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Building a Character – Assassin’s Creed Shadows

A few weeks ago, our own Kevin Austin took a run through Japan in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and thoroughly enjoyed his time with the game. Ubisoft Canada was nice enough to share an additional code on the PlayStation 5 for myself to play the game, and I was instantly blown away by the character building the team did early on in the experience. Assassin’s Creed Shadows starts pretty slow, and doesn’t really unleash you on the massive world for well…

 
News 1 day ago

Smart New Disney Lorcana Packing – New Box, Old Cards

Getting a mystery box at an event is one of the most fun things you can do. Generally, though, it’s a well known fact that mystery boxes are just full of things that a company wasn’t able to sell through regular channels, so they create some mystery around what you might get and entice you to make a purchase. That is essentially what Ravensburger is doing here with their latest Lilo and Stitch inspired ox, but there are a few…

 
News 2 days ago

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Hands On

Today I had the opportunity to attend the Nintendo Switch 2 experience in Toronto. This event gave us the chance to see the Nintendo Switch 2 in person for over 2 hours. With a larger 7.9 inch 1080p HDR LCD screen supporting up to 120 fps and 4K ability when docked what’s not to get excited about? Nintendo Switch 2 has 256GB of internal storage, Wi-Fi 6, dual C ports, and Bluetooth headphone support.

 
Articles 3 days ago

The Unfortunate Reality of Tech Heavy Theme Parks

We have been writing about our trip to Walt Disney World in March 2025, and all things considered, we absolutely loved our times in the various parks and at our resort. Thanks to the wonderful folks at Walt Disney Canada, we were setup with lightning lane passes for our various park days so we could enjoy the rides that are the most technologically advanced in all of Orlando. You can read about the tech marvels of Walt Disney World here…

 
Articles 3 days ago

Disney Dreamlight Valley Wonderland Update Impressions

On Wednesday, Disney Dreamlight Valley released its newest free update, Wonderland! I checked out the update and here are my impressions. Warning: there are some spoilers! I love Disney Dreamlight Valley and look forward to each and every update. The Wonderland update especially had me hyped since I’m a huge fan of the original animated movie and the live-action Disney ones too. The new realm seemed perfect for this game! And now I’ve played it and have some impressions of…

 
News 3 days ago

Playmobil Country 71443 – Vegetable Garden with Grandparents

There are a number of Playmobil sets that I classify as “addons” as opposed to complete sets on their own. These sets provide a number of great pieces that would make great accessories to larger sets you might already own. The Vegetable Garden with Grandparents set is the perfect example of this. My kids have a ton of Country themed Playmobil sets, and they love the mall. We have a number of tractors, a barn, and more that my kids…

 
Articles 4 days ago

Santorini Second Edition Board Game Review

Roxley released a brand new expansion for Santorini that we will hopefully be reviewing soon, but with that printing they decided to reprint the original game in a Second Edition and Pantheon Edition. Roxley was nice enough to send us a Second Edition printing of the game, so let’s take a peak at what the Second Edition brings, and whether Santorini is still worth purchasing / upgrading in 2025! In Santorini, players will be moving around with workers, building structure,…

 
 
 

Latest Game Reviews


9.5 South of Midnight

 

South of Midnight is a brand new action/adventure platformer for the Xbox Series. Its now available on Game Pass. Is it worth checking out? Here’s our review! In South of Midnight, Hazel Flood is on a mission to find someone missing and ends finding out that she has a greater destiny as a Weaver, someone who can use incredible powers to help the living and the dead. She also finds herself in the world of ...

 

7.0 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mut...

 

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed on Steam offers a new adventure for fans of the heroes in a half-shell, taking place after the events of the Mutant Mayhem movie. Developed by Aheartfulofgames and published by Outright Games, this platformer blends beat-'em-up action with light RPG elements and a narrative that aims to capture the spirit of the recent film of which I enjoyed.

