Using the impressive Carbon Engine, Clock Tower: Rewind provides a definitive way to play an iconic piece of gaming history but lacks a few select improvements that would make this release much better.

We take a look at the N64 version of Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire, a game that released within a unique story event in the Expanded Universe. Does this unique game hold up today?

One of the more unique games of the PS1 library returns through the Carbon Engine by Limited Run Games. Tomba! Special Edition is available now on Steam, Switch, and PS5!

Metroid Prime Remastered hits Nintendo Switch in a surprisingly impressive fashion, creating a definitive way to relive one of Samus Aran’s greatest adventures.

The Defender controller from Retro Fighters works on PS1, PS2, PS3, Switch, and PC in a nostalgic form factor, potentially forever replacing the DualShock 3.

For the first time since the 90s, Live A Live returns in a huge way with updated graphics and sound in the HD-2D style of Octopath Traveler or Triangle Strategy.

Despite trepidations and in the face of astonishing expectations, the Silent Hill 2 remake from Bloober Team is a fantastic adaptation of an iconic horror tragedy.

RetroRealms Double Feature: Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead offers two pixel art platformers as reverent tributes to iconic horror characters, but doesn’t achieve retro-inspired gaming greatness.

Crafted as a tribute to iconic space shooters such as Star Fox 64, Rogue Flight by Truant Pixel is a stylish blast of a time with visuals straight out of 80s / 90s anime culture.

Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is an ambitious as hell remake of an NES action platformer. Developed by Tengo Project within NatsumeAtari, this tour of destruction lacks the agility expected from resourceful ninjas.

Building on the ideas of a 1992 NES hidden gem, Gimmick! 2 features an adorable aesthetic, gorgeous soundscape, and a dubious difficulty.

Castaway is an attempt to create a smallscale tribute to Zelda's excellent adventures on GameBoy, serving as an introduction to this style of game. For the most part, those design goals are achieved.

In this abbreviated horror FPS, Alien meets H.P. Lovecraft to create a unique and vague gaming experience. This is our review of Scorn.

With unapologetic violence and a goofy tone, Justice Sucks offers an easy video game experience, though it may not be quite memorable after completion.

With a vibrant art style and plenty to explore, Tinykin is a pint-sized platforming experience offering huge amounts of fun and relaxation.

Picking up where they left off in 3000th Duel (under a new banner of ORANGE POPCORN) the indie Metroidvania team refines their style with HunterX but how does it fair in a saturated genre?

The iiRcade console brings the arcade experience home in a big way, allowing for game downloads and more. This review covers the unit and the platform as a whole.

The Cupertino model of gaming glasses from GUNNAR Optiks provides four interchangeable lenses, making it the best way to try out Gunnar's offerings while creating a fantastic first step to creating a multi-solution tool for working from home, gaming, and generally viewing screens.

A comfortable seat can often be the crux of a good setup. Does the E-WIN Flash Series XL Size Gaming Chair stand above the rest or is it just another gaming chair?

Adding more ways to play on the iPhone but not quite knocking it out of the park, the Backbone One PlayStation Edition has charm but we ultimately look forward to the next iteration.

Function combined with solid design makes for a great speaker set from SteelSeries, making the Arena 7 easy to recommend.

When it’s working as intended, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 is a fantastic-sounding headset but something somewhere fights to connect, holding back its true potential.

The Aerox 3 (2022 Edition) Wireless Mouse from SteelSeries initially scores well in features but lacks the functionality to make it a reliable tool for PC gaming or office work.

Using the premise of the films fairly well, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is full of excellent mechanical ideas but lacks the polish to make it a truly excellent horror game.

Take on shadow operations and uncover the dark secrets of the Horizon Corporation in Trepang2, an unforgettable action horror first-person shooter.

My Friendly Neighborhood is a well-crafted, surprisingly wholesome horror experience that shouldn’t be missed.

The 2023 remake of the action-adventure classic may not appeal to all newcomers of the franchise, but polished environments and a retro cyberpunk gaming experience give System Shock enough to stay relevant in the 21st century.

