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)”
Bubsy 4D review
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”
Forza Horizon 6 review (Xbox)
Playground Games has spent years refining the open world racing formula to the point where each new Forza Horizon release risks feeling less like a reinvention and more like another variation on a familiar template. Forza Horizon 6 understands that challenge and responds by shifting the festival to Japan, a setting fans have been requesting for years and one that immediately gives the series a fresh visual and cultural identity. The result is a racing game that often feels spectacular in motion, blending neon-lit city streets, mountain roads, industrial districts and peaceful countryside routes into a map that constantly encourages exploration. Yet for all of its technical brilliance and sheer volume of content, Horizon 6 occasionally struggles to move beyond the comfort zone the franchise created for itself – not that racing fans will mind though. Continue reading “Forza Horizon 6 review (Xbox)”
Luna Abyss review (PS5)
Luna Abyss, which we first previewed several years ago, is the kind of game that immediately commits to atmosphere over accessibility, throwing players into a hostile sci-fi nightmare where meaning is often fragmented and reality itself feels unstable. Developed by Kwalee Labs and published by Kwalee, this PlayStation 5 release blends first-person platforming with bullet hell combat inside a sprawling subterranean megastructure buried beneath the mimic moon Luna. Its premise leans heavily into cosmic horror and philosophical science fiction, with the player cast as a prisoner forced deeper into the Abyss under the constant surveillance of an AI overseer named Aylin. The result is a world that feels oppressive and strangely hypnotic at the same time, even if the narrative occasionally prioritizes ambiguity over emotional clarity. Continue reading “Luna Abyss review (PS5)”
Atomic Owl review (PS5)
Monster Theater’s Atomic Owl arrives with the kind of pitch that immediately grabs attention: a retro-styled action platformer with roguelite progression, anthropomorphic bird warriors, synth-heavy music and a talking demonic blade accompanying the player on a revenge quest through a collapsing world. Set in the neon-infused realm of Judanest, the game follows Hidalgo Bladewing as he attempts to rescue his corrupted allies from the influence of the Crow Sorcerer Omega Wing. It’s a knowingly dramatic setup that leans hard into early ‘90s anime and action game sensibilities, and while the storytelling occasionally struggles to fully land its emotional beats, the sheer sincerity behind its worldbuilding gives it an identity that’s difficult not to appreciate. The combination of earnest melodrama, eccentric dialogue and intermittent voice acting creates a world that feels charmingly rough around the edges rather than sterile or overly polished. Continue reading “Atomic Owl review (PS5)”