Dave The Diver Is the Perfect Summer Adventure
Dave the Diver is an RPG about a guy named Dave who splits his time between exploring the ocean’s depths and trying to run his seaside sushi restaurant and bar. Both the ocean exploration and restaurant management parts of Dave the Diver support each other and makes the whole title a true delight.
Doomblade Is a Cut Above Other Metroidvanias
Doomblade is an amazing Metroidvania with a uniquely good combat and control scheme that’s completely different from many similar titles. This is one slick shooter that is not to be missed for those who enjoy Metroidvanias.
The Feathers Fly in Battle Royale Style Chickenoidz Super Party
Our reviewer enjoys party games that he can play in couch co-op with his friends and family, and he was delighted to find that Chickenoidz Super Party had launched for the Nintendo Switch and PC. Chickenoidz Super Party is a multiplayer top-down arena shooter for up to four players.
Save State Enjoys Roguelike Action Platformer Sequel 30XX
We all know that Save State columnist Vincent Mahoney enjoys platforming titles, and the classic 20XX was one of his favorites. But now, developer Batterystaple Games has released 20XX’s sequel 30XX, which are both inspired by the Mega Man series.
Save State Tries Escaping an Alien Planet in Risk of Rain 2
This week Save State columnist Vincent Mahoney is enjoying Risk of Rain 2, an action roguelite third-person shooter that has up to four players trying to escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting monsters in an increasingly hostile environment.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Is Truly Epic
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is clearly one of the best RPGs released for the Nintendo Switch console, but it also probably should be thought of as one of the best RPGs of all time. It’s truly an epic tale that is simply a joy to experience.
Save State Enjoys Classic Platforming in Gravity Circuit
This week Save State columnist Vincent Mahoney bypasses his entire backlog to jump into a brand new platformer on Steam called Gravity Circuit. Several hours later, he declares it a mighty hit.
Save State Flexes Strategic Chops With Advance Wars Remake
This week Save State columnist Vincent Mahoney relives his childhood and tackles a modern game in Advance Wars 1 and 2 Re-Boot Camp which is a remake of the first two titles in the Advance Wars series. Advance Wars 1 and 2 Re-Boot Camp tests players strategic skills in turn-based battles.
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Is Not So Precious
Gollum is arguably one of the most important characters in the Lord of the Rings saga, and the prospect of having a title centered around him was an amazing idea. Unfortunately, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is riddled with game-breaking bugs, dull gameplay and a host of other problems that sap all the fun.
Save State Is Collecting and Creating Monsters in Cassette Beasts
This week Save State columnist Vincent Mahoney has a great time with Cassette Beasts, an interesting title that combines elements of Digimon and Pokemon with monster collecting, turn-based battles, and the creation of unique and powerful new monsters through a fusion system.