 

7 Tales of Autumn

 

Tales of Autumn is a farming sim that arrived on the Nintendo Switch recently. Is it any good? Here’s our review! Tales of Autumn starts with the main character coming into town to take over the local farm. From there, they’ll interact with people in the town and get to know them through dialogue and special events. Tales of Autumn’s story works a lot other farm sims, with characters coming to you to start ...

 

9 Assassin’s Creed: Shadows

 

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is a daring and richly immersive addition to Ubisoft’s fan favorite series. Here, the action takes place in the rich and treacherous landscape of Feudal Japan, with the players afforded the uncommon luxury of seeing this world through the eyes of not one, but two engaging protagonists: Naoe, a clever and talented kunoichi, and Yasuke, a noble yet troubled samurai. Shadows ...

 

7 Care Bears: Unlock The Magic

 

Care Bears: Unlock the Magic is a wonderful arcade adventure game that brings the popular Care Bears franchise to life as a game. It was developed by Xaloc Studios and published by Maximum Entertainment. Care Bears: Unlock the Magic is released on platforms such as Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5, providing a magical experience for all ages. There are two main modes provided by the game: Adventure Mode and Free ...

 

9.0 Wanderstop

 

When Alta happens upon a mysterious tea shop, it may be the thing that saves her. Wanderstop is a unique new game for the Xbox Series and we checked it out. How good is this game? Here’s our review! In Wanderstop, a warrior named Alta ends up at a mysterious tea shop. Alta is dealing with a problem and working at the tea shop may be the only solution to her problem. If it sounds like I’m being a bit…

 
 

7.0 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mut...

 

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed on Steam offers a new adventure for fans of the heroes in a half-shell, taking place after the events of the Mutant Mayhem movie. Developed by Aheartfulofgames and published by Outright Games, this platformer blends beat-'em-up action with light RPG elements and a narrative that aims to capture the spirit of the recent film of which I enjoyed.

 

9 Assassin’s Creed: Shadows

 

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is a daring and richly immersive addition to Ubisoft’s fan favorite series. Here, the action takes place in the rich and treacherous landscape of Feudal Japan, with the players afforded the uncommon luxury of seeing this world through the eyes of not one, but two engaging protagonists: Naoe, a clever and talented kunoichi, and Yasuke, a noble yet troubled samurai. Shadows ...

 

7.5 Your House

 

Your House is an interactive, text-based mystery game that couples dynamic puzzles with vivid storytelling and delivers a video game experience pushing the limits of books and videogames alike. Your House by Patrones & Escondites, creators of critically acclaimed title Unmemory, is a 1990s-set prequel adventure. The game traces the story of Debbie, a troublesome teen, as she unravels the mysteries of an ...

 

7.5 Captured

 

Capture is a psychological horror game that immerses players in a dizzying and creepy experience. Here’s an in-depth review based on its gameplay and features: The Captured game is all about attention to detail and finding anomalies. The players are trapped in a never-ending corridor in their own home, where minor variations in the environment—such as objects vanishing, water leakage, or distortion of the ...

 

9 WWE 2K25

 

WWE 2K25 has the largest roster of any game in the series with more than 300 playable superstars. It features current WWE Superstars from Raw, SmackDown, and NXT, along with Legends, Hall of Famers, and even some surprise new recruits. This enormous roster is a giant show of dedication to the sport of wrestling that pleases fans of every age. The blending of eras guarantees that everyone will find something to ...

 

7.0 Merchants of Rosewall

 

Merchants of Rosewall presents itself as a cute, pixel-drawn trading and management simulation, a blend of economic strategy and personality-based storytelling. And for a substantial portion of what it is, it succeeds in doing so. But even so, in the end, it doesn’t quite live up to its potential, leaving a lingering sense of disappointment unsatisfied. The appearance of the game is certainly pleasing. The ...

 
 

9.0 Demon’s Souls

 

You may have heard that Demon’s Souls is pretty tough. That’s not entirely accurate. The truth is that Demon’s Souls is very, very simple. Everything about it is signposted. It wants you to exploit every inch of it. Enemies show what they’re doing from a million miles away. There’s always somewhere to hide, or to run to. And now, with the arrival of the remake on PS5, you have over ...

