Category: Classic

The PlayStation 5 release of Glover brings back a late-90s cult classic, reviving its unique mechanics and nostalgic charm for a modern audience. Originally launched on the Nintendo 64, Glover stood out with its inventive premise, casting players as a sentient glove tasked with guiding a magical ball through puzzle-filled worlds. While this re-release preserves the quirky appeal of the original, it also highlights some of the game’s aged mechanics and design choices. Continue reading “Glover review (PS5)”

The Suikoden I & II HD Remaster brings two beloved JRPGs back with a fresh coat of paint, offering longtime fans a chance to relive these classics while introducing them to a new audience. The collection includes both Suikoden and Suikoden II, two games known for their deep political narratives, engaging turn-based combat, and a massive cast of 108 recruitable characters. These games were originally praised for their compelling stories and world-building, and while the remaster enhances their presentation, some aspects remain firmly rooted in the past. We checked them out on a PlayStation 5. Continue reading “Suikoden I & II HD Remaster review (PS5)”

Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection, developed by Digital Eclipse and published by Konami, brings together no fewer than 14 classic titles from the franchise’s early years. This compilation, launching on the Switch alongside a PC version, is a mix of nostalgia and archival preservation, offering both previously localized and Japan-exclusive games to a global audience for the first time. However, while it successfully showcases the franchise’s evolution, the collection also highlights some of the limitations and growing pains of these older titles. Continue reading “Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection review (Switch)”

Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered brings a second wave of classic Lara Croft adventures to modern platforms, this time covering The Last Revelation, Chronicles, and The Angel of Darkness. Developed originally by Crystal Dynamics and now remastered by Aspyr, this collection updates the visuals, adds modern control options, and includes various quality-of-life improvements. While the package serves as an accessible way to revisit these titles, the experience remains a mixed bag, especially considering the original games’ varying reputations. This review is based on the PlayStation 5 version. Continue reading “Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered review (PS5)”