It’s by no means a great game, but The LEGO Ninjago Movie Videogame does more than enough to avoid accusations of being an egregious cash-in. The simple co-op platforming coupled with the invigorated combat system deliver a game that’s a mindless bit of fun.
Project Cars 2 delivers an outstanding racing experience, unfortunately, once the honeymoon period wears off, the by the numbers career mode does little to captivate in the long run, and the numerous bugs and inconsistent presentation and AI hamper an otherwise fantastic game.
It’s the re-boom of the comic book industry in the late 90s. After years of uncertainty, the industry is changing and sales are looking good once again. Superstars are being reborn, as independent creations take the spotlight and people look once again beyond the big two of Marvel and DC. One of the biggest comics of the time? Battle Chasers, …
The aesthetic of the chair isn’t for me, and I’d much prefer something similar that was a little smaller, a little more reserved. That said, if you like your chairs tool like racing seats and want something that’s a good balance between premium features and pricing, then the Vertagear SL5000 is definitely worth looking at.
Microsoft’s banking on Forza 7 being the game that sells 4K gaming and the Xbox One X. But is it a case of all style and no substance? Early reviews say otherwise, as the latest Forza isn’t just the thrill of speed personified, but one of the best racing games ever made.
The inclusion of the Infinity Stones and the change to a more measured 2v2 format make up for the slightly slower pace. Marvel vs Capcom Infinite succeeds as a superlative fighting game, it’s just a pity that everything moulded around doesn’t quite reach those heights. The Story Mode is abysmal and the roster is uninspired. Despite that, it’s still a blast to play.
Yakuza Kiwami’s fresh coat of paint has done wonder for the aging sandbox brawler, even if some wrinkles have still managed to stubbornly hang on. It may not reach the same highs as the prequel Yakuza O, but Kiwami still has plenty of charm, story and more than enough action that sets the scene for the Dragon of Dojima to return on a grander stage next year.
Another year, another iteration of a sports game franchise. Has 2K Sports done enough with NBA 2K18 to not only retain the franchise's title as the best basketball game around, or will it finally give up the crown?
Cooking for your family is one of the most important responsibilities in daily life, …
A spooky European village. Properly scary castle mania. Vampires. Werewolves! The only thing more frightening, is a glimpse at your empty bank account when it comes to deciding whether or not you can grab Resident Evil Village this month. Capcom's successor to its long-running survival-horror franchise is finally out, and if you've read our review then you know the game is a winner on multiple levels.
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