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​Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition review (Switch)

​Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition brings the ambitious 2015 Wii U title to the Nintendo Switch, offering both longtime fans and newcomers an opportunity to experience this expansive RPG in an upgraded version. Set on the uncharted planet Mira, the game follows humanity’s struggle for survival after Earth’s destruction, immersing players in a vast world filled with diverse ecosystems and formidable creatures.​ A decade later, it holds up remarkably well. Continue reading “​Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition review (Switch)”

Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] review (PS5)

The PlayStation 5 release of Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] brings back a nearly forgotten piece of gaming history – one that was originally exclusive to Japan despite its European origins. Developed by Rainbow Arts and led by Turrican creator Manfred Trenz, the game became a cult classic due to its limited release and technical ambition, blending run-and-gun platforming with side-scrolling shoot ‘em up gameplay. With Ziggurat handling its modern re-release, players now have access to both the original Super Famicom version and the (previously) unreleased Western build, Targa, through a faithful emulation package. Continue reading “Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] review (PS5)”

Is This Game Trying To Kill Me? review (PS5)

Some of the most interesting horror films and games thrive on blurring the lines between reality and the unknown, and Is This Game Trying to Kill Me? takes that concept and runs with it by making its in-game world and the player’s surroundings deeply intertwined. Developed by Stately Snail, this psychological horror puzzle game places players inside a mysterious forest cabin, where they must engage with an eerie computer game that directly influences their real-world environment. With multiple endings and a wealth of deadly traps, the game creates an unpredictable experience that keeps tension high throughout. Continue reading “Is This Game Trying To Kill Me? review (PS5)”

MainFrames review (Switch)

MainFrames, developed by Assoupi and published by The Arcade Crew, brings a refreshing twist to the platforming genre with its digital (Windows) desktop-inspired world. Reviewed on the Nintendo Switch, it delivers an experience that blends puzzle-solving with precision platforming, as players guide Floppy, a small program searching for its purpose within a maze of computer windows. The result is a game that feels both nostalgic and innovative, though it’s not without its shortcomings. Continue reading “MainFrames review (Switch)”