 

8.0 Walking Dead Season 2

 

Last year, Telltale elevated point and click games to a new level with their first season of the award-winning The Walking Dead. Creating a follow-up to that fantastic set of titles was a difficult task for Telltale, and they mostly succeeded. While there are moments of brilliance, season two doesn’t reach the level of excellence that season one was able to achieve.

 

6.5 NASCAR ’14

 

Racing games can generally be played in a variety of ways. While those that love Gran Turismo the most might play it as a simulator, it's just as easy to experience it as some approximation of Mario Kart, crashing into other vehicles on long bends or swinging onto the grass when necessary. NASCAR '14 is all about tight lines and clever driving, a fact that makes it both very playable and undoubtedly niche.

 

9.0 Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster

 

Cybernet was a video game focussed TV show here in the UK back when the PS2 launched. When they weren't showing and reshowing the opening of Metal Gear Solid 2, they were showing and reshowing clips from Final Fantasy X. Look at the graphics! Look at the characters! And, oh, they've got voices as well!

 

6.5 Pac-Man Museum

 

Video gaming's first yellow circular celebrity has turned 30 this year, and instead of getting trashed with friends Inky, Blinky, Pinky and Clyde, he's taking a trip down memory lane, through the highlights (and low-lights) of his prestigious career.

 

6.5 Killer is Dead

 

Killer is Dead is a hard game to pin down. You play as an executioner for a government agency that hunts out murderers for the general public. It plays a little like something from Platinum, a third-person action game with an anime flair. That flair runs deeper than just the visual style though, and a unique fantastical twist makes it all the more unusual. Expect blood, whimsy, sex, adventure and intrigue.

 
 

7 Care Bears: Unlock The Magic

 

Care Bears: Unlock the Magic is a wonderful arcade adventure game that brings the popular Care Bears franchise to life as a game. It was developed by Xaloc Studios and published by Maximum Entertainment. Care Bears: Unlock the Magic is released on platforms such as Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5, providing a magical experience for all ages. There are two main modes provided by the game: Adventure Mode and Free ...

 

8.5 Sonic X Shadow Generations

 

When I was told that Sonic Generations was the weakest part of this package, I let out an audible sigh. SEGA remasters are always met with these kinds of comments. I still feel the reactions to the Shenmue set. And yet the truth is Sonic X Shadow Generations really does prove that the best of the Blue Blue is ahead of him… and it took a game starring Shadow to prove it. Sonic Frontiers was brilliant, ...

 

8.5 Lego Horizon Adventures

 

LEGO Horizon Adventures is a delightful fusion of the iconic LEGO aesthetic and the captivating world of Horizon Zero Dawn. This action-adventure game offers a unique and charming experience, perfect for both longtime Horizon fans and newcomers alike. A World Reimagined in Bricks The game’s most striking feature is undoubtedly its visual style. The lush landscapes and towering machines of the Horizon ...

 

8.5 Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Campaign...

 

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 transports players back to the tumultuous 1990s, a decade marked by political upheaval and technological advancement. The campaign, while nostalgic, delivers a mixed bag of experiences, alternating between exhilarating action sequences and somewhat tedious stealth sections. A Blend of Thrills and Tedium The campaign’s mission design offers a diverse range of gameplay experiences. ...

 

9.5 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies...

 

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies marks a triumphant return to the classic, round-based formula that has captivated fans for years. Treyarch has masterfully crafted a thrilling and chaotic experience, packed with innovative mechanics, engaging maps, and a wealth of secrets to uncover. A New Era of Zombie Slaying The introduction of “Omniscient Movement” revolutionizes the way players interact with ...

 

6.0 Harry Potter Quidditch Champions:...

 

I have loved Harry Potter for as long as I can remember. I love books. I love movies. I love games. As a sports guy, I always enjoyed the idea of Quidditch, even if the sport itself seemed completely absurd. The thing is, to read about Quidditch and to play a game of Quidditch feels like two different things. I was willing to give this game a try, and thanks to Warner Bros. we got that opportunity over the ...

