Open World JRPG Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Soars On Switch
With a deep and heavy emphasis on combat, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is similar in structure to the original Wii game than the more exploration-heavy Chronicles X. Those that love the constant-combat mechanic of traditional JRPG games will find a lot to love.
Superflight is a Delight!
This week our Time Waster is getting lost in a wingsuit exploration game called Superflight, and its the good kind of lost!
Curse of Osiris Expands Destiny 2’s Universe
As the first full expansion for Destiny 2, the Curse of Osiris takes us to some new places, and challenges players with new combat waves and bosses, plus provides about two hours of new story content.
Grim Dark Fantasy in Gods of the Mountain
Quite a change of pace from author Christopher Keene’s uplifting Dream State Saga, his new book, Gods of the Mountain is a grim and dark fantasy tale. But we think that fans will enjoy the change of pace, and a walk on the darker side of fantasy.
Stumbling Through Distrust’s Arctic Adventure
Distrust is inspired by the classic horror movie, The Thing, where people trapped at an Arctic research lab don’t know who is actually a camouflaged, murderous alien. Here, everyone is slowly going insane, with basically the same deadly effect.
Climbing High in Tower Fortress
Our time waster is ringing in the new year with a rouge-like game called Tower Fortress that’s like a mix between Mega Man and Sonic.
Masterful Storytelling in Child of a Mad God
A novel for our times, Child of a Mad God features a female protagonist named Aoleyn, who is raised in a terrible tribe that mistreats women. Of course she begins to overcome these obstacles in what will likely be an amazing series.
Flying High With Human: Fall Flat
Although not a new game by any means, porting Human: Fall Flat over to the Nintendo Switch is breathing new life into this awesome puzzle adventure. And if you can bring a friend along to fall together, it more than doubles your fun.
Celebrating with The Impossible Quizmas
The Impossible Quizmas is up this week as Billy looks to celebrate the holiday with an equally festive-themed distraction.
High Fantasy Action With Middle Earth: Shadow of War
Middle Earth: Shadow of War picks up where Shadow of Mordor left off, yet offers a bevy of improvements in everything from graphics to gameplay. Even the much-loved nemesis system is vastly improved, allowing full control over your own Uruk armies.