# Gamers-Haven > Honest Game Reviews and Gaming Content! ## Posts - [Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon | WE NEED MORE GARLIC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dracula-3-the-path-of-the-dragon/): Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon represents a departure from the earlier installments in this series. In this game, you play the role of a Catholic priest in the year 1920, who has been dispatched by his local Cardinal to conduct research into some strange disease reported in Romania; largely non-Catholic at the time. You will meet many people throughout your journey; the cast of characters is considerably larger than in prior episodes. The graphics and controls are markedly improved, and the story itself is longer and more flushed out. Upon arrival in Romania, you learn that those suffering from […] - [Dracula 2: The Last Sanctuary | GARLIC 2 ELETRIC BOOGALOO!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dracula-2-the-last-sanctuary/): Dracula 2: The Last Sanctuary follows on the heels of its predecessor…Dracula: The Resurrection. We here continue our Sony PS1-era sojourn into blood and darkness. Once again, you take the reins as protagonist Jonathan Harker, and I must say that this installment is scarier, more intense, and more interactive than the first game in this series. It seems that your beloved wife has once again been captured by Dracula, along with a special ring that you must procure in hopes of defeating the Transylvanian Count once and for all. In Dracula 2, you will explore various locations throughout the city of […] - [Dracula: The Resurrection | BREAK OUT THE GARLIC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dracula-the-resurrection/): Dracula: The Resurrection is the first in a series of point-and-click adventures centering around Transylvania’s most noted son. In this game, you play the role of one Jonathan Harker, on a journey across Europe to find his beloved wife who has been seduced by Count Dracula. If you are a fan of the old Sony PS1 adventures, you will enjoy this…since it’s a direct port from that platform! The game provides a simple but convenient inventory system, as well as eight save slots. The storyline is straightforward and easy to navigate; making this game a nice trainer, should you decide to […] - [Shiftlings | IT'S BEST TO TEAM UP WITH A FRIEND!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shiftlings/): Shiftlings, from Rock Pocket Games, is an interesting take on the traditional left-and-right platformer, where you take control of two alien twins; one green and the other red. The twins can be controlled either by a single player or via cooperative tandem. In this game, the object is to get from the beginning point on a map to some sort of exfiltration spot. As you progress, you’ll navigate tight crawl spaces and precarious jumps, as well as activate mechanical contraptions along the way. In addition to the game’s arcade-like play, Shiftlings also follows a great story. It seems that one of […] - [Pressured | ARE YOU FEELING PRESSURED?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/pressured/): Pressured is a high-speed puzzle game in which you must click on numerals 1 through 9 quickly, or suddenly die. Actually, all you have to do is click on the numbers so as to add up to a target total, shown in the top-left corner. This has to be done before the thermometer on the right-hand side of the screen blows its stack. If you can reach the target five times in quick succession, you advance to the next round! In the following diagram, for example, the target number reads “29”. You must therefore click on central digits until they add […] - [Pixel Puzzles: UndeadZ | IT'S A JIGSAW PUZZLE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/pixel-puzzles-undeadz/): Pixel Puzzles: UndeadZ is a unique, albeit horrific take on the typical jigsaw puzzle of old! In this game, you have to put together jigsaw puzzles.  You must do them quickly or zombies will come and attack you at the bottom edge of the screen! As the zombies are progressing from left to right, you must shoot at them, and also use other types of turrets, landmines, and barricades to stop them from reaching your little soldier positioned at the screen’s bottom-right corner. As the puzzle pieces fit into place, you will periodically earn “Zed” tokens, which can be used to […] - [RockSmash! A Year in the Neighborhood | THEY ASKED NICELY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rocksmash-a-year-in-the-neighborhood/): RockSmash! — A Year in the Neighborhood is a delightful arcade-style game, that reminds one of the old classics: Asteroids. The object here is to smash big rocks into little rocks, and little rocks into coins, which you can collect to obtain high scores and also to impress your friends. When you start the game, you choose one of several character types, represented as kids throughout the neighborhood, and each kid has a special ability. One, for instance, is very strong and can smash big rocks into coins immediately, without having to go through the smaller rocks. Another kid is very […] - [Still Life 2 | HUNTING DOWN A MASKED MASS MURDERER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/still-life-2/): Still Life 2 is the sequel to…well…Still Life. In this point-and-click adventure, you once again play the role of a police detective who is trying to locate and track down a mass murderer…a masked mass murderer! To make matters worse, you are being foiled in your efforts by an ornery news reporter, who is making fun of your failures every step of the way. It seems the news reporter herself has now been captured by the murderer, and that’s really the whole point of this game…you get to play as both women: The detective trying to apprehend the murderer, as well […] - [Q.U.B.E: Director's Cut | NOW WITH MORE CUBES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/q-u-b-e-directors-cut/): Q.U.B.E: Director’s Cut is a puzzle/chamber game rendered beautifully in 3-D. While obviously inspired by Portal 2, Q.U.B.E. challenges players’ skills in a different way; even if only their mouse and key-pressing skills. You play the role of a space explorer, quarantined on a vast ship made up entirely of puzzle rooms. Before we continue…a moment of silence while we contemplate the cost, not to mention the sanity of the government who would sign off on such a space vessel. As you proceed from room to room, you must manipulate colored objects which allow you to reach an exit door. This […] - [QP Shooting - Dangerous | IT'S QUITE DANGEROUS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/qp-shooting-dangerous/): From the Orange Juice crew comes another bullet hell shoot-em-up: QP Shooting – Dangerous!! In this game you play as the Orange Juice staff itself, in another one of their amazing games, going around shooting things up. Hence the “bullet hell” in it its tags. A bit about the game besides playing as the Orange Juice staff and shooting things, you progress through various stages while dodging opponents’ bullets and shooting plenty of your own. Even on the easiest setting the game tests your limits because there is no actual “easy” in easy mode. The game is extremely difficult to play […] - [Minimum | YOU CAN DRESS LIKE BARNEY THE DINOSAUR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/minimum/): Minimum is like Legos, but at the same time, it’s not. Some say it’s a “blocky” environment compared to Minecraft. Others say it does not. Simply put, it’s a unique first-person shooter experience in which you blow other players to smithereens! In Minimum the goal is to level up your armor by taking down other players. Upon their defeat, your weapons will automatically level up, and you will receive item drops. These drops allow you to forge better and stronger armor; my personal favorite being the purple dinosaur. It is funny as all hell running around killing other players dressed as […] - [Fist of Awesome | HAND TO HAND COMBAT WITH BEARS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/fist-of-awesome/): Fist of Awesome is an old-style side-scroller, where you play the role of a time-traveling lumberjack named Tim Burr…yes, Tim Burr. It turns out that his family, and indeed all of humanity, have been captured by bears and sent to live in zoos throughout the world. In order to restore humanity and put the bears back in their place, you must traverse space/time and defeat all bears in hand-to-hand combat. The first thing you’ll notice right away is the low-res graphics. The developer obviously wanted that 1980s look. But remember, that decade did offer some incredible graphics; namely the Commodore Amiga […] - [Final Fantasy IV | THE DARK KNIGHT RISES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-iv/): First up is our disclaimer.  We got this game because we wanted to review it, and as such all views in this article, our are own. No money has been exchanged for this review. Final Fantasy IV, like many Square games, is not a direct sequel to Final Fantasy III. It is an entirely new game, following a more direct story with deep character development. In this game, you follow a dark knight named Cecil who is serving a kingdom that ultimately creates war and destruction wherever it goes. Eventually, Cecil confronts his inner evil to ultimately become a paladin and […] - [Defense Zone | A STRAIGHTFORWARD TOWER DEFENSE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/defense-zone/): Defense Zone is an introductory look at the genre known as “tower defense”. In tower defense games, you must stop oncoming waves of enemies from reaching a certain point on a map. The enemies must follow a predetermined pathway to reach your home base or some sort of ex-filtration spot. Your job is to place defensive turrets and other weaponry along the path in order to stop them. If you are a veteran of tower defense games, you will find Defense Zone a little simplistic. It’s a great opportunity though, to introduce friends, family and whomever else hasn’t played this kind […] - [Final Fantasy III | THE ADVENTURE BEGINS, AGAIN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-iii/): Final Fantasy III…the original was released only in Japan. North America and Europe got to play it when it was repackaged and distributed as Final Fantasy VI.  Confused?  So were many players when their “new game” played out on screen just a wee bit familiar. “And the 1994 Bonehead Award goes to Square!” Eventually, Final Fantasy III was remade and ported to the Nintendo DS. The game is also available on Steam for PC, replete with that all-important feature: “Steam achievements”! To continue this review, we must now fast-forward in time. “Can you say Square…Enix?” Does Final Fantasy III live up […] - [Battleplan: American Civil War | NOW CALLED "CIVIL UNREST"](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/battleplan-american-civil-war/): Battleplan: American Civil War is a tabletop skirmish simulator, loosely based on the major battles of the War Between the States. In Battleplan, you have a strategic simulation; there is no tactical combat here. You play the role of a Field Marshal who sets up shop just outside the range of battle. You then send orders via messenger to your ground troops, so they may overtake and capture 3 important command centers. If you capture all 3 centers, you win the battle. If you capture 0, you lose the battle. If you capture exactly 1 or 2, the skirmish ends in […] - [The 39 Steps | INSPIRED BY ALFRED HITCHCOCK?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-39-steps/): The 39 Steps is a point-and-click adventure based on the 1915 novel of the same name. The story was immortalized 20 years later on screen by my favorite director, Alfred Hitchcock. In this game, you play the role of a man who finds himself caught up in military espionage and counter-espionage, and is falsely accused of murder. During the game, you visit places throughout the city of London to gather clues and ultimately figure out the mystery of the thirty-nine steps. The gameplay itself follows the classic “still frame” progression from one region to another as you explore the map. But […] - [War of the Human Tanks - ALTeR | MOE WAR, MOE WARCRIMES](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/war-of-the-human-tanks-alter/): War of the Human Tanks – ALTeR is the sequel to the original WotHT, released back in 2012. The object is to take control of a small army, represented by manga characters, on a hex-board reminiscent of classic Battleship. The enemy player has an army similar to yours, and both are hidden from their opponent’s view. The idea is to reveal the location of enemy units and blow them to bits with your little manga characters who have a special ability, focusing on one of three specific skill radii: Attack, Movement, and Recon. Attack: Determines how many hex spaces (technically octagons) […] - [The Amazing Spider-Man 2 | MOVE OVER TOBEY MAGUIRE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-amazing-spider-man-2/): Taking the role of Peter Parker once again from the Amazing Spider-Man movie franchise. In the Amazing Spider-Man 2, You swing heroically thru the city unless your menace meter says otherwise then all of New York hates you. Seriously when it gets late game it gets really annoying as there are so many problems showing up that you can’t handle anymore which basically gives you a reason. Simply not to try helping anyone anymore. Despite that one major downer the story overall is fairly nice as are the controls although they can be quite buggy at times. Get it? Buggy? Or […] - [100% Orange Juice | YOUR VITAMIN C DIRECT FROM JAPAN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/100-orange-juice/): Ah, orange juice is a beautiful and tasty beverage. Heck I have some sitting in my fridge right now. Oh wait, the game…wonder how I could have gotten the two things confused. YouTube does, so I guess it’s natural. 100% Orange Juice is a board game for the PC that plays like a Mario Party title. Instead of the two guys from Italy, you play as the staff of a Japanese game studio called Orange Juice. The Orange Juice team serves up a really great game that you can play with others all over the world. In 100% Orange Juice, you travel […] - [Qbeh-1: The Atlas Cube | PEACEFUL PUZZLE SOLVING, YES!!!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/qbeh-1-the-atlas-cube/): Qbeh-1: The Atlas Cube is a puzzle-solving game where you pick up and place blocks, and then pick them up again and put them down again in a fashion similar to that of Minecraft accept. You don’t really hit them over and over again to pick them up. In each area, the puzzles get progressively harder implementing more things to learn and figure out besides just picking up and placing blocks. Some blocks can only be placed in certain areas as well making things a bit more complex and complicated. But overall the game is really beautiful and really relaxing to […] - [Of Guards and Thieves | NOW FREE TO PLAY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/look-of-guards-and-thieves/): Of Guards and Thieves or OGAT as it is commonly referred to is a surprisingly goofy game with various game modes from stealing the loot to surviving a zombie horde. Each is played by someone around the globe. There is even a soccer ball mode (Football for everyone else from around the globe.) In the stealing mode, you are either the thief or the guard the thief’s goal is to steal an object casually laying around the office or wherever it is being held and the objects are normally in value only to gamers. Such as the cake from Portal 2, […] - [Heckabomb | A CHAOTIC SPACE BULLET HELL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/heckabomb/): In Heckabomb you are a pilot flying thru area’s blowing up asteroids and collecting materials to upgrade your spacecraft. As well as blowing up alien spaceships to collect materials and upgrade your spacecraft.   You fight thru various stages to conquer the enemies who destroyed your home world in a bout of revenge. Heckabomb is the doomsday weapon that leads to the end of your home world. Now out in a fight for revenge, you fight back taking the battle to them. Honestly, though the thing I enjoyed most about this game is its soundtrack possibly one of the best scores for […] - [Project Root | IT'S ANOTHER BULLET HELL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/project-root/): Take a classic arcade shooter like Star Shooter give it a modern fighter pilot twist and updated graphics and congrats you have created Project root. In this arcade-styled shoot’em up you fly around building up your ship and completing tasks. Before the end of a level, a boss shows up to try and wreck your day. The game like many arcade shooters is comprised of stages and you go to battle your way thru them all with limited lives and nothing but the powers of button mashing and your cunning. Extremely challenging and also extremely fun to play as a fan […] - [Depths of Fear :: Knossos | SURVIVE THE LABYRINTH!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/depths-of-fear-knossos/): Depths of Fear:: Knossos; One of the very first games we reviewed when it was early access falling down into the pit to prove my greatness and slay a mighty minotaur! In this game you go around solving various puzzles and fighting various other creatures along the way or hiding from them I was very good at the second one. Until it’s time to confront the mighty Minotaur and slay the beast. The game is quite complicated at times and has given me a run for my money. Even more so at times has it bested me as I fought to […] - [Project Temporality | SOMEONE CALL THE TIME LORDS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/project-temporality/): Like time travel? Perhaps you like paradoxes and a universe that will self-implode because eight of me exist all in one place at a single moment in time. Alright besides that horrifying thought of there being eight of me at once. Project Temporality is a puzzle-solving game using time travel where you got to create paradoxes to solve various problems as well as rewind time and manipulate the flow of time like you would silly putty. Despite the sinister undertones that are picked up later in the game it remains a heavy puzzle-solving game with complex problems that you really need […] - [Ascendant | A VERY PUNISHING HACK'N'SLASH](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ascendant/): Ascendant is a fighting platform game that takes platform games to new heights because in it each stage from the start of the game is completely random and you only live once. All the power-ups in the stages as well are completely random making it extremely challenging. Even though I knew this I completely forgot as I played and died quite a few times. Fighting my way thru hordes of enemies in a hack and slash that reminds me of the black sheep of Zelda games Legend of Zelda II. Control-wise it is a bit complicated to learn at first but […] - [Derrick the Deathfin | IT'S PAPER CRAFT WITH SHARKS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/derrick-the-deathfin/): In Derrick the Deathfin, you take the role of Derrick a Shark with an attitude after his parents were brutally murdered and turned into well-canned shark meat. Cause who eats Tuna anymore am I, right? Honestly, this is one of the better games I have gotten a chance to play, and the fact that they made the entire game in paper craft is simply amazing and visually amazing as well. The amount of work and effort to even accomplish such a feat is astounding. The gameplay of it is fairly straight forward some stages are races, others have boss battles in […] - [Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness | IT'S EVIL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/necronomicon-the-dawning-of-darkness/): Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness is a point-and-click adventure originally released for the Sony PS1, back in the year 2001. Here in the port-over for the PC, the game remains largely unchanged…in fact it’s completely unchanged! There are no current settings to alter the sound or music volume. There is also no way to change the mouselook, should you prefer the inverted style. However, there is a very easy-to-use inventory system and the game does come with eight save slots. In Necronomicon, you play the role of a young man on a mission to investigate a mysterious gift that was bestowed […] - [International Snooker | LETS PLAY SOME POOL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/international-snooker/): International Snooker brings the British classic to the world in full 3-D magnificence. The pool table looks great, the balls are nice and shiny and there’s a variety of pool cues to start with, as well as to unlock later. In addition to Snooker, there are other forms of pool offered in the game: British 8-ball, American 8-ball, and my personal favorite, 9-ball. The game of Snooker is quite daunting. The table is both longer and wider than in other pool variants. To make matters worse, the pocket openings are smaller and have rounded edges, rather than the squared edges found […] - [Muffin Knight | THE UNICORN POOPS RAINBOWS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/muffin-knight/): In a world where the plot makes little to no sense, Muffin Knight rises to the occasion all thanks to a packet of yeast and some game developers. In Muffin Knight, you must collect all the muffins. Seriously, it’s pretty straightforward, I’m not joking either that is the entire premise of Muffin Knight, it is collect muffins! However things get even more interesting as you play thru and you can change forms from Muffin Knight to Muffin Archer, or my personal favorite a Unicorn who poops rainbows, just like in the squatty potty commercials! In this arcade-style platform game, you got […] - [Hidden in Plain sight | A SIMPLE PARTY GAME, BUT FUN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/hidden-in-plain-sight/): Hidden in Plain sight is a PC game meant mainly for having friends over and partying. Where you and your friends have to play thru stages looking for this that are quite literally hidden in plain sight. The game takes a lot of interesting elements such as hide or seek and builds a game around them or a simple case of who killed who. In which the players all look the same but have to act and blend in so their friends don’t figure out who they are killing or who they are in the game. My only problem with the […] - [Fearless Fantasy | A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF A MOBILE GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/fearless-fantasy/): Fearless Fantasy is a quick combat game that moves at a fast pace, unlike traditional role-playing games. In it, the areas are comprised of stages and you quickly battle thru each stage to get experience and money to buy better equipment. Although there really isn’t a need to backtrack the game gets easier if you do saving up enough money to clear all the areas quickly to finish Fearless Fantasy’s story even faster. The soundtrack to the game and the voice acting is quite superb as well and the main hero actually sounds like Spike Spiegel from Cowboy Bebop. Originally designed […] - [Ampu-Tea | LETS MAKE A SPOT OF TEA!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ampu-tea/): Ampu-tea is a game like Surgeon Simulator except you lost your arm in a war and now you got to re-learn how to use a mechanical limb all for the sole purpose of making tea! You think the game would be easy but like Surgeon Simulator, you got to use not only a keyboard but a mouse as well to control how the hand moves and operates by moving each individual finger. Which is an incredibly complicated process and incredibly challenging considering what you are trying to do. That being pick up a kettle of boiling water pour it into a […] - [Among the Sleep | IT'S A GAME ABOUT CHILD ABUSE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/among-the-sleep/): Among the Sleep, this game is well… First up this is possibly one of the creepiest games I have ever played without a shadow of a doubt. The second thing is that it also holds a darker message that people need to see and hear. Originally my video review didn’t capture just how big of a message this was and I recommend everyone plays it if only to see what I mean. I don’t want to throw too many spoilers out there because it loses their meaning when someone else says them. It is something that has to be experienced for […] - [Radical Roach | TWINKIES TOTALLY SURVIVED ALSO!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/radical-roach/): In a post-apocalyptic world ruled by fleas, only one insect has the power to stand up to them! The Radical Roach, with humanity dead he is the only being left in existence to put a stop to them fighting a war the likes of which we have never seen before! I mean, it’s not hand-to-hand combat more like a big pointy laser, but this Roach totally has this covered, right? Radical Roach is a classic side-scrolling shooting game where you blow up fleas and other various enemies to fight your way to the finish as an incredibly awesome soundtrack plays in […] - [Retro Game Crunch | THROW BACK TO THE 90'S!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/retro-game-crunch/): Retro Game Crunch is a compilation of games seven in total that are themed from the retro era of gaming. Like on the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) a breakdown of each game. *Super Clew Land: A game where you play as an evolving monster who loves to eat things and needs to collect gems scattered throughout the level with a quick save feature if you die and trust me you will die a lot. *End of Line: You are a robot in a world with no more humans who only wants to die but he cannot as other robots will repair […] - [Guilty Gear Isuka | Arcade, Consoles, and even the PC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/guilty-gear-isuka/): Guilty Gear Isuka is an older fighting game that was originally released in arcades back in December 2003. In later years it has worked itself onto other platforms, such as Sony Playstation 2, Xbox, and PC. The game features a unique cast of twenty playable characters; including a cross-dresser named Bridget who I suspect has made several people question their sexuality, the Chief of the International Police Ky Kiske, and everything in between. Despite its age, the game offers a variety of modes in which to fight. There is of course the classic arcade style, as well as two-vs.-two and two-vs-one […] - [Orc Attack: Flatulent Rebellion | THINK "KNOCK OFF" SHREK](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/orc-attack-flatulent-rebellion/): Orc Attack: Flatulent Rebellion is a game where you take control of an Orc of your choosing and do a battle against the mortal enemy ruining your lands. Most notable the humans, because let’s face it humanity sucks. The controls for the game are pretty strait forward the only problem is that the game itself is buggy. Such as when Orcs fall into water normally their life will drain until they get out but most of the time. You will experience a painful and utterly destructive instant death at the hands of a puddle of water. Camera angles also make the […] - [Rhythm Destruction | IT'S A BULLET HELL, WITH STYLE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rhythm-destruction/): Rhythm Destruction is a game where you pilot a spaceship and you destroy various objects coming at you In a Rhythm hence the name. The game controls are easy when you see a object coming in you got to press the right key at the right time. However this presents a problem at times since the game plays a lot like a bullet hell game mixed with a shoot’em up. Making dodging and performing actions at the right time incredibly difficult to do. It gets even harder at times when you realize you got to dodge to the beat if things […] - [Epoch | EVERYONE YOU KNOW IS DEAD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/epoch/): In a world decimated by Robots and war much like the terminator franchise comes a Robot who has to save a princess. Battling your way across various stages in the game of EPOCH. You fight not only for your own survival but also to find and protect the Princess that you fear other robots are after. During your fights, you can upgrade your equipment and your chassis to become stronger and more powerful and when you thought you were strong enough you unlock hard mode and the other difficulty levels after clearing that mode as well. Combat in the game is […] - [A Story About My Uncle | HARDCORE PARKOUR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/a-story-about-my-uncle/): A story about my Uncle is a really amazing story about a boy who is searching for his uncle. Despite what the title of the game says that is literally what the game is about. In the game, you got to solve a few puzzles but more importantly, you got to be extremely good at timing your moves. In this game, you swing from area to area but you are limited to how many swings you can have. This makes it incredibly difficult at times to get around and it just gets even harder later in the game when you get […] - [DreadOut | An Indonesian Horror Story](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dreadout/): In DreadOut you start out as a young Asian girl with latent spiritual powers. What started as a simple road trip takes a turn for the worst as you decide to explore an abandoned town in the middle of nowhere. Seriously, the creep factor is incredibly high in this game. During the day nothing seems out of place and you can casually explore the village where you are. But the moment night falls hordes of malicious spirits come out to get you. Soon you find yourself stuck in a school fighting for your way out solving various puzzles to try and […] - [Shadow Puppeteer | WHAT IF MY SHADOW LEAVES ME?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shadow-puppeteer/): In Shadow Puppeteer you start by playing as a young boy who lives in a village in the middle of nowhere. Late that night a crazed man comes, who is a mixture of Goku from Journey to the West and the crazy windmill guy from Ocarina of Time. Playing his music box, the man begins to rip the shadows from everyone in the village for his own evil reasons. Before your shadow is torn from you, the floorboards collapse and you fall into the basement…plot convenience is strong in this game. When you come to, you learn that you can control […] - [So Many Me | ONE CAN EVEN WEAR A FEZ!