Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures - Wii U Review
May 07, 2015Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures, FreakZone Games, Nintendo Wii U, ScrewAttack LLC, Wii U Review
Whenever you have a video game based on some other property, you have to wonder how it will hold up. Is it a quick cash-in on a familiar name or face? The number of crummy super hero games out there is too much to count. Thankfully Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures would manage to be a an enjoyable action platforming title that calls back to the 8-bit days even without the familiar AVGN references - but the game is all the better for having them if you are a fan of the Nerd.
Koei Tecmo announces upcoming release and pre-order bonus for Deception IV: The Nightmare Princess
May 06, 2015Deception IV: The Nightmare Princess, Koei Tecmo, News and Previews, PS4, Sony PlayStation 4, trailer
We liked Deception IV when it released on PlayStation 3 and also the Vita. Blood Ties had some flaws, but it was great to return to the devious Deception series. The first one is still a favorite PS1 title of mine. Well now we have some additional news on the PS4 iteration.
Guns, Gore and Cannoli - PC Review
It was just another mob job. It's 1920. It's prohibition. What could honestly go wrong with people being denied alcohol on Saint Paddy's Day?
Apparently a zombie apocalypse.
Apparently a zombie apocalypse.
Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim - PC Review
Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim is the first game in the venerable RPG series to make use of this 3D engine, and while some of the older gameplay mechanics have not held up as well over the years as you might remember, the core game, characters and music are still very entertaining today.
Code: Realize ~Guardian of Rebirth~ coming out in fall of 2015
Code: Realize ~Guardian of Rebirth~ is another of those Aksys titles that has kind of a strange name, but the early look at it here appears to hold some promise.
Vector Thrust - PC Preview
As a kid I remember heading out to the local arcade to pump quarters into classic titles like Dungeons & Dragons, Altered Beast, and Rampage but once the arcade got an After Burner cabinet all of that changed. I was able to sit down in this wicked-cool seat that rumbled with a full hands-on-throttle-and-stick system and absolutely destroy bogeys in an F-14 Tomcat. Since those good ol' arcade days though, there have not been many arcade-style shooters; enter TimeSymmetry and Iceberg Interactive's Vector Thrust , a modern take on the classic dog-fighting found in the beloved After Burner, though with a few added perks. Here are our first impressions.
Gradius V - PS3 Review
Horizontal shooters have been around forever now it seems, but the Gradius series has long been considered one of the best franchises in the shooter genre, and for very good reason. Recently Konami released Gradius V, the PS2 classic, on the PlayStation Network for PS3 owners. If you enjoy insanely hard shooters? Gradius V is worthwhile blast from the past.
Van Helsing III gives us a look at two more classes
We have been big fans of the Van Helsing titles, so two more classes for the upcoming Van Helsing III is something we took note of.
Axiom Verge - PS4 Review
Throwback games are not uncommon these days. Retro gets applied to graphics, gameplay mechanics and more. Sometimes these nostalgic callbacks work, sometimes they do not. Axiom Verge unequivocally works, because it still remembers the right notes to hit while balancing nostalgia and gameplay, while still showing enough modern sensibility to be fun in today's gaming culture.
My experiences with Leaptrade - Gaming Thoughts
Turns out, I play a lot of games. I buy them, I sell them, I trade them. A lot of my classic stuff has been kept over the years (I'm looking at you NES, Sega Genesis and SNES), where as most of my modern games eventually get played, beaten and traded in (except absolute favorites like Mass Effect and Dragon Age). It can be frustrating at times however, because the place that makes it the easiest to do this is probably Gamestop. They take your games in almost any condition. No box? No problem. The issue arises from when you want a bit more than pennies on the dollar, and alternate options such as Ebay, Amazon or other venues that are sometimes less convenient but more profitable have to be considered. Leaptrade attempts to bridge the gap a bit, and for the most part it succeeds, though there are some hiccups along the way.
XSEED games confirms a launch date for Lord of Magna: Maiden Heaven
I love seeing the 3DS getting so much traction still, and this title from the producer of Rune Factory and Story of Seasons has me hopeful that we might have another niche hit on our hands.
Shovel Knight - PS Vita Review
Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and PC owners have had the privilege of playing Yacht Club Games' Shovel Knight for a little less than a year now. As of a week ago, PlayStation platform owners have been able to sink their collective teeth into the game and see what all the hype has been about. The wait hasn't been for naught, however, as cross-play, cross-buy, and the addition of a Kratos (from God of War fame) boss fight are included in the digital package, meaning whichever PlayStation device you play Shovel Knight on, you're bound to have a blast.
