Reviews from all games reviewed on my PS5. Here are all my links Twitter @grimreapersage Email garylodge1984@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/c/GRIMREAPERSAGE
I was given a xbox one review code by keymailer.co This is Developed by Pigeon Dev and Published by http://www.SometimesYou.com @pinkerator ( Active Neurons 7.5 Bucket Knight 8.0 )
This is released in the UK on 3/6/2020 and in the UK priced at £4.19.
INTRODUCTION
Awesome Pea 2 – Next chapter of the classic platformer game. Greedy Pea is back in the game! Now with even more dark dungeons, deadly traps and gold!.
FEATURES
* Pixel gameboy – style graphics (when everything is green.)
* 25 different and challenging gameplay levels.
* Lots of shiny coins to collect.
* Retro soundtrack (sounds like your old computer.)
PROS
* Very old school difficulty so you have to complete the level in one go no checkpoints.
* Cool retro soundtrack.
* Has a cool CRT filter if you wanna play as if you on a old TV.
* You get a sense of achievement after each level due to one life.
* Character is very cute as he a pea with a smiley face and eyes pleasant to look at.
* There 25 levels and all levels are very different to each other.
CONS
* Very simple gameplay may put people off.
* Because the colour scheme is all green makes some hard to tell which platforms are solid to jump on.
* There is no replay ability after all levels are completed.
* The old school difficulty might annoy some people as no checkpoints makes if you die you have restart whole level again.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 6.5/10
This game has some issues like one life no checkpoints but it is fun if you love old school platformers buy it as a fun game.
I was given a xbox one code for review by Developer GhostShipGames and is published by Coffee Stain Publishing.
This is released in the UK on 13/05/2020 and in the UK priced at £24.99.
INTRODUCTION
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves 100% destructible environments,procedurally generated caves,and endless hordes of alien monsters.
FEATURES
* Light your path. The underground caves are dark and full of terrors with rechargeable lights to light up the pitch black caverns.
* High-Tech Gadgets,Weapons. Dwarves know what to bring to get the job done such as flamethrowers,gatling guns,portable platform launchers,zip lines,and many more.
* Procedurally generated cave network. Explore a network of procedurally generated caves full of enemies,treasure to find where no two playthroughs are the same.
* XBOX ONE X ENHANCED.
* 4 Unique classes all different.
* Scout, light up caves with flare launcher grapple around on your on grappling hook gun.
* Gunner mow down all enemies with the power of the gatling gun like a boss.
* Driller chew through solid rock with drills on your hands and burn all enemies with the heat of the flamethrower.
* Engineer deploys turrets to defend yourself while mining use the platform launcher gun to build platforms to get around and help escape if stuck.
* All levels are 100% fully destructible from start to finish everytime.
PROS
* All levels are fully 100% destructible is awesome.
* The levels are all procedurally generated this helps keep all playthroughs feel fresh and suspenseful.
* There are 4 unique classes which are all different in terms of skills,weapons,abilities,playstyles.
* Alot of weapons,gadgets all feel different everything from flamethrower,turrets,grapple gun,platform launchers.
* Based on my xbox one x it ran a smooth 60 fps and looked gorgeous from levels to enemies.
* Game has a cool affect because it has procedural levels it makes you want to try one more time as never know what you find on your run.
* Alot of customization in game duch as colours,look of face,beard,armor,weapons all help make your character unique.
* This game shines when playing 4 player co-op but has amazing gameplay elements and also it is totally playable as solo player you get robot sidekick who cool can revive u dig shoot enemies.
* Combat is refreshing as it very chilled one minute while trying to find materials for either the objective or just farming materials then next minute you get ambushed very cool keeps you on your toes.
CONS
* At start very confusing could have done with a better explanation or a tutorial as very daunting but worth persevering through.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 9/10
Overall 100% buy this solo or multiplayer it awesome very addictive gameplay love the fact every level is new each time very highly recommended.
These videos are from my mixer.com/grimreapersage7 and my YouTube grimreapersage which i use to help me with my review.
I was given a xbox one review code by Publisher @blacktowervc and Developed by Goonswarm.
This is released in the UK on 8/05/2020 and in the UK priced at £16.74.
INTRODUCTION
Sin Slayers is an RPG with roguelite elements set in a dark fantasy world where your choices determine how challenging the fights will be.Create,equip lead a team of heroes. Each unit has its own abilities,weakness plan your combat strategy primeval forests,crypts full of fallen warriors.Battles,traps,bizarre enemies everything trying to kill you in between battles rest at fountains,churchs,waterfalls. Travel every path and byway of the valley obtain new weapons,complete quests gather ingredients for magical elixirs,craft armors if a item is beyond your ability head back to the blacksmith at the church.
