Denshattack! is the kind of game that sounds like a joke until you actually start playing it. A high-speed arcade adventure built around anti-gravity trains performing skateboarding tricks across a stylized, dystopian Japan shouldn’t work nearly as well as it does, yet Undercoders has turned this absurd premise into one of the year’s most refreshingly original experiences. Rather than relying solely on its novelty, it backs up the concept with a surprisingly engaging adventure, memorable characters and a colorful world that gives you plenty of reasons to keep racing beyond simply chasing high scores. Continue reading “Denshattack! review (PS5)”
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced review (PS5)
Few Assassin’s Creed games have remained as beloved as Black Flag, and it isn’t difficult to understand why. Edward Kenway’s journey never relied solely on the eternal conflict between Assassins and Templars, instead telling the story of an ambitious pirate who gradually discovers that freedom comes with consequences. Resynced wisely recognizes that the original narrative still holds up remarkably well, choosing to expand rather than rewrite it. New story content gives supporting characters like Blackbeard, Mary Read and Stede Bonnet additional depth, while new recruitable officers strengthen both the narrative and gameplay without disrupting the pacing that made the original so memorable. Continue reading “Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced review (PS5)”
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit review (PS5)
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit doesn’t try to reinvent the formula established by its predecessor, and that’s largely to its benefit. Once again we step into the shoes of a Spirit Scout, this time stranded on a mysterious island after a bus accident, where helping ghostly bears come to terms with their past becomes the heart of the adventure. The premise remains wonderfully wholesome, balancing lighthearted charm with surprisingly heartfelt storytelling as each new spirit gradually reveals more about themselves. Rather than relying on dramatic twists, the narrative succeeds through its warmth and the growing sense of community that develops as the island slowly comes back to life. Continue reading “Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit review (PS5)”
Indie roundup: Stunt X Mania, The Fissure & Shoot The Wall
Not every indie release is trying to become the next breakout hit. Some experiment with unusual ideas, others focus on refining a single mechanic, and plenty are content to carve out a niche for a specific audience. This latest roundup covers three very different examples: a VR motocross stunt simulator that prioritises skill over speed, a psychological horror visual novel built around unsettling family secrets, and an unexpectedly addictive shooter that turns blasting away at a giant wall into a surprisingly compelling gameplay loop. Continue reading “Indie roundup: Stunt X Mania, The Fissure & Shoot The Wall”
Moss: The Forgotten Relic review (PS5)
Moss: The Forgotten Relic brings together both Moss adventures and their additional content into a single package, allowing players without a VR headset to finally experience Quill’s complete journey. Framed as a magical storybook, the adventure follows the courageous mouse as she sets out to rescue her uncle before confronting a far greater threat that hangs over the kingdom itself. Although the series was originally designed around virtual reality (and it’s a must-play for headset owners), this new PlayStation 5 version does an admirable job of translating that experience to a traditional display, even if some of the original magic inevitably changes in the process. Continue reading “Moss: The Forgotten Relic review (PS5)”