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/so-many-me/): In so many me you take the role of Filo a small creature who walks around on two legs and you begin to solve various puzzles and problems along the way. However, things start to get increasingly difficult and you begin to create multiple versions of yourself scattered throughout each level. As the developers would have it these versions can have multiple different looks ranging from Frankensteins’ monster to the eleventh Doctor and various other looks. I personally love to see things like this where the developers let the fandom flow into other games Filo the lovable little creature has even […] - [Son of Nor | YOU COULD BE THE AVATAR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/son-of-nor/): Son of Nor was in early access when we first looked at it. Now that the game is fully released, let’s dive into it. In Son of Nor you play as a creature capable of controlling the elements at a whim, quite similar to characters in Avatar. Instead of having a natural ability to wield them, like Korra or Aang, you instead control the elements via latent magical (telekinetic) abilities. During the game, you will have to master various magical techniques, as well as solve a barrage of extremely challenging puzzles. If these prove too difficult, you can partner with a […] - [Soul Gambler | WHAT WOULD YOU GAMBLE YOUR SOUL FOR?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/soul-gambler/): In Soul Gambler, you start off by being an average person, and straight from the get-go you gain the power to sell your soul in exchange for worldly things. Such as a hot woman, a brand-new car, and wild hot sleepless nights. All of those are accurate minus the second one. You soon find out that having a detectable soul is not what it appears to be as you are hunted by a witch and her minions to take more and more of your soul away and you have to go on the run. The story itself is really nice as […] - [Speed Kills | BUT, SO DOES TOP DOWN GAMEPLAY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/speed-kills/): Speed kills is a racing demolition game where you win races to win money to trick out your ride even more. Then using your new tricked-out car you continue to blow stuff up win more money and trick out your car even more. It’s like Mario Kart meets steroids in a game that is nothing like Mario Kart at all but that gave you an awkward mental image, to say the least. In Speed Kills you visit various planets and compete and a multitude of races to become the best driver in the galaxy and once you have. Conquered the arena […] - [The Incredible Adventure of Van Helsing II | THE GHOST RETURNS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/van-helsing-ii/): In the Incredible Adventure of Van Helsing II, you take control of Van Helsing and fight hordes of battle in a real-time strategy-based fighting system with controls similar to that of a massively multiplayer online game. Fighting alongside you are your friends and allies from the first Van Hellsing games including the quick-witted ghost of a companion who generally acts as your go-to most of the time for selling extra equipment you pick up. Van Helsing II, itself has a deep story compiled with stunning graphics which I have absolutely grown to love in the course of playing this game and […] - [Whispering Willows | WHAT A HAUNTED MANSION SHOULD BE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/whispering-willows/): Whispering Willows, you take control of a young woman searching for her father. During your adventures which ultimately lead you to a broken down old mansion where you meet a ghost. This ghost teaches you how to project your spirit to move around and in return, you help him pass on. The game itself is quite amazing and also very relaxing to play with a paranormal type of game-play not normally found. Taking puzzle solving and adventure to the land of ghouls and ghosts. You’d think that having ghosts in a game would make it frightfully scary but it is not. […] - [The Desolate Hope | BEFORE FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDYS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-desolate-hope/): The Desolate Hope is one of Scott Cawthon’s original games before he made the hugely popular game franchise called Five Nights and Freddy’s. which by the way now will be getting a Hollywood movie. In the game you follow a lone coffee pot defending the digital space around you every night from viruses, Trojans, well the list continues and during the day you are scavenging toys and trinkets from outside to appease your robot overlords. Well, their more like giant robots whose processing power is used to run algorithms and also fight ridiculously awesome boss battles in a Saga Frontier kind […] - [4PM | It's a short cinematic game](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/4pm/): 4PM is a thriller-based movie game and by movie-based game, I mean the person who made the game has had experience in the cinema world but took up game design. However, this isn’t a bad thing as you can see just how talented this person is. As a test to see how good a person’s skills can be for developing a game, I personally think they did a great job. The game itself is incredibly short with an interesting dialog so short in fact I finished the game in an entire 25 minutes and that is counting my screw-ups at a […] - [In Verbis Virtus | I'M A WIZARD HARRY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/in-verbis-virtus/): In Verbis Virtus you take on the role of a young man, or perhaps a woman; the game is not clear on this. Your journey starts off with you traveling through the desert. You collapse, brush yourself off and rise again on your mission to locate a certain temple; which turns out to be quite literally right in front of you! You open the temple door by triggering glyphs on the walls which lead you down into the bowels of the huge structure. That’s where things get crazy and why you need a microphone to play this game. Soon thereafter you […] - [Red Solstice | ON MARS EVERYONE CAN HEAR YOU SCREAM!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/red-solstice/): In Red Solstice, up to eight players meet each other on Mars to kill hordes of Aliens. The game looks great. The controls, however, really bogged me down…at least until I had time to figure them all out. I am somewhat better now. I tried playing online with others but kept getting kicked or yelled at by 12-year-olds. In the end, only my friends and I were able to play but still didn’t get very far with our 2-player and 4-player groups. This makes me wish the game had some sort of a balancing system and a fan base who actually […] - [WARMACHINE: Tactics | DO YOU LOVE WARHAMMER 40K?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/warmachine-tactics/): WARMACHINE Tactics…if you are a comic book or tabletop nerd like me, you have probably heard about it once or twice. Back home in Florida I spent a good number of weekends hanging out at the local comic book store with my friend Josh playing Battle Tech, Warhammer 40K, and War Machine. The allure was strong, as was the odor of miniatures being glued and painted several seats down. I watched Josh play for hours, thinking of all the battles won and lost and wishing I could be part of it. Alas, my wallet wouldn’t allow for it. Recently, however, Privateer […] - [The Secret World | IT'S REALLY NOT SO SECRET](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-secret-world/): The Secret World…despite EA being involved at one point or another and that being a major turnoff for some is actually quite good. The game does have it faults, and a big one for me is the leveling system. There is no level cap, and as such you never stop getting better with skills, abilities, and weapons. The way it works is that you gain AP and SP as you level-up. The AP goes mainly into skills and the SP goes primarily into weapons. Skills are what generate damage in the game. Unlike in traditional MMORPGs, where the laws of point-and-click […] - [Project Nimbus | A FAIRLY DECENT MECH GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/project-nimbus/): Project Nimbus its a “mech” game; a shooter and combat strategy game all rolled into one. From my initial impression, however, the game feels quite stiff. Despite being a huge fan of these games, I’m continually disappointed because developers routinely fail to study the prime points of the genre. Games like Zone of Enders got it right. Not only was it a top seller, but it also delivered what we wanted from a mech game. The vehicles operated smoothly and the AI was well-built. The sounds and voices were great, too. Although still in early access, Project Nimbus has yet to […] - [Heroes and Generals | IT'S WORLD WAR II, BUT FUN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/heroes-and-generals/): First up is our disclaimer. We got this game because we wanted to review it, and as such all views in this article, our are own. No money has been exchanged for this review. Secondly, sense this is an early-access game our views on the game are subject to change regarding updates and future content until the game’s official release. Heroes and Generals is a first-person online shooter taking place during the era of World War II. In it, you can play as different types of soldiers and like all first-person shooters you are shooting another group of people dressed as […] - [Besieged | WE'RE GONNA BLOW SH*T UP!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/besiege/): If you are a fan of medieval fighting and also inventing things then can we recommend a game for you, Besiege is sandbox features and its in-game mechanics are one of the best games I have ever had the privileged of playing. If you are a fan of YouTube and watch people like the Yogscast. You have most definitely seen Besieged by now and the crazy contraptions you can build just to severely maim your enemies. Enemies being the computer-controlled AI. The main focus of the game is to build contraptions to ultimately destroy a target(s) or move to a certain […] - [Guilty Gear X2 | NOW ON MORE PLATFORMS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/guilty-gear-x2/): Guilty Gear, the arcade-style fighting franchise, makes its way back in another round of combat insanity. If you have watched Sol Badguy in ScrewAttack’s Death Battle then you know that the shit has hit the fan in this epic series. Meet Guilty Gear X2; time once again to insert a quarter, pick your fighter, and go to town (minus the putting in the quarter part, unless you are at an arcade and they still have machines set up). You can play in arcade mode…” campaign mode” if you’re not familiar with retro-terminology…as well as in versus mode. You select from a […] - [Evolve | THE GAME HAS EVOLVED INTO EVOLVE STAGE 2?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/evolve/): Evolve The game in which you are either four hunters fighting a giant monster, or a giant monster fighting against four hunters. Either way, it’s a pretty epic battle. Created by Turtle Rock Studios and published by 2K Games, this game takes first-person shooters to a new level of awesome. There are a few important points, however, to note about this game. There is no campaign mode whatsoever; you are playing in a team-based arena battle where all you do is hunt a monster or be the monster…and for no apparent reason. There is also precious little back-story and no plot progression […] - [Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes | I NEED MORE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/haven-review-metal-gear-solid-v-ground-zeroes/): Metal Gear Solid is a hugely popular franchise created by Hideo Kojima of Konami Corporation; at least he was from Konami until he announced that upon the September release of Metal Gear Solid V: Phantom Pain, he is leaving the company. Ground Zeroes is a prequel to Phantom Pain, laying the foundation for the latter title and explaining why “Big Boss” went into a coma. The game is incredibly short. I am not joking. The world record now stands at 10 minutes front to back, assuming you skip all cut-scenes and bonus content. The game costs roughly $15 (USD) or €14 […] - [LITTLEWITCH ROMANESQUE ~EDITIO REGIA~ | YOU'RE HORNY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/little-witch-romanesque-editio-perfecta/): It’s time for my Littlewitch Romanesque review! Now according to The Visual Novel Database (https://vndb.org), the Editio Perfecta version of the game was released in Japan on July 27, 2008, as an 18+ visual novel. It includes the fully voiced Aria to Kaya to Kuro no Tou, not found in the original Shoujo Mahou Gaku Little Witch Romanesque released on February 22, 2007. The game’s two-part title translates to “Magical Girls’ School Little Witch Romanesque”; “Aria, Kaya, and the Dark Tower”. This review is based on JAST USA‘s (http://www.jastusa.com) translation of Editio Perfecta, released on December 22, 2014. An “All-Ages” version […] - [Zentai Suits the easily accessible Cosplay](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/zentai-suits/): Ever wanted to be a Super Hero but could never make the outfit you wanted? I did, and I find it irritating that so many people can cosplay, but I cannot. However an idea came to me, and I realized that there are people who can make it possible for the right price, and as an added bonus my Zentai suit makes me look HILARIOUS because I am overweight. True, some outfits like Gundam suits are a bit out of their league, but Super Heroes in general are not! Ever wanted to be Spider-Man, Batman, or even (and I can’t believe […] - [Dragon Ball Xenoverse | OOPS WE MADE A MULTIVERSE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dragon-ball-xenoverse/): Dragon Ball Xenoverse was created by Bandai Namco Games, and carries the Dragon Ball franchise onto the PC! Battling alongside your favorite heroes such as Goku, Gohan, Vegeta, and Yam… Okay, let’s be honest, if I finished that sentence I’d be killing people with laughter. One interesting feature is that you can create your own Dragon Ball-themed character with Bandai’s in-depth character creator. However, this can create some problems, such as me running into Taylor Swift…or Adolph Hitler! Another issue I have noticed in the game is the lack of a community. Bandai decided to treat the game as a Massively […] - [White Night | CAN YOU SOLVE THE MURDER?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/white-night/): First up is our disclaimer. We got this game because we wanted to review it, and as such, all views in this article are our own. No money has been exchanged for this review. White Night is the first in a series of unique horror games that require players to think and solve puzzles! Ultimately, its core concept is nothing special; it’s all been done before: “Oh no, I’m stuck in a room and I only have this key to get out! Better use the key to unlock that door over there!” Amnesia has done it, Penumbra has done it, as […] - [Carmageddon Reincarnation | WHO DOESN'T LOVE CARNAGE?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/carmageddon-reincarnation/): Carmageddon Reincarnation is a remake of Carmageddon 1, a driving game that got very famous due to its over-the-top violence.  There is no real narratives only pieces of text that slide by on the status screen. The most noticeable thing the series brought to the table is a wide-open sandbox with a solid physics engine, they even included a loop and deformation. Any car can be turned into a compact cube. To make the experience even more over the top, there are powerups all over the map. Such as pinball mode, where everything that is not nailed down will bounce of […] - [Divinity Original Sin | ITS DISCOUNT D&D ON THE PC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/divinity-original-sin/): Divinity Original Sin Is a seriously fun coop RPG experience, that to some degree captures the spirit of tabletop gaming when you argue about the direction of some dialogue. One of the most notable features in this regard is the inclusion of a dialogue duel. If one is faced with a dilemma, such as saving one man or the other man from death. The choice is the players who will survive, but the other player will get a chance to agree or disagree when it comes to the choice, it you reach a stalemate, a game of rock, paper, and scissor […] - [Warframe | NO MORE SOCIAL LIFE FOR YOU!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/warframe/): In the free-to-play Warframe, you are a Tenno, an uber ninja that kicksass and takes names. These ninjas are masters of the gun and the sword and a lot of flashy powers. Though you can also bash your way through the enemy with, bows, mallets, grenade launchers, and more. After all the game takes place in a futuristic version of the Sol system. Most of the plot is still being added compared to the barebone release. For an evolving game like this, the graphics are quite fantastic and very organic. Despite the game running okay on most computers, does not mean […] - [Total War Attila | EMBRACE COMBAT, EMBRACE ATTILA!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/total-war-attila/): Playing Total War Attila is like leasing a car.  You drive it for a while, then opt for a new model with fancier lines and a bit more power.  Having watched the progression of the Total War series, however, I can tell you that the old classics still hold value. Attila is the latest to clock in, but what does he carry in tow?  Beautiful graphics, engaging dialog and music, and a tremendous multiplayer faction system, for sure.  But if you’re expecting to simply hop into the tutorial and begin a campaign, you may want to take it slow.  The game […] - [Leonard Nimoy he lived long and Prospered until the age of 83.](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/the-passing-of-a-legend/): The great actor Leonard Nimoy has passed away at the age of 83. With tears in my eyes I write this as I remembered him fondly growing up I spent a great deal of time watching Star Trek with my brother and my sister and it was one of the happiest moments I can remember from my childhood. I always thought the character he played known as Spock was an ideal character who was something the world always needed an intelligent man who was kind and caring and I like to believe. That Leonard Nimoy will always be remembered that way […] - [Transformers Rise of the Dark Spark | AUTOBOTS ROLL OUT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/transformers-rise-of-the-dark-spark/): Transformers Rise of the Dark Spark is based on the movie Transformers. You think the game would be good but tragically it is far from it. The controls at times are clunky and slow and extremely hard to play with. Character development is based solely on what you would learn in the movies. As well as the animated series if you watched it as a kid. It is interesting to see the two get tied in together but it feels forced and the game runs dry. Besides all this, the game’s audio seems borrowed from the movies instead of having its […] - [Legend of Korra | I'M THE AVATAR; YOU GOTTA DEAL WITH IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/legend-of-korra/): Legend of Korra is a cartoon made for kids but enjoyed by everyone worldwide. It has everything a great story, and a great array of characters some that even come from the original TV series the last Airbender. However, Legend of Korra the game is far from its TV show counterpart. Yes, the voice actors from the show are in it as is the music. But in the game, it runs dry fast, and the game itself even on its hardest setting is incredibly easy to play almost like the Batman games. Although its controls are strait forward the game itself […] - [World of Diving | NO SCUBA CERTIFICATION NEEDED!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/world-of-diving/): World of Diving, Out of all the games I have played that are simulation-based I think World of Diving holds a special place for me. It is a diving simulation game where you can free dive into shipwrecks and explore the ocean floor. As well as lakes and various other places but more than that. It can connect people from around the world who enjoy diving. But moreover, I think its applications in the field of medicine are better. You see one of my parents has a medical condition where they cannot go diving anymore as the pressure from diving would […] - [Gear City | YOU MAKE THINGS GO BRRR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/gear-city/): Gear City is an interesting name for this international tycoon simulator. It could easily have been called “Gear Planet”. The object is to start off in the year 1900 as the CEO of a small upstart auto manufacturing company. As the decades of the 20th-century progress, your goal is to make it to the year 2010 as the world’s leading car company. As a boss, you spend most of your time in your office, managing the day-to-day happenings of a car business, and actually, this could be any business. You create ledgers, as well as manage income and expenses. You build […] - [Tough Times at Red 5 Studios!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/tough-times-at-red5/): There are Tough Times at Red 5 Studios. I want to start off by saying that I know it’s hard for a lot of people out there. Everyone is in a tough financial situation and the people at Red 5 Studios (Red 5) are no different. However, on this same note, it’s easy to criticize someone and never offer any way to help. Employees at Red 5 have not been paid, and as the Reddit AMA suggests, morale has been really low there for a while. I’ve also tried to reach out to our friends at Red 5, but to no […] - [Sora | MOE FIGHTING MOE BULLET HELL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sora/): Sora (空) is a Japanese word for “sky”. It also happens to be the name of the protagonist in an upcoming indie bullet-hell shooter developed by Orange Juice and published by Fruitbat Factory. Sora takes place on a planet torn apart by war. Out of the chaos a girl is born with a natural instinct for combat. She is compelled to fight, yet she knows not why (kind of like my mother-in-law). Sora‘s premise is simple: shoot and dodge your way through ever-increasingly difficult waves of enemy ships. The game features an optional tutorial, which is presented on a matrix-style grid. […] - [Dragon Quest Heroes | A DYNASTY WARRIORS ADVENTURE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dragon-quest-heroes/): Dragon Quest is a popular franchise that has spawned numerous titles and inspired countless others. It features artwork from Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z. The franchise has finally made its way to Steam in the form of Dragon Quest Heroes. So now everyone can play and enjoy. Now being honest with you all, I started playing Final Fantasy first and didn’t learn or realize that Dragon Quest was the initial starting point that helped inspire Final Fantasy. The first time I ever even learned about it in the sense of the series was from “The Hero […] - [OTTTD | OVER THE TOP TOWER DEFENSE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/otttd-top-tower-defense/): In OTTTD (Over the Top Tower Defense) you’re poor, poor unemployed war veterans without a job. But lucky enough HeroCorp is here to save the earth and make mankind great again by preemptively invading other dimensions and liberating them. As the name implies, this is a tower defense game and it is indeed over the top. Aside from lasers, missiles, and bullet-spewing turrets, there are also three soldiers to command, each with two abilities that can be leveled up. Each class is unique and a definite requirement for completing the game. As usual, there is a base to defend, where a […] - [Just Cause 3 | THIS DESERVES A HEAVY METAL SOUNDTRACK](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/just-cause-3/): I’ve got to say, out of all the games I’ve played, Just Cause 3  takes the award for being the most stunning in visuals…with its crystal blue oceans and its vast terrain that are pretty much all destructible! I’ve heard great things about the Just Cause series, so I wanted to see what all the hype was about. So this is our review of Just Cause 3.  Now bear in mind, I haven’t played any of the previous titles in the Just Cause franchise and because of that, I feel like I’m missing out on a lot of stories here. I’m […] - [Rise of the Tomb Raider | YOU MEET JESUS CHRIST IN IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rise-of-the-tomb-raider/): I want to start off by saying that when I heard we were going to review the new Rise of the Tomb Raider game, I had no clue what to expect from the franchise. Luckily our script kiddie, “Vlue” was kind enough to send a Humble Bundle key my way. It took me twelve hours to get 100% in the game, which honestly was quite disappointing for me considering the effort I had to put in. So now that I knew what I was getting into, I felt prepared and was ready to play r and honestly, there wasn’t much in […] - [Xbox One | FIX ERROR CODE E204 10010B04 80070002](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/how-to-fix-xbox-one-e204-10010b04-80070002/): We just got an Xbox One so we can start reviewing well Xbox Titles and when unpacking it I encountered the error code E204 10010B04 80070002 it took me roughly eleven hours to figure out a fix for it and I hope it is useful to you as it was for me to come up with. The first step is to format a flash drive that is 4GB or higher to NTFS and from there you want to go to the Xbox Support site and download the Factory reset. Name a folder $SystemUpdate and put it into the Flash Drive then […] - [Coast Guard | THE FOX NEWS OF BORDER CONTROL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/coast-guard/): The United States Coast Guard (USCG) defends freedom and liberty over the seas and protects its borders. The same holds true for other countries and say what you will, they are good at doing their job. I speak from experience in this case because my mother and brother both serve in the Coast Guard. When I saw a game depicting the USCG I jumped at the chance to review such a title and honestly, I am pretty disappointed. First and foremost, they don’t give the Coast Guard in the game a proper nation and second, there are just so many bugs […] - [PONCHO | NOT MADE IN MEXICO!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/poncho/): Now, not very often do you find a game that visually gets you excited and delivers. Poncho is a game about a robot at the end of the world. Like, we’re all dead and robots inherit the earth. I absolutely love this game, and for me, it is right up there with FEZ in its level of greatness. It has the vibrant foliage you would expect when Earth has been overtaken by robots. Now a bit about the story and how the game works. You clear stages to advance the story and well, as I said everyone on Earth is dead. […] - [Empires of Creation | CLASSIC ASTEROIDS WITH SPACESHIPS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/empires-of-creation/): Empires of Creation is an upcoming combat strategy game from Bundle of Sticks Studios. The title is currently in early access, and by that, I mean really early. The game features neither tutorial nor instructional documentation. The developer offers a 3-page “Guidance Document“, but it’s merely a rundown of backstory, game objective, and key mappings. The first thing you’ll see when you’re ready to play is the Galaxy Generator. Here you will create a spiral galaxy consisting of 2 to 5 arms. Each arm can have between 40 and 80 stars. You must then choose to populate your new galaxy with […] - [Sonic Lost World | IT'S NOT SONIC GENERATIONS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sonic-lost-world/): I love Sonic the Hedgehog. He’s one of my favorite game characters and he had a huge impact on my childhood. I remember sitting around the Sega Genesis and running through each stage to stop Eggman, and also the cheats to unlock Super Sonic early on, so I got excited when I had an opportunity to play Sonic Lost World! Sonic the Hedgehog has come a long way since then, and the launch of Sonic Adventure brought him into the 3D era and was amazing. The open world, gameplay, and unique cast of characters were great, and Sega has since been […] - [The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut | FULL STORY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-incredible-adventures-of-van-helsing-final-cut/): How do we begin The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing game review? Over the last 2½ years this 3-part franchise has had more discussion…both positive and negative…than most in its genre. Now we’re back for round four; the final round. (Re)introducing The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut. While the title currently sells on Steam for $45 (USD), owners of the original Van Helsing trilogy can have Final Cut free of charge. Without going too deep into franchise history, I’ll just say that the first game in the series rated a score of 7/10 from me. The second episode was […] - [SteelSeries Rival 100 | IT'S CHEAP, BUT DECENT](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/steelseries-rival-100/): As gamers, we rely on the equipment we use to get us through hard gaming sessions. Microsoft has a $100 Xbox controller, and there are other relativity cheaper than that. PC gamers on the other hand rely more on the graphics cards they choose, as well as their keyboard and mouse, such as the SteelSeries Rival 100. Now taking a look at the SteelSeries Rival 100 gaming mouse and truth be told, I wasn’t impressed at all when I first saw it. “Oh look, colors…a nice little gimmick that will definitely be a selling point” was my initial thought on the […] - [Quick Slick Deadly | BE QUICK, BE DEADLY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/quick-slick-deadly/): Quick Slick Deadly (QSD) is a fast, side-scrolling arcade-style title from Adventurous Productions. Basically speaking, there are two incarnations of this game: the version available up through November 8 (which I’ll refer to as 11/8) and the patched November 9 version (11/9). If you are brand new to the game, you will never experience the former. This could be seen as either fortune or misfortune, depending on your disposition! The game’s concept is simple enough. You board one of three classes of the spaceship and embark on short little mini-missions, often taking less than one minute to complete. At first only “The Fighter” is available. […] - [THE NEW CAPTAIN AMERICA TAKES A STAND!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/captain-america-takes-a-stand/): Ever since comics became a thing they have always had some degree of influence on the world we live in. Captain America is quite famous for this when he battled Richard Nixon, Hitler, and various other real-world characters. Even Superman has had his moments with the Justice League of America, fighting the evils of Hitler. However, in the new recent comics of the New Captain America where Falcon has taken over his predecessor’s mantle, he has decided to take a stand on growing issues in America today. Much as how Superman is standing up for civilians in fighting police brutality, Captain […] - [Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? | SEASON ONE!