first place. If you haven't ever played Resident Evil 4, the Resident Evil 4 remake is a perfectly fine place to start - but you'd be missing out.

]]> Fri, 24 Mar 2023 23:35:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/resident-evil-4-remake-ps5-review/ Even though H.P. Lovecraft was not particularly popular at the time he was writing, he has had a lasting legacy in the world of horror. Many video games have been influenced by Lovecraft over the years, with notable examples including The Sinking City and Bloodborne. Dredge, from developer Black Salt Games, takes the aquatic nature of many of Lovecraft's stories and applies it to a fishing adventure game.

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/dredge-game-ps5-review/ Tropical open-world adventure Tchia, by publisher/developer Awaceb, takes players into the world of New Caledonia to experience beautiful vistas as well as a memorable and immersive story that tugs at the heart. This video game is truly a work of art, not only in its stunning graphics but in the inspiration taken from New Caledonia and its traditions, even using locals for voice acting work in the game. The culture of the area blends and weaves with the fictional tale of exploration, danger, and even a little magic.

]]> Wed, 22 Mar 2023 22:50:08 GMT https://screenrant.com/tchia-pc-review/ There are some stories that become archetypes, heavily reused and seemingly permanent fixtures in popular culture. But exactly how much is remembered about these story tropes, and how easily can they be pulled together based on the restrictions of a puzzle game? Storyteller, from developer Daniel Benmergui and publisher Annapurna Interactive, asks players this very question.

]]> Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:00:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/storyteller-pc-review/ 2019's Remnant: From the Ashes is a third-person shooter ARPG that some identify as a soulslike due to its use of similar mechanics. While this is an enticing pitch on its own, Remnant quickly showed that it had far more to offer, allowing it stand out in a category all its own. While only available to PC and consoles, Remnant is making the jump to the Nintendo Switch to reach even more players and while this works for the most part, this is yet another Switch release that shows the console's age.

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2023 15:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/remnant-from-ashes-switch-review/ The Sims 4 Growing Together Expansion Pack manages to add a tremendous amount of new depth to the title, and despite a lackluster world is a worthwhile addition for any family-oriented player. The focus on interpersonal relationships and in-game storytelling means the DLC may not satisfy fans who prefer larger-scale changes, but Growing Together is undoubtedly one of the strongest Expansion Packs in years.

]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:01:18 GMT https://screenrant.com/sims-4-growing-together-expansion-review/ Visual Concepts and 2k Sports have released WWE2K23 into the world, and this edition doesn't change much from the previous versions - but it does add a lot more for players to do. The immediate comparison to last year's WWE 2K22 is obvious, and fans familiar with the mechanics will find nothing new in the gameplay arena.

]]> Wed, 15 Mar 2023 23:29:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/wwe-2k23-xbox-review/ Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse, from Koei Tecmo Games and Grasshopper Manufacture, is the fourth installment in survival-horror series Fatal Frame. It has now been remastered for current-gen gaming and, in conjunction with that, finally released in the West.

]]> Tue, 14 Mar 2023 19:02:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/fatal-frame-mask-lunar-eclipse-pc-review/ Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a wonderful take on a franchise that's more known for its visceral combat and flashy visuals. While the identity of the series is still very much present, Bayonetta Origins leans heavily into its fairy tale inspirations, from its picture book aesthetic to its coming-of-age story, complete with ill-advised wandering into a forest. It's not quite the same quality as a Bayonetta game proper - the lack of nail-biting action and larger-than-life bosses is really felt as the story continues to progress - but Origins is a great Nintendo Switch game all the same.

]]> Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:00:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/bayonetta-origins-cereza-lost-demon-switch-review/