 
 

5.0 Sudocats

 

Do you like cats? Do you like Sudoku? Well, then, you may or may not be interested in Sudocats! Check out our review for Sudocats, a unique take on Sudoku, for the Xbox Series S. Sudocats is a puzzle game thats based on Sudoku but instead of numbers, the puzzles use cats. You will have to find the right order to place the cats. Certain cats can’t be next to each other and you can’t have the same cat ...

 

7.5 Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel

 

The biggest change to the Borderlands formula in Pre-Sequel - aside from the game's setting, which affects gameplay and aesthetics in a number of ways - are the game's character classes, all based on characters previously seen in the series. These new classes will still serve familiar roles on the battlefield

 

7.5 Trials Fusion

 

Trials Fusion is the newest title in the physics-defying bike series. In this game, you have to earn medals across a variety of tracks. You earn the medals through completing these stages in a certain time, and beneath a certain crashes. If you're worried about crashing, there are a lot of checkpoints throughout, which you'll soon find are very much needed. The game gets quite difficult at the end, and earning ...

 

6.5 Plants vs Zombies Garden Warfare

 

PopCap did a lot of things right when they developed Plants vs Zombies for every platform imaginable - Mac, PC, Xbox, Playstation, DS, iOS, and Android - and the success of that game has led to multiple sequels. Plants vs Zombies 2's free to play model scared some since it was a departure from the original set-price model, however, PopCap again delivered a solid product, and one that did not require any ...

 

8.5 Persona 4 Arena

 

Persona 4 Arena, developed by Arc System Works and published by Atlus, takes the stars of the critically acclaimed JRPG Persona 4, and places them in a 2D style fighting game, where they are forced to do battle with one another in order to progress, and must discover why their close friend Teddy is hosting the fighting tournament, P-1 Grand Prix.

 

6.5 Call of Duty Ghost

 

Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, Ghosts is the latest instalment in the popular Call Of Duty franchise.Best known for it's highly addictive online multiplayer, Call Of Duty: Ghosts also offers a campaign mode that sends players on an action packed, globe trotting adventure.

 
 

9.0 Backyard Baseball ‘97 Overview

 

With Baseball starting this week it only makes sense to launch a classic game with the fan favourite Pablo Sanchez. I am hitting the bases in the Android version. This is the first ever release on mobile platforms. Playground Productions and Mega Cat came together to make this possible. 

 

Nintendo Announces “Nintend...

 

Nintendo announced and released a new app for Smart Devices. The app is called Nintendo Music. We have the details below. Nintendo Music was announced and released for Smart Devices today. The app is for Nintendo Switch Online users only and features music from Anima Crossing, Splatoon, Mario, Donkey Kong, and more! As I write this article, I’m listening to Rockin’ K.K from Animal Crossing New ...

 

OnePlus Unveils the OnePlus Buds ...

 

OnePlus, a leading global technology brand, today announced the launch of its most advanced true wireless earbuds to date, the OnePlus Buds Pro 3. Building upon the success of the critically acclaimed Buds Pro 2, the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 offer a superior listening experience with class-leading noise cancellation, spatial audio, and stunning sound powered by Dynaudio, the renowned Danish loudspeaker ...

 

One+ 12R Genshin Impact

 

When it comes to phone reviews and GamesReviews, you know we focus on these devices as things for the common person, those wanting to play games, listen to some music, and watch some videos. We look at these not from a technical standpoint, but rather a useability stand point. It’s why, I believe, our phone reviews over the past few years have been so successful. This phone is definitely not for the common ...

 

Pokémon Presents | 08.03.2022 (V...

 

A new Pokémon Presents aired today on youtube. Check it out below and then come back here for our thoughts on it. The new Pokémon Presents today gave updates on the mobile apps and most importantly…Scarlet/Violet! The footage for Pokémon Scarlet/Violet looked amazing. The multiplayer especially impressed. You can team up with friends and go around catching Pokémon and riding your Pokémon-like motorcycles. ...