FEATURES
Sin Slayers Enhanced Edition includes all previously released expansions which include new locations,items,enemies,heroes,new storyline,many additional quests.
* Randomly generated locations.
* Roguelite with Dungeon crawler elements.
* Turn based JRPG combat system.
* Dark fantasy world.
* Sinfulness system changes difficulty of the game.
PROS
* Very big list of characters and every character has different stats,abilities,style.
* Sinfulness system is cool changes level makes it harder by up the enemy level this also goes up do things like open doors,search bodys.
* Graphics are cartoonish hand drawn very pretty.
* Loads of different builds for each character and you can build them play how you want.
* Love all randomly generated locations never know what you get each run.
* Has a addictive feel makes you want keep trying even when you fail (Happened alot)
CONS
* Sinfulness system kinda makes you not wanna risk opening doors,bags.
* Because it random generated sometimes feels you set to fail.
* Very hard game steep learning curve may put some people off.
* Hated that quests are cancelled when leave area and all random if you find quest giver.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I WOULD GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 6.5/10
So game has a couple issues that might put some people off but it is a fun deep and challenging game if you persevere.
This is footage of me streaming on mixer.com/grimreapersage7 which i used to help write my review.
I was given a xbox one review code by Publisher and Developer @AwesomeGamesStd furyunleashed.net
This is released in the UK on 8/5/2020 and in the UK priced at £16.74.
INTRODUCTION
Fury Unleashed is a combo driven roguelite action platformer each kill you make increases your combo. Hit certain thresholds and your damage resistance,healing powers will kick in.
FEATURES
* Ever-changing comic book,Explore the pages of a living comic book where ink is a valuable resource find out why John Kowalsky creator of Fury Unleashed is having a creativity crisis,see you able help him.
* Gameplay-impacting combo system kill enemies quickly enough to unleash your fury.
* Game customization options- choose either challenging Hard mode or play on easy to adjust to your skills complete on hard mode to unlock higher difficulties.
* Roguelite with soft permadeath- Discover worlds created by a mix of hand designed levels procedural levels, unlock permanent upgrades aswell.
* Master each enemy’s behaviour patterns and overcome a total of 40 bosses and all accompanied by epic composer Adam Skorupa and Krzytof Wierzynkiewicz, the creators of music for The Witcher,Bulletstorm,Shadow Warrior.
PROS
* Music is awesome very metal inspired fits game perfectly.
* Character customization is deep and allows you to build your hero how you want.
* Procedural generated levels, how keep each playthrough feel fresh and excitement each run.
* Challenges appear and are random each time some easy some hard all challenging and fun.
* Over 40 bosses all have own attack, behaviour patterns helps keep you on your toes as never know what boss will spawn.
* Super slick controls and satisfying traversal.
* Four scenarios from Aztec jungles, Sci-fi Nazis,Alien invaders provide alot of variety and fun.
* Tons of weapons and unlocks help keep you coming back time after time very addictive.
CONS
* Randomised levels may not appeal to some people.
* Tough difficulty may put some people off as even i died lots and played game alot.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 8.5/10
Overall this game is difficult but very fun especially if you enjoyed Dead Cells,Metal Slug type of games. You get alot of game for your money and very addictive gameplay.
I would definitely recommend this game as alot of fun and value for the price.
This is footage from me streaming this on my mixer.com/grimreapersage7 which used to help do review.
I was given a xbox one review code by publisher and developer @ZenIndies @zen_studios
This was released in the UK on 29/04/2020 and in the UK priced at £16.74.
INTRODUCTION
Your cruise was so relaxing until the monsters from another dimension showed up to kill everyone.A tactical turn based RPG with roguelike elements,Dread Nautical combines immersive gameplay with a cartoonish yet captivating eerie tone. Supernatural forces have overwhelmed a cruise liner called Hope with mysterious malevolent monstrosities fight them off as four unlikely heroes.
FEATURES
* 20 decks to traverse and explore try solve the mysteries of the HOPE.
* Make sure your companions rest,or panic may overtake them.
* Your weapons,bandages,and other items deteriorate and limited resources.
* Think several steps ahead during each battle,plotting the optimal use of each characters action points.
PROS
* Graphics are very detailed and awesome looking.
* Every character you choose at start is very different in terms stats,abilities,inventory.
* All weapons,armor,deteriorate from use and taking hits can break costing more to repair them.
* Story is intriguing and holds your attention from start to finish.
* You can replay levels for farming and potentially find secrets,new equipment.
* 20 Levels and big levels which have alot of replay ability.
