Well-paced, brimming with atmosphere, and sporting a remarkable level of worldbuilding, Singularity stands as one of the leanest ‘n meanest linear FPSs of its generation. The blend of TMD abilities and potent firepower makes every fight feel unpredictable and empowering, while Katorga-12’s tragic backstory imbues each level with tangible dread. If you’re a fan of Half-Life 2, F.E.A.R., BioShock, Atomic Heart, and Metro, you’ll find a lot to love and fondly recall in Raven’s pleasantly idiosyncratic shooter.
Of all the RPGs I've played these past couple of decades, Chained Echoes proved to be one of the most nostalgic and accessible genre entries out there. From an epic story that shines a light on a cast of colorful and three-dimensional characters to QoL features such as resetting health/magic bars post-battle and fast traveling on a whim, Chained Echoes never ceased to amaze me with its presentational and gameplay qualities. Special mention has to go to the soundtrack, which succeeded in sucking me into the game’s world thanks to its vivid blend of rousing tracks and ambient tunes. If you're looking for a reasonably priced and very well-rounded (J)RPG that'll keep you entertained for hours on end with its narrative beats and exploration loop, Chained Echoes is worth checking out.
As someone who absolutely adores Japanese and American culture, seeing a game like Shogo: Mobile Armor Division mix anime aesthetics with FPS mechanics had me insanely excited. After playing it, I can safely say that this cross-cultural game has exceeded my expectations. The gunplay is fun, the voice-acting is superb (for a game heavily influenced by anime) and the visuals, although dated, still have some charm to them. I really hope that Monolith gives this game the sequel it deserves. With prettier anime graphics, a more involving storyline and a tighter mission structure, Shogo 2 could become another classic. It's been more than 15 years since we've have our dose of anime-infused FPS action. Make Shogo 2 happen, Monolith.