 

Insanely Affordable Video Marketi...

 

There is no doubt that people get more encouraged with fast visual results. And that is the reason they prefer videos instead of other visual content. What people wish to see the most is an engaging video. It can fascinate viewers longer and intensely. For instance, you can design a personalized compact video for your followers and share it with them. What’s important is to know that there’s always ...

 
 

9.0 RPGolf Legends

 

Do you like Golf? Do you wish there was a game that has a golf story with some Fantasy world RPG elements in it? If you answer yes to this then RPGolf Legends is your answer.

 

8.5 Xenoblade Chronicles X

 

With the upcoming launch of Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch, we thought we would re-share some of our old Xenoblade Chronicles reviews, starting with Xenoblade Chronicles X on the Nintendo Wii U! If you haven't played this game, and have access to a Wii U, it's a fantastic experience!

 

6.5 Revenant Saga

 

Revenant Saga is rpg developer KEMCO's newest game for the Wii U. I played this game and now I can tell you all about it! Is Revenant Saga a good rpg?

 

6.5 Animal Gods

 

Wii U indie games are starting to become a rare thing. Whenever a new Wii U game comes out, I find myself smiling and hoping that its a good game. Anmal Gods for Wii U came out last week. I have been playing it for review and I'm finally ready to share with what I thought of the game.

 

8.5 Back to Bed

 

One of the best things about Indies is that they are not afraid of being weird. Indies generally take more chances than third party developers and create games that are unique and interesting. Not all of these unique and interesting games are good, but I love how Indies are willing to experiment. Take, for instance, Back to Bed for Wii U. You would not see a third party, maybe not even a first party developer, ...

 

8.0 Plantera

 

If Harvest Moon and a cute 2D tower defense game had a love child, it might look like Plantera for the Wii U and 3DS eshops. Build a garden, add animals, and defend that garden like crazy from outside threats! Plantera sounds like it might be a good game for simulation and tower defense fans…but is it? The Wii U and 3DS versions of Plantera have some differences but the basic gameplay is the same between ...

 
 

4.0 Z-Run

 

To many people, the Playstation Vita is a system known best for only its Indies and its ports. When I saw the trailer for Vita Indie game Z-Run, I was shocked to find out it wasn't a port from a mobile game. With its poor visuals, simple Temple Run style gameplay and lack of depth, I was sure that Z-Run was a zombie re-skin of some dime-a-dozen endless runner, build for mobile technology and quickly ported to ...

 

8.5 Danganronpa Trigger Happy Havoc

 

Danganronpa Trigger Happy Havoc is a zany experience filled with boundless creativity. Developed by Spike Chunsoft (the studio responsible for similar games in the Zero Escape series), and originally released for the PSP all the way back in 2010, Danganronpa has spawned an anime and manga over in Japan before its port to the Vita this year; and it’s easy to see why.

 

8.0 Surge Deluxe

 

The match 3 puzzle genre has been lacking innovation as of late. Thankfully, Futurlab has an extraordinary habit of changing up the ‘norm’ and Surge Deluxe is certainly no exception!!

 

9.0 Tearaway

 

Tearaway is, simply put, a creative gem. It’s a game solely created to showcase the power of Vita’s hardware, and just how pleasant of an experience a videogame can be.

 

8.0 Street Fighter X Tekken

 

Street Fighter X Tekken was kind of a big deal when it was first announced, and perhaps even helped the Mortal Kombat remake to herald in a new wave of fighting titles. Along with its companion title, the long presumed dead Tekken X Street Fighter, Street Fighter X Tekken was going to combine two of the biggest names in fighting, dozens of the most recognisable characters, all within a blended style that meant ...

