Kimberley Wallace
Grand Kingdom offers plenty of fun and tense tactical battles, giving you a slew of customization options and online competition
Cold Steel II is filled with intriguing characters, great plot revelations, and challenging battles. Whether you favor combat or narrative, it has plenty to entertain you
The two-episode opener does its job at getting your interest back into the series and kindling your curiosity
Berseria has some flaws and archaic design, but it’s one of the most interesting Tales games I’ve played
A fun collection that connects the events that lead into Kingdom Hearts III
Above The Law has some interesting plot threads, but didn't leave me on the edge of my seat
Thicker Than Water has tough choices, great relationship building, and shocking twists. It's the best episode this season
Cosmic Star Heroine doesn't leave a lasting impression, but it's a fun romp with some interesting ideas
The season ends with some intriguing and satisfying developments, but just like the rest of the season, it doesn't maintain an even quality throughout
Tokyo Xanadu has its fun and charming moments, but it's brought down by repetitive gameplay and annoying platforming
Plenty to discover, but tedium sets in quickly, particularly when faced with an abrupt loss of progress
Between building up your base, making new discoveries, and fighting intense boss battles, Ys VIII is a hard adventure to put down
Awake is at its best when it focuses on Chloe and Rachel's complicated lives, making you feel each character's struggle
While the best moments come when your hand-crafted party combines to defeat a powerful foe, the patience and repetition required becomes frustrating
Chloe and Rachel's complicated friendship shines in this finale, making you care about each character and the bond they share in a way you couldn't fully grasp in the original series
The combat is fun and the plot takes some interesting turns, but that doesn't change the frustrating design and tediousness
Secret of Mana's retelling is full of highs and lows. The colorful world and boss battles still hold their allure, but the overall execution feels average (at best)
Between lighthearted and somber moments, Before the Storm shows the complexity of life and how our loved ones help us get by
The overall message about technology and our future lingers long after the credits roll, making me wonder how I'll handle my relationship with technology as it takes us to new places.
With predictable moments and repetitive storylines, the season premiere isn't all that exciting. Hopefully, future episodes have more surprises and intriguing developments in store