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More than twenty years after Psyvariar 2, it’s genuinely surprising to see the series return with a proper new entry rather than another remaster compilation. Even more surprising is just how confident Psyvariar 3 feels from the moment it starts throwing bullets across the screen. Developed by Banana Bytes in collaboration with Red Art Studios, this long-dormant vertical shooter doesn’t try to reinvent the series so much as modernise its core identity, leaning heavily into the same high-risk philosophy that made the originals stand out among the crowded arcade shooter landscape of the early 2000s. The narrative backdrop involving GUIS, Gluon particles and another looming threat to Earth is present largely as framing rather than meaningful storytelling, but that’s perfectly in line with the genre’s priorities. Psyvariar 3 understands that its real appeal lies in tension, reflexes and the constant temptation to flirt with danger. Continue reading “Psyvariar 3 review”

Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen, the second Bluey game, immediately feels like a much more confident attempt at adapting the enormously popular animated series into video game form. Developed by Halfbrick Studios and written around an original story from Bluey creator Joe Brumm, the game smartly leans into the imagination-fuelled storytelling that defines the show instead of simply recreating familiar episodes. The setup sees Bluey and Bingo turning an argument over a missing gold pen into a fantasy adventure where Bandit becomes a mischievous villain and entire worlds are shaped by the sisters’ drawings and make-believe games. It’s a premise that gives the developers plenty of freedom to experiment visually while still preserving the warmth and playful family dynamic fans expect from Bluey. Continue reading “Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen review (PS5)”

TT Games returns to Gotham with LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, a surprisingly ambitious reinvention of the studio’s long-running LEGO formula that leans far more heavily into cinematic action and open-world exploration than many fans may expect. While the colorful humor and collectible-driven structure that have defined LEGO adaptations for years are still present, this new take on Batman often feels closer in spirit to the Arkham games than to TT’s earlier family-oriented (Batman) adventures. The result is a game that successfully modernizes the LEGO template in several important ways, even if some of those changes occasionally come at the expense of the breezier accessibility the series was once known for. Continue reading “LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight review (PS5)”

There’s something deeply surreal about seeing Bubsy attempt another leap into 3D platforming in 2026. For decades, the wisecracking bobcat has existed more as a punchline than a beloved gaming mascot, with Bubsy 3D still haunting conversations about disastrous platformers nearly thirty years later, even though the 2D originals were decent enough. Rather than pretending that history never happened, Fabraz embraces it completely with Bubsy 4D, crafting a self-aware comeback that constantly pokes fun at the character’s reputation while simultaneously trying to redeem him. The result is surprisingly charming. Bubsy is portrayed as a tired, reluctant mascot dragged into yet another ridiculous adventure involving rebellious sheep, stolen Golden Fleece fragments and robotic BaaBots taking over Woolie technology, all while the supporting cast spends most of the game mocking him relentlessly. The humor is intentionally goofy and packed with cringe-inducing puns, but unlike earlier Bubsy outings, it often feels fitting rather than forced. Continue reading “Bubsy 4D review”