Games of May
It’s that time again! Unlike the past few months though, the month of May is looking a bit more relaxed in terms of the quantity being released, but the quality of games is quite there. With releases from the Witcher 3 and Project Cars to The Incredible Adventures of Van Hellsing 3, Shin Megami Tensei Devil Survivor 2: Record Breaker, and Hyperdimension Neptunia U: Action Unleashed.
The month of May is looking good.
"The scope of the game is by far the grandest and most intricately-detailed that the team have ever worked on, and has been built for the future with a great deal of depth and forward-thinking technology. Combined with the teams own high standards and determination to release the title in its most complete and polished state, and the complex nature of some last-minute issues and bugs, moving the release of the title allows the final product to be one that both matches the original vision of the team and satisfies the expectations of the understanding yet eager audience."
"In Wild Hunt, you as Geralt embark on your most epic and dangerous journey yet. Your mission - to find the child of prophecy, an ashen-haired girl, a living and highly volatile weapon everyone wants to control. The stakes have never been higher: the Elder Blood flowing in the child’s veins can bring about a final end. The fate of worlds lies with you.
Geralt’s mission will require him to make hard choices. Witchers strive to remain neutral, but often find themselves deciding the fate of others. And rarely are these simple choices between good and evil. In this morally gray world, the choices they make can tip the scales of life and death. Wild Hunt features multiple endings that result from choices you make throughout the game. With three extensive epilogues and multiple world end-states in each, the game delivers unmatched replayability."
See more of Splatoon on Nintendo's Website
"The game is a simulation role-playing video game. The game's battle system is similar to the battle system found in Valkyria Chronicles. It features turn-based battles, with character order based on individual speed. The parties are assembled within a deck and controls in battle have been compared to those of an action game. The special attacks of the characters are unlocked based on their trust in Lux, the game's protagonist, and by defeating enemies more special moves can be used."
- Wikipedia
It is finally here! Breanna and I are big fans of the series and have played each release together from start to finish more than once. I'm more than excited for this. I'm also curious to see what aspects of Death Trap are going to be included into the Tower Defense portions that were always more than fun to go up against.
"In Van Helsing III, the civil war is over in Borgovia, but the future looks grim. The city of weird science is in ruins, squabbling factions and criminals fight for power and a strange cult prophesizes the coming of 'The end of times.' And they might be just right: A wave of uncanny events shakes the land, and it’s all connected to a mysterious creature, a former ally turned into a fearful arch-villain. Which means that Van Helsing will do what he does best: He wields weapons, prepares his deadly tricks, and hunts down the most dangerous monster who has ever lived… and this time it’s personal. He’s prepared to do anything to achieve his goal, even to face the darkest secret about the birth of the modern Borgovia."
Square loves HD remakes, and we love Final Fantasy. Maybe that's why they keep re-re porting specific titles such as Final Fantasy IV's.... I lost count by now . Being the second Final Fantasy on the list, we are brought back once again to the world of Spira in even greater detail than we saw last year with the PS3 and PSVita versions of this epic tale. Boasting of even greater textures and an enhanced soundtrack, follow Tidus and Yuna once again on their shared and seperate adventures of Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2.
Last and absolutely not least is the newest game in which the most amazing of the Goddesses makes an appearance. Enter Lady Vert! (Sorry Nick but Robert and I outvote you). The girls are back once again in a Hack and Slash title that will find them working in pairs both with existing friends (or rivals) and newcomers alike.
Any month with a Hyperdimension title is a good month!
The month of May is looking good.
Multiplatform Releases
Farming Simulator 15 (PS4 / PS3 / XB1 / XB360)
First on the list is Farming Simulator 15 in which players find themselves in charge of running their own farm on a much larger scale than anyone having tried the Harvest Moon series or the newer Story of Seasons.
Project Cars (PS4 / XB1 / PC)
Project Cars falls into one of two themes for releases this month. Like the following title of the Witcher 3, Project Cars has seen multiple push backs but for good reasons. Wanting to make sure that they put out the best possible product as bug free as possible it is finally releasing."The scope of the game is by far the grandest and most intricately-detailed that the team have ever worked on, and has been built for the future with a great deal of depth and forward-thinking technology. Combined with the teams own high standards and determination to release the title in its most complete and polished state, and the complex nature of some last-minute issues and bugs, moving the release of the title allows the final product to be one that both matches the original vision of the team and satisfies the expectations of the understanding yet eager audience."
