Two Worlds II Review

If it is a surprise to you that Two Worlds, one of the lowest points in current-gen RPGs, had a sequel planned that was actually released; welcome to the club. This fabled sequel has been told and it should be more of a surprise that it is a good game. Those with the highest of game-standards will find plenty of reasons to trash TW II but gamers with a sense of appreciation will find much to love. If you consider yourself a core-gamer and yearn for 40-50 hour RPG experiences, Reality Pump has just served your order. This is as “hardcore” as an action-RPG can get. (more…)

Review: Splatterhouse

After losing in the second round of a Madden tournament at my local rental store, one of the workers there said I could either have a free movie or half price on a video game rental. As I started to make my way towards the Game Room, something caught my eye. There it was, an updated remake of a classic horror franchise, Splatterhouse. Without hesitation, my trembling fingers picked up the game, rushed it over to the counter, and then I went home excited about how much fun this was going to be. Looking back on this decision, and after finishing this frustrating experience, maybe it would have been a better choice to get the movie instead. (more…)

Review: Nail’d

What are the 2 most important elements of any arcade-racer? My answer: Speed and track design. Techland may not have developed a game that takes the arcade-racer to new-heights, but they sure Nail’d the important parts. Nail’d tosses realistic-physics out the window for vertigo-inducing, full-throttle, ATV/MX insanity. None of what you see while racing through the 14 in-game tracks will ever be witnessed by seeing-eyes as long as you live, but this is why we started playing games in the first place, right?

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DLC Review: Tempest Pack

I hate it when DLC for a game comes out, and you’re offered like 3 different things for 10 or 15 dollars a piece. Granted, most of the content at that price is associated with full retail games, but it is still way too much to pay nonetheless. The people over at Vector Unit, creators of Hydro Thunder Hurricane for the XBLA, understand this problem, and have decided to give players a little more bang for their buck with their “Tempest Pack”. Is there content on offer here to justify the price of admission?, find out more after the jump. (more…)

Vid Review: Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light

 “ Lara Croft at her BEST!” (A) – Jeffrey d

Review: Comic Jumper The Adventures of Captain Smiley

The same company that brought you XBLA hits The Maw and Splosion Man are releasing their third XBLA title, Comic Jumper. Twisted Pixel returns to the scene with the newly acquired comic book hero…oops, I meant to say joke of a hero. (more…)

Review: Space Invaders Infinity Gene

When the game first started, it had the feel and taste of the original Space Invaders game; black and white screen and the basic vector graphics used in the original. Soon after that intro level, the game evolved into this 2D/3D version, where you’re allowed to fly all over the screen to shoot down the aliens. Space Invaders Infinity Gene brings back the classic feel of Space Invaders but with a Bit.Trip and Ikaruga feel. (more…)

Review: Sonic Adventure

At one time or another, I’m sure all of us have heard the phrase “some things get better with age”, that is not the case with the re-release of Sonic Adventure to XBLA. Instead of being something that will remind us of the good old days, it just further explains why Sonic has never really faired well in the third dimension. SA is a completely broken experience from start to finish. This really is a shame because Sonic is my favorite video game mascot of all time, and he has been treated rather unfairly in recent years. (more…)

Review: BCFX: The Doug Williams Edition

Now I am as much of a fan of the EA sports series as anybody else, but sometimes, a little bit of variety is needed. The only problem with this is that without any type of official licensing, a sports game from an unknown developer usually turns out to be a piece of crap. Black College Football: The Experience, Doug Williams Edition, is sadly another lazy attempt at recreating a true game of the gridiron. So just how bad is it you might ask?, read on to find out. (more…)

Vid Review: Dark Star One: Broken Alliance

    ” Average isn’t awful “  (B)   -  Jeffrey d 

 

Review: Naughty Bear

Here’s the deal, I was a big fan of Conker’s Bad Fur Day for the N64, and absolutely loved the remake of it for the Xbox, Conker: Live and Reloaded. The idea of a cute, cuddly, and furry animal wreaking havoc in a peaceful world is so twisted that it’s awesome. What helped that game succeed was the humourous dialogue, varied level design, and satisfying, yet rewarding combat mechanics. Now Naughty Bear has arrived, and he is trying to cash in on the same idea. The problem with this is that Naughty only ends up succeeding in concept, and fails in getting everything else right. (more…)

Review: Limbo

Very few games nowadays completely suck you into the experience to the point in which nothing else in the real world tends to matter that much. That is the case with Limbo, a puzzle platformer unlike any other in terms of style, presentation, and overall gameplay experience. Creative thinking, problem solving, and strategic planning will put even the most experienced players skills to the test here. Get those thinking caps ready, cause it’s time to jump into a world unlike any other. (more…)

Vid Review: DeathSpank

(A)  ” Hothead drops a bomb with this RAD action-adventure-hack & slash RPG. ” – Jeffrey d
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Microview: DeathSpank

Ron Gilbert does no wrong!  He proves it time and time again with every project he puts his hands on.  DeathSpank is Diablo meets Monkey Island in the best of ways.  That alone is all that needs to be said in this Microview.  Not only will you stumble upon loads of hilariously named loot, you’re also going to run into tons of hilarity — period.  With little to no complaints in my first 4 hours of play, I’d expect nothing but a roaring review from QB.    Full review coming soon! 

Zeno Clash: Ultimate Edition Review

Inventive control mechanics and bizarre art direction are all it takes to knock me out. I have the lumps to prove it. (more…)