The Genre Defying Gear Gauntlet hits Xbox One!
Pros:
- Addicting, unique gameplay
- Tight controls make navigating the gauntlet a breeze
- Handdrawn backgrounds are gorgeous
Cons:
- Might be too difficult for some
Graphics
4
Story
N/A
Sound
4
Control
5
Fun Factor
5
Ahoy Matey! a Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse Review
Pros:
- Comical, lively and charismatic
- Beautiful retro-inspired style
- Great arsenal of weapons and gear to use
Cons:
- The character sprites feel out of place on PS4
Graphics
4
Story
4
Sound
5
Control
5
Fun Factor
5
Return to Arcade style in Skyling: Garden Defense!
Pros:
- Addicting gameplay and challenging levels
- There is a lot of replay value for a $4.99 game
- Family friendly with a female protagonist
Cons:
- A couple of levels are overly difficult
- The controls felt loose on occasion
Graphics
4
Story
3
Sound
4
Control
4
Fun Factor
5
Take to the slopes in Shred It!
Pros:
- Beautiful papercraft style reminiscent of the Paper Mario series
- Easy to learn gameplay is suitable for all ages
- The game fills a genre void on consloles admirably
Cons:
- The controls can become unresponsive at the worst times
- Menu navigation is difficult
Graphics
4
Story
N/A
Sound
4
Control
3
Fun Factor
4
Everything isn’t Grimm in this quest! Letter Quest: Grimm’s Journey Remastered Review
Pros:
- A fun and educational game that parents will love for their kids
- Sharp graphics and unique characters provide lots of charm
- Upgrading items and unlocking perks is rewarding
Cons:
- The gameplay can get repetitive in long sittings
- The music can be distracting
- There's not much story in the game
Graphics
4
Story
2
Sound
3
Control
5
Fun Factor
4
Let’s Get Active with Active Soccer 2 DX!
Pros:
- Addicting gameplay
- Easy to pick up and play
- A low cost alternative to FIFA and Pro Evo soccer games
Cons:
- Lacking in presentation
- No online play
- Navigating the menus can be challenging
Graphics
2
Story
N/A
Sound
2
Control
4
Fun Factor
4
Gryphon Knight Epic smashes onto the Xbox One!
Pros:
- The gameplay is fun and can be made easy or challenging
- Retro style graphics are beautiful and the music fits perfectly
- Having a squire with unique abilities adds strategy to every level
Cons:
- I would have preferred a couple more levels
Graphics
5
Story
4
Sound
5
Control
5
Fun Factor
5
I mean seriously. Pikachu Libre instead of Hawlucha. [Pokkén Tournament Review!]
Pros:
- Fun, fastpaced battle system.
- Graphics and Music are of an insanley high quality. Real world elements mesh with the Pokémon world!
- Controls are easy to pick up with the ability to master, the supported Pokken Tournament controller makes this even easier.
- Every Pokémon feels right at home on the roster, outside Pikachu Libre.
Cons:
- Could use a few more fighters with a bit more variety.
- Pikachu Libre instead of Hawlucha.
Graphics
5
Story
3
Sound
4
Control
4
Fun Factor
5
FireWatch: “WE DIDN’T START THE FIRE!”
Pros:
- Amazing atmosphere often ends up looking like a moving piece of art.
- A calming, yet meaningful soundtrack has you often sitting and focusing on the world around you.
- Attention to small details.
- Great banter between characters, with very few "unnatural" moments.
- Turt Reynolds
Cons:
- Framerate suffers on PS4 while running, we had occaisonal crash issues.
- Ending choices can make it feel like you've been led to believe you have options that don't exist.
Graphics
4
Story
4
Sound
5
Control
4
Fun Factor
5
Paper Mario and Mario & Luigi? That’s my jam.
Pros:
- Cute art style that blends the Mario & Luigi and Paper Mario styles well.
- Continuing the series' trend of great music.
- Character interactions are as charming as always and have great moments.
Cons:
- Lack of newly designed characters makes the world feel a bit too familiar.
- Controlling all three brothers can oftentimes be a bit cumbersome.
- The story feels flat and predictable, with few twists.
Graphics
5
Story
4
Sound
5
Control
3
Fun Factor
4
Forget physics in Just Cause 3
Pros:
- explosions
- lots of upgrades available
- fun challenges
- balanced difficulty with game progression
Cons:
- load times
- instant death when vehicle explodes
- indestructible buildings
Graphics
4
Story
2
Sound
4
Control
4
Fun Factor
4
Take over the streets of London in Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate
Pros:
- Grappling hook is a major boon to mobility
- Dual leveling to specialize each character early on
- Expansive variety of side missions
Cons:
- Combat is pretty but feels downgraded
Graphics
5
Story
4
Sound
5
Control
4
Fun Factor
5
