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Crysis Remastered
2020
The first Crysis is pretty much a tech show-off and... that's about it.
Can't say i've ever been a fan of the first Crysis, but yeah, I must admit that it was impressive for the year 2007, it looked really good and not many PCs could run it. It had cool mechanics like the invisibile cloak or the fact that the environment was destroyable, a tropical setting just like the first Far Cry but this time in North Korea with robot aliens. The game sounds great on paper but in reality it doesn't excel in anything.
The remaster isn't that great either.
Can't say i've ever been a fan of the first Crysis, but yeah, I must admit that it was impressive for the year 2007, it looked really good and not many PCs could run it. It had cool mechanics like the invisibile cloak or the fact that the environment was destroyable, a tropical setting just like the first Far Cry but this time in North Korea with robot aliens. The game sounds great on paper but in reality it doesn't excel in anything.
The remaster isn't that great either.
I don't like leaving first-impression reviews here especially for an Early Access release, but this is a game I was kind of excited for, so to see that this self-proclaimed "reinventing of the ARPG genre" is a really clunky mashup of Souls and Diablo with enemies that don't stagger, loot that sucks and platforming that feels like exploiting level geometry, well it didn't really tickle my fancy I'll tell you that much
Fallout: New Vegas
2010
It's LARPers vs the IRS and you're in the crossfire! There's also a weird rich asshole in a pod. And there's you, the mailman and you get to decide who runs Vegas! (Don't choose any of those options, always go yes man)
Fire Emblem Engage
2023
Ugh...
Okay-- so, on one hand, this game plays extremely well. Engage's interpretation of the weapon triangle and the titular "Engage" mechanic make combat a blast. Maps are cleverly designed and the battle animations are incredible. The hub world is also fun, and overall, the game has a very rewarding loop that's hard to walk away from.
Unfortunately, I actively dislike everything else. The story is rough and the supports feel AI written. I went in with low expectations given many reviews explicitly stated this game was more focused on tactics, and I still found myself feeling disappointed by the narrative.
I know very well that not every FE game prioritizes story, but there's absolutely a way to have a lighter stakes journey that doesn't take itself too seriously. Instead, we get a plot that echoes the beats of an epic fantasy tale without giving us any reason to care.
Despite my issues with Engage, I am still enjoying the game. My advice is to skip the cutscenes, give everyone sunglasses, and have fun with the incredible tactics.
TLDR: Help, I miss Garegg Mach so much...
Okay-- so, on one hand, this game plays extremely well. Engage's interpretation of the weapon triangle and the titular "Engage" mechanic make combat a blast. Maps are cleverly designed and the battle animations are incredible. The hub world is also fun, and overall, the game has a very rewarding loop that's hard to walk away from.
Unfortunately, I actively dislike everything else. The story is rough and the supports feel AI written. I went in with low expectations given many reviews explicitly stated this game was more focused on tactics, and I still found myself feeling disappointed by the narrative.
I know very well that not every FE game prioritizes story, but there's absolutely a way to have a lighter stakes journey that doesn't take itself too seriously. Instead, we get a plot that echoes the beats of an epic fantasy tale without giving us any reason to care.
Despite my issues with Engage, I am still enjoying the game. My advice is to skip the cutscenes, give everyone sunglasses, and have fun with the incredible tactics.
TLDR: Help, I miss Garegg Mach so much...
Pepper Grinder
2024
the boss fights actively drop this game an entire star.
Pepper Grinder
2024
Bit of a disappointment compared to the demo...
The game is quite fun when it lets you go fast and loose with platforming and drilling. The problem is that a lot of level gimmicks minimize or just straight up remove platforming.
I found the boss fights annoying enough that I straight up gave up at the final boss, didn't try much but frankly I was not having fun anymore.
At least art wise it's a good package, visuals, atmosphere and music are pretty good.
Overall, meh, the game has its moments but unfortunately they're not enough to carry the game.
The game is quite fun when it lets you go fast and loose with platforming and drilling. The problem is that a lot of level gimmicks minimize or just straight up remove platforming.
I found the boss fights annoying enough that I straight up gave up at the final boss, didn't try much but frankly I was not having fun anymore.
At least art wise it's a good package, visuals, atmosphere and music are pretty good.
Overall, meh, the game has its moments but unfortunately they're not enough to carry the game.
Lil Gator Game
2022
Holy cow this game is adorable. I could not get enough of the little guy's antics. Wish there was more if I'm honest
Lil Gator Game
2022
A short cute adventure. I had so much fun playing this game, and it brought me back to my childhood. Loved being this little gator running around breaking things. Really recommended!
Lil Gator Game
2022
I need to complete it 100% (destroy monsters, find more people...)
It is a very chill and enjoyable game, with a very charismatic atmosphere and a few well-known references.
I liked it a lot and what adds extra points is that it has inclusive language!
Highly recommended if what you want is to disconnect
It is a very chill and enjoyable game, with a very charismatic atmosphere and a few well-known references.
I liked it a lot and what adds extra points is that it has inclusive language!
Highly recommended if what you want is to disconnect
Lil Gator Game
2022
If charm and personality was a game, this is it .It's literally a love letter to gaming. Satisfying controls, cute animations and you will get side quested every minute!
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