Ben Reeves


94 games reviewed
77.1 average score
79 median score
50.0% of games recommended
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Sep 12, 2017

A steady drip of upgrades and collectibles ensures that exploring the alien-infested planet of SR388 won't grow tiring anytime soon

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9.5 / 10.0 - XCOM 2
Feb 1, 2016

Alien firefights play out like deadly games of chess. The difficulty tests your resolve, but XCOM remains one of the deepest and most rewarding strategy games on the market

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Oct 25, 2016

Civilization remains as addictive as ever. As soon as you start building your empire, say goodbye to your weekend

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9.5 / 10.0 - Resident Evil 2
Jan 22, 2019

For Resident Evil fans this is a must-play, but even those without nostalgia for RE 2 will have a good time

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9.3 / 10.0 - XCOM: Enemy Within
Nov 11, 2013

Enemy Within isn't easy, but its complex strategy and clever enemy AI provide a highly rewarding experience

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Aug 24, 2017

Overpowered aliens and a run of bad luck can test your resolve, but there is almost always a way out of every jam thanks to XCOM's layered strategy

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May 5, 2021

Village doesn't pull any punches when it comes to horror, but a consistent rollout of new weapons and tools makes it hard to walk away from these terrors

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Dec 14, 2014

If you love brainteasers and philosophy, then The Talos Principle is better than a night at the movies

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9 / 10.0 - Celeste
Feb 6, 2018

A solid story and rewarding platforming sequences makes for a highly gratifying climb

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9 / 10.0 - Resident Evil 3
Mar 30, 2020

This is another spectacular remake for the series, and Nemesis is an imposing enemy who relentlessly chases you throughout the game.

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9 / 10.0 - Metroid Dread
Oct 6, 2021

Intense combat and a series of challenging boss fights require a high level of play, but the thrill of victory is incredibly sweet

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9 / 10.0 - Inscryption
Nov 22, 2021

The card combat is engaging, and the larger narrative elements make Inscryption incredibly hard to put down

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8.8 / 10.0 - DUSK
Dec 13, 2018

Fast-paced and violent action hits the ground running, but the intense horror atmosphere might turn off some

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8.8 / 10.0 - Mega Man 11
Oct 1, 2018

This Mega Man looks modern, but it offers a classic Mega Man challenge. Thankfully, four difficulty settings and a range of upgrades help ease in all types of players

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Growing a small group of settlers into a world-spanning superpower is rewarding at every step

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8.8 / 10.0 - Control
Aug 26, 2019

Control's intense firefights are fun, but they don't evolve much in the second half. Fortunately, its unsettling mood and explosive moments more than balance the scales

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Jul 12, 2021

Chicory is an intriguing world full of hilarious characters and inventive game mechanics, which makes it a delight from start to finish

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8.5 / 10.0 - Quantum Break
Apr 1, 2016

The show leaves a bit to be desired, but the game is full of breakneck firefights and stunning action set pieces

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8.5 / 10.0 - SteamWorld Heist
Dec 21, 2015

Fans of strategy titles won't want to bypass this under-the-radar hit

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Oct 5, 2016

Charming characters and zany events fill the world, which is good because you traverse the same locales multiple times

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