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All Posts Tagged With "RPG"

Trails in the Sky SC Game Review (PC)

GOOD!
From characters, to dialogue, to locations, this sequel greatly expands on the first game.
By Andrew | Apr 15, 2016 | Gaming

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 …

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Steven Universe: Attack the Light! Game Review (iPhone)

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Both Steven Universe and RPG fans will find lots to love in this bite-sized adventure.
By Andrew | Apr 11, 2016 | Gaming

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 …

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How Undertale Makes Reference to 8 Iconic Games

Get to know some of Undertale's many (many) references to several iconic video games.
By Andrew | Mar 16, 2016 | Gaming

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 …

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Why Undertale’s Soundtrack Is so Good

A few examples of the amazing interconnections within Undertale's music.
By Andrew | Mar 15, 2016 | Gaming

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 …

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Grim Dawn Game Review (PC)

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An ARPG that really values player choice and provides plenty of ways to satisfy it.
By Andrew | Feb 18, 2016 | Gaming

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 …

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Devilian Game Review (PC)

MEH..
A hybrid MMO with ARPG combat that doesn't do either genre justice.
By Andrew | Jan 30, 2016 | Gaming

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 …

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Final Fantasy Type-0 HD Game Review (PC)

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A fantastic battle system helps to carry its other ambitious yet flawed design choices.
By Andrew | Oct 6, 2015 | Gaming

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 …

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Path of Exile: The Awakening Game Review (PC)

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A top-tier ARPG with endless customization, interesting environments, and lots of great loot.
By Guest Writer | Sep 15, 2015 | Gaming

This post is by guest writer Erin Burke.

Power Corrupts

Diablo introduced the gaming world to the idea of the action role-playing game (ARPG), where the strongest warriors fight against evil with fantastic skills, and inventories become a type of …

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Crypt of the Necrodancer Game Review (PC)

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A rhythm-based roguelike RPG with an addicting soundtrack and pulse-pounding difficulty.
By Andrew | Sep 3, 2015 | Gaming

Dance ‘Til You Drop

Imagine you’re playing a turn-based RPG, character geared and ready to take on whatever bursts out of the next dungeon room. You confidently take one step in with your trusty weapon at your side when suddenly …

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Victor Vran Game Review (PC)

MEH..
A Diablo-like action RPG that has fun gameplay twists, but fizzles out from lack of variety.
By Andrew | Aug 13, 2015 | Gaming

(New) Tricks of the Trade

Since Diablo was first released way back in 1996, the dungeon crawling action RPG hasn’t had big innovations in gameplay. Most games in this category have the same standard list of features: an isometric top-down …

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Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Game Review (PC)

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An immersive action-RPG that lets you create your own stories with a unique rivalry system.
By Andrew | Jun 9, 2015 | Gaming

Your Own Worst Enemy

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor by Monolith Productions is a shining example of how to properly make a story-driven game. Not that the main plot itself is particularly well-written — it’s actually a fairly typical tale of …

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Pier Solar and the Great Architects Game Review (PC)

MEH..
This homage to 16-bit JRPGs is a hit or miss throwback to an iconic era of gaming.
By Andrew | Mar 28, 2015 | Gaming

A Blurry Window To The Past

Pier Solar and the Great Architects came to be when an indie studio called WaterMelon wanted to create a brand new RPG for the Sega Genesis – in the year 2010. After releasing a limited quantity of …

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