* Weapons all have different AP points per use make you manage your AP for every fight.
* Deep customization such as AP,Health,Inventory meaning you can build characters to your playstyle.
* Feels fair in doesn’t punish you and even when i failed resets you before start level and made me want retry and replay levels to farm,potentially find better stuff.
CONS
* The fact that your equipment,armor breaks and you can risk repair if you dont have enough scrap fully repair which if fail destroys item which may annoy some.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I WOULD GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 9/10
I found only a couple of issues but cannot stress if you new to turn based or played alot of them then 100%
BUY THIS GAME YOU WONT REGRET IT.
Here are all my videos from my streaming on mixer.com/grimreapersage7 which i used to help make my review.
I was given a xbox one review code by publisher http://www.SometimesYou.com and is Developed by Potata company.
This is released in the UK on 13/05/2020 and in the UK priced at £12.49.
INTRODUCTION
This adventure platformer tells a story of a young witch exploring fairy forests to find herself and save her home.Join her quest now! Immerse yourself into a picture-perfect fantasy solve numerous puzzles, fight enemies,reveal all the secrets… and don’t forget to save the world!.
FEATURES
* Wonderful world.
* Relax gameplay.
* Exciting story and funny characters.
* Bosses.
* Amazing puzzles with several solutions.
* Awesome art style.
PROS
* Graphics are very retro looking almost hand drawn.
* World is pretty and feels alive and makes you want to explore.
* Story is interesting and enjoyable and easy to follow.
* Puzzles are challenging,rewarding when you solve them.
* Gameplay easy pick up and play there attack,jump buttons.
* Retro style way to solve puzzles such as put planks across a giant flytrap mouth to cross.
* Characters are very enjoyable and have alot of humor.
CONS
* May be to simple for some as just attack,jump buttons.
* Can be frustrating as alot of jumps are fails and alot of trial and error to jumps.
* Puzzles can be very annoying as there loads and not explained well.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 7/10
Overall this game is fun and i did enjoy it but the puzzles really annoyed me as were very frustrating and had look up guides as i struggle with puzzles.
If you like old school platformers with challenging puzzles buy this.
This is from me streaming on mixer.com/grimreapersage7 and writing my review
I was given a xbox one review code This was Developed and Published by @2zombiegames 2zombie.com
This in the UK was released on the 24/04/2020 and in the UK priced at £16.74.
INTRODUCTION
Quest Hunter is an isometric action RPG where your choice drives the story. Find tons of treasures and secrets solve puzzles,equip your character,level up your skills and finish off enemy bosses.Play on the couch,alone or with friends,or make a online party for up to 4 players.
FEATURES
* Story driven RPG: Influence the storyline,choosing answers in dialogues.Save the world from eternal darkness.
* Random generated dungeons: Try your luck see if you can find your way out of the dungeon.
* Quest and Puzzles: Move,turn,light,switch over dig up solve a variety of puzzles and search for treasure.
* Skills and Super Powers: Upgrade character attributes explore new skills.Become a invincible killing machine.
* Weapons,Armors,and Items: Find create and upgrade your weapon and armor cook potions or make bombs.
* Cross play in co op mode available on all platforms.
* Cunning bosses find your approach to them.
PROS
* Cool almost hand drawn cel shaded graphics.
* Combat is very fun basic as you have three abilities assigned to buttons and a block button and attack but combat is very fun and enjoyable.
* Upgrades are cool and interesting abilities.
* Story is engaging and kept me interested and has choices which was surprising and nice little touches.
* Has customization options which help you make a unique hero some outfits are cool like top hats.
* Nice and simple upgrade options for health,armor,as basic unlike other games with loads menus,stats to learn.
* Upgrade options for backpack and box nice as there alot stuff you pick up on your adventures.
* Almost everything is destructible from trees,stones,boxes.
* Very addictive gameplay that drags you into the world and it feels alive and enjoyable to experience.
CONS
* The game is basic in terms of combat and abilities that may put some people off the game.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I WOULD GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 9/10
I really enjoyed this game having played Diablo and other games like that this felt nice as not as complicated but definitely would recommend this as a buy has alot of charm in terms of game and world,humour. BUY THIS FUN AND ENJOYABLE.
Here are the videos from me streaming while writing my review on mixer.com/grimreapersage7
I was given a xbox one review code by digeratidistributution.com who are the Publisher and the Developer is Failbetter games and Nephilim games
This is released in the UK on 24/04/2020 and in the UK priced at £16.74.
INTRODUCTION
“LOSE YOUR MIND.EATYOUR CREW.DIE.
Take the helm of your steamship in a Victorian Goth roleplaying game of discovery,Loneliness and frequent death.Find your father’s bones. Determine London’s destiny.