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/is-it-wrong-to-try-to-pick-up-girls-in-a-dungeon-s1/): Oh, the animes I have watched. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? By far takes the cake as one of the most creative in the fantasy genre. As you watch, you learn that in the world they live in, Gods and Goddesses have come down from Heaven to live with the humans and experience their way of life. Working hard to get a meal, suffering, and dying as well. By bestowing upon their followers a blessing, they gain the power to fight monsters. The series continues with an old man telling his grandson, Bell Cranel about […] - [Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers | WHERE IS SEASON TWO?!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/rokka-braves-of-the-six-flowers/): Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers, This anime has left me with an irritation that no ointment can clear or calm. The animation style is great overall, as are the opening and ending songs for this twelve-episode series. From the moment the series starts, you are given no back story for the characters and the main character…Adlet Mayer…keeps prattling on about how “I’m the strongest man in the world!” I kid you not, this goes on for about four episodes; kinda like how they paid Dan Green once to say “It’s time to Duel!” and repeated it throughout the entire Yu-Gi-Oh! […] - [Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker | GET DOWN WITH DEMONS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/devil-survivor-2-record-breaker/): Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker is a tactical battle game in which the player moves around the map with the other characters in his/her party to battle with demons that have spawned into the world. The player also has the ability to beat the living tar out of some demons and form a contract with them, making them allies in their party. Sound a bit complicated? It’s best to think of it as Pokémon, but with demons.     Now one of the things I like about this game is its graphic novel elements of how the story is told and overall game progression…where players are given some […] - [Rodea The Sky Soldier | WORSE THAN SUPERMAN 64!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rodea-the-sky-soldier/): Rodea the Sky Soldier is a flying robot with a heart. The game gives off a serious but also comedic story vibe and features great cut-scenes…possibly some of the best I have ever seen on a Nintendo 3DS. However, despite the cut-scenes being amazing, it fails a lot in its play mechanics.   On the Nintendo Wii U, it might be easier to play, considering how its camera generally works. But on the Nintendo 3DS, it’s possibly the worst experience I’ve ever had. However I will say this before I continue on: the more you play and repeat stages, the more you […] - [Beyond Eyes | I LOVE THIS GAME; HOLY SH*T!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/beyond-eyes/): Every so often there comes a game that attaches to your soul and makes you feel things that you either didn’t want or didn’t know you could. Beyond Eyes is one of those games for me and a truly unique title in terms of the overall concept. Like Among The Sleep, it has a story to tell and it gets right down to it while you play. In Beyond Eyes you play a young girl whose story unfolds in a storybook-like fashion. While watching fireworks, an incendiary suddenly veers off course and blows up in her face. The result is that […] - [RPG Maker MV | GAME DEVELOPMENT FOR THE POOR](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/rpg-maker-mv/): RPG Maker MV is a software that has been used to make many great titles such as To the Moon, A Bird’s Story, and various others. It’s had a good run on Steam Greenlight as well, along with a lot of half-baked indie titles that many “designers” have put zero effort into making. You know who I’m talking about. But despite all this, the software remains as versatile as ever with its newest iteration replacing RPG Maker VX Ace. The previous version has actually helped us start a project for our very first game called Chronicles: Heroes of the First Light and has been easy […] - [The Jackbox Party Pack 2 | GET DRUNK, PLAY GAMES, PROFIT?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-jackbox-party-pack-2/): The Jackbox Party Pack is by far one of the best ways to have a good time with your friends while playing at home or online, and the titles included in it are always worth it. My favorite game in the collection is “Fibbage”, where you’ve got to create cunning lies to fool your friends and score points. Now I cannot say a lot in comparison to the original Jackbox Party Pack, as I never owned it, but I have played it with a few friends online. Now getting right down to it…is the Jackbox Party Pack 2 worth it? Totally; […] - [Tales from the Borderlands | A COMPANY MAN & CON ARTIST](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tales-from-the-borderlands/): We got Tales from the Borderlands, originally when it came out, and due to technical issues we had trouble actively covering it. So we thought it best to do it all in one big go. You start out with Rhys and Fiona (a con artist) and a guy trying to get back at his douche-bag of a boss. That is when things just get crazy. After one thing leads to another, the two discover a vault and they embark on an epic journey to open it and claim its contents as their own. On their journey, they are met by various […] - [One Piece Pirate Warriors 3 | WHERE'S THE ONE PIECE?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/one-piece-pirate-warriors-3/): One Piece is the manga that has spawned such a beautiful anime, and also One Piece Pirate Warriors 3! So popular in fact that it’s known overseas (obviously outside of Japan), or why else would I be writing about it? The hero, Monkey D. Luffy, is constantly getting into all sorts of trouble because of his kind nature. His aim is to be King of the Pirates and find the treasured “One Piece”. Now the series has been going on for a while and shows very little in terms of slowing down. But I am not talking about the show here…I’m going […] - [Infectonator Survivors | IT'S DISCOUNT LEFT 4 DEAD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/infectonator-survivors/): Infectonator : Survivors is the newest in a series of Infectonator games from Toge Productions. The game combines aspects from different genres but basically provides some old-fashioned, action-packed arcade fun. Apparently, a local town has been overridden with zombies, and it’s up to you and your carefully selected team to clean ’em out. There are a number of premade teams from which to choose. I selected a time-honored classic…Bill, Louis, Francis, and Zoe from the ubiquitous Left 4 Dead (Valve, 2008). By clicking on an individual character, you bring up its stat sheet. Each member of your party has a special perk […] - [CMYW | REMEMBER TO SWITCH TO CHANNEL 3!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cmyw/): Asteroids (Atari, 1979) is one of the most played, revisited, revamped, and cloned arcade games of all time. But do we have something fresh here with this latest installment? Introducing CMYW, which are the initials of the four colors central to play: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and White. The game supports up to four players in local co-op mode. Each player is represented by a tiny ship, colored C, M, Y, and W respectively. True to form, play ensues on a two-dimensional map rendered in “vector graphics”, a term introduced in the ’70s…and largely lost by the end of the ’80s. The […] - [Rogue State | YOU'RE NOW THE PRESIDENT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rogue-state/): If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to rule your own nation, Rogue State from LRDGames, Inc. may be the game for you. Welcome to Basenji; yes, it’s a breed of dog, but it’s also the name of the country you’ve inherited after a recent governmental overthrow. As the leader of Basenji, will you be merciful to your citizens and friendly to the rest of the world, or will you rule as a tyrant for your own personal gain. The choice is yours. As supreme tyran…er…leader…your first task is to create a cabinet. There are three well-meaning ministers waiting for assignments, as […] - [200% Mixed Juice! | WE NEEDED MORE VITAMIN C!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/200-mixed-juice/): One element that many Japanese-style games have in common is the inordinate amount of text thrown at the player. So much in fact, they wind up more as e-books with some directional choices added for variety. From early on, I always wondered about this…why cut-scenes seem to go on for half an hour (some actually do) and why the main gameplay is just riddled with words. One possible answer came from a Japanese associate of mine and makes complete sense. Kids here in the U.S. are presented with a single phonetic alphabet comprised of 26 letters. True, said letters can exist […] - [Rebel Galaxy | SPACE COMBAT EVOLVED!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rebel-galaxy/): So recently, it was with great pleasure and anticipation that I opened my Steam client and launched the game currently up for review: Rebel Galaxy, from Double Damage Games. As of this writing, the game is still in early access. And although there are clearly elements missing, the graphics, humor, and especially the soundtrack make this space sim one to watch. The story is introduced very simply. It seems your beloved aunt, who is nowhere to be found, has gifted you a space cruiser called the Rasputin. You are directed to an initial space station where you meet various characters, one of […] - [Nerd Editorial: Regncon 2015](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/regncon-2015/): Regncon 2015 – Bergen, Norway: This is a very fun and local convention based around board, card, and tabletop games…with many other events going on, as well. The convention’s name is a pun on how much it rains in Bergen all year around. The con has a different theme each year; this time it was “Death and Decay”. This was oddly fitting, considering Halloween is coming. Since a convention is all about content, some of the more memorable events should be mentioned. One was “Killer”: the art of stalking down other people and nailing them with rubber bands; a true contest […] - [Nerd Editorial: An Unbiased View on Salt Lake Comic Con 2015](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/an-unbiased-view-on-comic-con/): I first applied for a press pass to comic con months earlier. About a week before the con they finally let me know I had gotten one. There were a list of requirements that had to be met before you could get a press pass. We didn’t meet them all, yet they gave us one anyway. Here’s what I did with it Day 1   Early that morning I had to bus down to the convention to attend a press conference. I was directed into the room that had a large line out in front of it. Already the perks of […] - [Hideo Kojima leaves Konami](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/hideo-kojima-leaves-konami/): A lot of news has been spreading around the past week about Hideo Kojima leaving Konami. Normally this would be done and over with, but Konami continues to deny that he has left; saying that he’s just “taking an extended vacation”. However, employees of Konami have tweeted that Kojima has even had a going away party, with pictures to boot! The New Yorker magazine also reports that Hideo no longer works at Konami and that he will be able to start working for other game companies come December. Personally, I believe that Hideo no longer works at Konami. From a gaming standpoint, […] - [Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide | UNLEASH THE RATS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/warhammer-end-times-vermintide/): Before we get started I just want to say that this game is in its beta phase. This is in no way a review, of what the final project will be like. Warhammer: End Times – Vermintide is really solid. Even for the state it’s in it’s a ton of fun. There are definitely times when you can tell it’s still in beta, including a couple of fatal crashes. However, they are easy to look past, for the most part. The game itself is something that I’ve been wanting for a while without realizing it; a multiplayer first-person sword fighter based […] - [Transformers Devastation | MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/transformers-devastation/): At long last Activision and Hasbro finally, get it right. No cheaply tossed-together movie-based Transformers game with abysmal combat and dollar-store-style graphics. Introducing Transformers Devastation. This a real Transformers game based on the old cartoon that so many people love, including me. With the classic Megatron, Optimus Prime, and all the rest of the Autobots and Decepticons, the story follows the Autobots as they fight to stop Megatron and his plot to terraform planet Earth into a new Cybertron. As always, Optimus fights alongside his friends for the sake of humanity and is willing to throw down his life when necessary. Now […] - [Himouto! Umaru-chan | DAWN OF THE GAMER GIRL](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/himouto-umaru-chan/): Now I normally don’t watch a lot of anime online; I prefer to download soft fan subs from websites. But I kept hearing about Himouto! Umaru-chan, so I had to look into it. Luckily Crunchyroll is streaming the subtitled version completely free, so I took a look at it. The series is based around an incredibly popular high school girl named Umaru Doma. She is referred to as super attractive and a perfect “straight-A” student whom everyone simply loves. But that’s only how she is outside of her house. When she returns home, Umaru turns into a super hardcore gamer who bothers […] - [Shiny Days | DO YOU WANT ROMANCE AND THE HORNY?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shiny-days/): If you’ve spent any time in Japan, one of the first things you notice about its pop-culture is its complexity. The plots of Japanese horror (J-Horror) movies, for example, are often quite difficult to follow. Japanese chess, called shogi, makes western chess look like checkers! Then you have the nation’s written language to consider. There are three distinct alphabets; one of which contains thousands of characters to memorize, and another that’s used primarily for words borrowed from other languages! It’s on this note that we welcome you to our game review for Shiny Days…and I’ll try to get this out in one […] - [Bard's Gold | THIS BARD CAME TO PARTY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/bards-gold/): Bard’s Gold is an indie platformer that I was told was the hardest platform game I will ever play. Truth be told, for me, it was indeed quite hard, although I am not honestly really good at platform games. Hell, in Mega Man I kept dying at the “Gutsman” stage at the very beginning because all the mini-platforms that would collapse kept killing me.   Now this game takes a look at the retro era of gaming in terms of its visuals, and because of that, it was easy to get attuned to playing it.  I personally love it when people use […] - [Project Mirai DX | IT'S FROM JAPAN!!!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/project-mirai-dx/): Hatsune Miku is a popular synthesized idol that came from Japan and has taken the world by storm in Project Mirai DX (like many other things from Japan!). But after all this time she has found her way to the Nintendo 3DS system; thanks to Sega no less!    Now the gameplay at first seems very hard to navigate, with many sub-menus that feel convoluted; creating more problems than solutions. However there really isn’t much you can do with Hatsune Miku in this game, other than taking her shopping with you and playing Go, a traditional Japanese board game that has been played […] - [Blade Kitten | THE EPISODES ARE BASED IN DECADES?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/blade-kitten-episode-2/): Quite a while ago the game Blade Kitten came out and was destined to be an episodic title. The company in question, Krome Studios, ended up having financial issues and along the way Blade Kitten‘s existence fell into disarray. Many years have passed, and at long last, the game has found its way back to Krome Studios. They promised to release Blade Kitten: Episode 2 after a much-awaited time. Now that we’ve received a copy, it’s time to run through it and see what we think. First up, I do want to say that it’s nice to be able to play as […] - [NBA 2K16 | COME ON AND SLAM!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/nba-2k16/): My first impression of NBA 2K16 was that the graphics looked very good. At the same time, I felt the game’s pace was a little slow (player’s movements, etc.). But I guess if you want it 100% realistic, that’s what you get. I would prefer it to go faster and with more flow. Shooting the ball wasn’t very fun at all. You load up a power meter, aiming for the middle to get the best shot, and again the flow of the game seems altogether slow and boring. As for dunking, they should have included more possibilities to make your shot […] - [Etrian Mystery Dungeon | NOW THIS IS A DUNGEON CRAWLER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/etrian-mystery-dungeon/): Now, I am not a fan of dungeon explorer games; Dark Cloud kinda ruined it for me when I was a child. However, Etrian Mystery Dungeon has made the genre okay for me. The game starts out with you arriving in town, where you’re at first tasked with simple missions such as slaying a giant monster or rescuing someone. But as in Dark Cloud, you have a hunger meter that comes into play as you traverse the dungeon, which makes it a lot harder to move around. But unlike other dungeon explorer games, there are various workarounds for this issue and simply by changing […] - [Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain | A HIDEO KOJIMA GAME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/metal-gear-solid-v-the-phantom-pain/): Well as you are reading this, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain has probably been out for a few weeks. The reason why I’ve waited to write this is so I can be sure of the facts presented in my review. This is the last Metal Gear Solid game we will ever see from Hideo Kojima or at all, seeing as how Konami is getting out of the triple-A game business and focusing solely on the gambling industry. The story takes place soon after Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker and has a pre-story called Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. You follow the […] - [ShellShock Live: Like Pocket Tanks, except it's on Steam!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shellshock-live/): Now I know I’m probably going to upset the fan-base for saying this but…ShellShock Live has quite a lot of similarities to Pocket Tanks; so much so that to me it’s just a try-hard imitation! However, after playing it for quite some time I’ve come to the conclusion that it may have a lot of similarities but it is still its own thing. With almost hundreds more different weapons and a huge online multiplayer. Where Pocket tanks you had to play locally and all of the weapons you wanted came in separate DLC packs that you had to buy Shellshock live gives every […] - [Slamscape | BRINGING THE CLASSICS TO THE PC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/slamscape/): Imagine being in a car crash. Imagine being taken to the hospital by the paramedics, through long corridors, elevators, and faulty lighting. Then imagine having your eyes impaled and being stuffed into virtual reality, that is the basic definition of Slamscape. Where your objective is to get them for Orbs as they are called. Four glowing bright balls must be collected to open the exit. It’s highly recommended to find a copy of the manual, just to read the description of the dangers in the game. Such as the Umbrella, a flying umbrella that shoots bombs. Don’t ask me where I […] - [Legacy of The Elder Star | A BULLET HELL FROM UTAH](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/legacy-of-the-elder-star/): Another Utah indie game has hit Kickstarter and Steam Greenlight. This time we are looking at Legacy of The Elder Star, created by Kickbomb Entertainment. A side-scrolling mouse-driven Shoot ’em up. Before I get further into talking about it, I’d like to let everyone know that the game I played was in its alpha state, so this is by no means a review or at all reflective of the finished product. Elder Star definitely seems like it’s going to be a really solid game. First, off the way, the controls feel really great. One of your attacks is slicing through enemies […] - [Crashnauts | FOUR FRIENDS ENTER, ONLY ONE REMAINS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/crashnauts/): A new game has recently hit Kickstarter and we got a first hand look. It’s Crashnauts, created by local Utah indie game devs, Fueled by Rockets. Crashnauts is a multiplayer arena shooter with an interesting sci-fi art style. Before I get further into talking about it, I’d like to let everyone know that the version I played was an alpha, so this is by no means a review of, or reflective of the finish product. There seems to be something special here, and with more polish and a larger budget from Kickstarter, Crashnauts could be something quite brilliant. The character design and art style is definitely the […] - [Rocket League | ELEVATING E-SPORTS TO A NEW LEVEL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rocket-league/): Very rarely do you come across a game that you want to be more a part of than just the game itself? You want to be a part of the community. You want to watch it live on the big screen with your mates down at the pub. This is one of the first times I’ve ever really felt like I really wanted to be a part of a sports community. And the game that did it, is more like a true sport than any sports game. I know that there are huge E-sport communities surrounding many many games, but I […] - [Cross of the Dutchman | BASED ON A TRUE STORY!?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cross-of-the-dutchman/): Cross of the Dutchman is an adventure role-playing game based around legendary Frisian hero Pier Gerlofs Donia (Pier the Great), who lived from 1480 to 1520. As Columbus was busy discovering the New World, Pier had problems of his own back home in The Netherlands (formerly Holland…formerly Frisia). His town was ransacked and razed by invading Saxons, and his beloved wife Rintsje was killed in the destruction. Vowing justice, Pier organized a group of humble farmers and townsfolk to fight off the Saxon warriors and rebuild the town! The game begins humbly enough, with only your fists for weapons. Movement and combat work the same […] - [Firefall The "SIN" Continues | THIS GAME IS NOW DEFUNCT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/firefall-the-sin-continues/): Firefall is perhaps the most visually stunning free-to-play MMORPG out there. Set in 22nd century Brazil, hundreds of players either team up for PvE action, or go after each other in arena-style PvP. The game is comprised of four tremendous open world maps, ranging from a wildly colorful coral bed to the Amazon Rain Forest itself…and lots in between, including an active volcanic basin! Although the game could be described as “pay to enhance”, Firefall is certainly not “pay to win”, making it one of the most appealing MMOs, period. If that weren’t enough, the game also includes 117 Steam achievements; a must for hunters like me. Look […] - [Layers of Fear | I'M A PAINTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/layers-of-fear/): The following article was written and published on August 31, 2015. Major updates were released for Layers of Fear on September 4, 2015. Points below marked with an asterisk (*) indicate issues that have been resolved or features that have been added to enhance or correct early problems. Q: What do Disneyland’s “Haunted Mansion” and the pilot episode of Rod Serling’s Night Gallery have in common? A: Paintings that change ever so slightly each time you look at them! Video games based on haunted houses are not new, and there have indeed been some epic releases. Among the very best are Alone in […] - [All Guns On Deck | IT IS TIME FOR MILITARY OPERATIONS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/all-guns-on-deck/): All Guns On Deck is a naval combat real-time strategy (RTS) game developed by Decaying Logic and published by KISS Ltd. At its core, the object is to sail your battleships around a series of maps, clearing out all the hot zones (shown as red dots), thus turning them peaceful (shown as blue). The numeral printed on the hot zones denotes the number of enemy waves encountered in each. When things get hairy, you can always return home to your naval base. This will automatically repair damage and lets you shop for new items and troops for the missions to come. Alright, you’ve launched […] - [Celestian Tales: Old North | DUNKING ON THE NOBLE BLOOD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/celestian-tales-old-north/): At long last, Celestian Tales: Old North is a game that captures my deep loathing for the “Elite” class you read so much in old folk tales and lore. Now I should note that Celestian Tales: Old North has a variety of characters you can pick from and I just happened to pick the racist little rich girl who believes she is doing the right thing. Playing as Aria you get a sense of just how prideful her family and herself can be especially when you meet her brother Abel who instructs you to kill a child thief who tries attacking […] - [Senran Kagura 2 | THE GAME FOR HORNY PEOPLE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/senran-kagura-2/): Senran Kagura 2 is the sequel to the first game and has an anime series by the same name. To be completely honest here, it screams “Otaku!” This is actually my first Otaku-based game, and to give you an idea of what I mean, “Boobs” is the best overall summary. As you play through this visual novel and action-based adventure, your clothes will rip off while fighting the enemy; not to mention you can rip their clothes off as well! As they fall in defeat to your amazing ninja skills, they will speak either of how sad and pathetic they are […] - [Nekopara Vol. 1 | I KNOW WHAT YOU'RE ABOUT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/nekopara/): Moe (pronounced “mo-eh”): Feelings of strong affection…mainly toward characters in anime, manga, and video games. Manga: Comics and cartoons conforming to a style developed in Japan in the late 19th century. Madness: Insanity; perhaps brought on by long, tedious storylines. Nekopara ネコぱら (Cat Paradise) is a Japanese adult visual novel series developed by Neko Works and published by Sekai Project. The stories take place in a world where humans live alongside catgirls, or nekomimi (literally “cat ears”) in Japanese, and are able to keep them as pets…wait…WHAAAAA?? People actually own other people…and there must be added sexual innuendo because that’s practically a […] - [Two arrested at the Pokemon World Championships 2015](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/two-arrested-at-pokemon-world-tournament/): Two men were arrested at the Pokemon World Championships 2015 in Boston, USA following a tip-off from security staff. The two men who were due to compete in the finals were eighteen-year-old Kevin Norton and twenty-seven-year-old James Stumbo. They drove from Iowa to participate in the event but have since been arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition as well as other firearms the Boston Police have stated. Superintendent Paul Fitzgerald, Commander of the Boston Police district’s Bureau of intelligence and analysis, praised the Pokemon staff for their commitment to the safety of the players at the event. He […] - [Lenny Robinson the Route 29 Batman Passes Away](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/route-29-batman-passes-away/): Lenny Robinson (aka The Route 29 Batman), most famous for his viral video dressed up as Batman, has died. He was pronounced dead last Sunday, August 16th, at the age of 51. The viral video he was recognizable for had him, dressed as the caped crusader, being pulled over by local police in Montgomery County. Driving a replica Batmobile, he had only been pulled over for not displaying the proper license, but the video of the stop soon spread across the web. While that in itself would be tragic, as it is when all lives are lost, Robinson lived up to […] - [Secret of Magia | TIME FOR MORE RPG MAKER GAMES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/secret-of-magia/): Secret of Magia is an indie game developed by Lunatoid using the RPG Maker VX Ace engine. Both the game and the engine are available for purchase on Steam. Reminiscent of the early Zelda and Final Fantasy titles, Secret of Magia will take you on a perilous top-down adventure through lands of varied terrain. By collecting inventory and special abilities, your goal is to return 4 special objects to a big boss and earn 5 glorious Steam achievements. Unfortunately, as of this writing, none of the achievements are actually popping…hopefully this will be fixed soon. The first order of business when […] - [Haven Editorial: Conversations with Nicki Rapp](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/conversations-with-nicki-rapp/):   Information was taken from meeting and talking with Nicki Rapp at various instances at the convention, and not just from one main interview. I first met Nicki at her booth on the convention floor, we had a lovely conversation about the basics of her career. I wanted to ask her about her favorite characters, upcoming projects, and general information about working as a voice actress. She was being promoted by the convention as the voice of Lily from The Walking Dead. Although, this being her most famous role, it wasn’t her favorite to play. Her favorite was the character of Lili from […] - [Labyronia | IT'S AN RPG Maker GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/labyronia-rpg/):  Labyronia RPG is an indie game developed by Labyrinthine using the RPG Maker VX Ace engine. Both the game and the engine are available for purchase on Steam. Reminiscent of the early Zelda and Final Fantasy titles, Labyronia RPG will take you on a perilous top-down adventure through lands of varied terrain. By collecting inventory and special abilities, your goal is to fight your way to the final boss and earn 6 glorious Steam achievements. So excited were the developers that on August 14, 2015, they announced a $300 (US) reward to the first player to beat the game! The first […] - [Haven Editorial: Interview with Elias Toufexis and Amber Goldfarb](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/interview-with-elias-toufexis-and-amber-goldfarb/):       Before we get into the interviews I’d like to say that these were done in a round table style interview, with various Press including GeekTyrant, and Geek Factor Radio. Please know that not all these questions are mine, and for the sake of importance to the answers over the questions, I’m not going to leave the questions anonymous. This was such a transformative experience for me, I hope you enjoy.   