How do you survive the brutal carmageddon that is Twisted Metal? Destroy every opponent by any means necessary. Careen through deathtrap-infested stadiums, quiet suburbs, and other locales mowing down anyone who dares stand in your way.
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Review: Scarygirl
On February 6, 2012
In Review, Xbox 360, Xbox Live Arcade
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Scarygirl’s titular heroine isn’t the least bit terrifying. Her game, however, is set against an unsettling backdrop, unnerving soundtrack, and laced with bizarre, twisted imagery. It’s also a creepy treat with a fresh take on the familiar, sprinkled with mainstay platforming mechanics that allow players to jump in nearly instantaneously and feel right at home, despite the unwelcoming nature of Scarygirl’s universe. Nathan Jurevicius’s horrific creation might tickle your fancy for the quirky platformer yet.
Review: Amy
On February 2, 2012
In PlayStation 3, PlayStation Network, Review
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When I reviewed JU-ON, a lackluster horror outing for the Wii, I wanted to repeatedly bash my Wii remote against the wall until either my hand or the controller busted open. The survival horror genre is rather hit and miss, but I can put up with a lot in order to get to the good stuff, and have. The curious case of Amy is an interesting one. It’s nowhere near as disjointed and frustrating as the former, but its jarring brand of survival horror is a return to the early PlayStation brand of “turn-the-character-and-turn-the-camera,” which is no doubt a strange antiquity to gamers of today expecting a Resident Evil 5-styled shootout. With that said, it’s missing a certain level of polish and finesse that’s expected of any modern release, and the lack of said polish can hinder players when trying to progress through the game’s six chapters.
Review: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
On December 19, 2011
In Review, Xbox 360
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I’m an axe-wielding Imperial Dragonborn named Rose. I travel the countryside and protect those in need…when I’m not stealing the food off of their table. My Shouts are lethal. My Thu’um is impressive…or so I’ve been told. I’m wanted in several locations for thievery, but my status as a Thane keeps me in good standing with the public. But when I go to bed, I’m a 22-year-old video game writer who’s unfortunately stuck in the real world without any special powers of note. Well, I can sense when a TV is on without looking. Does that count?
Review: Fishing Resort
The Wii’s life cycle is drawing to a close, but before we move onto its successor, we first need to take the last few journeys with its last few flourishes: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is a big one, and there are some other incredible choices to pack in before you think about packing your Wii away for the upcoming Wii U. I’ve got another game you can add to your list: one of Yuji Naka’s creations at that. No, it’s not a Sonic game, and you might actually be surprised at its subject matter. It’s a fishing game. Yes, one of the late and great additions to the Wii library isn’t from an established franchise or a great platformer. It’s called Fishing Resort, and at first glance seems much more like shovelware you wouldn’t give a second look.