Metroid Prime Remastered hits Nintendo Switch in a surprisingly impressive fashion, creating a definitive way to relive one of Samus Aran’s greatest adventures.

In this abbreviated horror FPS, Alien meets H.P. Lovecraft to create a unique and vague gaming experience. This is our review of Scorn.

Enhancing the foundations of the first game, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 feels like an achievement from Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment. It's not perfect but it is absolutely one of the best Warhammer 40K games so far.

On a path that will ultimately result in his own destruction, James Savage takes on his vampiric ex-girlfriend Draculae in El Paso Elsewhere, a moody neo-noir action shooter from Strange Scaffold.

The anxiously awaited remake of the iconic Resident Evil 4 is now available but how does this game stack up to the original? Alex answers in this in-depth review of the PS5 version.

Returnal makes the jump from being a PS5 exclusive to being playable on PC via Steam. Is this another victory for PC players? Justin explains in this review!

Evil West from Focus Entertainment and developer Flying Wild Hog is a dumb action game that leans into its themes in the best way.

After being one of the most critically acclaimed games on the PS4, God of War Ragnarök has huge expectations. Justin shares why Santa Monica Studio has crafted another masterpiece in this review of an anticipated PS5 sequel.

As a remake we never thought we would see, Super Mario RPG delivers on its apparent mission to honor the original Super Nintendo game while elevating it to new heights.

Sea of Stars, a retro RPG with modernized mechanics, takes players on a magical journey that’s as engrossing as it is nostalgic.

Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg creates a cozier experience while bringing the classic adventure forward to create a low-friction way to try the Atelier series.

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is a fitting end for one of the best protagonists the RPG series has seen so far, creating a fantastic trilogy of crafting, battles, and a lot of cuteness.

Forspoken offers flashy magic combat but fails to captivate in a world too big and empty for its own good.

Fire Emblem Engage creates the ultimate celebration of everything the series has accomplished thus far, and while this doesn’t make for the most original entry, it's certainly one that can stand among its best.

Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is an ambitious as hell remake of an NES action platformer. Developed by Tengo Project within NatsumeAtari, this tour of destruction lacks the agility expected from resourceful ninjas.

Building on the ideas of a 1992 NES hidden gem, Gimmick! 2 features an adorable aesthetic, gorgeous soundscape, and a dubious difficulty.

One of the more unique games of the PS1 library returns through the Carbon Engine by Limited Run Games. Tomba! Special Edition is available now on Steam, Switch, and PS5!

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe is classic Kirby for better and for worse. It’s not a student of innovation in any fashion, rather a solid adventure spruced up with new bells and whistles.

Grim Guardians: Demon Purge is a Castlevania-style spin-off of the Gal*Gun games with a fun but tough co-op mode that’s worth checking out but it might not click as well for non-genre enthusiasts.

Lunistice is a charming 3D platformer that trims the sharp edges of its inspirations, while unfortunately falling into a few pitfalls of its own.

Master time in the divine comedy, The Holy Gosh Darn, a wonderfully complex, yet approachable time loop adventure game from the teams behind Manual Samuel and Helheim Hassle.

Through manifestations of meager prayer, The Miracle has returned awakening the slumber of The Penitent One who must raise a new weapon in Blasphemous 2.

Metroid Prime Remastered hits Nintendo Switch in a surprisingly impressive fashion, creating a definitive way to relive one of Samus Aran’s greatest adventures.

RWBY Arrowfell Review is a cute intro to games and a fun take on the RWBY anime on the Switch.

The Knight Witch offers a challenging, sometimes frustrating, Metroidvania adventure with some interesting story complexities.

Picking up where they left off in 3000th Duel (under a new banner of ORANGE POPCORN) the indie Metroidvania team refines their style with HunterX but how does it fair in a saturated genre?

Asterigos: Curse of the Stars offers a familiar action-RPG experience but doesn’t offer much in individuality or engagement.

Somber and beautiful, Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights surprises by rewarding exploration and weaving a tragic fairy tale.

Justin tackles the entirety of Demon’s Souls on PlayStation 5, one of the most impressive launch titles of all time.