to start would you like to state your name and previous work.   Amber Goldfarb: Hi I’m Amber Goldfarb, I’m from Montreal, Quebec. Born and raised. I […] - [Sun Blast | LIKE THE DOLLAR STORE STAR FOX](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sun-blast/): Sun Blast is an arcade-style, third-person shoot ’em up that combines the forward-scrolling experience of Xevious (Atari, 1983 [US]) with the destructive tactics of R-Type (Nintendo, 1987). Add modern sound and hi-res graphics and you have Sun Blast, by Oblone Software. The first thing you’ll do in-game is select a ship, and there are three to choose from. The first ship specializes in X-Axis control; that is, its horizontal maneuvering is very responsive, but its vertical control is weakened. The second ship is the Y-Axis specialist, focusing on vertical control at the expense of the horizontal. Then there’s the third ship […] - [Haven Editorial: Utah Games Guild Shines at Salt Lake Gaming Con](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/utah-games-guild-shines-at-salt-lake-gaming-con/): The Utah Games Guild (UGG) was the largest gaming presence at this year’s Salt Lake Gaming Con. Although Microsoft and Sony were both there, they had nothing new or interesting to show. The group that really shined in terms of fun, innovative games was the UGG. I spoke with co-founder Lyle Cox about the Guild that he and a few others have painstakingly put together. Last May, Lyle Cox, Josh Sutphin, and Tim Rowberry wanted to create an organization that brought Utah independent developers together. They noticed that Utah had many devs all working in isolation, not knowing about one another. […] - [Shadowrun Returns | BECAUSE WE NEEDED A SEQUEL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shadworun-returns/): Shadowrun has not seen a good release on any console or pc in ages. The last time was on the Super Nintendo. MAN MEETS MAGIC & MACHINE. The year is 2054. Magic has returned to the world, awakening powerful creatures of myth and legend. Technology merges with flesh and consciousness. Elves, trolls, Orcs, and Dwarfs walk among us, while ruthless corporations bleed the world dry. People who need to have something done outside the law, hire Shadowrunners to do their bidding. The game starts you off on a character creation menu, where the main character is customized to fit into his […] - [Just Get Through | OH HEY, IT'S GRAYSCALE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/just-get-through/): Just Get Through is a platform speed running game where the objective is to get to the exit located on the stage. Easy at first glance but the game presents a lot of issues the most notable issue of the game is that each level is randomly generated much like Ascendant that we reviewed a while back and Steam World Dig in its level design.  However, unlike Ascendant the stages in Just Get Through can generate a level where you actually cannot win under any conditions forcing you to just go back to the title screen and start all over again. […] - [Cradle | NOT THE KIND YOU'RE THINKING OF!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cradle/): Cradle is a game with a strong science fiction setting in the game you wake up with no recollection of who you are apart from some memories from your childhood and your name that being Enebish and you find a note in your handwriting telling you to make breakfast. Now truth be told during the game it gives you the option to have a tutorial to learn the basics of the game which I took just to make sure. Then I forgot all about it and spent a good twenty minutes wandering around trying to figure it out again. In the […] - [Poly Bridge | I SHOULDN'T BE AN ARCHITECT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/polybridge/): Ever want to be an architect? Want to design buildings and places that people will live in or work in? Well, then Poly Bridge is probably not for you. But it can help give you an idea of what you would be in for if you took that route. Poly bridge is a development game where you create bridges to solve various problems such as getting across a lake, a ravine, or a river but at the same time, he gives you some pretty crazy challenges like jumping over a 15m gap to get from one side or the other. The […] - [Way of the Samurai 4 | I AM BATTOUSAI THE MANSLAYER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/way-of-the-samurai-4/): Ever watch Rurouni Kenshin? (Samurai X) the story about Himura the Battousai is about a ronin who travels around helping people with his unique fighting style. This Way of the Samurai 4 is nothing like that although you can make yourself look at Kenshin. The story starts out with you disembarking from a tiny row boat only to find the place where you moored your boat has a fight breaking out between some Europeans and a group that hates Europeans and also some local officials. Right from the start you have to pick a side but don’t worry you can apologize […] - [Submerged | SURVIVING IN A WORLD UNDERWATER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/submerged/): Submerged is a post-apocalyptic world in which the entire planet is covered by ocean, by the people who made BioShock. Now the actual story for Submerged is quite easy and straightforward to understand. Your brother has been gravely injured and you must take care of him. After a fierce storm, you wind up in front of a clock tower into which you enter and gently lay your brother down. As you look around, you notice you’re in a submerged city of some sort…and this is where your adventure begins. Each day in the game, you gather supplies there are a maximum […] - [The Howler | YOU'LL BE YELLING AT YOUR COMPUTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-howler/): The Howler is an indie platformer that combines the distance/perception skills of Angry Birds with the hopping and landing of Super Meat Boy. The game is loosely based on the steampunk novel Hour of the Wolf by Lithuanian author Antanas Marcelionis. The novel is a must-read for those who love 19th-century political intrigue. In this alternate history, it seems the Russian Empire has fallen into debt with the Rothschild family of bankers…not a good thing…and must make reparations, or face the consequences. The Howler offers a lighter take on the events portrayed in the novel. Players simply glide a hot air […] - [Particle Mace | IT'S BEST TO THINK ASTEROIDS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/particle-mace/): Particle Mace is an arcade-style romp that combines the destructive tactics of Asteroids (Atari, 1979) with the multiplayer experience of Space Wars (Cinematronics, 1977). Created by Andy Wallace, this game succeeds in capturing classic arcade action, while at the same time providing something new. As you maneuver your ship among deadly rocks and spry enemies, you must use centripetal force to swing a retinue of tethered particles (maces) into all that obstruct your way. The first thing you’ll notice when you begin a game is that your ship is surrounded by a blue dashed circle. Also within the circle is a […] - [Drug Testing in E-Sports is it ethical?](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/drug-testing-in-e-sports/): Well, a while back I covered professional players actually admitting to them taking drugs, which is commonplace in some sports but how does Drug Testing in E-Sports work out? During big competitions, the drug is Adderall a prescription drug used to treat Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Essentially what the drug would do is give you the ability to stay focused during big tournaments and the policies for the electronic sports league never really touched on this issue. However, all that is about to change due to the professional player admitting publicly that he and his teammates were all drugged up […] - [Nintendo CEO: Satoru Iwata passes away](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/nintendo-ceo-satoru-iwata-passes-away/): It is the end of an era as Satoru Iwata CEO of Nintendo of Japan has passed away. He was loved by many and helped create the image Nintendo has today and helped bring entertainment and joy to millions. On his business card, he never thought of himself as a game designer or game developer but as a gamer like many of us. Those who have met him will always talk about how much of an amazing person he was and how he always would make a room light up. I am one of the people that will miss him and […] - [Desucon - Summer 2015 | LOOK AT ALL THE COSPLAYS!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/desucon-2015/): Many people have the conception of a Norway that is filled with wild Vikings, bloodthirsty frost giants, and polar bears, but we also have Desucon 2015! That might be true, but we also have cosplay (costume play). This is a fancy and fun concept that sprung forth from Japan and has become quite popular worldwide. If you need to see the definition, Google it (or dig through our Otaku-Haven channel). Cosplay attracts people in costume, therefore a gathering place is needed. Desucon provides just that. Due to the size, Desucon was arranged in Lillestrøm, a flat and boring place outside of […] - [Gigabyte 970A-DS3P | GIGABYTE TO THE RESCUE!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/gigabyte-970a-ds3p/): It’s for a motherboard review, this one of Gigabyte 970A-DS3P! Alright, a little summary for those who have been following us for a while. We’ve had a few technology articles in the past involving the Kingston V+ Solid State Drives (SSDs), but after we changed hosts we lost all our original works. I’ve been having a lot of issues lately with the system I use. Although not my first computer, it was the one that came overseas with me when I moved from the U.S. to Norway. We’ve been using it ever since we started doing charity pledges, live streams, YouTube […] - [Life is Feudal | FOLLOWING THE TREND OF EARLY ACCESS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/life-is-feudal/): During the past decade, if you don’t trend then you’re relegated to the back of the bus; and it seems the retail gaming world agrees. One such trend is “early access” availability in games like Life is Feudal and other projects (a certain open-world zombie title comes to mind), and they’re profiting as much now in alpha/beta as they likely will upon release! Another developing trend in gaming is the “Sandbox RPG”, which requires players to mine, hunt, craft, explore and build to ensure survival. Enter Life is Feudal from BITBOX, Ltd. This beautifully rendered product fits into both the aforementioned […] - [Tyrano Builder Visual Novel Studio | LETS WRITE A STORY!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/tyrano-builder-visual-novel-studio/):    Well it’s been a long time coming to this review. I am a big fan of gaming, and as such, I have always dreamed of making my own…whether it be a tabletop title or a simple RPG. So I decided to reach out to Nyu Media in regard to their Tyrano Builder Visual Novel Studio! The software, like a few other simplified game development packages, is incredibly easy to use. It even comes with a tutorial so you can put your best foot forward right away. Once you’ve learned (mastered) the setup for the software, you’ll breeze through basic game […] - [The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing III | STORY CONTINUES](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-incredible-adventures-of-van-helsing-iii/): The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing III, created by Neocore Games is an Isometric Action RPG with skill slot-based combat. The term “Diablo clone” obviously comes to mind when thinking of this game. The story revolves around Van Helsing and his ghost friend Katarina, as they follow the escaped “Prisoner Seven” (which took place in the last game). Luckily the story reinforces the events of the previous game, so there wasn’t really a moment where I was lost. However, that really didn’t do much to make me actually care. The design of the game is, unfortunately, not unique at all. It’s […] - [Horizon Shift | THE CLASSIC BULLET HELL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/horizon-shift/): Video arcades are all but gone. I spent tens of thousands of coins during the 1980s and ’90s, but by Y2K it was over. During the past decade, however, a gradual arcade resurgence has come to consoles, computers and mobile devices. One such entry is Horizon Shift, by Flump Studios. During initial setup, this game appears to promise a conventional left and right space-alien shoot ’em up, or “shmup” to some aficionados. But this perception is immediately doused when you start the first wave. Yes, aliens are descending upon your X-axis bound ship, which can only scroll left and right. However, […] - [Grand Theft Auto V Modders | WILL ROCKSTAR STOP THEM?](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/grand-theft-auto-v-modders/): Every game on the market has cheats, hacks, and various other things that get you ahead Grand Theft Auto V Modders are no different. At one point there were devices such as the Game Shark and Game Genie that bestowed great power to outlast the competition. These devices have faded in recent years, as coding gurus have taken over the spotlight. For Nintendo games, homebrew was used to download pirated games. For PC, coders introduced “trainers”; especially apparent in Grand Theft Auto V (GTA5). Rockstar Games attempts to stay on top of things, but every fix only stops the “script kiddies” […] - [SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition | CARBON DATING A GAMER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sanctuaryrpg-black-edition/): Many of my game reviews reference titles from the 1990s and even the 1980s. We now venture back one more decade to play …to the year 1975 to play SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition! A programmer by the name of Will Crowther created an interactive experience on a mainframe computer which later became part of a game genre called “Multi-User Dungeon”, or MUD. Crowther’s first MUD was a simple text input program named Adventure and would go on to inspire one of the most beloved graphical titles of all time: Adventure for the Atari 2600 (1979). But the advent of graphics would not spell […] - [Q*bert: Rebooted | IF YOU KNOW WHO THIS IS; YOU'RE OLD.](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/qbert-rebooted/): 1980 was the most influential year for the video arcade. A little cheese wedge dropped into our world and proceeded to eat all its yellow dots; while being chased by four ubiquitous little ghosts. For the next few years, game developers worked furiously to copy, mimic, and otherwise reverse-engineer this concept into huge profits. One of these companies was Gottlieb, and in 1982 Q*bert was born. The idea behind this game is to move your little orange alien onto all the squares of a pyramid-shaped map. Each square must be visited at least once and in some cases multiple times. When you […] - [Syder Arcade | IN SPACE, YOU BLOW STUFF UP!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/syder-arcade/): Syder Arcade from Studio Evil is a trip back in time to the old classic arcade left-and-right, side-scrolling, space-combat shoot ’em ups! The game is very straightforward. You begin on the deck of a space carrier, where you select from a small line of fighter ships to use on your maiden mission. Some ships inflict more damage and sport heavier armor than others, but at the cost of speed and maneuverability. The game is so faced-paced that it really is a toss-up as to which play style is superior; might or speed. If you are a fan of arcade coin-ops from […] - [Haven Editorial: AI Theory](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/ai-theory/): AI: Artificial Intelligence. It’s a fact that AI in games is mostly based on path-finding, and nothing else. A* (pronounced “A star”) is a simple algorithm that calculates the fastest path to a target, although it seems that many programmers don’t even include it in their games. This leads to zombies and even more zombies; dumb polygon things that only walk in one direction…yours! For me this is boring and uneventful…more annoying than scary. Bad noises and dreadful design do not help much, either. I’ve been thinking, and after studying cognitive science I realize that AI is still struggling, period. Take […] - [Might and Magic VI: The Mandate of Heaven | THERE'S MAGIC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/might-and-magic-vi-the-mandate-of-heaven/): 1998 will be remembered for a number of things. I hope that Might and Magic VI: The Mandate of Heaven is one of them. This spectacular franchise sports a rich and enduring lore, even after the departure of its original developer: New World Computing. As of this writing, there are 10 installments in the series (11 if you count the one-off Dark Messiah episode). If one of these had to shine above all others, it would be part six…the focus of this review. Might and Magic VI (MM6) pioneered many features of the modern RPG: A sophisticated party system with up […] - [Rooks Keep | IT'S FANCY CHESS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rooks-keep/): If someone were to ask what is history’s most enduring board game, Chess is the obvious answer. While not the oldest extant board game, Chess takes the top spot for sheer international appeal, Rooks Keep on the other hand throws that out the window! Since the dawn of electronics, attempts have been made to improve the game through artificial intelligence. There was even an 18th-century chess-playing “machine”, but it turned out to be just a human hidden under a tablecloth, moving pieces around with magnets. Enter Rooks Keep, from RuneStorm Games. Here we have a twist not seen since Activision‘s classic […] - [Detour | YOU BETTER BRING A HARD HAT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/detour/): Ah…the “escort” mission; the bane of MMO and RTS players alike. Fear no more…Detour is here! It’s a ¾-view strategy game from Sandswept Studios.  The goal: Teach us not only to love but also to crave the escort experience. In Detour, you begin with a small stipend from which you can purchase road segments, bridges, map-revealing satellites, and other equipment to guide your truck convoy from one edge of the map to another. Your opponent, either AI or human, is trying to do the same. The idea is to escort a specified number of trucks along your roads to the opposite […] - [RPG Maker 2003 | LOOK MA, I'M MAKING A VIDEO GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/rpg-maker-2003/): RPG Maker 2003 is an older model of RPG maker software however despite its age it is also new. Because it was originally launched only in Japan and it wasn’t until this year that it was launched globally on steam. Now with that being said this will be in comparison to the RPG Maker, I use a lot of the time and that is RPG maker VX Ace. RPG Maker VX Ace in a lot of ways is superior to the 2003 Edition of RPG maker with how it is extremely customizable in all the options and the ability to write […] - [Haven Editorial: Darn Lucrative Content](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/dlc-is-it-worth-it/): From an economic standpoint, downloadable content (DLC) and micro transactions are profitable and easy to sell; though some consider them nothing less than money grubbing add-ons that are all but required to have fun in-game. Perhaps…perhaps not. For me, it depends entirely on the content and price. Back in the day one could buy new episodes for games such as Duke Nukem on the Commodore Amiga. You could often send money to developers and have them send you updates. So extra content is nothing new. Some of the most common extras are “power-ups”, which make the player superior and cause the […] - [Destiny: House of Wolves | RISE OF SKOLAS, KELL OF KELLS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-house-of-wolves/): The newest DLC for Destiny, the most loved/hated game from Bungie, was finally released this past Tuesday after months of waiting. It’s called House of Wolves. This is great news for the developer and players alike, as it now offers a higher “light level” allowing players to reach Level 34. It also features an arena known as the Prison of Elders, and a new PvP mode called the Trials of Osiris. This is all on top of the extra story missions provided. Let’s talk about the story first. The House of Wolves is a group of Fallen who belong to the […] - [Revolution Ace | GUESS WHAT? IT'S A BULLET HELL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/revolution-ace/): First up is our disclaimer. We received this game for review purposes only. All opinions in this article our are own and no monies have been exchanged for this review. 1983 was a milestone year in video arcades worldwide. Games like Mario Bros. (Nintendo) and Dragon’s Lair (Cinematronics) set precedents that echo to this day. That same year, one of the greatest forward-scrolling airplane shoot-’em-ups jetted in from Japan: Atari‘s Xevious. I spent countless coins fighting off waves of oncoming aircraft, boats and tanks, all the while dodging their perfectly round homing bullets! At the end of each wave was a […] - [Crypt of the Necrodancer | THERE'S SO MUCH CONTENT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/crypt-of-the-necrodancer-review/): Crypt of the Necrodancer is one of the most fun games I have played in years. It’s also part of one of my favorite types of games, a rogue-like/rogue-lite (but more of the rogue-like sides). So of course many people are both into and not into rogue-like games so most people can already know what to expect, but unlike most rogue-like games, it’s not as brutally difficult. Necrodancer is a game where you are dancing your way through dungeon floors and dancing to fight enemies, pick up items, open doors, use items, etc. Everything is tied to the groove of the […] - [Grand Theft Auto V | TREVOR IS THE BEST CHARACTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/grand-theft-auto-v/): Grand Theft Auto V I remember the classics growing up Grand Theft Auto, Grand Theft Auto 2, and then when things went to third person with Grand Theft Auto 3. That is when things really took off and Rockstar began to get interested in what they were doing with the series. All of which is really good and really amazing. Through this review, I have focused mainly on the Multiplayer aspects of the game, and I got to say I am really impressed. Not only do they have a third-person option, like all the previous games, but now they have a […] - [Ori and the Blind Forest | A MASTERPIECE OF GAME DESIGN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ori-and-the-blind-forest/): Ori and the Blind Forest is possibly one of the best games I have ever played in a while. This puts me in an awkward position because I want to tell you all about it but at the same time, I don’t want to ruin the game for everyone. Ori and the Blind Forest is a platform game in which you play as Ori, a little spiritual creature that looks surprisingly similar to MoMo from Avatar: The Last Airbender. Throughout the game, you have to visit various temple-like places but to do that you must find keys for each. Upon entering […] - [Screencheat | STOP WATCHING MY SCREEN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/screencheat/): Screencheat is a twist on an old-school issue where players look at each other’s screens to know where one is coming from and take him out before he/she gets to take you out. Normally found in First person shooters but has on occasion been seen in games such as Mario Kart. But what the developers of Screencheat have devised is a game that you need to cheat to play. Looking on your opponent’s screen to find out where he/she is and take them out the reason why. Because the other player is invisible and I got to say the game is […] - [Dyscourse | MEAT'S BACK ON THE MENU BOYS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dyscourse/): In Dyscourse your decisions matter as what you choose could work out for the best or they could have consequences of horrific portions like becoming a cannibal and eating one of your fellow colleagues. Like many story-based games what you do in the beginning can have a big outcome later in the game and as such it’s always mindful to think about what you are going to do. A lot of games have done this before notably Telltale games and their walking dead, and A wolf among us. However, Dyscourse for me has the feeling that I am reading a choose-your-own-adventure […] - [A Fly in the House | YOU'LL NEVER CATCH IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/a-fly-in-the-house/): A Fly in the House is another one of those titles in which you are a person returning home, thinking about how things have changed, before cutting lose a level of insanity not seen since I Am Toast. You shout that you “need to kill the fly!” at the cost of everything in your home. You proceed to pick up and throw things at the fly or swat it out of the air with items including (but not limited to) a leather chair, a bottle of wine, the entire vent system from your stove, and a glass coffee table. The object […] - [Killing Floor 2 | I GOT A HOT TAKE FOR YOU!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/killing-floor-2/): Killing Floor 2 personal thoughts time! Now Killing Floor 2 is obviously the sequel to Killing Floor and it is actually quite jarring to play compared to the first game. One thing is that it was made in a heavily modified version of Unreal Engine 3 with assets from UE4, whereas KF was made in UE2. So graphically it looks much more superior. And luckily it also runs great, which honestly is no surprise since Tripwire Interactive is known for making very well-optimized games, but… unfortunately, it’s not 100% perfect. On my desktop, this game runs fantastically with no problems except […] - [Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty | AND WITH JUST THE RIGHT CRUNCH!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/oddworld-new-n-tasty/): In Oddworld New ‘n’ Tasty Mudokons are on the menu from Rupture Farms. Introducing Oddworld: Abe’s Oddysee, where you play as an unfortunate Mudokon trying to escape food processing with as many fellow Mudokons as inhumanly possible. After its introduction, this series’ newest installment begins with a better-looking and faster loading experience than its predecessor. Abe is the main character; a green fellow with big eyes who can overtake his predators with a special chant, or kill them with cleverly timed environmental hazards. Additionally, he can fart, throw objects, roll, jump and have his fellow Mudokons follow pre-allocated commands. The goal […] - [LISA | A DARK, YET INSPIRATIONAL STORY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/lisa/): LISA, the painful RPG created by Dingaling Productions, is a side-scrolling, turn-based story set in a future where all women have mysteriously disappeared. You follow the story of Brad and his gang, trying to find Buddy; the last remaining girl. Early in the game, Buddy runs away, and you must find her before hoards of roaming marauders and Mad Max-inspired raiders do. Before I go deeper into this review, I would like to state that the contents of this game contain very mature themes. <Trigger> Warnings of Sexual Assault and potential violence toward minors. The design of LISA is truly unique […] - [ManaCollect | A VERY MOE MINESWEEPER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/manacollect/): ManaCollect reminds me of the time I was running a small retail store in 1990. Sitting around waiting for customers, I decided to install this new thing called Microsoft Entertainment Pack for Windows, which I received as a gift. Included was a little game called Minesweeper. Once smitten, it was practically all I did at work…morning, noon, and sometimes night. The object of Minesweeper is simple: Click on, and reveal hundreds of tiny squares on a blank grid without hitting a deadly mine. Most squares are “safe”, and offer a clue as to the location of nearby mines. Clear the grid […] - [Tour De France 2016 | IT'S THE BIKE PEDALING SIMULATOR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tour-de-france/): Tour De France 2016 much like its real-life counterpart is all about biking. However, there is one thing I noticed about this game the point where I found it frustrating and irritating all at once. Tour De France 2016 and Pro Cycling Manager 2016 all use the same in-game assets and even the same logo. Yes, they are all from the same company but that does not excuse that the games are different in each regard of what they do. So they should be treated as such, to recycle the in-game assets and the visual art assets to create games of […] - [RAMBOE | IT'S A GAME ABOUT SHEEP!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ramboe/):   Now, this is one of those interesting games working on a pun for its name. In RAMBOE you are playing as a Ram! Named Boe! Because Boe was a renowned explorer who got eaten and his body devoured he found his soul roaming around in depression and so he took over Ram’s body and became RAMBOE! Do you get all that? Because I’m not repeating myself! The object of RAMBOE is to push blocks into a portal, these blocks possess the souls of people who have had a similar fate as Boe in which they no longer have a body […] - [The Walking Dead: Michonne | A TELLTALE GAME SERIES!?