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Final Fantasy VII Remake Episode Intermission Review – The Ultimate Ninja

Publisher: Square Enix Developer: Square Enix Release: June 10, 2021 Rating: Teen Reviewed on: PlayStation 5 In Episode Intermission, Yuffie Kisaragi, self-proclaimed Wutai ninja extraordinaire, finally makes an appropriately pompous entrance and joins the anti-Shinra fray. Yuffie’s ninjutsu and shuriken-centric…

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Amazon wants help dealing with user review abuse

10 hours ago PC Gamer

The online retail giant called on social media platforms and regulatory bodies to help it crack down on fake reviews. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Review: Cruelty Squad

15 hours ago Destructoid

Did I wake you up from your depression nap? How does one even critique a game like Cruelty Squad? It… The post Review: Cruelty Squad appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Japan: Latest Famitsu review scores

17 hours ago My Nintendo News

The latest Famitsu scores are in and it’s very positive news for Mario Golf: Super Rush. The next installment in the Mario Golf franchise scored an impressive 8/8/8/9 from the panel of critics at the respected Japanese publication. This also…

Mini Review: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS5) – A Marginal Upgrade on Backwards Compatibility

1 day ago Push Square

At least it’s a free upgrade. The latest in a long line of free next-gen upgrades, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order plays things pretty straight. The native PS5 version of the experience is more or less the version you could…

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Wildermyth review

2 days ago PC Gamer

A legend-building RPG that deserves to define the next decade. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Every E3 2021 show, reviewed

2 days ago PC Gamer

I miss the cringe. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Reviewing the critters of Subnautica: Below Zero

2 days ago PC Gamer

Even cute animals cannot escape our judgement. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Mini Review: Alba: A Wildlife Adventure – A Relaxing, Off-Rails Pokémon Snap-Alike

2 days ago Nintendo Life

A natural beauty. Alba: A Wildlife Adventure started its life as an Apple Arcade exclusive back in 2020 and launched to much critical acclaim. UsTwo’s game tells the story of Alba, a curious young girl with a love for animals…

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Review: Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis

3 days ago Destructoid

I’m looking forward to seeing this plant grow My first impression of Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis, as a… The post Review: Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Two Point Campus Preview – Back To School

3 days ago Game Informer

Developer: Two Point Studios Release: 2022 Rating: Rating Pending Platform: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC Two Point Hospital charmed us when it launched in 2018, but there was certainly room for improvement. However, three years…

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Review: Winds of Change – A Polished, Absorbing Animal-Filled Visual Novel

3 days ago Nintendo Life

Do you hear that? Shall we get this out of the way up front? This game features ‘furry’ characters. If you’re already heading to the comments to issue a humorous barb, please re-examine your life. Winds of Change is an…

Review: Game Builder Garage for Nintendo Switch

3 days ago My Nintendo News

Acquaint yourself with the adorable Nodon and let your creative juices flow as Game Builder Garage teaches you the way of video game programming with that distinct and loveable Nintendo charm. It can be tough going, but Bob and Alice…

Mini Review: Minute of Islands (PS4) – A Short But Beautiful Island Trip

3 days ago Push Square

Ah, fresh air. Minute of Islands is a beautiful adventure game that’s maybe less light-hearted than you think. While the outer appearance is wonderful — we love its cartoonish, hand-drawn style — the game quickly establishes a darker, sadder tone…

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Battlefield 2042 Preview – A True Turning Point For The FPS Franchise

4 days ago Game Informer

Sure, taking to battle in a fast-paced shooter is fun and all, but have you ever weaponized a tornado? The answer is probably no, but with Battlefield 2042 you can get your inner Shia LaBeouf on and not let your…

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Latest EDGE magazine review scores

5 days ago My Nintendo News

The latest edition of the strict but generally fair UK gaming magazine EDGE is available and within it are a number of high profile reviews including the latest Ratchet and Clank game for Playstation 5, Biomutant, and Worlds End Club.…

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Mini Review: Super Soccer Blast: America VS Europe – Simple But Sloppy Soccer

5 days ago Nintendo Life

Boot it. The heavily delayed Euro 2020 tournament is just around the corner, and football fever is once again permeating the homes of countries worldwide. The Switch has several decent football games, but with EA launching frankly embarrassing yearly ‘legacy’…

Mini Review: Chicory: A Colorful Tale (PS5) – Painterly Puzzler Is Almost Perfect

5 days ago Push Square

An easel recommendation. Sometimes the world can feel colourless. Yet when we attempt to add some of our own — a splash of vivid red across, for example, a bus shelter — we’re on the wrong side of a vandalism…

