Chris Shive


290 games reviewed
74.6 average score
80 median score
53.1% of games recommended
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Jul 19, 2021

Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights is a fantastic metroidvania.

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4.5 / 5.0 - Hades
Aug 10, 2021

Hades already looked great, but experiencing it in 4k on current-gen consoles is a sight to behold.

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4.5 / 5.0 - No More Heroes 3
Aug 26, 2021

After over a decade since a proper numbered sequel, No More Heroes III brings back the franchise in what could arguably be called its strongest entry yet, and one of the best overall games that Suda51 has helmed.

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Sep 8, 2021

Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster might not be the definitive version of Final Fantasy IV, but it's an excellent way to experience this classic, whether it be someone checking it out for the first time or a long-time fan replaying it for the umpteenth time.

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Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remains one of the best games ever made and arguably the best Star Wars game.

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Feb 23, 2022

Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster is an admirable update to one of the greatest games of all time.

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4.5 / 5.0 - Grand Theft Auto V
Mar 21, 2022

Grand Theft Auto V is one the best games released in the last decade and holds up surprising well nine years later.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge caters to a specific niche audience, but couldn't have done a better job of it.

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Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a dark fantasy take on the Three Kingdoms. The difficulty is high, almost seeming insurmountable at first, but part of what makes Wo Long great is how the difficulty isn't unfair.

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4.5 / 5.0 - Diablo IV
May 30, 2023

Based on the franchise's history, Diablo IV has large boots to fill, but does an admiral job of meeting this longtime fan's expectations.

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4.5 / 5.0 - Blasphemous 2
Aug 26, 2023

Blasphemous 2 has earned its place as one of the great metroidvanias.

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Sep 20, 2023

Cyberpunk 2077 had an unfortunate launch and as a result there are many who have written off a game that should have been remembered as being one of the top games of 2020.

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4.5 / 5.0 - Persona 3 Reload
Feb 7, 2024

Persona 3 Reload is a fantastic update on the classic, but some design choices make it hard to declare it a definitive version. New voice acting, graphical facelift and improvements to combat make this version of Persona 3 feel contemporary and an absolute joy to play. The omission of The Answer epilogue and the choice to play a female protagonist that were included in other versions of Persona 3, however, can make this version feel incomplete. But aside from the additional content being excluded, Persona 3 Reload is a great example of how to remake a game in a way that appeals to modern sensibilities without alienating the original fan base.

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4 / 5.0 - Nights of Azure
Mar 29, 2016

Nights of Azure is a solid action RPG.

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4 / 5.0 - Grand Kingdom
Jun 23, 2016

Grand Kingdom takes some time to get going, but once it does, it's a great tactical RPG.

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Mar 1, 2016

Dungelot is an enjoyable roguelike that can provide a challenge to players of almost any skill level without becoming frustrating.  The twisted humor tinyBuild is known for combined with addictive easy to pick up, difficult to master gameplay makes this title a worthwhile addition to any roguelike fan's library, especially ones with a penchant for puzzle games such as Minesweeper.

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Apr 18, 2016

Hyrule Warriors Legends was designed to be a Zelda spin-off and not the next entry in the Zelda series.

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Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight is the ideal mix of old and new.

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May 6, 2016

Corpse Party’s Steam port holds up especially well for a five year old game.

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May 15, 2016

Life Goes On: Done to Death is a lighthearted and humorous take on a selfish tyrant of a king sending his loyal soldiers blindly and obediently into an early grave for his own personal gain.

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