Rob Kershaw's Reviews
Oxenfree II is a slow-burn horror mystery that slowly latches its paranormal tentacles onto you, thanks to a creepy story delivered by a first-rate cast. It's the definition of a superior sequel and fans of the first game will certainly not be disappointed.
Boxes: Lost Fragments is a shining example of puzzle video gaming, wonderfully constructed and utterly absorbing.
As Dusk Falls is a supremely confident first title from a talented indie studio, one that raises the bar for interactive narrative gaming by several notches.
With Dragon Age: Inquisition, BioWare has rallied from its previous disappointments to deliver a near-flawless fantasy experience of staggering scope, mending the oft-broken hopes of a gaming nation alongside its own reputation as the foremost purveyor of adventuring. As 2014 draws to a close, Inquisition is a contender not only for game of the year, but for the best title to come out of BioWare's impressive stable - either way, it's an essential purchase for any RPG fan.
In almost every respect Pillars of Eternity is a true successor to the genre - a perfect introduction for RPG newcomers, and for everyone else, the game they've been waiting fifteen years for.
There are between fifty and seventy hours of gameplay in Wasteland 2 for those willing to invest in its world, explore each new area fully and complete each available mission. That we were happy to do just that is testament to the brilliant design, engaging storyline and immersive combat of inXile's world. Brian Fargo and his team have excelled here, and it leaves us with one remaining question - if Wasteland 2 is this good, what can we look forward to with the forthcoming Torment: Tides of Numenara?
The beauty of Year Walk is in its discovery, and it's heartening to see a crossover of a more niche mobile title onto the PC platform, especially one which brings such atmosphere and creativity to the fore.
You'll not leave this episode happy, but the very nature of this series is to challenge and provoke; Telltale continue to refine and polish their craft to such an extent that even the misery of the narrative can't hold us back from wanting more - this second episode is a triumph.
It's huge, but Persona 5 never outstays its welcome. If you're a JRPG fan without a PS4, this is the game that fully justifies the purchase.
Horizon is a must-play title for any PS4 owner, which boasts a remarkable lead character and a rich, thrilling open world.
An utterly beguiling journey from beginning to end: surprising, moving, and accompanied by a near-perfect soundtrack.
The weight of expectation could have proven too much, but inXile has delivered a remarkable narrative experience which deserves to be savoured.
Tenderly handling the subject of death while portraying it in interesting ways, Edith Finch is a narrative adventure that deserves to be chronicled.
A cleverly plotted puzzle game wrapped in the cloak of a murder-mystery. It may be brief, but The Sexy Brutale will certainly deliver an unforgettable evening.
The new gold standard in single-player FPS campaigns.
Smart and accessible, Reigns: Her Majesty doesn’t stray too far from the original, but subtle improvements make it a worthwhile addition to your mobile library.
Iconoclasts is a worthy puzzle platformer unlike anything you’ll have experienced before — a true labour of love.
Polished and well-written but a little too familiar, Deadfire offers dozens of hours of RPG fun in a beloved setting.
The Spyro Reignited Trilogy shows others how to layer your nostalgia cake with sparkly icing before wolfing it down — a super remaster of an old favourite.
The console port of Okomotive's debut is contemplative, lovely, and over too soon.