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Dune: Part Two review (4DX)

In the vast, sand-swept world of Arrakis, Denis Villeneuve’s epic saga reaches its zenith with “Dune: Part Two,” the highly anticipated continuation of Frank Herbert’s sprawling narrative that seamlessly melds stunning visuals with profound themes and power struggles. Building upon the foundation laid by its well-received predecessor, this installment plunges deeper into the complex interplay of destiny, power, and ideology, delivering a cinematic experience that resonates long after the credits roll. The 4DX version that we viewed was especially impactful in that regard – here are our thoughts. Continue reading “Dune: Part Two review (4DX)”

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth review (PS5)

In the wake of Final Fantasy VII Remake, the extremely well-received reimagination of a PS1 classic that left players eagerly anticipating what would come next, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has finally arrived. Set against the backdrop of a world teetering on the edge of chaos, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth propels players into an expansive journey that pretty much spans the entire planet. As Cloud and his comrades venture beyond the confines of Midgar, they are thrust into a vibrant and vast world ripe for exploration – and we explored on a PlayStation 5, where it’s currently an exclusive. Continue reading “Final Fantasy VII Rebirth review (PS5)”

Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island review (Switch)

Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island marks the triumphant return of a classic roguelike franchise (that we last enjoyed on the Vita), offering a very engaging blend of challenging gameplay and charming narrative. As the latest installment in a long-running series, Shiren’s newest adventure takes players on a perilous journey to rescue a mysterious girl trapped on Serpentcoil Island, rumored to be the stronghold of dangerous treasure-hoarding pirates. With the help of his trusty companion, Koppa the talking ferret, Shiren embarks on a quest filled with treacherous dungeons, cunning enemies, and hidden secrets. It’s exclusive to the Switch for now – here’s our review. Continue reading “Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island review (Switch)”

Release roundup: Anglerfish, Cybertrash STATYX & Train Valley Collection

With Anglerfish, Cybertrash STATYX and the Train Valley Collection, we’re looking at three recent console releases – here are our reviews. Continue reading “Release roundup: Anglerfish, Cybertrash STATYX & Train Valley Collection”

WWE 2K24 review (PS5)

In the world of professional wrestling, the WWE franchise has had its ups and downs over the year, and the gaming counterpart, WWE 2K, is no exception. However, with WWE 2K24, developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K, it seems like the franchise has once again hit its stride, delivering a game that is a celebration of WrestleMania’s 40th anniversary – building on the reboot that 2K started a few years ago. Continue reading “WWE 2K24 review (PS5)”