Imagine my surprise when I got word of Demon Tides, an indie game that intends to recapture that same feeling of thrilling exploration and vibrant world-hopping that Wind Waker and A Hat in Time did. Yeah, it was a no-brainer to dive into this game to see if it hits the mark. And let me tell you, it absolutely does.
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by Michael Fertitta
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11 Feb 2026
In 2000, Nintendo released the original Paper Mario, an instant hit for RPG and Nintendo fans alike. While recent entries have left many fans disappointed, its legacy has spawned several titles from indie devs that have attempted, and generally succeeded,…
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Metroidvanias are a genre that always scratched a certain part of my brain. The gameplay concept of gradually opening up a world to explore with skills you gain over time is incredibly entertaining to me. Imagine my surprise when I…
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I had the opportunity to sit down with a preview build for Romeo is a Dead Man after all this waiting, so now it’s time to see what I have gotten myself into.
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2025 was an incredible year for games, and naturally, it was just as difficult for me to keep up with all the games coming out. So instead of a top 10, here’s my top 5. 5. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds –…
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by Michael Fertitta
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26 Nov 2025
Demonschool is a great strategy-RPG that clearly takes a lot of notes from its influences such as the Devil Summoner series, though admittedly it lacks a bit of the gameplay depth that those games have with regards to character stats. However, what Demonschool lacks in complexity it more than makes up for in its visual style, entertaining dialogue, and satisfying combat.
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by Michael Fertitta
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04 Nov 2025
When I first tried out Katamari Damacy: REROLL as a Nintendo Switch Online game trial, I immediately fell in love with the series. The act of just rolling up everything around you into a giant ball is just cathartic, and…
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Formed by ex-Capcom developers 30 years ago, Inti Creates is a developer and publisher that I find myself checking in on periodically. Whether it’s to show off spiritual successors to games like Mega Man through the Azure Striker Gunvolt series…
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by Michael Fertitta
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24 Sep 2025
Originally released in 1997, Final Fantasy Tactics is a cult classic from the PS1 era. Deviating from the established traditional JRPG format of the main series up to that point, Tactics allowed millions of players to immerse themselves in the…
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by Michael Fertitta
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02 Sep 2025
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is a fantastic arcade kart racer. In true blue hedgehog fashion, players are greeted with a high-octane racer that doesn’t waste a second of the player’s time when it comes to chasing for first place. The high…
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VOID/BREAKER, in its current state, serves as a solid foundation for what will evolve into an even more thrilling and replayable experience. The roguelite elements are positively compatible with the FPS gameplay, creating a gameplay loop that is both simple…
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We’ve all had those moments when we’re traveling and have silent expectations of how we want our experiences to go. Whether you’re going to a movie theater and want a good spot or just want to survive a multi-hour long…
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