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-walking-dead-michonne/): The Walking Dead has become synonymous with Telltale Games in recent years, standing with its own unique characters who don’t appear in the TV series (except that one time with Glenn, but that was only in Episode One!) Now however we have The Walking Dead: Michonne, a character that does appear on TV. This game gives us a bit of a back story to her character, her regrets, and the weight she carries on her shoulders. Right off the bat, you’re thrust into her story, with her chopping through some brush while avoiding zombies (ahem…sorry…I mean walkers). She begins to hallucinate about […] - [Dead Island: Definitive Edition | RETURN TO THE ISLAND](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dead-island-definitive-edition/): Dead Island is one of the most beloved games of all time in terms of zombies, mayhem, death, punching people, and watching them go flying also did I mention zombies? The game has gotten a re-release in the form of a definitive edition compliments of Tech-Land and Deep Silver but minus a few of the original goodies that helped make the game great. They removed bugs, and a heap of original weapons from Dead Island: Definitive Edition and did their best to balance the game out accordingly, they even gave the game a huge graphical overhaul from the original game. But […] - [Mighty No. 9 | I MISS THE REAL BLUE BOMBER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mighty-no-9/): Growing up there have been very few games that have left an impression on me. One of those games was Mega Man and the franchise it spawned. However, in the declining years, we have witnessed not so many attempts to create better Mega Man titles from Capcom. It got to the point where Capcom stopped producing Mega Man games which lead to them not even knowing who the fabled blue bomber is when Nintendo asked to put him in smash brothers. However, not long ago a game designer by the name of Nick Yu decided to create a new IP in […] - [War of the Human Tanks: Limited Operations | MOE TANK GIRLS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/war-of-the-human-tanks-limited-operations/): War of the Human Tanks: Limited Operations is the continuation of the turn-based strategy game War of Human Tanks! The title stays true to name, though I find myself hard-pressed to call them human tanks. To me they just look like chibi girls with guns, fighting a war against other armed girls. This is by no means a graphically impressive game or a very big one for that matter. For the most part, backgrounds are made up of photos with one of those generic Photoshop filters on top, and the human tanks are crudely drawn and poorly animated. The small sprites […] - [Warzone 2100 | WAR, WAR ALWAYS CHANGES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/warzone-2100/): Warzone 2100 is a doomed future always a featureless desert with murder machines? The world has ended and a bunch of survivors found an abandoned army base and made the place their home. After dealing with some local raiders, they came in direct conflict with something called the “Paradigm”; more war happened. Warzone 2100 is a strategy game where war is a battle of research and resources, a veritable arms race. Machine gun research leads to rotating turrets, and that research leads to the option of making rotating canons. These can be combined with various chassis and turrets. This is the […] - [Cosmic Leap | IT'S OUTTA THIS WORLD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cosmic-leap/): Despite the vast and infinite size of the universe, the world under my feet feels a bit too small for my taste and can be circled in mere seconds, unless I hit (or get hit by) something dangerous. Cosmic Leap is an interesting platform game where the character circles around a planetary object and then proceeds to leap onto the next one in a race to the finish…with some gold coins along the way. The gameplay is simple at times, difficult at others, and well-made overall, despite some minor precision button-pressing in cosmic leaps of faith! Every now and then, new […] - [Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma | I GOT FLAMED FOR THIS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/zero-escape-zero-time-dilemma/):  Now I should mention that Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma is the first Spike Chunsoft title I have ever played and so with that statement let it be known. I am doing this blind and really enjoying myself so let’s jump right into the review now, shall we? Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma is a decision game, a game of choice each with its own consequences and the player faces that quite often. Taking a page from the multiverse theory of multiple realities in which every outcome has actually happened whether good or bad. That being said I have played the […] - [Pro Cycling Manager 2016 | IT'S ALL ABOUT STATISTICS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/pro-cycling-manager-2016/): Racing is fun, we as a species love to compete and loathe to lose. Yet very few of us have the time or the physique to actually be pro athletes like the ones in Pro Cycling Manager 2016. This is why we watch these events on the big screen, putting money and stock on the participants we want to win this darn thing. Be it  Le Tour De France or a more localized race, it all boils down to our will to win. Therefore there will always be a market for a good simulator game, such as the Pro Cycling manager […] - [Zombie Party | BURN IT ALL TO THE GROUND!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/zombie-party/): “Roguelike”; is a word used to describe a particular game genre. While it’s commonly attributed to a decades-old title (Rogue, 1980), it’s also used to describe any game comprised of random maps with “perma-death” for the unwary explorer. Today’s Haven Review is for a modern roguelike adventure called Zombie Party, developed by Peach Pie Productions and published by Black Shell Media. Zombie Party marries traditional roguelike RPG strategy with modern bullet hell “shoot-n-evade” tactics. The game’s tutorial is quite good in explaining how the game works, but there doesn’t seem to be a way to reset it. I inadvertently canceled before it […] - [Raining Blobs | IT HELPS TO THINK TETRIS X ANIME GIRLS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/raining-blobs/): Raining Blobs is what happens when A bunch of friends suddenly started to fight and insult each other. No one knows why, but they deiced to solve the issue by stacking colored blobs on top of each other in a small enclosed space. Just roll with it. Pick a mode, select a girl and start playing. Sounds easy enough, right? Guess again. If anything, Raining Blobs is hard and they do not keep it a secret. To win, I have to make the blobs reach the top of my opponent’s box, and that’s where I fall apart. Personally, I have no patience […] - [DOOM (2016) | RIP AND TEAR UNTIL IT IS DONE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/doom-2016/): DOOM! If you’re a child of the 90s like me, you know exactly what it is. The popular game stayed with all of us for years, with its two-dimensional graphics displayed as three-dimensional rooms.  The game was all about fighting demons, as well as other sorts of monsters coming after you. It was incredibly popular and everyone loved it (apart from the soccer moms who screamed that bloody games are making our children more violent)! Well that was then and this is now, and we have a new DOOM better referred to as DOOM (2016) the game has been reworked for a […] - [Dark Souls III | YOU HAVE CHOSEN DEATH](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dark-souls-iii/): I like referring to Dark Souls III as a child’s game. Do you want a hard game? Try playing The Lion King on the SEGA Genesis and making it past the Giraffe stage! But seriously, Dark Souls III is the newest (and final) installment in its franchise. With it, they are staying true to their sentiment of “you will die an awful lot”. Like the previous games in this series, you start out making a character that you will rarely if never look at. A “character creator” was probably not even needed. I went for a Knight because it’s me, and I […] - [Beyond Dimensions | THE ADVENTURE IS JUST BEGINNING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/beyond-dimensions/): “Roguelike”; is a word used to describe a particular game genre. While it’s commonly attributed to a decades-old title (Rogue, 1980), it’s also used to describe any game comprised of random maps with “perma-death” for the unwary explorer. Today’s Review is for a modern roguelike adventure called Beyond Dimensions, developed by Cool Frogs Studio and published by Black Shell Media. The Beyond Dimensions tutorial is brief, but it adequately explains how this classic dungeon run works. You can use the mouse to aim your explorer’s facing direction, then use directional keys to walk forward (toward the mouse cursor) or backward (away […] - [Mr. Nibbles Forever | YOU PLAY AS A HAMSTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mr-nibbles-forever/): Mr. Nibbles is a hamster, and Mr. Nibbles forever is his game. In Mr. Nibbles you play a very tiny hamster who’s nothing but a tasty treat for vicious spiders in his path, as he traverses a deadly labyrinth, one centimeter at a time. This little fellow enjoys tasty treats, jumping really high, dressing up in flashy costumes, and breaking the laws of physics. There is much to say, yet there is almost nothing to say. Mr. Nibbles is a hamster that can run and jump, and that is all he does (until I fail to make the jump). As I […] - [Spheria | BASIC BALL SOLVING PROBLEMS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/spheria/): Marble-rolling games occupy a special niche in the arcade game genre. Players typically take the role of a tiny ball, rolling and careening its way around obstacles and pitfalls on the way to an exit point  The game we have for you today is slightly different. It’s called Spheria; developed by Daydream Software and published by Black Shell Media. In Spheria, the “marble” is actually a large, heavy medicine ball. Using either keyboard or mouse, the idea is to navigate compact, yet tricky tabletop maps. Positioned precariously on each map is a series of checkpoints. You must roll the ball over each in […] - [Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan | PIZZA TIME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles/): In Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan Four turtles and a very intelligent rat who got covered in glowing mutagen ooze became humanoid and smarter. Aside from becoming as smart as humans, they have an unnatural craving for pizza, partying, and talking in surf lingo. Not only do they have the names of four famous Renaissance artists, but they are also highly skilled ninjas. Eventually, they crawled out from the sewers and decided it was a good idea to fight crime, as the city is infested with “Foot Ninjas” commanded by the terrible masked Ninja Lord “Shredder” and his questionable […] - [Overwatch | THE WORLD STILL NEEDS HEROES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/overwatch/): Not since the early days of Team Fortress 2 (TF2) have I been as enamored with a multiplayer experience as I have with Overwatch. There are definitely similarities between the two, and honestly, these are what interested me in the latter, to begin with. But once in the game, there are many nuances that have surprised me, to the point where I’ve fallen in love with Overwatch for a variety of reasons. However, the game is definitely not without its faults. Another entry in the Hero-shooter genre, Overwatch pits a cast of eclectic characters against one another in team-on-team combat. The entirety of the […] - [Facerig | DON'T PUT YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY INTO THIS](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/facerig/): Facerig is a very unusual program where you can actually have a lot of fun. So much fun in fact, That I have literally spent a few hours alone on it, just talking to myself and learning the software so I can make some funny videos later. However, I’ve found a few notable problems with the software and after a quick Google search, I’ve learned that they are either still working on fixing them, or that the developers have stopped caring about fixing them. When I first tried recording with the software, I was met with a loud hissing and static […] - [Tree of Savior | ARE WE SURE THIS ISN'T SEIKEN DENSETSU?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tree-of-savior/): Tree of Savior; our world is in peril and the goddesses are missing. But one night I had a dream; a revelation. It told me that it’s my job to cleanse the world of evil and save the holy ones. Now I just have to smash several hundred oversized onions to get some experience under my belt! Tree of Savior is a free-to-play, Korean online game with a lot of charm, a ton of enemies, and many, many classes. Since I’m talking about an online game, grinding and monotonous quests are a dime-a-dozen. As the mystery of the missing goddesses unravels, […] - [Super Ubie Island REMIX | A FAIRLY STANDARD PLATFORMER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/super-ubie-island-remix/):  Super Ubie Island REMIX is a side-scrolling platformer about a little alien who crashed his ship and must recover its broken pieces. That’s about all there is to the plot. There’s an evil brain in a jar flying around, creating creatures for you to fight. The game starts off in an over-world. Here you can view your ship, go into levels, and visit different shops. Each level is locked until you beat the previous level. The game’s style is very cartoonish, with large characters and bright colors. The levels are laid out similarly to other platformers. Enemies patrol, although none of them give […] - [Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R | KEEPING IT FRESH](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/guilty-gear-xx-accent-core-plus-r/): A little late than never, we got our hands on Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R on Steam so it’s time to give it our review. Now right from the start the opening cutscene seems really well done, showing off yet again the characters you expect to see in the Guilty Gear franchise; from Sol Badguy to Ky, and Bridget the notorious dude who looks like a lady that has had many a young boy questioning their sexuality. Nah, I’m kidding, but when they reveal Bridget as a guy it does get pretty hilarious. Now once we get to the […] - [Guilty Gear 2: Overture | NOT YOUR STANDARD GUILTY GEAR](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/guilty-gear-2-overture/): Meth: it’s a hell of a drug. It can mess people up in the head and it’s why I assume the developers thought making Guilty Gear 2: Overture more open-ended for its combat. In comparison to the others in the Guilty Gear series. But all jokes aside, the game is notoriously bad. When you start playing a Guilty Gear title you expect a nice fighting game where you can battle your opponents and friends. But this title makes you say “what the hell” with its real-time strategy style combat and giving Sol Badguy various abilities he has never had before. It […] - [Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas | TOOT THE HORN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/oceanhorn-monster-of-uncharted-seas/): In Oceanhorn Monster of Uncharted Seas, I am the son of a famous and brave explorer. However, my father was taken by a creature known as Oceanhorn; a mechanical monstrosity that makes a terrible haunting sound whenever it emerges from the murky depths. It’s now my destiny to take up the sword and find out why the monster took my father. Anyone who stands in my way, be it a monster or man, will fall by my hand like a leaf on the wind. Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas is a cutesy and fun game about exploring islands, getting new gear, […] - [Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN- | ELPHELT IS THE CUTEST CHARACTER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/guilty-gear-xrd-sign/): Guilty Gear: it’s gone through many changes over the years with iterations on how it’s been presented to us. But just as consoles lacked the capabilities to play things which later get remixed and remastered, it goes to say the same for Guilty Gear. Now Guilty Gear Xrd -Sign- is possibly the best version of the game to date with its own unique story, but with the same great characters, you have been playing since day one. This game has kept true to its roots by fully embracing its design and gameplay, and removing unnecessary clutter. I start first with the […] - [Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition | WELL YOU'RE DEAD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dark-souls-prepare-die/): Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition has me cursing these undead and this damnable mark, I have been branded and will soon turn hollow and lose my mind, attacking anyone that comes too close. Our world has truly gone down a clogged infected drain and the dead just refuses to stay down. It’s probably a good thing that they decided to lock me up in this stinking, moldy asylum; and the moans of the insipid prisoners never stop. Dark Souls is an adventure in a dark and desolate fantasy world of sword and sorcery, where light is fading and monsters run […] - [Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure | GRAB YOUR FRIENDS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/gurumin-monstrous-adventure/): Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure was first released on PSP and made its way to Steam. It was developed by Nihon Falcom Corporation and published by Mastiff. In it, you play as a girl named Parin who moves to a new town filled with nothing but doddering old people and no kids. One of the geriatrics actually tries taking Parin out on a date and keeps insisting on taking her out again later. This winds up being the best way to show gamers what consent means! Well, things soon kick off and you save a screaming little girl who’s terrified of a dog, only to find […] - [Zamarian | A MOUSE DRIVER SPACE SHOOTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/zamarian/): Zamarian is a mouse-driven arcade space shooter. Instead of having free movement though, you are stuck moving in a circular motion around a central point. Enemies tend to spawn at the center and spiral out toward you, however, some will spawn outside the circle. Enemies will drop money, health (in the form of shields), and sometimes weapon upgrades. However, all these upgrades can be bought from the store if you have the coin. You can also spend money to buy new ships. There are light, medium, and heavy ships. From what I gathered, the only difference is their price and their […] - [Salt and Sanctuary | IT'S SO DARK, I LOVE IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/salt-and-sanctuary/): Salt and Sanctuary clearly is crafted from a merging of inspirational sources. It pays great homage to games that have come before it while reinventing them; combining them in ways that both let the genius of those games shine and create an entirely new experience for the player. The two most important influences on Salt and Sanctuary are Dark Souls and Castlevania. Castlevania is the oldest of the three and has influenced much of the design of Dark Souls, as well as giving this game its underlying framework and heavy two-dimensional exploration experience. “Salt and Sanc'” is at heart a Metroidvania-style game. […] - [Final Fantasy IX | IT LEAVES ME AN EMOTIONAL MESS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-ix/):  Final Fantasy IX is one of my all-time favorite and enjoyable Final Fantasy titles. I was paying off my first Sony PlayStation (that my father secretly paid off for me) He also bought me a copy of Final Fantasy IX so I could play a new game. Now to me, that meant an awful lot, considering he was the only person working. My mother was in the hospital again for various issues and died yet again (She’s good at coming back from the dead, like Captain Jack Harkness from Torchwood).  So I remember this game quite fondly. I remember starting it up […] - [Geek Fuel Monthly Box | March 2016 | NOW WITH STAN LEE!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/geek-fuel-monthly-box/): So I finally got to try a subscription box from Geek Fuel, and jumping right into it I must say it was nicely packed. I don’t have photos because I got selfish and decided to just tear into the box like an angry child with wrapping paper. One of the things I noticed about the box is the cost, which I found a bit low. But when I opened it I wasn’t disappointed by what I found. Inside we had a lovely Steam game, a Batman vs. Superman T-shirt (XL, my size too!), A Legend of Zelda: Link poster that’s exclusive to […] - [Stella Glow | IT'S NOT A FINAL FANTASY?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/stella-glow/): Stella Glow is yet another title from the Atlus game company, and to be honest the last few titles from them have been less than enjoyable. These include Legend of Legacy and Etrian Odyssey II, so I go into this with low expectations. However right from the start, I noticed another company had a hand in making this title; my old friend SEGA. The game started and I was instantly taken to a screen where apparently a previous protagonist is being engulfed in some type of fire; he is dying as his teammates look on. So now I’m intrigued as I try to struggle […] - [Enter the Gungeon | LIVING BULLETS AND VULCAN RAVEN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/enter-the-gungeon/): In Enter the Gungeon you play as a shady gunslinger stuck in a gun-themed dungeon, where living bullets are armed with guns that shoot bullets…and that’s only the first room. In fact, there are several gunslingers to pick from, with some unique starting options and passives. Tutorials are for chumps; here is all you need to know. One stick is for moving, the other is for aiming and every hero has a gun that shoots projectiles. They all come with a “dodge roll” and can have an extra item equipped. They also have a fancy bullet-stopping area attack. The game is […] - [Magical Eyes: Red is for Anguish | GET SOME CLEAR EYES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/magical-eyes-red-anguish/): In Magical Eyes: Red is for Anguish, One of the things I quickly learned when I was in Japan is how rich and complex is its culture The written language, for instance, utilizes basic Chinese characters, but then requires speakers to learn multiple pronunciations for each character, depending on its use in a sentence. It then compounds the issue with two more alphabets not found in Chinese, each of which must be carefully integrated alongside the Chinese script. Needless to say, it was a challenge to learn! Also during my journey, I considered a serious study of shogi (Japanese chess). I […] - [Quantum Break | SOMEBODY CALL THE TIMELORDS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/quantum-break/): Time travel: we want it, we say we need it and we believe we understand it. These are the main focus points of Quantum Break, Now I spent a good while playing this and I do really enjoy it, although it gives me the sense of watching a British time travel drama. It makes me wonder if there’s some sort of Doctor Who reference or T.A.R.D.I.S. easter egg somewhere…but it’s greatly lacking there. Even the overall design of the city and town is based on British cities. When it comes to actual gameplay though, I found it very enjoyable to explore the […] - [Acorn Assault: Rodent Revolution | THE NUTTY BUTTY WARS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/acorn-assault-rodent-revolution/): Adapting board games to electronic platforms is a hit-and-miss operation. Classic titles that have been around for decades are especially difficult. Often the rules quite don’t translate, and developers are slow to release expansion boards, card sets, and game pieces in the form of DLC. Fortunately, the game we’re about to review doesn’t have to worry about any of that because it’s unique to the computerized world! Enter Acorn Assault: Rodent Revolution, developed by High Tale Studios and published by Black Shell Media. Fans will tell you that to be a good board game, a title must provide a balance of […] - [Tidal Affair: Before the Storm | THIS CAN ONLY END WELL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tidal-affair-before-the-storm/): Tidal Affair: Before the Storm is an isometric stealth game. You sneak around an island, fighting various rebel groups. Your character is equipped with a parasol that can perform backstabs and a special skill called “puppeting”. Puppeting is one of the primary ways of dealing with enemies. You can back-stab, but that is harder to do, and most useful in situations where you’re left to take out one last guy who’s unaware of you. The parasol can do a basic attack, but the damage is low and should only be used in dire situations. Puppetting lets you mind-control an enemy for […] - [Farming Simulator 2015 | EMBRACE YOUR INNER HILLBILLY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/farming-simulator/): In the past, the “simulator” game genre much like Farming Simulator 2015 was pretty much exclusively made for people who were more into what the simulator was about, rather than gaming. These experiences were less about games, rather more about ways for people to get a small glimpse at jobs and hobbies that might be too imposing for amateur enthusiasts. For instance, flight sims were less for people interested in video games; more to capture the audience of airplane lovers. These titles gave you simple scenarios, but with more realistic controls. There have been more widespread sim games, such as Sim […] - [Valkyria Chronicles | COMBAT MAIDS READY TO KICK A**!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/valkyria-chronicles/): War, war has changed. The story in Valkyria Chronicles takes place on an alternate Earth, sometime around the first World War, Gallia sits on a waste deposit of ragnite and is caught between two giant empires. The only reason they can keep their neutrality is through superior army strength and training. Unfortunately, the enemy did not listen, and so they invaded. The game starts as Gunter Welkin returns to his hometown as it’s suddenly invaded by the enemy. From here on out, he teams up with his sisters, the local baker, a tank his father left in the garage, and a […] - [Spellbind | THESE PUZZLES ARE SUPPOSED TO BE SIMPLE?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/spellbind/): Puzzle games have long been among my favorites. Of course, as a professional gamer, I play and review titles from all genres, but I always seem to return to the mind-bending head scratchers that I’ve loved for decades. Submitted for your review: Spellbind developed and published by Spider Key Games. This title was created on the Unity Engine, a publicly available source platform for any and all to try their hand at game development. At its core, Spellbind is a point-and-click still-frame progression through a tricky castle and surrounding environs. As you wander the rooms, gardens, and caverns, you’re presented with logic […] - [Typing of the Dead: Overkill | WORDS PER MINUTE OR IM DEAD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/typing-of-the-dead-overkill/): Typing of the Dead: Overkill is A crude game with stilted dialogue, an overly dramatic narrator, and a B-movie plot at best. Just the way the developers intended. Two cops and two girls are after the notorious criminal scumbag Papa Caesar, who flooded the streets with foul stinking creatures covered with putrid skin in various states of decay. As most people should know by now, undead humans make for a poor enemy, and in most cases, I truly loathe to have them in a game. However in this case it works, since they for the most part only attack one at […] - [Mortal Kombat X | YELL FINNISH HAM; IT CONFUSES PEOPLE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mortal-kombat-x/): Now I know a lot of people grew up with Mortal Kombat, not me however Mortal Kombat X is my first experience outside of some Arcade titles. I mainly played it at my local pizza joint growing up…that and Street Fighter. I never really did get into the former; not because of how gruesome the games are and not that I have an issue with blood, it’s just not my thing in general. I prefer more vibrant games, like the latter. However going into Mortal Kombat X, I knew it wouldn’t be the game I played as a child. I loaded it up […] - [Black Desert Online | A KOREAN MMO YOU NEED TO PLAY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/black-desert-online/): Black Desert Online (BDO), is a Korean massive multiplayer online (MMO) game that became hugely popular because of its character editor. You can make pretty much any celebrity or make the ugliest human in all of existence, or both. Well, the game finally came to Europe and North America, due to its popularity, and as such, we got involved! So involved in fact, that we’ve been part of its alpha testing, its beta testing, and its second wave of beta testing. Honestly, I must say it’s been great! That isn’t to say there weren’t a fair share of issues, many of […] - [Mazement | ROLL INTO A GOOD TIME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mazement/): Introducing Mazement, developed by Wronghut and published by Black Shell Media. In this single-player amalgamation, the story is simple. All spherical objects have been captured and imprisoned by the polyhedrons of the world, for reasons unclear. Refusing to take sides, your character must go around in an effort to save the orbs (both puns intended). After a short tutorial map, you find yourself in a central hub room, with doors leading off to levels unknown. You’ll want to enter the door nearest you, as this takes you to a relatively easy map. Upon completion, you’re returned to the hub where you […] - [Umihara Kawase | THE CLASSIC PLATFORMER RETURNS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/umihara-kawase/): Umihara Kawase is an interesting platformer puzzle game. You play as a little girl with a fishing pole. The original game was released in 1994. In 2015 the game was reworked and launched on Steam. The game dealt with some legal issues, and after a change of developer, the game is ready to be played. This review will be for the Steam edition of the game, but of course, I can’t really talk about that without touching on the original game, as well. First off, this game is incredibly difficult. You must complete 10 level chunks with a total of 8 […] - [Turok: Dinosaur Hunter | NATIVE AMERICAN VS DINOSAUR](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/turok-dinosaur-hunter/): In Turok: Dinosaur Hunter (Turok) a native American man got sucked into another dimension in order to protect the lost land from evil. Here time, space, and other realms merge, making for the perfect excuse to have the player hunt dinosaurs with a lot of fancy weaponry. This includes such boring, but practical items as a knife, a bow, and the flashy fusion canon. The music is memorable, even if the ambient sounds are rather terrible. The composer went for a lot of fast-paced drum beats and tribal-style music. Most people will remember Turok from the Nintendo 64 (N64) system, which […] - [The Bug Butcher | THEY HAD IT COMING!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-bug-butcher/): The Bug Butcher? When you hear the term “shoot-em-up”, your first reaction isn’t to take it literally. Well, it is now! Introducing The Bug Butcher, developed and published by Awfully Nice Studios. In this fast-action arcade blaster, you start out with a basic pulse gun with which you shoot at monsters falling from the ceiling. It’s literally a shoot-em-UP! These bad guys are essentially large, mean rubber balls that bounce and careen around the room. This means you must run back and forth across the floor to keep up with them, while not getting crushed in the process. When you are positioned directly […] - [Broforce | WE'RE SCREAMING AMERICA; F*CK YEAH!