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There’s been a lot of talk lately about where the industry goes from here. It’s is in a bad place. Games that are too big to fail are failing. Releases are becoming fewer, and developers are playing it absolutely safe. And yet the answer is right under our noses: Fortnite. Now, I can’t say that I love this future. But every so often the topic of Fortnite will come up amongst myself and colleagues and although it’s not our cup…

Kena: Bridge of Spirits had previously been out on the Playstation 5 and now its come to the Xbox Series. How is the game? Is it worth checking out? Here is our review of Kena: Bridge of Spirits for Xbox Series. The main character of Bridge of Spirits, Kena, is a spirit guide in search of a mountain shrine. She’ll help spirits along the way to get the shrine. Kena’s story is really good, even though its starting in the…

Microsoft will close the Xbox 360 store at some undisclosed time today, and that really is the end of an era. There’s a lot of positives to say about that store, and we’ll get to them in good time. Gamesreviews is well over ten years old now, and when we started out, the 360 store was the one to beat. It’s hard to get my head around the idea that we’ve outlasted a console store, especially one so popular. For…

Dungeons of Hinterberg was just released for Xbox and Xbox Games Pass Ultimate. We were provided with a review code to check it out! Is this a fun game? Should you check it out on Game Pass? Here is our review of Dungeons of Hinterberg for the Xbox Series S! In Dungeons of Hinterberg, a lawyer named Luisa goes on vacation to a town called Hinterberg. She’s tired of her day-to-day life and wants a change. She wants Adventure. And…

Look up a list of great controllers for PC gaming and Microsoft’s Elite 2 will come up more often than not. And those articles are correct: it’s a great controller. That is, it’s a great controller with one giant caveat. From the moment I cracked it open, I felt I was playing with something special. Heavy, sturdy to the touch, and easily customisable, it felt like a really decent piece of kit. And it was. Until it wasn’t. That is…

Still Wakes the Deep dives headfirst into the chilling depths of the North Atlantic, inviting players to explore a desolate oil rig consumed by an unsettling mystery. Developed by The Chinese Room, the minds behind atmospheric adventures like Dear Esther and Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture, Still Wakes the Deep is a horror experience that relies heavily on environmental storytelling and dread-filled atmosphere. But does this unique title deliver a satisfying plunge, or leave you gasping for more? The game’s…

Project 13 on Xbox One and Series X/S is an unconventional experience that blends psychological horror with walking simulator elements. Here’s a more detailed look at what the game offers: A Descent into Unease: Endless Corridors: The entire game takes place within a single, sterile psychiatric ward corridor. This monotonous setting is broken only by subtle changes in lighting, decoration, or even the occasional ominous message scrawled on the wall. As you progress, a sense of unease builds with each…

Terminal 81 takes you on a haunting journey through the crime-ridden streets of Terminal 81, a fictionalized São Paulo neighborhood in 2008. You step into the shoes of Lorena, a recent arrival struggling to make ends meet amidst a harsh economic climate. As a string of kidnappings throws the community into fear, you’ll find yourself not just trying to survive, but also unraveling the dark secrets lurking beneath the surface. The game’s greatest strength lies in its ability to create…

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 is a long-awaited sequel that plunges players deeper into the tormented psyche of Senua, a Celtic warrior wrestling with psychosis. Set shortly after the first game, Hellblade 2 throws you into a brutal Viking world as Senua seeks vengeance against those who enslave her people. While the game unquestionably builds upon the phenomenal foundation laid by Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, it grapples with balancing its stunning visuals and harrowing narrative with truly engaging gameplay. There’s no denying…

If you’ve ever found yourself inexplicably drawn to straightening crooked pictures or meticulously arranging your bookshelves, then A Little to the Left on Xbox might just be your new favorite game. This quirky and charming puzzle game from Max Inferno is more than just a series of brainteasers; it’s a celebration of order amidst the delightful chaos of everyday life, all wrapped up in a visually stunning and surprisingly heartwarming package. A Little to the Left revolves around a simple…