By reviewing new content for Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, Jurassic World Evolution 2 and PowerWash Simulator, we’re rediscovering our enjoyment of three games we previously covered. Here are our reviews of the new DLC content.
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous – Lord of Nothing review (PC)
We really enjoyed Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous when it launched, and it’s great to see that this is a CRPG that keeps expanding its immersive universe. The latest DLC is “The Lord of Nothing”, the fifth major installment that was released post-launch. Developed by Owlcat Games, this DLC offers a standalone purchase option or comes bundled as part of the second season pass.
The Lord of Nothing delves into the aftermath of Through the Ashes, with a story that involves both new and familiar faces. The narrative takes you to frozen lands, mysterious wizard towers, and even the Shadow Plane, as you confront the looming resurrection of an ancient demon lord called Sithhud. The characters, including the return of Gnome sorcerer Sendri and tiefling rogue Rekarth, are well-developed, providing a fresh perspective and building on what came before. The DLC offers multiple endings based on your choices, adding depth and replayability to the narrative.
The Lord of Nothing maintains the core gameplay loop of earlier expansions, focusing on a separate cast of characters while allowing the Commander to shine in the main campaign. The DLC introduces a new power system centered around Soul Shards, offering more combat options and narrative flexibility. This approach adds a layer of strategy to character development as well, with new and diverse locations, enemies, and side quests giving you plenty of opportunities to explore.
Visually, the transition from frozen landscapes to enchanted forests and mage towers showcases the game’s visual richness. The addition of a new android companion, Penta, adds charm and detail to the characters, while the voice acting and soundtrack continue to excel. The Lord of Nothing DLC offers an engaging narrative, strategic gameplay, and serves as a satisfying addition with hours of immersive gameplay well worth diving into.
Jurassic World Evolution 2: Cretaceous Predator Pack review (PC)
Another game that keeps expanding is Jurassic World Evolution 2, which just received the Cretaceous Predator Pack DLC, offering park managers four new predators from the Cretaceous period. Published by Frontier, we dove into this latest pack with the PC version – though you can also pick this one up for all other systems.
The Cretaceous Predator Pack introduces four new predators, each with its unique characteristics. Gigantoraptor, also known as the “Giant Thief,” stands out with a coat of feathers and impressive elongated legs, making him ideally suited to chasing its prey. Concavenator, a theropod from the Early Cretaceous period, brings agility and a visually distinctive hump, while Utahraptor, a large and intelligent dromaeosaur, has huge claws. The last addition, the Tarbosaurus, was inspired by the Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous series, and is a fierce hunter.
All four dinosaurs are well designed and animated, and playing with predators like these tends to be more exciting than working with herbivores – especially when you think about escapes and combat scenarios. You can mix things up a bit by going with different skin options as well, though the gameplay itself isn’t affected by these things. That gameplay is still rock solid, and having four impressive new specimens to play around with is going to be enough to keep players engaged – though we’re wondering if it’s enough to bring those back who have moved on to other titles, no matter how cool the Gigantoraptor looks when running around scared guests.
PowerWash Simulator Back To The Future Special-Pack review (PS5)
PowerWash Simulator’s Back to the Future Special Pack DLC, brought to you by Square Enix and developed by FuturLab, takes power-washing on a trip down memory lane – we tested it on a PS5.
The DLC introduces a fresh narrative angle by having players clean props on the Back to the Future movie set, guided by a production assistant with limited knowledge of the films. This twist injects humor into the gameplay if you’re a longtime fan of said films, making the cleaning process not only visually satisfying but also entertaining. There’s no shortage of iconic things to clean either, with the Delorean Time Machine, the Hill Valley Clocktower and Doc’s van all included.
Visually, the DLC impresses with its clean and colorful graphics, capturing the essence of the Back to the Future franchise with detailed models. The inclusion of Easter eggs adds an extra layer to the experience, with the pack providing a nostalgic rush when playing it. The humor injected into the narrative contributes to the overall charm, and it’s the most fun we’ve had with the game thus far. If you’re a fan of Marty McFly and Doc Brown, this is an expansion you won’t want to miss.
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