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/broforce/): To protect freedom and democracy BROFORCE fights with extreme prejudice and big guns. When terrorists attack, America retaliates and sends in expendable heroes with big guns and questionable ethics. After all, only you can save freedom. I chose to review Broforce because I had a great time playing it. It’s a deceptively simple platformer/side-scrolling game. The player can jump, shoot, throw grenades, a knife attack and hang on to walls. The challenge and fun come from the explosives that litter the environment and chain reactions when something is lit on fire or explodes, such as the roof falling down. The most […] - [Cyborg Rage | DESPITE ALL MY RAGE I'M STILL A BULLET HELL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cyborg-rage/): “Bullet hell” shooters have been raining down on us for decades. While they all have common tendencies (space-themed, side/forward-scrolling, etc.) there’s always an element of uniqueness. Today we’re reviewing Cyborg Rage, developed by Ragiva Games and published by Black Shell Media. What makes Cyborg Rage different from many bullet shells is its difficulty level: it’s not! I’ve reviewed this genre before, and the one complaint I typically have is that the games are simply too hard for all but the most seasoned twitch/controller users. But this game is actually fair; even with a standard PC mouse. In fact, it’s the only […] - [Battlestation: Harbinger | A SIMPLISTIC SPACE BATTLE SIM!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/battlestation-harbinger/): Battlestation: Harbinger, developed and published by Bugbyte, Ltd., is not your typical space combat simulator. Yes, there are strategies and tactics. Yes, you must periodically repair your base and upgrade your ships’ weapons and armor. Yes, you’re able to add ships to your fleet for extra firepower in your journey across the star sectors. What sets this game apart however is its sense of “portability”. The game is so intuitive that it plays equally well on both PC and mobile platforms. Let’s take a look at the tutorial. Simply click the “Training” tab atop the “Select difficulty” page. The center section […] - [Pixel Puzzles 2: Space | IT'S A JIGSAW! IN SPACE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/pixel-puzzles-2-space/): Some of you may remember my “Heroes Review” on YouTube for a game called Pixel Puzzles: UndeadZ. The idea was to piece together a virtual jigsaw puzzle…always with a zombie theme…while simultaneously warding off actual zombies, tower-defense-style. The action was furious, adding a big dose of challenge to an otherwise relaxing tabletop pastime. Today we continue with another title in the same series. It’s called Pixel Puzzles 2: Space, developed by Decaying Logic and published by Kiss Ltd. This game is far less intense than its predecessor, which can be a good thing or not, depending on your mood. Pictured below […] - [Disgaea 3: Absence of Detention | ALL BOW TO THE PRINY'S!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/disgaea-3-absence-of-detention/): Disgaea 3: Absence of Detention, The Netherworld is a place of demons, where the soul of sinners is sent, and have to work to pay off their sins. It’s also a school (a place of anything but learning). Most children think of school as hell. In this case, it’s literal and all of the students are demons. These hellish abominations are bright, vibrant, and colorful, with quirky over-the-top personalities and a lot of vices. This motif is mostly played for laughs. Disgaea is a series of tactical RPG games made by Nippon Ichi Software (lit.: Japan 1st Software). Each game takes […] - [Kivi, Toilet and Shotgun | ONE BUGGY HOT MES](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/kivi-toilet-and-shotgun/): Kivi, Toilet and Shotgun already seem to know where it belongs, because it’s the worst game I’ve had the misfortune to play. Kivi, Toilet and Shotgun is a top-down shooter that switches between two different stages: a driving stage and a town stage. The driving stage consists of driving down a dark brown road, fighting other cars and people. The enemies during this portion of the game are randomly generated. Sometimes you can easily get through this; other times it’s an absolute nightmare. Cars will be tricked out with armor and rocket launchers that will easily destroy your car in a […] - [Lego Avengers | HULK SMASH AND THEN REBUILD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/lego-avengers/): Lego. Most of us grew up with these amazing little building blocks of joy. I know I did and I really enjoyed making up fantasy worlds with them. Speaking of fantasy worlds, Marvel Studios and Warner Brothers teamed up with Lego to create Lego Avengers, and I must say it is my first Lego game title. Right off the bat it throws you into action and gives almost no guidance as to the controls; for the most part, it expects you to know what to do. I didn’t, but after a while I finally got a pop-up saying I needed to […] - [Skylanders: Super Chargers | WHY ARE THESE SO ADDICTING?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/skylanders-superchargers/): I got myself some Skylanders Super Chargers and I love the shiny toy-like feel but seriously, Alright, before I get into this one I want to say that I’ve played it and the main story is completely playable with just the starting kit and beginner toys. That being said, let’s jump right in! Skylanders are little figures of plastic amiibos that would easily devour parents’ wallets without a second thought. These toys are used to bring forth characters in the game Skylanders or Skylanders: Super Chargers and boy are they expensive. Now I’ve taken the time to play through the game, and […] - [Volgarr the Viking | SLAY WHAT GETS IN THE WAY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/volgarr-the-viking/): Do you find modern games too easy, with their abundant checkpoints and simple streamlined level design? Do you remember those nail-biting platform games that chewed up your coins like a blender, where death was only one good hit away and the levels had an abundance of pitfalls and spikes? Topped off with huge bosses? Then look no further. Volgarr the Viking is very simple to control and requires a lot of memorization and some luck since it’s a retro-style platform game that’s inspired by old arcade games. The hero can throw spears, cut things with his sword, roll, and double jump. […] - [Legend of Legacy | THERE IS ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/legend-of-legacy/): The best place to start with Legend of Legacy is at the beginning, where you can choose between several characters. From those, the one you choose becomes the primary hero of your story. Now I do like this concept and have played a game in the past much similar to this called Saga Frontier. Now that game was a masterpiece; something so beautiful it can only be experienced for yourself.        However, Legend of Legacy is lacking in the masterpiece department. Each character has its own shallow plot line; without the character-building dialog expected in a role-playing game (RPG). I find the […] - [Street Fighter V | ARE YOU A TRUE CHAMPION?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/street-fighter-v/): Alright, so the last time I played Street Fighter I was a kid at a local pizzeria that had the arcade machines set up and I loved it, although I did have a rough time trying to jump. Now it’s been a few years and they’ve launched the PC edition of Street Fighter V; it’s what I’m playing today! I know I’m treading on sacred ground here because I realize there’s a huge fan base and tournaments on a global scale. Parodies abound about how great the competitions are in anime. So here I’m playing and all I read about from […] - [Downwell | BUTTONS FALL DOWN THE HOLE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/downwell/): It’s a long dark shaft that stretches far into the abyss, it’s Downwell. Everywhere there are gruesome monsters and convenience stores. Don’t question the logic too hard. After all, the player uses gun boots to cushion the fall and to kill monsters. Stomping on things also helps to beat the monsters, unless they’ve got spikes or are on fire. The more things killed in a row without touching solid ground grants a bigger bonus and unlocks an achievement. As gems are collected from rocks or fallen foes, a “gem-high” meter fills up. As long as gems are collected and kills are […] - [Punch Club | SOMEONE PLAY THE ROCKY THEME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/punch-club/): At its root, Punch Club is a resource management game. You have four meters that need to be monitored: Health, Hunger, Mood, and Energy. Every time you do something in the game, these stats are affected. The ultimate goal is to win fights and become the champion of the fighting league. To win fights you need to train to raise three stats: Strength, Agility, and Stamina. These can all be raised by working out at the gym or working out at home. In a fight, your stats do different things. Strength is your base damage, agility controls how quickly your energy […] - [Spellweaver | YOU'VE ACTIVATED MY TRAP CARD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/spellweaver/): Now before I get into my review of Spellweaver, I want to say that I have played and still play a lot of TCGs. Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, even Card Fight Vanguard! Going into this review I am taking my experience as a professional-level card player. Now in Spellweaver, you start as in many other trading card games, by picking cards for your deck. In this title you have five different types, much like in Magic the Gathering, which is categorized into Darkness, Light, Forest, Water, and Fire. These five types are the focus of the decks in their game. […] - [The Evil Within | THE MIND WILL MESS YOU UP](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-evil-within/): Can you survive the horrid mindscape made of blood and brains? The Evil Within is a gruesome affair, with thundering abominations and lethal traps around every corner waiting to tear you apart. To build upon the rather depressing atmosphere, the color palette is drab and diluted, with monsters that are not unlike zombies. Make no mistake, the enemies are a lot more tenacious and intelligent than the ones from the Resident Evil series (from which this game takes its inspiration). On that note, the game feels and controls much like Resident Evil, only more tightly. This is survival horror in every […] - [Rocksmith 2014 | HOW NOT TO BECOME A CHICK MAGNET!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rocksmith-2014/): Asking the question that Rocksmith 2014 doesn’t, have you ever found yourself clicking away at a piece of plastic to be boring and lame? Ever considered learning how to play guitar like an actual rock star? Want to be the chick magnet at the party? With Rocksmith 2014 you can (I’m kidding of course.) It only requires the game, a specific audio cable, and a working electric guitar. Who said that education was not fun? A most noteworthy side effect of learning how to play the guitar is the ability to perform on an open street (in order to pay off […] - [Plantera | NO, NOT THE ENEMY IN TERRARIA!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/plantera/): “Clicker/Idler” games have made a huge insurgence, especially on mobile devices. Interestingly enough, the game we’re about to review, while seemingly perfect on mobile, is currently just for the PC. It’s called Plantera; developed and published by VaragtP. My initial intent was to play the game long enough to learn the rules, create a few strategies and collect a number of screenshots for this review. That didn’t happen. I instead lost track of time, completely mesmerized by what I was doing. The game is essentially a personal farming simulator, where you plant crops to earn money. The money is used to […] - [A quick look at Log Horizon](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/log-horizon-portal/): Log Horizon, In an online world within our world, several thousand players got stuck as their avatar within Elder Tale, as the newest expansion pack was released. The series mainly follows Shiroe, the devil in glasses, and his merry followers who struggle with all the problems that occur as the online world slowly becomes real and larger than life. As a seasoned strategist and highly-ranked player, he ends up taking control as the world keeps throwing new curveballs his way. Luckily he has a strong supporting cast and is well-versed in the art of “plans within plans”. There are many a […] - [Curvatron | IT'S JUST LIKE SNAKE ON A NOKIA PHONE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/curvatron/): “Snake” games have been around for a very long time, and Curvatron is no different from them. Even the earliest consoles of the 1970s had them. I remember playing SNAFU on Intellivision (Mattel Electronics). Also, who could forget that famous motorbike scene in the original Tron movie, that was later made into a game? The idea in both was to move your avatar around, leaving a solid wall in your wake. You trap your opponent within your walls so that they crash into them. The game we are reviewing today is similar, yet has its own flavor. It’s called Curvatron, developed […] - [Final Fantasy Explorers | I NEED MORE OF THIS IN MY LIFE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-explorers/): Final Fantasy is one of the greatest Role-Playing Game (RPG) series of all time; I started with Final Fantasy III (Final Fantasy VI) on a ROM emulator, got a PlayStation, and bought Final Fantasy VII, VIII, and IX. It’s a series I have loved since my first encounter. Here we are years later and I am playing Final Fantasy Explorers on the Nintendo 3DS. Now the game starts out like most modern multiplayer titles. Create your character, give them a voice, maybe a different hair color, and choose your gender. Nothing major about that. Then you start playing. Your airship crashes […] - [Stone Tales | IT'S FROM THE STONE AGE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/stone-tales/): The concept behind Stone Tales deserves much more than it got. The idea of playing pre-historic people depicted as stylistic cave paintings sound like a wonderful little indie experience. However, Stone Tales is nothing more than an unpolished mess. You play as two brothers Uga and Buga as they go try to save their tribe from a rival tribe. You control both brothers simultaneously. Using the same movement keys for both, but different jump keys. If the controls were tight, precise, and responsive then this could lead to an interesting take on platforming. Sadly, that’s not the case. Moving and jumping […] - [Herding dog | YOU HERD ANIMALS, THAT'S THE GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/herding-dog/):   Herding Dog is a game about herding animals. The game is entirely mouse-driven, you click to move, and bark. Those are literally the only two things you do in the game. The goal is to drive animals from all over the field into a target zone. There is a wide variety of animals from sheep to goats, to cows. Each animal has its own way of moving so each of them means changing up your strategy, or so the game wants you to think. Each animal, more or less, acts the exact same. The only real note is the chicken, […] - [XCOM 2 | BECAUSE ALL GOOD GAMES GET SEQUELS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/xcom-2/): I was a computer network instructor for a major training company in 1994. My dial-up Internet was fast becoming a bore, so decided that a new game for my PC was in order. I stumbled upon a title called XCOM: UFO Defense (MicroProse, 1994). I brought home the packaged game, but for some reason never got around to installing it. The following year XCOM: Terror From the Deep (MicroProse, 1995) caught my attention. As with its predecessor, it wound up being thrown into a drawer, never to be installed. Twenty years and a host of sequels later, I’m happy to report […] - [Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen | IT'S QUITE GRINDY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dragons-dogma/): Ladies and Lads, I present you with Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen! If your first instinct when you see a majestic red dragon is to climb it, then look no further. This game is about bombing big monsters with powerful spells and stabbing them in their weak spots with sharp swords and knives. Regardless of how awesome it is to bring down giants, the game also offers smaller denizens common to standard fantasy settings: goblins, wolves, skeletons, and zombies. These creatures’ smaller size doesn’t make them any less hard to kill, since almost every enemy comes in packs. Bad bird to the […] - [Space Moth DX | A BUTTERFLY BULLET HELL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/space-moth-dx/): As a training instructor for Microsoft security and engineering courses, a big “no-no” in the classroom is to read directly from the course books. After all, students can just do that themselves; why hire trainers to perform a “stand-up” routine? For my review of Space Moth DX, however, I’m going to break protocol (at least for part of it) and peruse the particulars of the rules. Space Moth DX; developed by 1CC Games and published by Black Shell Media. At its core, Space Moth DX is a vertical scrolling bullet hell, reminiscent of arcade machines of yore. From the opening menu, […] - [SteelSeries Siberia 200 | I STILL LOVE THIS HEADSET!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/steelseries-siberia-200/): SteelSeries, maker of such fine products as mice with the gimmick LED’s has come out with another item. Although the SteelSeries Siberia 200 was released a while back, we just now got around to using it. Normally I use a Corsair V2000 headset with its cushion-like headpiece and its adjustable features, but I can never get it to sit right on my head. It is quite uncomfortable at times. I feel like I have ear-muffs on and I get really hot. Not to mention it collects dust on the headpiece because it’s made of cotton or some similar fabric. But I […] - [Etrian Odyssey II | RECYCLED GAME ASSETS AT ITS FINEST!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/etrian-odyssey-ii/): Etrian Odyssey II is not to be confused with Etrian Mystery Dungeon, because for a good while, I thought it was a sequel to that title. I was wrong. Now, something to note is that it’s made by Atlus, and as with their other Etrian titles, they’re very good at recycling images! Etrian Mystery Dungeon, Etrian Odyssey, and even Etrian Odyssey II all have recycled textures, 3D models, and character images, to the point where it doesn’t really feel fresh visually; I feel it has grown stale in that respect. I really wish they’d create more new content, aside from the […] - [King's Quest | NOT A TELLTALE GAME SERIES](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/kings-quest/): King’s Quest is the story of an old man, recounting his youthful adventures which allowed him to become King. Honestly, when I started playing I wasn’t sure of what to expect, but I was taken aback by how beautiful and stunning the game was. The best way to describe it is if you took a Disney movie, put it into a story-based game, and fine-tuned it so that everything flowed together flawlessly.  In a lot of games, you have a “stutter” of some kind; something that lets you know you’re playing a game. Maybe their mouths don’t move in sync with […] - [Call of Duty: Black Ops III | MY FIRST PLAYING CALL OF DUTY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/call-of-duty-black-ops-iii/): Right, so where to begin with this one? I primarily play Battlefield. I love EA’s Battlefield. I have primarily avoided Call of Duty (CoD) and it’s extensions like Call of Duty Black Ops III and the rest because the obsessive fans started claiming it was the best game franchise in the whole world, that and the screaming children on Xbox… Mainly the screaming kids on Xbox… I gauged the community based on them, and thus have avoided the title. But now as a game reviewer, I know that I have to get in-depth about the titles I play, and at long last, […] - [Super Indie Karts | IT'S LIKE SNES MARIO KART, BUT BETTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/super-indie-karts/): Now before anyone asks, I will say this Super Indie Karts is exactly like Super Mario Kart and not the N64 version but the classic Super Nintendo one that you probably didn’t even know existed unless you are a much older person than you care to admit.  But however, like the name suggests it is Indie characters that are the stars of this game. There are some popular characters as well, such as A.R.E.S from A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda or Filo from So Many Me…and let’s not forget Whispering Willows, either. These are characters who, during the year 2015 made their mark […] - [Metal Gear Online 3 | IT'S A PVP WORLD OUT THERE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/metal-gear-online-3/): Ah, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain from Hideo Kojima is one of the best game titles of 2015. Now, at long last, we can play Metal Gear Online 3! This is actually my first time experiencing Metal Gear Online. I know it has been a thing of the past, but I didn’t know what to expect from it until now. Honestly, I absolutely love it. I beat the main story and achieved an “S” rank in everything and it just seemed to lose its charm; even with the opportunity to get Quiet back onto Motherbase. But the interactions with […] - [Kumoon: Ballistic Physics Puzzle | THE BALL TOSS SIMULATOR](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/kumoon-ballistic-physics-puzzle/): Puzzle games are a favorite for aspiring indie developers. Budgets for voice actors are often not needed, visuals & graphics don’t have to be outstanding and programmers only have to focus on a single, repeated premise. Such is the case here with today’s entry: Kumoon: Ballistic Physics Puzzle; developed and published by Lucky You Studio. The Finnish word “kumoon” literally means “over” or “down”, depending on the online dictionary you use. But in the context of this game, it suggests “falling over” or “falling down”. You take the role of a small android who looks a lot like a character from […] - [I Can't Escape: Darkness | CLASSIC DUNGEON CRAWLING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/i-cant-escape-darkness/): What happens when you cross a classic dungeon crawler with an equally classic escape-the-room puzzler? The answer is simply, I Can’t Escape Darkness; developed and published by Fancy Fish Games. When I first launched the game I was a bit confused. I thought I’d accidentally clicked on another title in my Steam library from a few years ago! I was presented with a first-person view inside a dungeon maze, with large-block walls and a low ceiling. Vines grow out from wall cracks and sconces dimly light the entire experience. After a short, but informative tutorial, I began my delve into the […] - [Castle Torgeath: Descent into Darkness | IT FEELS LIKE THE 90'S](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/castle-of-torgeath-descent-into-darkness/): Every video gamer has a favorite title category or genre. Since early computer entertainment, mine has always been the “dungeon crawler”. The premise is simple. Guide a single character or small party of adventurers through dank labyrinths, collecting treasure and defeating monsters along the way. As you do this, your character(s) will level up and your weapons & armor will improve. So describes the game we’re here to review. It’s called Castle Torgeath: Descent into Darkness; developed by Dungeoneering Studios and published by Black Shell Media. As the game begins, you’re treated to a short intro as Castle Torgeath itself looms […] - [Super Intergalactic Gang | EASTER EGGS EVERYWHERE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/super-intergalactic-gang/): Perhaps you’ve heard the term “SIG”. It stands for “Special Interest Group”, right? Well usually; but not today. In fact, very little is usual about the game we’re here to review. It’s called Super Intergalactic Gang (SIG); developed by Martin Cerdeira and published by Black Shell Media. At its core, this game is a fast-action, side-scrolling bullet hell. Think you’ve seen it all before? Not likely in this case. Almost every aspect of SIG is riddled with innuendo, tribute, or reference to some other product. The opening sequence begins with “A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy Far, Far Away…” and one […] - [Rise of the Tomb Raider | YOU MEET JESUS CHRIST IN IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rise-of-the-tomb-raider-pc/): Now I should note before I go into this that I’ve played and beaten Rise of the Tomb Raider with a 100% completion on the Xbox One. Most of this review, however, focuses on PC-exclusive features that new players should know about. Now if you waited for this title, you’re rewarded with some very nice tessellation action, as well as an exclusive full-screen mode where you can use a monitor with a 120 Hz refresh rate! Assuming you have the graphics card to play this thing on high, you can play it at a nice 60 fps for mind-numbing graphics that […] - [Echoes of Aetheria | A REALLY GOOD RPG MAKER GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/echoes-of-aetheria/): The classic top-down role-playing game, made famous in the ’80s and ’90s is making a valiant return. Not only are experienced developers reinventing the genre, but RPG enthusiasts and hobbyists are getting in on the action, thanks to accessible software engines like RPG Maker MV. Presenting Echoes of Aetheria, developed by Dancing Dragon Games and published by Degica. The game is obviously polished and modern, yet at the same time preserves some of the dusty features found in the old classics. As the curtain lifts in the game’s intro, we take our seats at a wedding ceremony. It seems that our […] - [The Silent Age | GRANDPA JOE BECAME A JANITOR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-silent-age/): Immediately I went to check if there was anything in the garbage. There wasn’t. What kind of point-and-click is this? The Silent Age starts you off as mild-mannered Janitor Joe. Joe works for some large nebulous company that’s probably evil. Janitor Joe had a friend, Frank, but he left to find a new job; probably to get away from Joe. I’m surprised Joe even had a friend, to begin with. Joe was given Frank’s old assignment and now must go clean the basement laboratory. This starts off a mildly interesting adventure through time. That’s right, you get to fulfill every young […] - [More Problems at Red 5](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/more-problems-at-red-5/): It seems that our friends at Red 5 Studios (Red 5) still cannot catch a break. In the latest news, we have ascertained that up to about 40% of the staff will have to take a pay cut if they’re to continue working at the company. Investors are skeptical right now about Red 5’s stability. Some employees have stated that they’ll only be getting 60% of their actual paychecks until more investors are lined up. It pains me to think that the developers of a game I really enjoyed are suffering this much and that the employees are forced to bear […] - [Eastside Hockey Manager | IT'S A MANAGEMENT SIMULATOR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/eastside-hockey-manager/): Before I get into talking about Eastside Hockey Manager I want to say that being from Los Angeles, I grew up watching some of the NHL’s greats. My family would drive down to the Great Western Forum (long before Staples Center) and watch the Kings play. While not a great playoff team, we had some amazing players. There was team captain extraordinaire Marcel Dionne, legendary goalie Rogie Vachon and one of the longest career players in history…Dave Taylor. The team wore gold and purple, just like the Lakers; and after the latter began dominating in their own league, the Kings promptly […] - [Bloxitivity | PUZZLES, PLATFORMS, AND MY TIME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/bloxitivity/): There’s been an influx in the past few years of what I call the “small-scale puzzle game”. Basically, you’re presented with a board, grid, or another form of a brief map. The idea is to move or navigate around objects in order to reach an exit or goal. Classics of the genre have been around in physical form for decades; who doesn’t remember those plastic “tangram” cutouts? Now in the virtual age, this type of game is being cut and pressed within a highly competitive market. Enter the product featured in this review: Bloxitivity, developed by 55 Revolver and published by […] - [Minecraft Story Mode: A Telltale Game Series | IT'S PIXELATED!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/minecraft-story-mode-a-telltale-game/): Minecraft, the famous game we all know and love from Mojang, was bought by Microsoft and is now titled as another game. In this new project from Telltale Games, you are playing a story-based version of the classic open-world builder…because that is what Telltale does. The name of the game is Minecraft Story Mode. At the start, you get to pick one of two possible characters, male or female, and your choice of three different skins each. I know this kind of sucks; you don’t get to upload your own skin! Given time I think someone will do something about that. […] - [Viscera Cleanup Detail | WE GOTTA CLEAN UP THOSE BODIES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/viscera-cleanup-detail/): Ah, the life of a janitor is never done especially in Viscera Cleanup Detail. There are always toilets to clean, mirrors to wash, and of course horrible disfigured mutilated corpses to throw into the incinerator. Alright, so the last one may be a bit of a stretch unless your employer is the local crime syndicate. In Viscera Cleanup Detail you take the role of a janitor, and just as Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs has explained, someone has got to clean up. Now you’re probably wondering what exactly you’re cleaning. Well in Viscera Cleanup Detail you are tidying up stages used […] - [Horse Life 4 | IT'S JUST A BAD HORSE GAME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/horse-life-4/): Horse Life 4 is the fourth installment of the franchise, however, it’s fairly disappointing. You would expect a title such as this to have better visuals. The actual rider, of all things, doesn’t look or feel natural atop the horse. The thing is, you are always on the horse…all the time! So you’re stuck with this view that doesn’t feel natural. Another issue when playing is that you must always hold down the “A” button to keep the horse moving at speed. This can become tiresome after the first five minutes and is extremely irritating. The game’s storyline is extremely weak. […] - [Mad Max | THE ARKHAM MECHANICS MEET A WASTELAND](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mad-max/): There once was a man named Bruce Wayne who owned a multi-billion dollar conglomerate and was also named Batman; a real hero. But as it turned out, his latest video game iteration was complete trash on the PC. Now there was also a man named Max who was quite mad, you see. He also had a PC game…jokingly called the “Australian Simulator”…and let me tell you, despite both games coming from the same publisher, Mad Max is infinitely better than Batman: Arkham Knight on the PC. Now Mad Max the game is based around the Mad Max movie franchise, following the […] - [Final Fantasy XIII: Lightning Returns | SHE HAS RETURNED!