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (PS4 / XB1 / PC)
The Witcher 3 is a long time in coming and finds a much older Geralt of Rivia in a giant open world boasting of all of the features that make the Witcher unique. Like Project Cars, there have been a few push backs in regards to the release dates in order to launch a much better experience for everyone. The wait is now over with the launch later this month!"In Wild Hunt, you as Geralt embark on your most epic and dangerous journey yet. Your mission - to find the child of prophecy, an ashen-haired girl, a living and highly volatile weapon everyone wants to control. The stakes have never been higher: the Elder Blood flowing in the child’s veins can bring about a final end. The fate of worlds lies with you.
Geralt’s mission will require him to make hard choices. Witchers strive to remain neutral, but often find themselves deciding the fate of others. And rarely are these simple choices between good and evil. In this morally gray world, the choices they make can tip the scales of life and death. Wild Hunt features multiple endings that result from choices you make throughout the game. With three extensive epilogues and multiple world end-states in each, the game delivers unmatched replayability."
Nintendo Wii U
Splatoon
"Splatter enemies and claim your turf as the ink-spewing, squid-like characters called Inklings in Nintendo's new third-person action shooter game for the Wii U console. Challenge your friends in chaotic four-on-four matches, in which the goal is to get your ink on as many places as possible and claim your turf, all while strategically submerging yourself in your team's colors and blasting your enemies."See more of Splatoon on Nintendo's Website
Nintendo 3DS
Lord of Magna: Maiden Heaven
I'll be honest that as much as I am looking forward to this game there is no website to speak of and even XSEED's website currently has nothing upon it. The above link it going to their Tumblr page with lots to read, and here's the description as taken from Wikipedia.
"The game is a simulation role-playing video game. The game's battle system is similar to the battle system found in Valkyria Chronicles. It features turn-based battles, with character order based on individual speed. The parties are assembled within a deck and controls in battle have been compared to those of an action game. The special attacks of the characters are unlocked based on their trust in Lux, the game's protagonist, and by defeating enemies more special moves can be used."- Wikipedia
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker
It is finally here! This is the second game on this list that has been a long time in coming. Originally released on the Nintendo DS under SMT: Devil Survivor 2, Record Breaker follows the same treatment as Overlocked with plenty of enhancements that use the added power that the 3DS has over its predecessor.PC
The Incredible Adventures of Van Hellsing 3
It is finally here! Breanna and I are big fans of the series and have played each release together from start to finish more than once. I'm more than excited for this. I'm also curious to see what aspects of Death Trap are going to be included into the Tower Defense portions that were always more than fun to go up against.
"In Van Helsing III, the civil war is over in Borgovia, but the future looks grim. The city of weird science is in ruins, squabbling factions and criminals fight for power and a strange cult prophesizes the coming of 'The end of times.' And they might be just right: A wave of uncanny events shakes the land, and it’s all connected to a mysterious creature, a former ally turned into a fearful arch-villain. Which means that Van Helsing will do what he does best: He wields weapons, prepares his deadly tricks, and hunts down the most dangerous monster who has ever lived… and this time it’s personal. He’s prepared to do anything to achieve his goal, even to face the darkest secret about the birth of the modern Borgovia."Sony PlayStation 4
Final Fantasy X/X-2
Square loves HD remakes, and we love Final Fantasy. Maybe that's why they keep re-re porting specific titles such as Final Fantasy IV's.... I lost count by now . Being the second Final Fantasy on the list, we are brought back once again to the world of Spira in even greater detail than we saw last year with the PS3 and PSVita versions of this epic tale. Boasting of even greater textures and an enhanced soundtrack, follow Tidus and Yuna once again on their shared and seperate adventures of Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2.Sony PlayStation Vita
Hyperdimension Neptunia U: Action Unleashed
Last and absolutely not least is the newest game in which the most amazing of the Goddesses makes an appearance. Enter Lady Vert! (Sorry Nick but Robert and I outvote you). The girls are back once again in a Hack and Slash title that will find them working in pairs both with existing friends (or rivals) and newcomers alike.Any month with a Hyperdimension title is a good month!
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