A cute, solid 3D platform game well worth its price. A Hat in Time has a lot of charm and its gameplay is highly satisfying. If you're looking for a collect-a-thon-style game to sink your teeth into, you should definitely get this one.
Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a 3D Action RPG game from the masters of the genre, Nihon Falcom Corporation. It might look like a kids game, but it has enough depth and gameplay variety to entertain all groups of players. Gurumin has charming lighthearted story with a couple of "twists" (although, by some stretch) and very colorful cast of characters. The simplicity of game's graphics and trademark Nihon Falcom soundtrack make it very accessible, and it's absolutely worth playing. Give this game a try, you won't be disappointed.
REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR is one of the best shooters I've ever played. From the beginning to the end, multiple playthroughs and attempts, this game is filled with highly energetic action, gorgeous 3D graphics and fantastic music. Be sure to download the soundtrack as it is some of the finest video game music ever created. The neon theme, showing dark areas lit with colorful glowing streaks, forming abstract patterns, RE:ACTOR has an authentic look, unmatched among side-scrolling shooters. Music provides great sense of atmosphere, while getting extremely intense during action sequences and boss fights. Combined, they make for an amazing audio-video experience. The game has great replay value and will make you want to improve your high score again and again, with achievements providing additional reward as you play. Rotation mechanic is unique to this title and adds more depth to traditional shooter formula, and inclusion of non-rotating bullets as well as those affected by rotation provides that distinct challenge while allowing smart player to take advantage of the revolver. Controller is highly recommended. This is a title you definitely need to play, if you have any interest in side-scrolling shooter genre. RE:ACTOR is a timeless arcade-style game that will guarantee you hundreds of hours of fun.
YS Origin is my first YS game ever, so I can't compare it with other titles in the series. This game has great story, corny at times, but overall good english text, fitting graphics and atmosphere, and solid gameplay. Players of explorative type will love YS Origin, as it's filled to the brim with helpful items do discover and use through the quest. Levels are cleverly designed and sometimes provide decent platforming challenge, especially in mid-to-final levels. Boss battles are long, challenging and really force you to get good in order to beat them. Controls are not only fluid, but remappable as well, which is definitely a plus in my book, although I highly recommend using a game controller. Music score is epic and well composed, you can't go wrong purchasing this soundtrack for your listening pleasure. Some of the complaints I have are need to grind levels in order stand any chance against bosses, strange damage calculation formula (I look at you, 1 damage), depth perception problems caused by use of 2D sprites on 3D plane and pacing of the game, due to how boring it can at times get. Also, achievements at the time of this review are patched out, and did not work before. With great story, outstanding sound and graphics and superb controls this game is a must-have for fans of exploration action games. Be sure to get it and experience it for yourself, you'll not be disappointed.
Corpse Party is a classic Japanese Horror game, that traces its roots back to the age of PC-98. The game was created by a small group of enthusiasts, and has great atmosphere, good story, unusual ways to make you uneasy, and it did scare the crap out of me a couple times. Remember that this is not a PSP/3DS version with 5pb's art and voices, but maybe you'll find this version more pleasing. While graphics are minimal and gameplay is outright archaic, the music, sense of horror and character development more than makes up for it. The story is touching, deeply developed and at the time was a fresh new concept. If you're of easily scared type, Corpse Party is gonna haunt you for weeks. Be sure to pick this up, especially if you're into obscure Japanese games or looking for a game to film your next let's play video.
