Tag: Xbox

Preview: The Anacrusis

I’ve spent several hours playing through the Early Access version of The Anacrusis and there is a hint of something that I think people might be able to latch on to.


NHL 22 Review

A Sign Of Silliness To Come?

HIGH Next-gen polish brings new life to a tried-and-true formula.

LOW X-Factors feel meaningless in the heat of gameplay.

WTF The single-Be a Pro mode has become a complete afterthought


Neon Abyss Review

Neon Gods

HIGH Blasting through gods like they’re nothing.

LOW The game has more content than playtime.

WTF Nothing for something is too often an outcome.


Madden NFL 21 Review

It’s Time To Talk Next Generation

HIGH The Skill Stick controls are much improved on defense.

LOW The graphics are really showing their age.

WTF Bad acting is forgivable. Unnecessary game modes are not.


Beyond Blue Review

Looking For Deeper Meaning

HIGH The loving detail bestowed on the environment.

LOW ‘Detective vision’ is a staple.

WTF Could this be the soothing balm for 2020?


Consoleation: Irreconcilable differences

Beyond: Two Souls Screenshot

I've learned a few things after reading about what's happened during the DICE Summit and Awards event that's taken place this past week. The industry seems to be crying out desperately for maturity. David Cage (Heavy Rain, Beyond: Two Souls) says that games need to grow up. Warren Spector (Epic Mickey) says that games like Lollipop Chainsaw shouldn't be made. The industry wants more Journey and The Walking Dead experiences, as evidenced by these games winning 99.5% of the awards given out. The definition of "fun" is changing.