Reagan Morris
There are better, cheaper, and less broken versions of Bomberman out there.
Nothing says we're living in the darkest timeline more than Skylanders: Imaginators.
Winter Olympics looks like it wants you to have fun; the bright colours, decent roster of events and characters, and the chipper commentator all make it seem like it's capable of creating entertainment. The poor online leaderboard, the confusing menu systems, and awkward control schemes, however, make the game a five-minute wonder that'll make you fear the next time Mario and Sonic get their friends together.
Fire Emblem Warriors isn't a bad game, it's just not the best Dynasty Warriors spin-off.
It's hard to recommend a game that may or may not work each time you load it up.
Miitopia is a perfect introduction to RPGs for those wanting something new.
Those that enjoy mastering controls will absolutely adore the challenge.
Despite the "been there done that" feeling you'll get in the first few hours, it almost feels like a new starting point for the series, and I'm ok with that.
Worthy of your time and money, if you have someone to share it with.
A fantastic contrast to the other slow-paced open-world launch game you’re playing.
Color Splash is a fun game that is almost the step in the right direction the series needs to take.
It's not even the best Zelda game in the last five years
A new direction for the series manages to lose what made the original so special.
Steamworld Dig on the Wii U is the fifth release, and they're covering every platform for a reason. The game is addictive and a lot of fun. What the Wii U offers over and above the others is that you can play it both on the TV or solely on the gamepad.
If you already have a regular get together, and you own a PS4 and a handful of controllers then you should definitely consider grabbing this to add to your group's schedule.
If you're a Metal Gear Solid fan looking for your next hit, or someone who loves soaking up everything a title has to offer, then absolutely. It's a wonderfully crafted experience that looks and sounds fantastic. There's been a lot of love given to this "demo" in ensuring it feels right at home next to the others in the franchise.
I should be glad that Grim Fandango hasn't had the same crushing change to its main character that the Monkey Island remasters had, but a part of me wishes a little more had been updated. It's still a bit rough around the edges, the graphics are only slightly improved, and the animation just as broken as the original. But it's funny, the writing is fantastic, the voice acting simply superb, and it's a joy to play from start to finish.
Whether on your TV with motion controls or in portable mode with buttons, ARMS is a blast to play.
It really is more fun with two.
Is it perfect? Not quite, but none of the flaws matter when you're 15 matches in and the promise of doing something productive with your night is all but forgotten.