 

9.5 Persona 4 Golden

 

Atlus has always been known to deliver niche JRPG experiences; games that don’t sell well but are critical darlings. They have plenty of exceptional titles under their belt such as Catherine and Shin Megami Tensei IV, but Persona 4 is quite possibly their finest work yet. The fourth entry in the Persona series originally made its debut on the PS2 back in 2008. The game was met with immense critical reception, so ...

 
 

7.0 Cycle Chaser H-5

 

2D sidescrolling shooters is a classic genre that’s been around forever. Cycle Chaser H-5 is the newest game for Nintendo Switch that dives into that genre. Is it as fun game? Here’s our review of Cycle Chaser H-5! 400 years ago, Aliens, lead by a brainwashed soldier, invaded the Earth and occupied it. Now a pilot has decided to save the soldier and defeat the aliens. This is the story of Cycle Chaser H-5, a 2D ...

 

9.0 Yo-Kai Watch 3

 

Although the Yo-Kai Watch franchise is gaining some traction in the West - more so in Europe and less so in the United States and Canada - there are still many gamers and anime fans out there who know little, if anything, about the franchise itself. To them, the name Jibanyan and Whisper mean nothing, and if you mention the town of Springdale, most people are likely to ask, "Do you mean Springfield, like in the ...

 

9.0 Mario and Luigi: Bowser’s I...

 

In my preview for Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser's Jr's Journey I mentioned that I had never played Bowser's Inside Story before. So when it came time to do my review, I decided to not compare the game to the original. In fact, I decided to not compare the game to previous Mario & Luigi games at all. Basically I wanted to ask: Is Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr's Journey a good game(s)?

 

8.0 WarioWare Gold

 

I’ve been playing video games for a few decades now, and I’m ashamed to admit that I’ve never played a WarioWare game in my life. When the game launched a few weeks ago, I began watching video of our good friend Abdallah Smash, and instantly thought, “That looks like a lot of fun.” Well, now I have played it; what did I think? Let’s dive in!

 

9.5 Dragon Lapis

 

I’ve been enjoying Dragon Lapis for the 3DS a lot. Check out my preview of the game here. And now its time for my review of Dragon Lapis. Is this a 3DS rpg that you’ll want to download? I like how Dragon Lapis starts with a cutscene that gives us background into its world. As the game continues, we get a lot more world building and interesting plot twists. All of the characters in this game are ...

 

8.0 Detective Pikachu

 

Even if you are not a long time fan of the Pokémon franchise, there is one thing you probably do know: Pokémon don’t talk to humans and humans don’t talk to Pokémon. Sure, based on emotions of a Pokémon - or even their actions - a good trainer can determine what a Pokémon is thinking or feeling; but to actually talk to one? That is basically unheard of. So when we learned about the popular Japanese Detective ...

 
 

9.5 South of Midnight

 

South of Midnight is a brand new action/adventure platformer for the Xbox Series. Its now available on Game Pass. Is it worth checking out? Here’s our review! In South of Midnight, Hazel Flood is on a mission to find someone missing and ends finding out that she has a greater destiny as a Weaver, someone who can use incredible powers to help the living and the dead. She also finds herself in the world of ...

 

9.0 Wanderstop

 

When Alta happens upon a mysterious tea shop, it may be the thing that saves her. Wanderstop is a unique new game for the Xbox Series and we checked it out. How good is this game? Here’s our review! In Wanderstop, a warrior named Alta ends up at a mysterious tea shop. Alta is dealing with a problem and working at the tea shop may be the only solution to her problem. If it sounds like I’m being a bit…

 

8 Tap Wizard 2

 

Tap Wizard 2, a new idle game with action RPG and shooter elements, will be released on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles on January 7. The title features an elaborate spell and skill system, as well as pixel art graphics in a retro fantasy style. Tap Wizard 2 will also hit Nintendo Switch in 2025. Tap Wizard 2 is a game developed by TopCog, an independent American studio. Ultimate Games S.A. is the ...

 

10 Indiana Jones and the Great Circl...

 

Are you ready for adventure Mr. Jones? Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is one of the biggest games on the year and its exclusive to Xbox for now. Is this a trip worth taking? Will you choose wisely? Here’s our review of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for Xbox Series. In Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, the famous archaeologist Indiana (Indy) goes off on a quest to find his cat mummy and soon discovers ...

