Category: Previews

Nintendo Switch Makes it to the Big Show: Hands-On Impressions of MLB The Show 22

The last time I played MLB The Show, the PS2 was at the end of it's lifespan.  David Wright, my favorite player, was the cover athlete, and I spent many hours trying to emulate him in Road to the Show.  Sadly, that was the only time I would play MLB The Show since I couldn't … Continue reading Nintendo Switch Makes it to the Big Show: Hands-On Impressions of MLB The Show 22

Terra Nil Preview – Building a Better Tomorrow

https://youtu.be/F8eYqNNxICE Never underestimate the power of a tweet.  Just days before E3, I saw a tweet from Devolver Digital promoting Terra Nil, a new building sim focused on the environment.  As someone who is passionate about nature and the environment, I was immediately drawn in at the idea of creating my own greenspace filled with … Continue reading Terra Nil Preview – Building a Better Tomorrow

Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos Preview – The Perfect Genre Mash-Up

Some things are just natural compliments of each other, like peanut butter and chocolate.  On their own, both peanut butter and chocolate are tasty treats, and when combined together, they create a complete flavor profile that is much stronger than either flavor individually.  Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos is the video game equivalent of peanut … Continue reading Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos Preview – The Perfect Genre Mash-Up

Wholesome Direct: 5 Games That Should Be On Your Wishlist

With E3 cancelled this year, many indie developers are losing out on the exposure they would normally get at the event.  At the same time, the current pandemic has created a surge in positive news and entertainment.  Because of this, Wholesome Games was formed, a group dedicated to helping indie developers get exposure for cute, … Continue reading Wholesome Direct: 5 Games That Should Be On Your Wishlist

Paper Mario: The Origami King – What We Know

Rumors have been swirling for months that a new Paper Mario title was headed to Nintendo Switch this year, partly because of Super Mario's 35th birthday.  Finally those rumors have turned into truth as Nintendo announced Paper Mario: The Origami King for release on July 17.  Although details are limited, here is what we know … Continue reading Paper Mario: The Origami King – What We Know

Nintendo Direct Mini Recap (3.26): Major RPG Sequels Coming in 2020

Bravely Default II Bravely Default was a massive hit for the Nintendo 3DS.  The game, lauded for its story, music and traditional turn-based RPG gameplay, found a huge audience outside of Japan even though it was developed for Japanese gamers.  In its lifetime, Bravely Default sold over a million units and over half of those … Continue reading Nintendo Direct Mini Recap (3.26): Major RPG Sequels Coming in 2020

Nintendo Direct Mini (3.26) Recap: Small Additions, Big Fun

Shinsekai: Into the Depths Shinsekai: Into the Depths started as an Apple Arcade exclusive, but has now surfaced in the Nintendo Switch eShop.  This game can best be described as a deep sea  metroidvania.  Like most metroidvania games, there is a significant amount of backtracking after gaining new skills and equipment to advance the story … Continue reading Nintendo Direct Mini (3.26) Recap: Small Additions, Big Fun

Nintendo Direct Mini (3.26) Recap: Major Ports Incoming

Nintendo surprised all of their fans with a Nintendo Direct Mini last week, the first one in over six months.  While labelled as a mini and clocking in at just over 25 minutes, it was packed with information.  Here's a rundown of single player games headed to the Nintendo Switch in the next few months … Continue reading Nintendo Direct Mini (3.26) Recap: Major Ports Incoming