Caput Mortum, developed by WildArts Games and published by Black Lantern Collective, is one of those indie horror games that almost feels more like an artistic experiment than a conventional genre entry. At heart, it’s a first-person descent into a mysterious alchemist’s tower that leans heavily on atmospheric design and retro sensibilities, evoking an eerie blend of Renaissance mysticism and medieval dread. The narrative isn’t served up in cutscenes or dramatic set pieces; instead, it unfolds through environmental storytelling and scattered journal entries that reward curiosity without ever holding your hand. Continue reading “Caput Mortum review (PS5)”
Centipede Gun review (PS5)
Centipede Gun arrives on PlayStation 5 as a compact roguelite autobattler that trades narrative depth for mechanical expression. There’s no sweeping story here, simply a premise built around the titular creature: a modular centipede armed to the teeth, designed and refined by the player to survive increasingly punishing waves of foes. That conceptual core – mixing strange appendages, weapon modules, and synergies to create chaotic death machines – feels like an invitation to toy with the system rather than follow a scripted arc. This setup won’t wow with lore, but it sets clear expectations from the outset: design, iterate, survive. Continue reading “Centipede Gun review (PS5)”
Ys X: Proud Nordics review (PS5)
When Ys X: Proud Nordics arrives on PlayStation 5 as the definitive edition of Nihon Falcom’s action RPG, it brings with it ambitions that are equal parts refinement and expansion. On its own terms, this enhanced version sometimes feels like the genre-baseline the original Ys X: Nordics always hinted at – a more complete, polished odyssey across Obelia Bay’s wild frontiers – even while its existence as a full-price reissue rather than a supplement or upgrade remains one of its most contentious notes, especially among returning players. Continue reading “Ys X: Proud Nordics review (PS5)”
Showgunners review (PS5)
Showgunners throws players into a grimly gleeful future where televised bloodsport isn’t just entertainment but a path to personal vindication. You step into the boots of Scarlett Martillo, a contestant driven by revenge, and the game’s campaign unfolds like a grim B-movie season of ever-escalating episodes where contestants fight for survival in hand-designed arenas. The narrative never pretends to be high art – characters are introduced in familiar archetypes and many motivations are delivered through quick bursts of dialogue or audio logs – but the setting’s tone of dystopian spectacle consistently underscores the game’s satirical thrust and keeps the story moving with pace rather than pretension. The reality TV conceit is strong and frequently entertaining, even if the central revenge arc is straightforward and occasionally predictable. Some of the supporting cast get limited gripping development, leaving larger emotional beats feeling functional rather than resonant. Continue reading “Showgunners review (PS5)”
Soulslinger: Envoy of Death review (PS5)
Soulslinger: Envoy of Death is a bold gamble from Headup and Elder Games that strives to carve out a unique identity where western pulp, fantasy, and roguelike FPS action collide. At its narrative heart sits a protagonist resurrected into Limbo by Death itself, tasked with confronting a soul-harvesting cartel and ultimately its cursed king – a setup that promises thematic depth beyond ordinary genre fare. This narrative framing, while occasionally treading familiar ground, invests players in an emotional arc of loss and obsession that unfolds through encounters with memorable NPCs and shifting stakes as the story progresses. The world of Haven feels lived-in, and its blend of eerie atmosphere and western motifs gives Soulslinger a cinematic weight that few indie shooters match. Continue reading “Soulslinger: Envoy of Death review (PS5)”
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