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Trails in the Sky SC Game Review (PC)
Bigger and (Mostly) Better
A direct sequel to the cult JRPG favorite Trails in the Sky FC (First Chapter), Trails in the Sky SC (Second Chapter) is an enormous follow-up. From characters, to dialogue, to locations, everything about SC is expanded greatly …
Steven Universe: Attack the Light! Game Review (iPhone)
Pretty Great
The amazingly popular (and rightly so) Steven Universe animated show has been condensed into a bite-sized super serving. Attack the Light! is a brilliantly executed iOS game that oozes with charm and a dedication to the show’s fans …
Hyper Light Drifter Game Review (PC)
Risk and Reward
Finally released after a very successful 2013 Kickstarter campaign, Hyper Light Drifter is here to satisfy your old school gaming itch. It’s a gorgeous pixel art game with fluid animations and tight gameplay that harkens back to …
Dimension W Anime Review
Limited Possibilities
An original manga by Yuji Iwahara, the character designer for Darker than Black, Dimension W is a sci-fi anime that starts with an interesting concept. In the near future, people have discovered a fourth dimension, the titular Dimension …
How Undertale Makes Reference to 8 Iconic Games
Undertale is certainly a labor of love from Toby Fox. Besides the awesome soundtrack, the game is chock-full of influences and references to many other iconic video games. Some are quite easy to spot, and some require a little digging …
Why Undertale’s Soundtrack Is so Good
Undertale, an indie RPG by Toby Fox, made big waves after its release in the Fall 2015 — and deservedly so. Its characters, story, and game design are all top notch, giving players surprising new experiences while pulling on some …
7 Korean Dramas Recommended For Guys
If you’re a guy new to Korean dramas and don’t know where to start, here’s a list of my own personal favorites that you may find helpful. While not strictly “for guys” in the sense of being targeted to males, …
Grim Dawn Game Review (PC)
Play Your Way
Most gamers have wildly different ideas about how to approach a game. Everyone has their own playstyles, character preferences, and pacing. Grim Dawn, an ARPG by Crate Entertainment, strives to satisfy as many diverse player types as …
Devilian Game Review (PC)
Devil’s in the Details
Good MMOs should take you on a journey, exploring diverse lands and characters as you run through an expansive virtual world filled with fun things to do. In Devilian you’ll definitely find yourself running — a lot …
Arslan Senki Season 1 Anime Review
From Kid to King
Arslan Senki (The Heroic Legend of Arslan) has a long history, reaching back to 1986 with the original fantasy novel by Yoshiki Tanaka. Recently in 2013, it received a new manga adaptation with Hiromu Arakawa, of …
Our 5 Favorite Anime of 2015: Staff Picks
Looking back at 2015, there were a ton of great anime across all different genres. That’s evident more than ever here, with our staff picks for favorite anime of 2015 covering a wide range; from shounen cooking battles to space operas …
Rokka no Yuusha Anime Review
Trust No One
A legend says that whenever the Demon God arises, the Goddess of Fate will summon six heroes and grant them the power to save the world. These six heroes are called the Rokka no Yuusha, or Braves of …
Kekkai Sensen Anime Review
Bloody Good Time
Three years ago, a mysterious dimensional gate opened in New York City, and aliens from the Beyond came through. The city was reconfigured into a different form, and also sealed within a barrier of fog and magic to …
Overlord Anime Review
Restrained Ruler
Momonga was just a regular guy who plays the D-MMORPG (Dive-MMO, a VR game) Yggdrasil, until after 12 years the servers are quietly shut down. But, with a deep love for the game, he stays logged in until …
Final Fantasy Type-0 HD Game Review (PC)
Rise and Fall
Final Fantasy Type-0 HD is an enhanced remake of the 2011 PSP game, with improved visuals and gameplay tweaks. Even as a spin-off of the main Final Fantasy series, it tries its best to be just as …