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade + Episdoe INTERmission Review – The Final Verdict

5 days ago GamingBolt

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is, all in all, an excellent enhancement of a great game, thanks to its technical improvements and a solid and meaty new chunk of content with Episode INTERmission. Those who haven’t played Remake yet (and…

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Review – The Final Verdict

5 days ago GamingBolt

So, should you buy Ninja Gaiden Master Collection? That depends. If you have access to an Xbox, you’re probably better off buying Ninja Gaiden Black and Ninja Gaiden 2 and calling it a day. But if you’re already a fan…

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Review: Guilty Gear Strive

5 days ago Destructoid

The sweet smell of the game Arc System Works has sat atop the anime subgenre of fighting games for some… The post Review: Guilty Gear Strive appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Intermission Review – Half-Measure

5 days ago Gamespot

Final Fantasy VII Remake‘s tone often slides between light, funny moments and dark, tragic drama. But from the first moments of Intermission, the DLC mission added to the game with its Intergrade PlayStation 5 upgrade, it’s clear this new episode…

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Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade – Review In Progress

5 days ago Game Informer

When Final Fantasy VII Remake launched last summer for PlayStation 4, I took my very first trip to Midgar. You see, my most immediate connection to Cloud and his band of companions was the Advent Children movie. And, from there,…

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Review: DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power

6 days ago Destructoid

Despite its shortcomings, it’s clear ToyBox Inc. verily regards its source material enough to not just pump out some terrible beat’em up with no soul. The post Review: DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading…

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Guilty Gear Strive Review — Burning Like A Roman Cancel

6 days ago Gamespot

Guilty Gear Strive is, like so many of its predecessors, the pinnacle of a certain kind of fighting game. The series, known for its highly technical (read: complicated) set of systems, rewards players for investing time to master both its…

Mini Review: The Persistence Enhanced (PS5) – Survival Horror Roguelite Still Rocks

6 days ago Push Square

Returnal. Before there was Returnal, there was The Persistence. Being tethered to PlayStation VR at launch, Firesprite’s roguelite sci-fi survival horror never quite got the attention it deserved, but it was a well-executed marriage of genres. Set aboard an abandoned…

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Lenovo Legion 5 Pro (2021) gaming laptop review

6 days ago PC Gamer

The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro nails the fundamentals to make for great gaming laptop. Continue Reading at Source.…

Review: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (PS5) – A Welcome PS5 Upgrade, and Yuffie Stars in a Short but Solid Expansion

6 days ago Push Square

Remake 1.5 Remix. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is the PlayStation 5 version of Final Fantasy VII Remake, boasting enhanced graphics and better technical performance. Needless to say, it takes the adventure up a notch, and when you throw Episode…

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Review: Mundaun – A Rich, Sepia-Toned First-Person Horror Show

6 days ago Nintendo Life

There’s evil resident in this village. Take our advice: if you ever receive a suspiciously detail-light missive informing you that a loved one has passed away and urging you not to return to your home village, trust us on this…

Elden Ring, Kojima, Wonderlands, & More (Summer Game Fest 2021 Impressions/Review)

6 days ago YongYea

SURPRISE MECHANICS (MERCH): http://www.yongyea.com PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/yongyea TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/yongyea TOP PATRONS [CIPHER] – Joseph Lavoie [BIG BOSS] – Charlie Galvin – Devon B – Jonathan Ball – Nathan Roll – Sarano – skyrimfan14 – Solomon J. Twiggs [BOSS] – Gerardo Andrade…

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Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodhunt Preview – Battle Royale Meets Vampires (No, Seriously)

6 days ago Game Informer

When I think of the battle royale genre, a few things come to mind: PUBG, Fortnite, Apex Legends, boredom. It’s not a bad genre, but not one I’ve ever really felt super connected to. What I do feel connected to,…

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Review: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (INTERmission Yuffie DLC)

6 days ago Destructoid

Final Fantasy Gaiden I almost still can’t believe that Final Fantasy VII Remake exists, but it absolutely does…on PS5 no… The post Review: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (INTERmission Yuffie DLC) appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Review: Chicory: A Colorful Tale

7 days ago Destructoid

We don’t make mistakes, we just have happy accidents No matter how much time passes, I still feel like an… The post Review: Chicory: A Colorful Tale appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at Source.…

Over a Dozen Games and a New Publisher – Prime Matter Preview

7 days ago Easy Allies

Koch Media is creating a new publishing arm, Prime Matter, and they’re bringing a bunch of new games. We recently attended a presentation showcasing a dozen of these titles, from anticipated sequels like PayDay 3 to new IPs that you…

