With Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio takes the Like a Dragon franchise into uncharted waters, quite literally. This latest installment follows Goro Majima, who finds himself shipwrecked in the Pacific, stripped of his memories, and thrust into a swashbuckling adventure that blends the series’ signature storytelling with high-seas piracy. The result is an experience that retains the charm and humor of its predecessors while introducing new mechanics that range from ship combat to treasure hunting – it’s a strange mix, but it works. Continue reading “Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii review (PS5)”
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VR roundup: Ancient Dungeon VR, Ashen Arrows & Balls to the Wall
It’s been a while since we did a VR roundup, but with the recent PSVR2 release Ancient Dungeon VR, the Quest release of Ashen Arrows and the upcoming launch of Balls to the Wall, it’s high time we did it again. Read on to find out more. Continue reading “VR roundup: Ancient Dungeon VR, Ashen Arrows & Balls to the Wall”
Avowed review (Xbox)
Obsidian Entertainment has built a reputation for delivering rich RPG experiences, and Avowed, their latest title, is no exception. Set in the world of Eora, familiar to fans of Obsidian’s Pillars of Eternity, the game brings players to the Living Lands, a mysterious and volatile island where political tensions and supernatural threats collide. As an envoy of the Aedyr Empire, players embark on a mission to investigate a deadly plague, only to uncover deeper, more personal connections to the land and its secrets. The narrative is well-crafted, with choices that influence the world and its characters, though some players may find the political storyline to be more linear than expected. While the writing for the main story doesn’t always reach the heights of Obsidian’s best work, the strong character development -especially in the game’s companions – helps elevate the experience. Continue reading “Avowed review (Xbox)”
Warriors: Abyss review (PS5)
With Warriors: Abyss, Koei Tecmo takes its long-running Warriors formula into roguelite territory, blending large-scale hack-and-slash combat with a progression system that encourages strategic experimentation. While the result delivers an engaging and addictive loop, the overall package feels more like an entertaining lower-budget experiment than a fully realized evolution of the franchise. Continue reading “Warriors: Abyss review (PS5)”
Urban Myth Dissolution Center review (PS5)
Urban Myth Dissolution Center, developed by Hakababunko and published by SHUEISHA GAMES, brings an investigative adventure to the PlayStation 5, blending mystery with urban legends in a unique, pixel-art-driven experience. The game follows Azami Fukurai, a student with latent psychic abilities, as she takes on supernatural cases under the guidance of Ayumu Meguriya, the enigmatic director of the Urban Myth Dissolution Center. Each case unravels across an episodic structure, blending investigative work with online sleuthing to explore the blurred lines between myth and reality in an engaging and original manner. Continue reading “Urban Myth Dissolution Center review (PS5)”