FEATURES
* Sunless sea zubmariner edition includes base game and the extensive underwater expansion.
* Build up your story across generations of zailors who braved the sea and lost.
* Upgrade your steamship with powerful engines cannons and pneumatic torpedo guns.
* Discover the treasures the zee has claimed.
* Choose a ship’s mascot.
* Trade or smuggle silk and souls.
* Hire unique officers,each with their own story.
* Real-time combat against ships and Zee beasts, spider-crewed dreadnoughts and sentient icebergs.
PROS
* Game has very cool steampunk victorian look and feel and world feels lived in.
* Has alot of choices which is good feels different everytime.
* There multiple mascots all have different stats and all cool looking.
* Nice feeling of freedom as can you go anywhere.
* Appeal to people who want manage everything from morale of crew to what do with enemy’s you kill.
CONS
* Combat is very basic wish had better controls more direct and precise controls.
* The ships need be better controlled as it feels kinda unresponsive slow to turn made me get hit more than felt should of.
* To many options is kinda overwhelming at start.
* Almost feels as if you doomed to failure at start.
* Overall just felt dull overwhelming and alot issues and couldn’t get into story.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 5/10
Overall had alot issues combat,story,to many dialogue options feels if you doomed from start.
I couldn’t get into story or world but feel if you love micro management and victorian steampunk setting you will like this game.
I was given a xbox one code for review by Developer ternoxgames.com and is published by Victory Road LLC.
This is released in the UK on 21/04/2020 and in the UK priced at £4.19.
INTRODUCTION
Taimumari:Complete Edition includes full Taimumari game with all the dlcs and legend of Himari mini game! Retro-style platform game in keeping with the best traditions of games of our childhood! Take control of the Himara,the young female wizard travelling across various ages to settle the balance in time across the whole world!
FEATURES
* Various levels.
* Alot of abilities to learn.
* Hardcore action gameplay, wont leave you bored.
* Control the time and space!.
* Secrets and easter eggs.
* Character leveling system.
* Three difficulty levels.
* All villains are people just like you: Learn what’s the reason behind them turning into their current state, or just fight them without further ado.
PROS
* There are alot of spells to learn all very different in use some beams some area of effect.
* Controls very basic and nice not alot to learn.
* Very retro feel cross between mario,alex the kidd very cool.
* Collectables are very addictive made me want replay to get them all.
* Graphics retro pixel feel is pretty.
* For the price you get a very fun game and surprisingly longer game with alot in the game to enjoy.
CONS
* No volume option for music which very annoying as found was loud and wish could change but no option wierd.
* No controller re-map where some people may get annoyed by this.
* Very basic game may not be everyone style very anime look may put people off.
* No real replay ability if you not bother with collectables then it a short game.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 6/10
Overall for the price is fun little game good for achievements if you intrested in that just has some issues but main one once done the story and collectables it basically done move on.
If you want fairly easy 1k buy it.
Here is my video from my streaming this to make content for my review mixer.com/grimreapersage7
I was given a review code on xbox one by publisher,developer UglyBeardGames LLC.
This is released on the 29/04/2020 in the UK and in the UK priced at £6.69.
INTRODUCTION
Lord Wellington was great adventurer. You’ve traveled to the town near his castle to listen to his stories and learn how to be a great one too. But everything isn’t as it seems and your education might unfold differently than you expected.
FEATURES
* Brawl online with up to 16 players.
* Crawl through dungeons with friends online,local split screen.
* Three different classes all unique feel.
* Artifacts give you special abilities.
* 12 Different maps to Brawl on in team,versus mode.
* Skill tree to customize your character.
* Retro 8 bit style graphics.
* Loads different weapons,items,armor,all different and simple stats to understand.
PROS
* Three different characters and all very unique in both look and play styles.
* Loads different armours,weapons,artifacts.
* Very simple stats page to understand and easy manage inventory system.
* Each of the characters have 4 abilities and overall simple to use and understand.
* Controls are re map able and also has a contact us page very good for contacting them.
* Love how portal you can use anytime takes you back to town to sell buy more stuff and the fountains in town heal you aswell.
* Simple gameplay makes game very fun and story interesting and had a laugh from start of campaign to end of story.
CONS
* Game may be to simple as just 4 abilities to learn.
* Story not very challenging and boss fights very easy.
* Short game not much replay ability after finish story.
OVERALL SCORE
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 7.5/10
Overall has some issues made by 2 people and for the price it is a very fun game enjoyed it.
Good game is fun worth a buy.
Here is all my videos of my streaming whilst doing review of the game mixer.com/grimreapersage7
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