4+ hour, 1+ min ago  (274+ words) For a combination of genres that on paper feel antithetical to one another, Besmirch manages to offer a surprisingly engaging and fulfilling experience. Although light on content, in need of some polish, and a solid rework of how it introduces…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (195+ words) Experimenting with different cards and combinations, knowing that they work differently, was exciting to me." Vampire Crawlers is a fun roguelike deckbuilder that you can easily spend hours playing. It's fun trying different strategies and card combinations to overcome a…...

2+ day, 9+ hour ago  (151+ words) 5 years after the release of the co-op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite, a sequel is on its way, once again developed by Cold Iron Studios. Fittingly titled Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, the game expands the number of squadmates from 3 to 4, as well…...

5+ day, 5+ hour ago  (262+ words) More than just a "LEGO Arkham, Legacy of the Dark Knight showcases a surprising focus on narrative, with cinematics and dialogue paving the path for gameplay motivations and context. Tightened and focused in some aspects and expanded cleverly in others,…...

6+ day, 22+ hour ago  (594+ words) Importantly, Legacy of the Dark Knight is the fourth in the LEGO Batman franchise, which started with LEGO Batman: The Videogame in 2008 (before any Arkham title was released). So not only is there a legacy to live up to, but…...

2+ week, 2+ hour ago  (186+ words) PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S "the extreme nature of the environment can be seen but not felt." That clarity of direction could also certainly be mocked as falling into the classic yellow paint trope, but Aphelion's focus on story makes…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (344+ words) Science fiction fans and unmoored Bio Ware enjoyers rejoice, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is now available in closed beta. Well, rejoice if you're a Founder and own either Miller's Pack or have pre-ordered the Collector's Edition. Otherwise, you'll have to…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (617+ words) PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S I played through'the DLC in a'test'build, focusing on the campaign and new systems.'I'didn't'get the chance to play with others during this'time,'so this'my experience'leans heavily on the story,'gameplay, and systems from a single-player…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago  (346+ words) We were lucky enough to get an extra special preview of the new Double Fine game, Kiln. Best known for their work on Psychonauts and their recently released Keeper. Kiln is a multiplayer pottery-themed brawler that we got to check…...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago  (193+ words) Like Artificer's other titles, it's an adventure where gameplay is king. Though not every idea works, it's a blast. A thinking-man's roguelike that is well worth your time. "A thinking-man's roguelike that is well worth your time." This leaves me…...