Tales of Xillia was the first “Tales of” game that I ever imported. It’s hard to believe that it has been 14 years since then, and diving back into Reize Maxia and revisiting the beloved cast with Tales of Xillia…
Octopath Traveler 0 Preview – Familiar and different at the same time
I have been on Team Octopath since the first title was revealed back in 2017 and am an avid HD-2D supporter. When it was announced that the mobile Octopath, Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent, was getting a console version…
The Crooked Moon is the biggest 5e Kickstarter for a reason – Impressions
As someone who fills the DM role in my main D&D group, I am always looking for new inspiration for our game. Whether it’s new characters, potential side-plots, or dastardly new enemies, I am always keeping my eyes open for…
Dragon Quest I&II HD-2D Remake Review
I have a special connection with the original Dragon Warrior — my earliest memory is of the classic NES RPG. It was my older brother’s game, having gotten the copy thanks to the Nintendo Power promotion where you got it…
I was wrong about Universes Beyond – Avatar: The Last Airbender
The final Magic set of 2025 is quickly approaching, and players will soon be able to add Avatar Aang, Zuko, and Badgermoles to their decks with Universes Beyond: Avatar – The Last Airbender. At this point, many long-time Magic players,…
Betrayal at the Neibolt House – The Evil of Pennywise expansion Review
Sometimes, things happen that baffle me by the fact that they hadn’t occurred sooner, like the fact that it took nearly 30 years before Magic: The Gathering got a card called “Murder”. Or, as far as this review is concerned,…
Battlefield 6 takes me back to college game nights with my friends – A Review-in-progress
My first theater of war with the Battlefield series was 2004’s Battlefield Vietnam, and since then, I have dabbled in the series, enjoying the chaotic, massive skirmishes that only DICE’s series can offer. Having experimented with different gameplay changes—including free-to-play,…
Marvel’s Spider-Man Daily Bugle Breaking News Secret Lair Drop is my new favorite aesthetic from a drop to date
With Secret Lair releases, we have seen classic Magic cards done up with artwork by famous artists, made to resemble retro arcade cabinets, and even SpongeBob SquarePants memes. While some have landed better than others for me, the upcoming Spider-Man…
How Bending Works in the Upcoming Avatar: The Last Airbender Universes Beyond Magic Set
Despite the upcoming Spider-Man set still being weeks out from release, Wizards of the Coast has begun to reveal and pull back the curtain on cards featured in their Universes Beyond Avatar: The Last Airbender set, releasing in November. In…
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers offers great options to build out your character but is hindered by drastic difficulty spikes – Review
There is no shortage of Souls-like titles on the market these days to get your fix of tough boss fights and skill-reliant gameplay, so new offerings need some special sauce to help set them apart. This time, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers…
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree Looks To Shake Up The Hades Formula
With gorgeous artwork and a tale rooted in Eastern mysticism, Bandai Namco aims to break into the roguelite genre with their upcoming Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, developed by Brownies Inc. During Game Days at Summer Games…
Spine Mixes Batman Arkham Combat With Cyberpunk and John Wick
One of my favorite things to do at gaming shows is to simply meander around and see what surprises and discoveries I stumble on. During Summer Games Fest’s Game Days, I had a little time between appointments and got to…