Vigil The Longest Night comes from developer Glass Heart Games and publisher Another Indie as a 2D Gothic approach to the metroidvania and soulslike genres. Read why we recommend checking out this gruesome gem of a game.

Mortal Shell proudly bares the banner of Dark Souls while charting its own path in the Soulslike genre. Zach breaks things down after finishing the game in this review.

Determined to learn why he’s been raised from the dead, legendary hero Skippy must use all the various parts of monsters to become the ultimate warrior in Skellboy, the world’s first Cute Souls game from Umaiki Games and Fabraz.

As a follow-up to a beloved interpretation of classic characters, River City Girls 2 expands the scope of the previous title with more characters and a longer quest through a gallery of rogues.

Building off of classic beat-em-up games and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon of the 80s, TMNT Shredder’s Revenge is an incredible tribute. Joe reviews the Nintendo Switch version.

Leaning in on 2000s-era attitude, Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is one of the strangest spin-off games in recent memory.

Built as a loving tribute to the kaiju and tokusatsu genres, Dawn of the Monsters is a beat-em-up that shouldn’t be missed by fans of giant monsters and robots.

After a plethora of patches and the addition of three more story campaigns, Marvel’s Avengers, while a mixed experience overall, is more playable for those just wanting a fun Marvel romp than expected.

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe is classic Kirby for better and for worse. It’s not a student of innovation in any fashion, rather a solid adventure spruced up with new bells and whistles.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a special game with a timeless soundtrack that will undoubtedly make the game a classic, console-defining game.

Echoing the gameplay of Paper Mario, The Outbound Ghost has released first on Steam; Justin shares his thoughts on this cute RPG.

Cult of the Lamb is pretty much exactly what it sells itself as but we can’t help but hope that an expansion or sequel is in the works.

Coming off the heels of several modern ports, Cotton Fantasy is a brand new shoot-em-up adventure with several unique characters.

There might be a new king of swing! Grapple Dog features cute platforming fun and Alex thinks it’s a great entry into the genre. Learn more in this review.

Despite trepidations and in the face of astonishing expectations, the Silent Hill 2 remake from Bloober Team is a fantastic adaptation of an iconic horror tragedy.

RetroRealms Double Feature: Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead offers two pixel art platformers as reverent tributes to iconic horror characters, but doesn’t achieve retro-inspired gaming greatness.

Using the impressive Carbon Engine, Clock Tower: Rewind provides a definitive way to play an iconic piece of gaming history but lacks a few select improvements that would make this release much better.

Using the premise of the films fairly well, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is full of excellent mechanical ideas but lacks the polish to make it a truly excellent horror game.

Inspired by the short story of the same name, Five Nights at Freddy’s Into the Pit from Mega Cat Studios is a thrilling narrative driven stealth game that features incredible retro-inspired presentation. It is a must-play for fans and an approachable entry for newcomers.

On a path that will ultimately result in his own destruction, James Savage takes on his vampiric ex-girlfriend Draculae in El Paso Elsewhere, a moody neo-noir action shooter from Strange Scaffold.

Enhancing the foundations of the first game, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 feels like an achievement from Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment. It's not perfect but it is absolutely one of the best Warhammer 40K games so far.

Following a long development cycle, possibly subject to Witch Time, Bayonetta 3 finally arrives. What awaits us at the climax of this iconic trilogy?

As the first Valkyrie Profile game in over a decade, Valkyrie Elysium has a lot of potential but something went wrong somewhere…

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity surprisingly serves as a prequel to the well-loved The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. While the Musou gameplay is satisfying and full of fun flourishes, there’s a story beat that just doesn’t fit. Learn more in our review.

While there are improvements that could’ve been made, Battle through Time is likely the best Samurai Jack game we’ll ever get. Joe shares his love for the animated masterpiece and reviews the game through that lens.

With the beloved Tenkaichi games as a stepping stone, Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is an explosive take on the fanservice driven arena fighter that appeals to fans but lacks the depth one might want for longterm play.

Demon Slayer is one of the most exciting anime of our time and Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles captures the visuals perfectly but lacks the substance to make it truly special.

What should have been at the very least a fun bit of fanservice is actually a mess of a game. Bounty Battle is a disservice to the indie properties it features.