Valor Mortis review: a bold soulslike that pays off
Valor Mortis review: a daring first-person soulslike carried by its parrying and art direction, despite a few loading screens and a thin bestiary.
Reviews
Silver Pines review: a superb old-school horror mystery
Silver Pines review: a Lynchian mood, a town worth exploring and clever puzzles, even if the combat remains its weak spot.
Frozen Trail review: ARC Raiders reaches new heights
Frozen Trail review: Pendola Pass and the grappling hook are a treat, but ARC Raiders’ staying power and PvP tension are open questions.
Nivalis Nights review: a noodle stand becomes an empire
Nivalis Nights review: a gorgeous cyberpunk city, a management loop that genuinely hooks, and frame rate drops that spoil the view.
False Hero review: the indie soulslike making waves
Our False Hero review: stealing enemy abilities carries the whole game, while its gated progression frustrates. Verdict: Excellent.
Well Dweller review: this metroidvania is built on exploring
Well Dweller sticks to a classic structure but shines through its movement and exploration. Our full review, verdict and list of highs and lows.
Silent Hill: Townfall review: atmosphere wins over combat
Silent Hill: Townfall bets on fog, puzzles and suggestion rather than combat. Our full review, verdict and list of highs and lows.
Marvel’s Wolverine review: it falls short of expectations
Marvel’s Wolverine keeps its promise of brutality for a few hours, then shows its limits. Our full review, verdict and list of highs and lows.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword review: great fights, samey world
Onimusha: Way of the Sword review: demanding combat and superb bosses, held back by repetitive enemies, side quests and a compact Kyoto.