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Intel Core i5 11400F review

7 days ago PC Gamer

Rocket Lake just gets better the fewer cores you throw at it. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Hardware Review: Genki Shadowcast – A Solution In Search Of A Problem

7 days ago Nintendo Life

No TV, no problem? With a wildly successful crowdfunding campaign behind it, the Genki Shadowcast has every right to be seen as a must-have accessory for Nintendo Switch owners. Indeed, its status as one of the world’s smallest capture cards…

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Review: Game Builder Garage – A Toolbox Of Terrifying Potential

7 days ago Nintendo Life

Make your own damned games. Game Builder Garage is a game where you make games yourself rather than letting trained developers do it for you. If that sounds like a lot of hard work then Game Builder Garage probably isn’t…

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Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection

1 week ago Destructoid

Go ninja go (well, go twice anyway) “The third time is the charm,” eh? Well not in the case of… The post Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection appeared first on Destructoid. Continue Reading at Source.…

Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection (PS4) – Cut-Throat Action, Old-School Design

1 week ago Push Square

Ninja star. Ryu Hayabusa has been enjoying an early retirement ever since the Ninja Gaiden series was put on ice years ago. Team Ninja has been busying itself with the Nioh games in the meantime, a more deliberate style of…

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Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection – Ryu Hayabusa Deserves Better Than This

1 week ago Nintendo Life

Ninja Gaiden Whack. Whether you prefer Ninja Gaiden Sigma over Ninja Gaiden Black, or ‘vanilla’ part two over its enhanced edition, or don’t really care either way and just wanna get on with slicing and dicing everything in your path,…

Mini Review: Jay and Silent Bob: Mall Brawl (PS4) – Mallrats Brawler with Nine NES Chapters Nootch

1 week ago Push Square

NESnootchie bickety bam beat-’em-up. Can a retro modern game be too retro for its own good? This is a question we asked ourselves while playing Interabang Entertainment’s Jay and Silent Bob: Mall Brawl as a PS4 beat-’em-up restricted by the…

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President Biden Rolls Back Trump's TikTok And WeChat Ban, Orders Security Review

1 week ago Gamespot

The policies put in place by President Trump to ban TikTok and WeChat from the United States have been revoked by President Biden. As a part of a new executive order, Biden has rescinded the blanket bans and has initiated…

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Backbone: The Kotaku Review

1 week ago Kotaku

I’m pretty tired of fantasy racism. At this point, portraying racism in video games through the proxies of elves forced into squalid ghettos, stateless space alien nomads, and disenfranchised robots feels a cop out. So I was surprised that I…

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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti review

1 week ago PC Gamer

Nvidia’s latest Ti takes aim at AMD’s RX 6800 with a mix of fast memory and a moderate chip upgrade. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Review: Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Storm Ground – Ruined By Roguelike Repetition

1 week ago Nintendo Life

Flawhammer. Games Workshop – where nobody has a nice time. Okay, let us clarify; it’s entirely possible to have a nice time playing their games or painting their models or – heck – even chatting to their legendarily helpful and…

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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Review – Materia Improvements

1 week ago Gamespot

Editor’s note: In June 2021, developer Square Enix released an upgraded version of Final Fantasy VII Remake for PlayStation 5, which included improved visuals and technical performance, as well as some new features, including a photo mode. Our impressions on…

LEGO Builder’s Journey PREVIEW – A Relaxing Puzzle Experience (Switch, PC)

1 week ago GameXplain

LEGO Builder’s Journey is a puzzle game that provides a calm, relaxing experience that separates itself from previous LEGO games. Here’s what Joey thought of it during his hands-off preview. LEGO Builder’s Journey will be releasing on the Nintendo Switch…

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World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Classic review

1 week ago PC Gamer

The Burning Crusade Classic is an expansion only for hardcore players, but it captures a fascinating period in WoW’s history. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Review: DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power – A Kid-Friendly Alternative To Grimdark DC

1 week ago Nintendo Life

These girls just wanna have fun. These days, when the average person thinks of DC, they tend to picture the dark, ‘gritty’ tone of the DCEU movies (along with the infamous ‘Martha’ scene, of course). Despite attempts to break away…

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Sable still looks drop-dead gorgeous in its first extended gameplay preview

1 week ago PC Gamer

Here’s 13 minutes of footage from the lonely desert wanderer. Continue Reading at Source.…

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Asus TUF Gaming VG32VQ gaming monitor review

1 week ago PC Gamer

A great budget offering from ASUS that ticks the essentials and drops the rest. Continue Reading at Source.…

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