Bob Richardson's Reviews
Probably best reserved for the most diehard fans, but even they should enter with caution.
Buyer beware.
More of the same just isn't good enough.
A short adventure worthy of the breezy gamer's attention — once multiplayer is fixed.
Intended for kids.
Not a bad game, but impossible to recommend to anybody.
Never before have I seen such fantastic customization and nuance mired by narrow quest and battle design.
If you’re hungry for a fresh Souls-like experience, this isn’t it. If you’re the type of player who craves a challenge and loves memorizing boss patterns, then this could be for you. Just don’t expect to have meaningful options.
A game worth admiring or even playing for historical purposes only, Final Fantasy II likely won't compare to most games released today.
I’m sure some folks out there will find the gameplay good enough, but even knowing how fascinating the story is, I wouldn’t have put over twenty hours into this game if I knew at the outset what I know now.
A fascinating idea with unfortunate execution set in a cute world.
Though it hurts me personally to lambaste Final Fantasy XIII the way I have, what pains me even more is the poor design and direction I had to endure. Granted, the entire experience wasn’t that bad. Pockets of enjoyment exist throughout and the second quarter of the game is thoroughly enjoyable, but the introductory sequence is a little too hand-holdy and the last half of the game is unforgivably bland and vapid. If you’re like me and have waited years to try this title out, I plead that you look elsewhere. The mystery of what FFXIII holds is far more pleasing than the experience itself.
Although brief, the game's flow meanders as sluggishly as its central characters.
Only for the most devoted roguelike fans who want a quick fix.
Minecraft: Story Mode feels like it tip-toed off stage and isn't available for autographs after the show.
Dedicated fans will likely disappointed, while newcomers will be left wondering why people love this universe.
For dystopian enthusiasts and those who don’t mind getting lost in repetitive minigames, Mind Scanners may be a suitable distraction. I’m sure some people are going to adore everything about this title, but I simply can’t recommend it for most people. It breaks my heart, because I had been keeping an eye on Mind Scanners for a while and had high hopes. After all, I’m a psychologist who loves stories about grim futures, but the execution here just didn’t make the landing. In fact, I might even need a mind scanner myself after binging this one.
More of the same just isn't good enough.
A heartfelt world without a lot going on that may capture some hearts and leave others disappointed.
Probably only best for those seeking a cooperative experience or competent bullet hell.