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Arctic Awakening on PlayStation 5 sets itself up as a narrative-heavy survival story in the frozen north, where a routine supply run goes wrong and a storm leaves pilot Kai stranded in the Alaskan wilderness. From the outset, the premise carries weight – it’s not just about enduring the cold but about finding your missing co-pilot Donovan, all while accompanied by Alfie, a chirpy therapy bot who offers both comic relief and a bit of emotional depth. The setup blends personal stakes with mysterious undertones, drawing you into a story where the wilderness itself often feels like the main antagonist. Continue reading “Arctic Awakening review (PS5)”

Time for another look at a few experiences that first made their mark elsewhere. From the maze-running terror of Labyrinthine to the icy political struggles of Frostpunk 2, this roundup takes a closer look at how these titles translate to new platforms. Alongside them, you’ll also find the quirky arcade challenge of King of Ping Pong: MEGAMIX and the retro-styled oddity of The Edge of Allegoria on Switch. Each one arrives with its own set of strengths and compromises, whether that’s missing features, controller adaptations, or a sharper focus on niche appeal – but all of them bring something distinct to the table for console audiences. Continue reading “Port roundup: Labyrinthine, Frostpunk 2, King of Ping Pong: MEGAMIX & The Edge of Allegoria”

Borderlands 4 lands on PlayStation 5 as both a continuation and a reinvention of Gearbox Software’s iconic looter-shooter formula. Published by 2K, the game transports players to Kairos, a planet under the suffocating rule of the Timekeeper, a villain who is at once charismatic and terrifying. The setup feels familiar in its “fight the tyrant” narrative, yet the way it’s framed within a crumbling society adds weight and urgency to the chaos. Storytelling has always been a tricky balance for the series, but here it manages to blend irreverent humor with darker undertones, creating a villain that feels genuinely threatening while still leaving room for the franchise’s trademark absurdity. Continue reading “Borderlands 4 review (PS5)”