 

8.5 Sonic X Shadow Generations

 

When I was told that Sonic Generations was the weakest part of this package, I let out an audible sigh. SEGA remasters are always met with these kinds of comments. I still feel the reactions to the Shenmue set. And yet the truth is Sonic X Shadow Generations really does prove that the best of the Blue Blue is ahead of him… and it took a game starring Shadow to prove it. Sonic Frontiers was brilliant, ...

 

8.5 Metal Slug Tactics

 

Metal Slug as always been a 2D side scrolling shooter…until now! Metal Slug Tactics is a reinvention of the classic franchise into a strategy game. Is this a good reinvention or should it have stayed a 2D shooter? Here’s our review! Metal Slug Tactics is a strategy game set in a worn-torn world. The story is briefly introduced in words and then the players finds themselves in a tutorial for the battles. There is ...

 
 

7 Tales of Autumn

 

Tales of Autumn is a farming sim that arrived on the Nintendo Switch recently. Is it any good? Here’s our review! Tales of Autumn starts with the main character coming into town to take over the local farm. From there, they’ll interact with people in the town and get to know them through dialogue and special events. Tales of Autumn’s story works a lot other farm sims, with characters coming to you to start ...

 

7 Care Bears: Unlock The Magic

 

Care Bears: Unlock the Magic is a wonderful arcade adventure game that brings the popular Care Bears franchise to life as a game. It was developed by Xaloc Studios and published by Maximum Entertainment. Care Bears: Unlock the Magic is released on platforms such as Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5, providing a magical experience for all ages. There are two main modes provided by the game: Adventure Mode and Free ...

 

9.5 MLB The Show 25

 

MLB The Show 25 does live up to its name as the most realistic and immersive baseball gaming franchise. Developed by Sony San Diego, this latest installment features a number of new features alongside an improvement of its fundamentals, providing old fans with a similar but new flavor. The play remains as good as it can get with adjustments that make it rich in depth and authenticity. Amongst its new features ...

 

10 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitiv...

 

Xenoblade Chronicles X was previously on the Wii U and since that system didn’t sell as well as Nintendo would have wanted, software didn’t either. There are so many great games that so many Nintendo fans haven’t experienced! It’s nice to see, then, that this week the Definitive Edition of the game releases for the Nintendo Switch. Thanks to our friends at Nintendo of Canada, we checked it out over the past ...

 

8.0 Warriors: Abyss

 

Combining the classic Warriors gameplay with the roguelike levels of hits like Hades, Warriors: Abyss is one of those “huh” moments that make so much sense on paper. Is it something anybody has ever asked for? Not that I’ve seen. But it’s impossible not to see the potential when it’s pitched right in front of you. Perhaps that’s why it’s a classic shadow drop game. The ...

 

9.5 Hello Kitty Island Adventure

 

Hello Kitty Island Adventure is a simulation/adventure game that recently arrived on the Nintendo Switch. Is this something that fans of Animal Crossing New Horizons will enjoy? Is it a good game? Here’s our review of Hello Kitty Island Adventure for the Nintendo Switch. At the start of Hello Kitty Island Adventure, you’ll find yourself on an airplane headed for an island. When the plane starts acting up, you’ll ...

 
 
 

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Heat is one of the more popular racing games currently available at retail and for good reason – the game is great fun and really simple to play. There is some strategy in how your deck gets built out and when you risk those stress cards, but overall the game is pretty accessible to a wide variety of ages and folks with varying degrees of board game knowledge. We missed out on the Heat: Heavy Rain expansion which added a…

 
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South of Midnight and the Power of Sound

Critics get very excited about visuals, and sometimes even story. It rare we talk about one of the most impactful areas of design: the power of sound. South of Midnight proves why it’s so important. South of Midnight is a fantastic game. It’s understated, reminding me of a PS3-era game in many ways. That’s good and bad, coming with it a touch of jank that we don’t necessarily expect from a publisher like Microsoft. But, like back in the 2000s,…

