Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open is an atmosphere-rich and emotional journey that taps into Malaysian culture, tradition, and folklore, creating an experience that is haunting and heartfelt at the same time. Developed by Cellar Vault Games and published by Chorus Worldwide Games, this next installment in the Paper Ghost Stories series builds on the foundation of its predecessor, 7PM, while expanding on the narrative and gameplay in significant ways. In Third Eye Open, players take on the role of Ting, a young girl who has the ability to see spirits, which makes her feel different from her peers and family. Her gift (or is it a curse?) sets the stage for a five-year journey that blurs the lines between the real world and the supernatural. Continue reading “Paper Ghost Stories: Third Eye Open review (PS5)”
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Elsie review (PS5)
Elsie, developed by Knight Shift Games and published by Playtonic Friends, is a roguelike action-platformer set in the chaotic world of Ekis. In this futuristic setting, you play as Elsie, a powerful android created to battle rogue robots and save the planet. The game’s story sets the stage for an action-packed adventure: after the disappearance of the Guardians, android protectors of the planet, a mysterious threat emerges, forcing Elsie to embark on a mission to restore order. The narrative is simple, but it provides a fitting backdrop for the game’s core focus – its fast-paced, “bullet hell” combat and procedurally generated levels. Continue reading “Elsie review (PS5)”
Wild Bastards review (PS5)
Wild Bastards, developed by Blue Manchu and published by Maximum Entertainment as their follow-up to Void Bastards, takes players on a sci-fi adventure filled with intense shootouts and tactical combat. With its blend of FPS mechanics and strategic elements, the game throws players into a chaotic galaxy where assembling and managing a gang of outlaws is just as important as gunning down enemies. We checked it out on a PlayStation 5. Continue reading “Wild Bastards review (PS5)”
Yars Rising review (PS5)
Yars Rising is a bold attempt to revive one of Atari’s most iconic franchises, but with a distinct modern twist thanks to the development team at WayForward. The game successfully merges the retro roots of Yars’ Revenge with modern 2D action-adventure gameplay, creating a layered experience that tries to balance nostalgia with new mechanics. At the heart of the story is Emi Kimura, a young hacker tasked with infiltrating the mysterious QoTech corporation. The narrative sets itself up as a sci-fi thriller with shades of corporate espionage, unraveling a complex secret as Emi gains new abilities throughout her adventure. It’s quite different from the original game, so we were looking forward to checking it out – which we did on a PlayStation 5. Continue reading “Yars Rising review (PS5)”
Warhammer 40,000 – Space Marine 2 review
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 thrusts players back into the now-familiar darkness of the 41st millennium and its wars, where humanity’s survival rests on the shoulders of its marines. In this sequel, which we were already very impressed with during a hands-on session a year ago, players once again take on the role of the Space Marine Titus, who is now a seasoned captain facing off against the overwhelming forces of the Tyranids. The game delivers on its promise of brutal, fast-paced third-person action while expanding on the original’s core strengths in exciting ways. Here’s our take on the full game. Continue reading “Warhammer 40,000 – Space Marine 2 review”
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