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-xiii-lightning-returns/): Final Fantasy titles are normally just one-shot stories that go from point A to point B, but the formula matured when Final Fantasy X debuted. Final Fantasy XIII was another one of these evolved titles, and has since spawned two more incarnations of both story and character: Lightning is a strong, independent white woman with pink hair who “don’t need no man” made her appearance in Final Fantasy XIII and has continued to do so in Final Fantasy XIII Lightning Returns the third installment in her series. Playing the first Final Fantasy XIII, you were introduced to many key characters, and […] - [Game of Thrones: A Telltale Game Series | I DON'T LIKE IT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/game-of-thrones-a-telltale-game/): Game of Thrones, the popular hit show on HBO is based on George R.R. Martin’s epic novel series. Game of Thrones a Telltale Games series is a series also from George R.R. Martin’s epic novel series, but. Now Telltale has gotten in on “the game” with a title of their own. For those unfamiliar, Telltale Games is known for taking popular TV shows, stories, and even other video games and creating a unique interactive experience around them. In Telltale’s flavor of Game of Thrones, you follow House Forrester as they aim to defend their precious Ironwood trees from rival House Whitehill. […] - [SteelSeries Rival 700 | IT'S ANOTHER MOUSE!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/steelseries-700/): SteelSeries has done it again; they’ve created yet another mouse. This new SteelSeries Rival 700 boasts a walloping 16,000 DPI tracking, as well as a unique feature among gaming mice. It has a small visual display of sorts where you’d normally place your thumb. Now just think about this for a second…indeed…a display covered up by your thumb! Now don’t get me wrong, SteelSeries does make great products for computer gaming and I absolutely love their keyboards and mice, overall. But as car enthusiast Jeremy Clarkson says, “It’s stupid”. I’m looking forward to doing a technical review later this month on […] - [Halo: The Master Chief Collection | PLAY AS THE LEGEND](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/halo-the-master-chief-collection/): Halo is a game franchise that has spawned many sequels like this one The Master Chief Collection! with its diverse storytelling and unique characters. Perhaps the best-known character is the infamous Master Chief, who has been idolized by his global fan base in this, Microsoft’s most successful game series. Now every gamer at some point has encountered Master Chief unless you’re living in a very rural area out in the middle of nowhere. He fights against aliens who threaten your way of life. He strives to save your friends and loved ones in a seemingly endless struggle. He’s also been known […] - [Expand | WHY IS THIS GAME SO MESMERIZING TO ME?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/expand/): In 1968 The Beatles released an animated movie called Yellow Submarine. Today of course, “adult cartoons” abound, but at that time they were quite the novelty. The film is more or less a wild trip of musical interludes sprinkled with an even wilder story. During one particular song, a series of rectangular shapes appear on screen, folding in on itself again and again to form an ever-changing square (or perhaps a cube?) It’s mesmerizing, and it wasn’t until I played Expand, and I was reminded of that cult classic scene. Introducing Expand, by Chris Johnson and Chris Larkin. It’s an indie […] - [RWBY Grimm Eclipse | MONTY OUM'S STORY CONTINUES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rwby-grim-eclipse/): We lost a great talent last year named Monty Oum, who helped bring life to Ruby Rose and subsequently RWBY Grimm Eclipse. As a fan of the show I can say that the work he has done for Rooster Teeth in making RWBY is unlike a lot of other shows; not only in its voice cast but in its story as well. Rooster Teeth has said they plan on continuing his works and are dedicated to bringing them to other mediums as well; one of which is RWBY Grimm Eclipse. Now as I write this, I want it to be known […] - [Red 5 Employee Payroll](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/red5-employee-payroll/): If you have been following the news recently, you know that employees of Red 5 Studios (Red 5) have not been getting paid, this is a widely known and reported fact that the Red 5 employee payroll is having some serious issues. Some have even had to scrape by and avoid Christmas in general due to payment issues at the company. But I have it on authority from a source inside the company that employees will be getting paid on December 30th. This shouldn’t be taken lightly, however; I was also informed that roughly twenty percent of the staff at Red […] - [Bus Simulation 18 | BEST AND BUGGIEST BUS SIMULATOR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/bus-simulation-18/): This is weird, originally I asked for a review copy of Bus Simulator 18 because I thought it would be good a laugh, even more so when I brought a friend along for the ride. But the fact of the matter is I actually, truly, and honestly really enjoyed Bus Simulator 18 and honestly, I’m kind of a fan now despite all the bugs and issues we encountered such as. Turning into Jesus and walking on the water, walking through walls, and watching old women fingering themselves on the bus because of how their 3D models are rigged. Now, for several […] - [Fear the Wolves | FUTURE BATTLEROYALE ABANDONWARE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/fear-the-wolves/): Hey everyone! Been a while and I got a lot going on in my life so it’s why I’ve been kind of distracted from my reviews. That being said let’s take a look at Fear The Wolves since I got a brief moment. It’s from Focus Home Interactive and I had the dubious honor of being a part of its alpha when that first came out it’s come quite a way since it first dropped. But like every major competitor in the games industry, they all want a piece of that battle royale action. Last Man Standing that’s what it’s all […] - [Intel 660P | THE BEST NVME STORAGE FOR GAMING](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/intel-660p/): As a lot of our readers know, being a computer technician I am up to do a lot of PC gaming because in terms of quality, it’s the superior system. But I haven’t upgraded or changed my system in over ten years for a long list of reasons. Since I am now back in America for a while, I figured I’d start setting up a new system to handle some studies at school and improve the system for some gaming, but I also figured I’d talk about one of my favorite parts in the system the Intel 660p. Now, some points […] - [Devil May Cry V | SWEET DEMONS ARE MADE OF THESE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/devil-may-cry-v/): Alright, Devil May Cry V is out, and like a lot of the people out there. I also got a copy, and I absolutely love the game. Jumping right into it, we’ve introduced yet again, to Nero who is Vergil’s son and Dante‘s nephew. Nero as many Devil May Cry fans know is one of the several main characters featured throughout the series but his introduction became far more clear as he was the primary character in Devil May Cry IV. Through a lot of the game, you play primarily just as Nero switching between the mysterious new character V as […] - [Subnautica | UNDERSEA SURVIVAL IS TERRIFYING!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/subnautica/): Besides Subnautica being free to play on the Epic Games store very soon, we managed to get a hold of the Play Station 4 and Xbox one copy of Subnautica finally and get around to playing it so with that being said let’s talk about this game and why you should totally go download it right now from the Epic Store. Right away, I am taken into how detailed the game is with its visuals and I am both visually impressed with just what they’ve done with the game. Capturing both the essence of the ocean with the look and feel […] - [Wondershare Filmora X | EASILY EDIT YOUR YOUTUBE VIDEOS](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/wondershare-filmora-x/): I just got Wondershare Filmora X and I’ll tell you why. As a lot of our readers know we have made several videos over the course of several years, mainly just some goofy Let’s Plays and some a bit more serious, and as I wanted to lean more towards videos of compilations, just funny things that have happened while gaming with friends. I noticed my current video editing software at the time that being AVS wasn’t cutting it and it kept crashing consistently, and I just got fed up with it, and this isn’t from a user perspective but an IT […] - [Konsoll 2018 | A GAME DEVELOPMENT CONVENTION](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/konsoll-2018/): Konsoll, is the convention that rolls around in Norway once a year where developers, designers, and programmers from both indie companies and major companies such as Telltale Games, Supermassive Games, and so forth grace the world with both their presence and their knowledge to further the ideals and culture of game development. Konsoll 2018 is my first time attending this and it makes you wonder why a game critic such as myself wanted to attend. The reason behind that is that in my reviews where I am criticizing theirs. I decided to set out on a quest to further my knowledge […] - [Shadow of the Tomb Raider | IT HAS THE WORST ENDING!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shadow-of-the-tomb-raider/): Shadow of the Tomb Raider; it’s a good game overall I do like to play the game, it was enjoyable but it wasn’t captivating like Tomb Raider or Rise of the Tomb Raider. It honestly; and truly felt rushed and I didn’t like it simply because of that and it just didn’t sit right with me. Now I know what you’re thinking but Daniel it’s a triple-A game and okay it’s good, they did put a lot of money into its development, and the quality in terms of its artistic designs is wildly breathtaking but I still didn’t care for it and […] - [Breathedge | PLAY IT CAUSE IT'S FUNNY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/breathedge/): There aren’t many Indie game titles I am generally excited about; they have to do something really special to even capture my interest. However, Breathedge manages to pull it off with their trailer and since it captivated me I figured I would have to investigate further and I won’t lie; I wasn’t disappointed. I have absolutely loved the game and despite it only being on chapter one so far and in early access, the game is definitely something for me to write about. You start off the game by being dragged down a long corridor by a pair of mechanical arms leading […] - [Space Engineers | MINE THAT ASTEROID AND BUILD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/space-engineers/): Space the final frontier with the many great planets and other species to meet, explore, and if you’re a Star Trek fan maybe get a bit freaky with them. However the core focus in Space Engineers is that you can build ships, bases, whatever you want from the resources you find much like Minecraft; however the key difference is it’s set in space, and with zero gravity the game itself is a Sandbox, very linear in its mechanics, but very broad in its gameplay where you get to decide how the games played and even can mod it thanks to the […] - [Destiny 2: Forsaken | THE PATH OF BLOODY REVENGE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-forsaken/): Destiny 2: Forsaken; After the last two expansions, if we can even call it that, I wasn’t really that hyped for Forsaken even after watching the release trailers and everything building up to it. As a person who grew up with expansion packs and all the content they normally included I wanted something more and I really felt like Activision Blizzard was just milking the money cow that is Destiny 2 by releasing expansion packs that I could finish in five hours’ time. The Warmind DLC; and the Curse of Osiris DLC; left me with a bitter feeling and like so […] - [Shenmue I & II | DID YOU MOD YOUR DREAMCAST TO PLAY II?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shenmue-i-ii/): Shenmue I & II hits me right in the throwback feels because it’s my childhood which goes to say something about my age but I digress. Now for those who never grew up in the early 2000s Shenmue on the Dreamcast was at its initial launch a black horse title that Sega released and didn’t have any real initial backing except the hype you could see through a dial-up connection on the GameFAQs forums. No one really knew what to expect with it and then the game hit, and simply put it was one of the best games ever to be […] - [Metal Fatigue | IS THE BEST REAL-TIME STRATEGY GAME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/metal-fatigue/): There are many games I love in this world; but none more than Metal Fatigue a really old PC game from the early 2000s; now not many people can say they have played the greatest real-time strategy game, let alone the best match. To be honest I can probably never say the latter but I can say the first. I love this game so much that I had spent seven years of my life starting from the game’s credits, all the way through big corporations just to try and get this game revived; but I’ll save story time for after. That […] - [Monster Hunter World | VIEWS FROM A NEWCOMER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/monster-hunter-world/): Hello everyone; thought I would break into a new title that has come out onto consoles a while back, and finally launched on the PC! That game is, Monster Hunter World or (MHW) if you are searching quickly on Google and YouTube. Now, a lot of people have experience with the Monster Hunter franchise and as such, they are already way more informed than I am regarding its gameplay and mechanics. I, however, am not, I am fresh blood, I am the newest victim to the Monster Hunter franchise and as such, I have spent currently forty-one hours binging on its […] - [Kingdom Come Deliverance](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/kingdom-come-deliverance/): Kingdom Come deliverance brings a quite authentic medieval experience to life, with a lot of liberties taken with both in physics and the way people react. Where you start out as unskilled peasant from a tiny village next to the local keep. The world is lush and green, with a lot of scenic scenery. From thick woods filled with crooked paths, to sprawling fields and into deep valleys. Witch may or may not contain an entourage of dastardly bandits and brigands. Clothes gets dirty, the belly grows hungry and the sleep Will eventually claim Henry, the main character of the kingdom […] - [Destiny 2 First Expansion Pass - The Curse of Osiris & The Warmind DLC](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/destiny-2-first-expansion-pass-the-curse-of-osiris-the-warmind-dlc/): I do like to wait until I feel I know or have experienced it enough to talk about it The it being the first Expansion Pass for Destiny 2, But here’s my catch twenty two I can ramble about how endlessly about how I think the first expansion pass just isn’t worth it cost wise until I am blue in the face; unless you snagged it off the Humble Bundle sales recently, simply because my friends and I have sped run both DLC’s in about five hours each and unless you are huge into PvP outside of the stories there really […] - [Dead In Vinland | VIKING SURVIVAL, ARE YOU NORD ENOUGH?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dead-in-vinland/): If you are a person who loves micro-managing with little engagement; and narrative to go on then Dead in Vinland is probably the game for you. Now the game starts with a bit of narrative; the protagonist and the family are running for their lives from an army of sorts to what end I don’t know simply because I’ve only gotten about two weeks into the game and I am hoping more exposition will come to explain what has happened because all I know so far is the protagonist thinks he did something, one person considered a witch and no you […] - [Yu-Gi-Oh! | THE ANIME THAT CHANGED MY LIFE](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/yu-gi-oh/): The opening to Yu-Gi-Oh! A series that pretty much killed the Kids WB and helped bring a lot of anime over to the west alongside Pokemon. It is a show that spawned a trading card game and is going on twenty years strong now as a growing franchise with now five television series. Long ago when the Pyramids were still young, Egyptian Kings played a game of great and terrible power. But these Shadow games erupted in a war that threatened to destroy the entire world until a brave and powerful Pharaoh locked the magic away.  Imprisoning it within the mystical […] - [Zalman CNPS9900 | IT'S STILL GOING STRONG!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/zalman-cnps9900/): Now, those that know me or read my articles know that my formal education is as a computer technician; and I obsess over computer equipment to the point where I tend to bury myself in spare parts unless my friends or colleagues need one. But one part shines above the rest, which is my Zalman CNPS9900. But Daniel you ask, that’s an older model cooler from way back! You’re completely right it is, and I am stupidly poor being tossed into one dire situation after another which means I cannot afford a new i7 or a Ryzen hell I’m even using […] - [Devil May Cry HD Collection | THEY'RE ALL HERE BABY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/devil-may-cry-hd-collection/): Devil May Cry HD Collection is out, and I for one have been excited! I wanted to play this for years as I am a huge fan of Dante’s character. How do the games hold up over all this time though? That’s the big question we want to know how well they port the games; well in terms of its port to the PC onto Steam I would say it’s a smashing success they didn’t even really change anything except the textures, cleaning them up, and re-doing the details to some things. They even kept the all-around blocky appearance you would […] - [PlayerUnknowns BattleGrounds | WHY ARE RUNNING?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/playerunknowns-battlegrounds/): Now as those who watch our streams have noticed; I enjoy a game of PlayerUnknowns BattleGrounds (PUBG) quite a bit to the point where I play it a bit excessively. I saw SovietWomble playing it and thought it was great, and from there my friend bought me a copy and I haven’t stopped playing it since. But is it a perfect game? Absolutely not and I have quite a few things to say about it. The first bit is that the game is sluggish, it’s slow it has two active maps at the time of this article which players, or at […] - [Fantasy Grounds! | NOW WITH COMMENTER FEEDBACK!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/fantasy-grounds/): We all have those issues when it comes to setting up a Dungeons and Dragons Campaign, myself included. Living in Norway, and being from America my friends are scattered around the world and the most we can do is find time, luckily however that is all we need. Fantasy Grounds is created and developed by SmiteWorks in the USA and with it, you can create and customize games for you and your friends to play. However, all this comes with a catch… The software itself is visually appealing and beautiful to look at with its attention to detail on everything, but […] - [Dynasty Warriors 8 Xtreme Legends | JUST LIKE THE REST!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dynasty-warriors-8-xtreme-legends/): Dynasty Warriors 8 Xtreme Legends is one of those game series that will never end and has changed quite a little over the years. Both mechanics and graphics-wise. I was growing up when the first one was released on the PlayStation 2. A friend of mine had a copy and it was fun. It’s the most video game a game can get. There is a very primal fun in murdering a horde of poorly trained Chinese peasants. To bad that a single one of those can still kill my warlord when I’m not watching. Every single Dynasty Warrior game in the […] - [La-Mulana | THE CLASSIC ADVENTURE GAME FEEL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/la-mulana/): In the ancient ruins of La-Mulana, lies a buried temple said to contain the secret origin of life. Outside the mighty ruins lies a small village adorned with pointy tents. On the plains, children play and people go on about their daily business. One of the tents contains the elder Xplud, a bald goofball of a man that’s not quite there, who spends his time playing games and sending emails. He also opens up the dais to the gate of guidance. An odd device requiring weights to be triggered. These things show up all over the place and are the key […] - [WHY ASUS HAS THE WORST PRODUCTS](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/why-asus-has-the-worst-products/): Now I am by no means industry certified as a computer consultant, I’ve had vocational training, and I did manage to graduate early from the technical school I studied. That being said I do have a degree, but I hold no current certifications. Now for my very long list and very tangible rant on why I deeply, loathe ASUS-based products, and why I believe ASUS has the worst products. Since I started working on computers, I have been told that ASUS was the ‘mark of quality,’ the ‘Mercedes of technology,’ and ‘they are at what they do Bub.’ However, after using […] - [Phantasy Star Online | THE GAME CONTINUES TO LIVE ON!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/phantasy-star-online/): Phantasy Star Online is a really old Dreamcast title but due to its popularity, it has made its way from the Dreamcast and PC to the Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox, and its newest successor in Phantasy Star Online II now. However, for me, this was a pinnacle moment, because it is a game that I have fallen in love with since I was a child and grew up playing it even now. The game is still around and people can play it on private servers or open up their own private servers for it since Sega has passed on the software […] - [My Little Pony: Monopoly | FLUTTERSHY IS BEST PONY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/monopoly-little-pony-edition/): Ah, My Little Pony Monopoly, Now you think back to your youth you grew up playing the regular Monopoly and it was the first rage inducer of your childhood besides Mario Kart. It was a game where you or your friends would be the one percent and rule over all of the areas until you sent everyone to the poor house and you laughed at their pitiful remains while they are in crippling debt much like myself! Now the game is fairly straightforward, you move around the board rolling dice, you buy some properties such as boardwalk and park place and […] - [Forged Battalion | BUILD YOUR OWN ARMY!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/forged-battalion/): Forged Battalion is a new and upcoming real-time strategy game about making a custom army and waging war. It’s still in early access, but it’s already a fully functional experience, with a couple of tracked-on campaign missions and an excuse plot. Anyone familiar with the Petroglyph game’s previous works should know that the project is well in hand and uses the true and tested Command and Conquer setup. Instead of clicking on a building, then queueing up units, I simply set a rallying point and interact with the menu at the bottom of the screen. This also holds true for buildings. […] - [Destiny 2 | MY FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH THE TRAVELER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2/): Now, for the last few years I have watched the hype of Destiny grow to exponential proportions and I never once had a chance to play the game, despite owning a copy and all the DLC (Long story). But since I had some downtime while sorting through the mess which is my life, I got a lovely review copy of Destiny 2 from our friends over at Activision and finally got to try it out. I love it, I honestly wish I boarded the hype train with everyone else a while ago. The game shares remarkable similarities to a lot of […] - [Paranoia XP | TRUST THE COMPUTER, GO ON, DO IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/paranoia-xp/): As a follow-up to my wonderful time at Regncon, I will regal you with a tale of Paranoia XP. A tabletop game I played for several hours with a random gang of fantastic fellows. With a very fun and good game master. But before you can continue with the article make sure you have ultraviolet clearance. Anyone without the proper clearance will is considered a terrorist and will receive a summary execution. Always follow the rules if alpha complex and the computer is your friend. Happiness is mandatory. *Spoilers* ultraviolet clearance reading is considered treachery. You won’t disappoint a friend’s computer, […] - [Regncon 2017 | A TALBETOP GAMING CONVENTION](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/regncon-2017/): Bergen is a great town on the west coast of Norway, with lovely people and some cozy conventions, such as Regncon 2017. Which on its own is a very fitting pun for a convention taking place in a very wet country. The convention takes place during autumn and hosts a slew of wholesome geek activities. It’s the one place to go in order to try out odd board games. Since people bring a bulk of them, which can be lent then and there. Tabletop RPGs are my personal favorite. Essentially a game master cooks up a scenario in a setting, then […] - [Evil Genome | I KNEW RED HEADS WERE DANGEROUS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/evil-genome/): Evil Genome A fiery redhead is shot down over a dirtball of a planet, then proceeds to wake up with no memory and a questionable ai companion. Despite the amnesia, she still kicks ass and takes names, while uncovering a contrived plot with some odd twists and turns. A smooth skill-based combat system, where the character only attacks, or dodge when given input. The transition from kicking to shooting dodging is smooth and very responsive. As enemies and bosses die, loot and experience points are gained. Which unlocks various fancy skills and passive effects, when the gained points are spent within […] - [Stan Lee Box #1 | STAN LEE IS A LEGEND!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/stan-lee-box-1/): Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond my control, that being life I’ve not had the chance to take the time and review. The Stan Lee Box! I have been excited for months about this, literally months, and although it’s an older box that does not take away from the excitement I’ve had about being able to open this up and finally take a peek! So let’s get started, shall we? First up are the two really amazing figures that came in this box the MK 1 of the fire Iron Man armor that Tony Stark made while he was captive. This lovely […] - [Sonic Mania | SONIC THE HEDGEHOG HAS RETURNED!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sonic-mania/): It’s time for our Sonic Mania review! «Blue streak speeds by, sonic the hedgehog». He’s back, he’s blue and he’s got an attitude. For those who grew up with the robot fighting fluff balls, this is a true blast of the past. Which for once is a good thing. Telling a story without a voice is quite an impressive feat, even if it is a bit bare bone, but no dialogue which is good. As usual, it is about the rotten egg master himself Robotnik, and his hard-boiled chaos crystal schemes. Gameplay is very simple true and tested, left movement, right […] - [Hello Neighbor | WHAT IS HE UP TO OVER THERE?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/hello-neighbor/): Hello Neighbor, is showing some real progress and is already a quite fantastic game, if a bit unfinished, being a beta and all. That does not detract from the fun factor. From what little evidence I can gather it takes place in Russia, or at least somewhere like that. Only a lot more twisted, with jagged angles. Though that is purely an aesthetic design choice. Which works in the favor of the game, all to often indie games fall into the trap of attempting to make the game look real, dark, and gritty. Almost all of them fail. There are only […] - [Spider-Man: Homecoming | HE'S BACK WITH THE BOYS!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/spider-man-homecoming/): Spider-Man – Homecoming, for me, is the best Spider-Man movie to date, don’t misunderstand me though I did enjoy the Amazing Spider-Man with the actor Andrew Garfield leading the main role of Peter Parker and Tobey Maguire did a great job in the original Spider-Man movies that Sony produced but the most recent Spider-Man that is tied into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) I think is by far the most accurate portrayal of Peter Parker / Spider-Man. But before we get started as to why for obvious reasons, this is massive spoiler territory so steer clear if you don’t want to […] - [Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice | WHERE'S YOUR MENTAL HEALTH?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/hellblade-senuas-sacrifice/): Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice is a mentally challenging trudge through Hel, the underworld of Norse Vikings. It is a miserable place of malcontent. Senua is on a brutal trek into the belly of the beast, with a slew of voices in her head. The story is well executed with a very earnest story that is not for the weak of mind or those who have mental issues. Even if the end is truly well urn. The scenery is stunningly beautiful, with some of the moodiest and most imaginative scenery yet to see. As someone from a Viking land up north, I have […] - [Fortnite | BEFORE IT BECAME A BATTLE ROYALE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/fortnite-before-it-became-a-battle-royale/): This review was done before Fortnite became a battle royale and it represents what the game was at the time of its conception. Fortnite is a fun, fast, and very addictive game, From green rabbits with guns to grumpy muscle men cutting their way out of a city eating a worm. Epic games know how to deliver a quality experience. 