More than a decade after the original 9th Dawn debuted on mobile, Valorware returns with 9th Dawn Remake, a top-down RPG that brings the classic experience into a more modern context an onto new platforms. It’s been a long road since the series’ humble beginnings, and with the remake promising new visuals, updated gameplay systems, and a world of dungeons to conquer, there was good reason to be intrigued – especially considering the original’s cult status. The PlayStation 5 version features local and online co-op, minigames, and a retooled narrative. But does it live up to the status of the mobile game? Continue reading “9th Dawn Remake review (PS5)”
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Developer interview: Alpha Response
From the mind of Gooseman – the legendary creator of Counter-Strike – comes Alpha Response, a high-intensity singleplayer/co-op tactical shooter now in Early Access on Steam. Trading competitive PvP for dynamic, mission-driven action, the game puts players in the boots of elite police units facing everything from hostage rescues to helicopter assaults. Designed to be fully playable solo or with friends, Alpha Response emphasizes tactical decision-making and adaptability, whether you’re coordinating with a squad or leading AI teammates through unpredictable scenarios. We sat down with Gooseman to discuss why he moved away from PvP, the challenges of large-scale non-linear mission design, and what ambitious features are still to come before the game’s full release. Continue reading “Developer interview: Alpha Response”
DLC roundup: Pinball FX & Walkabout Mini Golf
This week’s batch of DLCs offers something for every virtual table-top and mini-golf enthusiast, from classic pinball thrills to immersive VR city strolls. Zen Studios continues to refine its Williams and Tomb Raider packs for Pinball FX, balancing nostalgia with fresh mechanics and polished visuals across PS5 and Meta Quest. Meanwhile, Walkabout Mini Golf’s Tokyo expansion delivers a serene, detail-rich VR course that blends traditional and modern Japanese aesthetics with thoughtfully designed holes and seamless flow. Whether you’re chasing high scores or simply savoring atmosphere, this round of DLC releases demonstrates how small additions can make a big impact on both gameplay and immersion. Continue reading “DLC roundup: Pinball FX & Walkabout Mini Golf”
World War Z VR review (Quest)
Saber Interactive’s World War Z VR takes the familiar zombie outbreak formula and pushes it into the claustrophobic intimacy of virtual reality. On paper, it’s everything you’d expect from a VR adaptation of the popular co-op shooter – swarming undead, familiar locations reimagined, and weapons that feel satisfyingly heavy in your hands. In practice, it delivers many of those thrills, but also feels like it’s carrying a noticeable limp. Here are our thoughts on the Meta Quest version. Continue reading “World War Z VR review (Quest)”
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound review (PS5)
For decades, Ninja Gaiden has been shorthand for fast, punishing action, whether in its side-scrolling 8-bit heyday or its slick, acrobatic 3D reboots that count among the best early Xbox games. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound doesn’t just pick a side – it tries to fuse them. Developed by Blasphemous creators The Game Kitchen and published by Dotemu, this new chapter tells a fresh story while channelling both the brutal precision of the originals and the layered combat systems of the modern games. Continue reading “Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound review (PS5)”
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