Pool Party, developed by Lakeview Games and published by Mindscape for all major systems, aims to bring the vibrant atmosphere of a poolside gathering to a local multiplayer session near you. This casual party game combines various mini-games and activities that are all centered around a virtual pool, offering a mix of light-hearted fun and competitive challenges that also tap into the table-based variety of pool (yes, this means cue balls). As you dive into Pool Party, the game’s blend of engaging gameplay, charming visuals, and cheerful audio stands out, though it also has its share of flaws. Continue reading “Pool Party review”
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Men of War II review (PC)
Men of War II, developed by Best Way and published by Fulqrum Publishing, continues the legacy of its predecessors (and the many spin-off titles) with a fresh new take on World War II real-time strategy. As fans of classic RTS gameplay, we were really looking forward to firing this up on one of our PCs – here’s what we thought. Continue reading “Men of War II review (PC)”
Grounded review (PS5)
When Grounded first landed on Xbox and PC in 2022, it brought a fresh twist to the survival-crafting genre with its unique premise of miniaturized teens navigating the perils of a suburban backyard – perhaps hints of It Takes Two, but with a very different feel to it. Now, with its PlayStation 5 debut, Grounded continues to charm with its mix of harsh survival elements and warm-hearted design, showcasing that Obsidian Entertainment’s knack for world-building and storytelling goes beyond their classic RPG titles. Continue reading “Grounded review (PS5)”
Port roundup: Space Mercenary Defense Force, Awesome Pea 3 & The Prisoner of the Night
With Space Mercenary Defense Force, Awesome Pea 3 and The Prisoner of the Night, we are checking out three smaller games that were recently ported over to PlayStation. Continue reading “Port roundup: Space Mercenary Defense Force, Awesome Pea 3 & The Prisoner of the Night”
Braid, Anniversary Edition review (PS5)
Braid, Anniversary Edition brings back Jonathan Blow’s critically acclaimed puzzle-platformer, now enhanced for modern consoles by Thekla, Inc. with new content to enjoy. The PlayStation 5 version we’re reviewing promises improved visuals and added features, aiming to recapture the magic of the original while appealing to a new generation of gamers. It’s one of the best puzzlers of the PS3/X360 generation, and it’s great to have it available again. Continue reading “Braid, Anniversary Edition review (PS5)”