 
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The Value of a Video Game – Mario Kart World

As I begin writing this article, I know some will call me a Nintendo fanboy, perhaps a shill, or perhaps even worse. I’ve seen far too many people writing negative discourse around the cost of Mario Kart World, $109.99 according to the most up-to-date pricing from Nintendo. I’m not here to say that the cost of Mario Kart World isn’t worth it for some folks; for those folks I say, “Wait for it to go on sale!” For my family,…

 
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Canada Plays 2025 – Flow, Based on the Oscar Winning Film

It’s not often that Walt Disney Studios – including Pixar Studios – doesn’t win the Oscar for the best animated feature, but that is exactly what happened at the 2025 Academy Awards. Instead, a unique film about animals escaping rising water won the award, and understandably it has spun off a number of new toys and games. One of those games is, understandably, called Flow and will be launching later this year. In Flow, players work cooperatively to draw and…

 
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How Responsible Gaming is Shaping the Casino Gaming Experience

The casino sector has long been connected with excitement, entertainment, and big stakes offering millions of gamers all over exciting experiences. Responsible gaming programs have been very important in changing the casino gaming experience recently.  Responsible gaming not only benefits individual players but also enhances the general integrity and sustainability of the gaming sector by supporting safe practices and providing tools to let players make wise choices. Responsible Gaming’s Core Ideas Encouragement of players to establish personal boundaries, guaranteeing that…

 
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Canada Plays 2025 – Game Night, What we Played

Each night of Canada Plays 2025, a trade show put on by Asmodee Canada that a few media members were invited to, featured an open games night. A ton of already released, and pre-release, games were available for attendees to try out with friends and colleagues. The room was always full of folks having a great time, trying out some of the greatest games coming from Asmodee Canada, their partners, and others in the board game space! Let’s look at…

 
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Top 5 features that make an online casinos site the best slot online site

If you want to play a nice online casino game for spending your spare time as well as win an impressive sum of money, you ought to choose slots online. These games seem entertaining and fun to all players who play them. The joy that players get from playing these games is unmatched. However, like other games you play, you must be hugely careful about the website you choose for playing slots online. Always choose a reliable casino like mega888…

 
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Oblivion: What Makes a Good Remaster?

There’s a lot of excitement around the Oblivion remaster, which should be revealed and released this coming week. Put it in your diaries. A lot of the excitement is coming from the improved visuals. Images have leaked from the developer’s website, and mentions of the game have also been found hidden in the Bethesda website too. We talked about the advantages and disadvantages of the shadowdrop earlier in the week, and I’ve been thinking since about the power of nostalgia…

 
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Canada Plays 2025 – Kids Games from Kitten Games

Over the past few days I had the privilege of attending Canada Plays 2025 in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. The event, while primarily aimed at retailers and distributors, was attended by a few media members as well. Over the two days that I was in attendance, I had the chance to see upcoming games, walk the show floor, play in a tournament, and so much more. Over the next week or two, we will be publishing articles around our time at the…

 
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Mario Kart World Direct 4.17.2025 (Video)

The Mario Kart World Direct aired today, April 17th, 2025. Check it out below and then come back our thoughts on what was shown. The Mario Kart World Direct spent a lot of time recapping information we already knew and then did reveal some modes, like Time Trials and Battle Mode. We saw that the world is pretty huge and there are some missions to find in Free Roam. There was even a surprise during the Game Chat bit where…

 
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Oblivion and the Shadowdrop

The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion will be getting a remaster announced and released next week. It’s not yet official, but a combination of leakers and images found on the developer’s website have all but confirmed it. The response? “This is awesome, but why aren’t they making us wait for it?!” Xbox are no strangers to a shadow drop. Hi-Fi Rush is the biggest example. Ninja Gaiden 2 got a remake this year. Things will quite regularly appear on Game Pass with…