3rd person action, unique abilities, looting, crafting, a plot, zombies, exploration, base building, a skill tree, traps, and tower defense. Topped off by the ability to play with 3 other people in glorious cooperation. If you got through all of that […] - [Everspace | MOVE OVER FOX MCCLOUD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/everspace/): Everspace to put it simply, it’s amazing but if I ended a game review with a simple sentence I’d probably never get to review another title again. The game takes a page from other great space combat games most notably Star Fox in its combat, not counting doing a barrel roll through. The controls for combat are very fluid with an option to increase the sensitivity to make things easier on both veterans of the genre and newcomers. One of the best features of the game is the ability to change the difficulty before you begin a play-through. So if you […] - [Drifting Lands | IS THAT ANTHONY BOURDAIN?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/drifting-lands/): Now in my time, I have played a lot of side-scrolling games, starting from the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) all the way to the glorious Sega Genesis and despite my enjoyment of those titles they never felt complete to me, they never felt like they were what the genre could be and what Drifting Lands accomplishes. Humble in their beginnings they created one of the first genres of game where you have a ship of some kind that you got to blast through hordes of enemies that generally spew in from the right side of the screen. All the while you are […] - [The Surge | THE HANDICAPABLE HERO!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-surge/): The Surge, now in terms of action RPG this game has made a chance to upgrade the various battle frame parts you can get in it, as well as the exo-skeleton itself. However, I got to say this the story for me has been a tedious bore and combat itself feels very unbalanced to the point where it doesn’t even seem fair. Like the Technomancer its combat Is best suited for one on one but ends up for the most part being four to five vs one, the one being yourself and it doesn’t necessarily work out very well for you. […] - [Desucon 2017 | NORWAY'S LARGEST CONVENTION](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/desucon-2017/): I’m here at Desucon 2017 in general is one of the biggest and longest-running cosplay conventions in Norway. It’s now Desucon 2017 Which is a fantastic achievement on its own and does the cosplay community a great service. However, size has its own price. However, it is not my place to speculate about the chaotic nightmare of logistics and people management. I came to Desucon to take pictures of interesting people and compete in the cosplay competition. Which I have a minor beef with. Which for once has nothing to do with the judge’s decisions on who would go on to […] - [WHY AND HOW IS COSPLAY GOOD?](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/cosplay-is-good/): Have you ever asked the question how is cosplay good? Cosplay is to me a wholesome activity, that promotes creativity and fun. For people of all ages. Children love to play dress up, Halloween promotes it and we have a similar tradition in Norway, only with singing for candy on new years eve. Not to mention that people love to host costume parties and masquerade balls. There are also a lot more kinky ways to use a tantalizing costume. Cosplay is short for costume fun and that’s the main point. However, there are also several unintended benefits in the recent and […] - [Seasons After Fall | YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE WITH GAMING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/seasons-after-fall/): Seasons After Fall, in the most simplistic of ways is a beautifully orchestrated game, from the majesty of its artwork to the very core elements of its gameplay. There was another game I reviewed a while back called Ori and the Blind Forest and this game are most definitely on the same level of greatness as something produced by Microsoft Studios. You play a seed, or you are often referred to as a Seed not really sure in this aspect because at a junction the story presents a narrative that argues this point. But anyways, once you arrive you are told […] - [Touhou: Genso Wanderer | IT LOOKS LIKE A CASH GRAB!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/touhou-genso-wanderer/): There are some games out there that inspire greatness, that exudes the promise of greatness, and that are just naturally amazing. However, Touhou Genso Wanderer is not one of these games. I love the character designs and artwork, the voice acting and the animation for Touhou Genso Wanderer is simply amazing! Like holy hell, the animation for the cut-scenes is on par with some of the greatest games I have ever seen for anime-styled games. However, it’s the actual gameplay that has been disappointing. You get a world of build up and then when you get to actually playing the game […] - [Shiness: The Lightning Kingdom | UNLEASH THE FURRIES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shiness-the-lightning-kingdom/): Shiness the Lightning Kingdom, I have honestly been looking forward to this game for an incredibly long time, from the moment I saw it on Kickstarter I have been following the game obsessively waiting as patiently as I can to get my hands on a copy of it and honestly, a moment of truth? It was so worth it, there are a few minor bugs here and there like getting stuck when you jump up and you land on an area connecting two zones. But outside of that one really annoying bug, and some crashing the game is surprisingly good. Now, […] - [Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 | THROW THE JARATE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sniper-ghost-warrior-3/): Been a while since we had a review from me! So let’s jump into this, Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 is the third installment of the Ghost Warrior franchise, and let’s face it, that was pretty obvious, wasn’t it? Anyways, moving on! This is actually the first time I have played one of the Sniper games and I was always worried it wouldn’t accurately portray how snipers generally are. When you got to factor in wind resistance, timing, breathing, and all the other factors a real sniper would deal with. But I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate it actually was. Heck, […] - [Herald: An Interactive Period Drama | TO THE COLONIES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/herald-an-interactive-period-drama/): All good stories have a start and Herald: An Interactive Period Drama starts with a splash, as the main character is drowning while drooling as he starts to narrate. He eventually wakes up in an exotic palace place of sorts, with lush pillows and a wise woman who want some information. And thus begins the story of the poor waterlogged sod, as he recalls his epic voyage across the seven seas. Herald is a fairly competent put-together adventure game. With a pleasant to look at, complimented by a very colorful art direction and a handful of colorful characters. Which fills Herald: […] - [Turok 2: Seeds of Evil | RETURN OF THE DINOSAURS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/turok-2-seeds-evil/): I got a question for you, Have you ever had a dream of being a native American man, fighting dinosaurs, aliens, and robots, while riding gigantic triceratops? Mounted with dual grenade launchers? If not, Turok 2: Seeds of Evil is probably not for you, what the hell is wrong with you? It is practically childhood imagination that comes to life, in a neat and gory package with fantastic death animations. It also sports the wonderfully inventive and equally gruesome cerebral bore launcher. A sadistic weapon that fires a homing bolt that digs out a humanoid target’s brain and explodes. All of […] - [Streets of Rogue | YOU ARE A PART OF THE REBAL ALLIANCE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/streets-of-rogue/): After the new major enacted some new and crazy laws, several disgruntled people in Streets of Rogue decided to form a rebel alliance. The player character joined, in order to bring down the oppressor. Streets of Rogue is a game where each level has a theme and is randomly assembled, with a series of objectives. Which has to be completed in order to exit the floor to get to the next stage. Every now and then the game will also throw in special hazards, such as a killer robot. Despite the pixelated graphics and simple character models, everything has a lot […] - [MASTER RULE 4 | Yu-Gi-Oh! 2017 | New Rules / New Game Field!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/master-rule-4/): Now, what I am about to say may shock all the duelists out there and I am also going all touch and go on my grammar right now to explain this but, here we go anyways! With Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V coming to an end and Pendulums no longer being the main focus of the card game, Konami is switching things up with the new MASTER RULE 4 and introducing the Link Monster cards. Link monsters are blue-colored monsters that are almost the same color as Ritual monsters but are not to be confused with them for two major reasons. The first reason […] - [Resident Evil 4 | NOW ON MORE PLATFORMS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/resident-evil-4/): Resident Evil is one of the classics of gaming, I remember picking up a copy of Resident Evil Code Veronica from a pawn shop as a child and proceeding to get the crap scared out of me for a good while afterward. Resident Evil 4 continues that tradition the same way it did then, with jump scares. Now over time Capcom has innovated and improved upon the series some results being good and some results being poorly received and now even though it has been out for a good while Capcom has revised and refurbished Resident Evil 4 much like a […] - [Xmas Shooting - Scramble | DECK THE HALLS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/xmas-shooting-scramble/): Fruitbat Factory is at it again bringing us another delight from Orange juice! No, not the beverage that got our YouTube channel suspended for three months. The game design group! This time it’s Xmas Shooting – Scramble! Like its previous Bullet Hell titles it’s come out with like QP – Shooting is dangerous we are back for another round of insanity and mischief led by the chibi’s from that as far as I know to represent their development team at Orange Juice. This game though has a plot, at the very moment you start arcade mode you are chasing down someone […] - [Spirit Sphere | IT'S COMBAT PONG!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/spirit-sphere/): What do classic Game Boy Color games have in common with Spirit Sphere? The visual appearance and color pallet. Not many people can pull off properly for a game, which results in poor design, and gameplay. However Spirit Sphere is none of these with excellent design, and a visual appeal I absolutely love due to its classic look. Spirit Sphere in it itself is a very simple game with pong-like gameplay, a sphere shows up and you use your sword to hit it back to the other side. However, the sword is only one of the aspects of the game with […] - [Walking Dead: A New Frontier | ANOTHER TELLTALE SERIES?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/walking-dead-a-new-frontier/): Skybound is known for creating wonderful comics and possibly their biggest hit The Walking Dead, which has spawned a great television show, and for us most importantly the Telltale series from that, we now have our season three! Walking Dead: A New Frontier! Following the story of Clementine and her journey in the world inhabited by zombies, she begins to grow into a young beautiful woman who can still pop a cap into someone’s arse when the need arises, and honestly, its been a roller coaster just watching her grow up from her experiences with Lee in season one and her […] - [Rise and Shine | YOU GOT A WORLD TO SAVE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rise-and-shine/): First and foremost in the review for Rise and Shine, I just want to make one thing incredibly clear to the developers of this lovely but very punishing game. I loathe you, I don’t hate you, I just loathe you. The game is both enjoyable and dreadfully punishing with non-stop re-spawns and a very mellow story. That being said we are now heading into spoiler territory folks! Now at the start of the game, you are introduced as the young boy named Rise who meets the legendary hero of Game-world after an evil space grunt is killed before him, as he […] - [Technomancer | WHICH PATH WILL YOU FOLLOW?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/technomancer/): Now the Technomancer is one of those few games that manages to catch my interest and from there it’s hard to grasp how I feel about it as I play through the game. At the start of the game, you get to create your character. How you look the color of your eyes, skin tone, the works and you actually do get to see your character quite a lot on camera to help give it some extra depth. From there you are given an optional tutorial to learn all the combat controls and combat stances of which there are four different […] - [Mysterious Castle | CLICK THIS, CLICK THAT, COMBINE THAT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mysterious-castle/): Mysterious Castle is an “escape the room” game, where players are given room to hunt down different keys and components to unlock a door and exit. Essentially it’s a glorified Eye Spy game. You must click on various things in the room, such as pictures and pillows to uncover the way to open the door. Mysterious Castle isn’t even a decent one of these. With its poor interface, buggy mechanics, and lousy graphics everything is just kinda lost. You can try and parse through the puzzles and click on the things you think will contain keys, but that is definitely not […] - [Batman Arkham City | CRIME NEVER SLEEPS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/batman-arkham-city/): Batman Arkham City is the continuation of the Batman Arkham franchise from Rock Steady. In the first installment, Joker had a great plan which involved making Batman out to be a terrible monster like the Joker himself but ultimately it backfired. Now the story continues and Quincy Sharp the old warden of Arkham Asylum is now the Mayor of Gotham City and from it, he created Arkham City a place for all the mentally deranged, criminally insane, and all-around scum of Gotham to be imprisoned in. Throw into this prison run by Professor Hugo Strange the inmates are left to go […] - [Batman Arkham Asylum | CRIME IS NO LAUGHING MATTER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/batman-arkham-asylum/): Batman Arkham Asylum is the game that started it all and spawned a series of sequels that are unparalleled in how epic they are. Batman has always been a popular superhero fighting crime as just a man, with no superpowers just his wit, body, and will to save the day and a mind unlike any other. So popular that there is a college offering a course in all the things Bruce Wayne studied to become Batman and fight crime as the masked Vigilante. Now onto the review, Batman Arkham Asylum is the title that like I said started it all, it […] - [Flowers -Le Volume sur Printemps | JOIN THE FRIENDSHIP CLUB](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/flowers-le-volume-sur-printemps/): “Flowers -Le Volume Sur Printemps-“ is the first part of a visual novel game set in an all-girls missionary school in japan. You follow Suoh Shirahane from her arrival at this school, and in her quest to overcome personal challenges and make friends. Suoh is a very shy, kind, and beautiful girl with a passion for books. Growing up very isolated from other children made her long for friendship. Her choice for joining this school was their friendship program. Where all students will be assigned compatible friends to share dorm rooms with while they live at the school. Suoh tries her […] - [World of Final Fantasy | UNLEASH THE CHIBI PROTAGONIST'S!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/world-of-final-fantasy/): It’s chibi, it’s adorable, and it’s a Final Fantasy title! Wait, what? That’s right World of Final Fantasy takes all the things you love from being a ridiculous internet dork and amplifies it mixed with that bit of Square-Enix! Like equipping hats, and then hats on top of those hats, and so on! Now I got to say that this is one of the most random Final Fantasy titles I have played to date and I have found it incredible enjoying from casually hanging out with Cloud and Squall to just walking down the road. I found even the combat ridiculous […] - [Adam Wolfe | MY MOTHER REVIEWED THIS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/adam-wolfe/): The game Adam Wolfe was intriguing. The developers were knowledgeable and planned the game well.  To start, when first opening the game one knows immediately that it’s a mystery-type game. The colors, background, decor, and Adam Wolfe himself (star of the game) show it to be a mystery.  The advice on using headphones is definite. Adam Wolfe opens up by stating he is an investigator of the supernatural. He lost his sister Alley several years earlier and has been searching for her.  Immediately you know this is one of the achievements to be completed….to find his sister. During the game, several […] - [Seinarukana: The Spirit of Eternity Sword 2 | HAREM GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/seinarukana-the-spirit-of-eternity-sword-2/): Starting off with a dramatic and quite prophetic dream, Seinarukana: The Spirit of Eternity Sword 2 has the kind that spoils a possible future to prevent. Which ends with our hero murdering some companions and getting impaled on a spear. After this violent nightmare, the hero wakes up hugging the violent bombshell of a slugger. I mean femme fatale, Scratch that. Overly emotional and unstable childhood friend. A complete package, equipped with a very mean and over-exaggerated uppercut. Comes complete with its own dramatic frame. Because it’s always okay to beat up someone for being mostly innocent. Quite frankly I loathe […] - [Conan Exiles: Age of Sorcery | IN THE WORLD OF CONAN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/conan-exiles/): Conan Exiles takes place in the magical world of Conan the barbarian. The Norwegian game company Funcom made another game. Unlike Age of Conan, this is an open sandbox, with crafting, survival elements, and full frontal nudity. Both genders can choose to be completely naked within the game settings. The same options can be set by the server host as well. I started my adventure on a sour note, being accused of crimes I never committed. Some quite unsavory people knocked me out cold and left me dry and hanging. I mean honestly, who the devil crucify someone alive in the […] - [Angels With Scaly Wings | WOULD YOU DATE A DRAGON?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/angels-with-scaly-wings/): Angels with scaly wings is a unique game but I digress. The first contact was a rather unexpected event. It all happened when a portal was found and it led into a world of dragons. The player character is an ambassador for mankind, sent through the portal to establish public relations. However, it turns out that the other human who went through this is a rather flaky man with a gun. Which makes him the natural suspect, when a local green dragon is brutally murdered. Angels with Scaly Wings is a visual novel. Which means that it is saturated with a […] - [Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan | AN AFRICAN ADVENTURE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/haven-reviews-aurion-legacy-of-the-kori-odan/): Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan has a fantastic art direction, with colorful and expressive sprites. Which are clearly hand-drawn along with each frame. There is just something about how some of the characters just bled together and how a lot of the special attacks are distinguishable from each other. Especially grievous in the first few fights of Aurion. The music is very nice and full of tribal tunes and catchy as heck. The same can’t be said for the sound design in Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan. I feel a distinct lack of impact before and after dealing with damage. Not […] - [Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun | SAMURAI TIME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/shadow-tactics-blades-of-the-shogun/): In Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun the true purpose of any masked murderer, is to flip out and kill people. Mostly by hiding in the shadows and deploying fiendish traps and distractions. While impaling unassuming guards with icicles, as they ponder about whose footprints are these. It’s a truly wicked world of samurai, corpse-devouring bushes, and a whole lot of gunpowder. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is seen from a bird’s eye view, where I control a team of heroes with special abilities. Each brings a different tool and challenge to the board and they are all equally important […] - [Fallout 4 | WAR, WAR ALWAYS CHANGES](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/fallout-4/): Like in all the Fallout games, in Fallout 4 War, war never changes The world went nuclear, both technologically and figuratively. Even rusty car wrecks produce a mushroom cloud. America and china fought a war over resources, which resulted in a nuclear apocalypse. Some humans took shelter in hidden underground vaults, to shelter themselves from the nuclear rain. Some more success is full than others. So far all the protagonists have emerged from such a vault, and Fallout 4 is no different. If you look away from the hero being cryo-frozen at the start, only to be woken up 200 years […] - [Redout | RACING HAS NEVER BEEN THIS GOOD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/redout/): Redout is one of the fastest racing games I’ve ever played on Steam. There is a serious lack of fast futuristic racers. Then again racing games are of a mixed bunch and is usually way too limited. Especially when it comes to AI and interesting tracks. Redout does deliver a fairly complete experience.  I just really enjoy speeding through corkscrews, at breakneck speeds. Incidentally, this is where the title comes from. When curves and speed become too great, the screen is likely to take on a red hue, while the vision starts to blur. There is a limit to what the […] - [Open Transport Tycoon Deluxe | NOW ON THE PC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/open-transport-tycoon-deluxe/): Open Transport Tycoon Deluxe is a ported and improved version of a very old management game from several non-descript platforms. Unlike most such games there is a goal and that is to have the most of everything when the year 2050 has passed. The only way to lose is to file for bankruptcy, which can be quite hard indeed. In order to start a business all one has to do is connect a route from something that produces materials, that can be refined into goods. Such as building a railway from a forest onto a sawmill. Or transporting people between places, […] - [Owlboy | MADE BY NORWEGIANS WHO KNOW WHAT IS UP!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/owlboy/): Owlboy is a fantastically sculpted game that took a very long time to complete. For once it was worth the wait. The game follows the story of the mute Otus, a boy been berated by his terrible mentor all his life. Not that it stops the boy from becoming a hero when the wicked pirates attack. Along the ride, Otus gain several faithful companions. These delightfully colorful creatures are carried around by him. But I can teleport them to my current location at any time. Naturally these characters I can also use these to solve puzzles and bypass certain obstacles, due […] - [RIVE: Wreck! Hack! Die! Retry! | IT'S PAINFUL TO EXPERIENCE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/rive-wreck-hack-die-retry/): In RIVE: Wreck! Hack! Die! Retry! it all starts with me taking a trip through an asteroid belt, looking for a derelict hulk or two to loot. Naturally, I found the biggest baddest, and most broken ship possible, drifting through space. A craft with a very welcoming and functional AI. RIVE is a twin-stick shooter, which means that I control the craft with one stick. Then use the other to shoot in the direction I point it in. The game itself uses quite good-looking and well-animated 2d sprites to populate the ship and give it life. Everything has life to it, […] - [POKEMON REBORN BESTING THE GYM LEADER SHELLY](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/reborn-besting-shelly/): The art of besting Shelly in Pokemon Reborn. A while ago I decided to look up some Pokemon fangames and I came across several full-fledged titles. I had to fight the trainer known as Shelly, she is a pink-haired gym leader, who likes to spam bugs in dual battles. If this was one of the official games, I would have crushed her monsters hard. But alas it was not easy at all. I brought a burning slug to the fray, it got stuck in a pile of rocks. Despite me putting the forest on fire. In theory, I was hoping that […] - [Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X | SING ME A SONG MIKU!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/hatsune-miku-project-diva-x/): Vocaloids it’s taken the world by storm with their nice synthesized voices and their little skirts but let’s be serious does it stand up well in a game that is what we aim to find out in Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X. Now getting right into it the game is a Rhythm game and as such, it has a standard rule of thumb which is to simply hit the right notes at the right time to win points at the end of the game. It has a score multiplayer to increase your score but that really isn’t needed and it’s just […] - [Touhou Genso Rondo Bullet Ballet | BECAUSE YOU'RE DANCING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/touhou-genso-rondo-bullet-ballet/): Touhou Genso Rondo Bullet Ballet or to be put more elegantly a bullet hell title with lots of strange women. Now I should say I know nothing of the anime or manga this is based on. I am judging this solely on its game mechanics and characteristics of the genre so if you’re a fan of this franchise well, prepare to probably be offended. Upon loading the game I am met with a check file screen almost every time and it loves to indulge me in this aspect for a good two to three minutes or so before I am able […] - [Freedom Planet | MOVE OVER SONIC!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/freedom-planet/): Freedom Planet is a very evil and hammy megalomaniac who is out to take over the universe and ravage anyone in his path. Meanwhile, a ragtag team of colorful furry misfits sets out to stop his nefarious plot. Which is no easy feat, with three rather dense kingdoms in charge of their home world and their questionable leaders. Not only is the platforming fun, with several characters to pick from. It also has a fully voice-acted plot. This shows that a mostly female cast still makes the game very enjoyable and fun. Though if you have an aversion to anything furry-related, […] - [Mafia III | THERE IS SO MUCH RACISM](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mafia-iii/): Mafia III is my first Mafia game and I am going into this knowing nothing of the previous titles apart from what my friends and colleagues have told me about the series and honestly. I am really enjoying it, I should note however for a lot of people the game has been incredibly buggy since the launch and a lot of people have been quite angry about its lacking frame rates although. The frame rates have now been rectified the rest of the issues have not. Now at the very start of the game, they tell you straight out this game […] - [Clustertruck | HARDCORE PARKOUR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/clustertruck/): Most kids are familiar with the game the floor is lava, Clustertruck is just that. If the furniture was a convoy of speeding trucks with terrible driving skills and questionable physics. Everything takes place in a first-person view, where the only skill at hand is jumping and mostly precise timing. One thing is for certain, the title is very accurate. There is indeed a cluster of trucks within the game. But you’ve probably figured that one out by now. It is a fast, fun, and challenging game, with a level editor made for really sadistic people. After all nothing screams pain […] - [Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Spirit of Justice | ETHNIC COURTS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/phoenix-wright-spirit-of-justice/): The court is back in session and with it comes a new Phoenix Wright title! Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Spirit of Justice now I for one am actually quite a fan of the series and have played some previous titles before on road trips with my parents. Now back with all his friends and colleagues court is heating up like never before as a Phoenix lands in a mystical land filled with spirit mediums and no defense attorneys and he begins to stand up for his newest friend and finds himself in a bind. With the story unfolding Phoenix learns that […] - [Kerbal Space Program | IN SPACE, YOU SCREAM!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/kerbal-space-program/):   Now I just want to say we are playing the Kerbal Space Program on the Xbox One and from what we can see it’s exactly like the PC port of the title, except it’s now on consoles. The main goal of the game is as you guessed it set up a space program for your little Kerbals and hopefully return them safely to earth by building different rockets and sending them into space to explore other planets and to try to return home from successful missions with your crew intact. Accomplishing this task is no easy feat as the controls […] - [Deus Ex: Mankind Divided | WE NEED A SEQUEL, AGAIN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/deus-ex-mankind-divided/): Adam Jensen is back as the protagonist for another Deus Ex title and I got to say. Even though he never asked for this I am loving it! Deus Ex: Mankind Divided takes place two years after the events of the first game where Adam fell into the water and was rescued. Now working alongside others to stop terrorist attacks is where we find him now. But the world has changed and people don’t trust augmented people anymore and it’s become a dark and gritty reality for a lot of people in the world. Now one of the most amazing things I […] - [Ghost Busters (2016) | THIS IS GONNA HAUNT US](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ghost-buster-2016/): Ghost Busters its been a movie, it’s been a comic, hell it’s even had a few decent video games over the years. But with the rebooted Ghost Busters movie out in theaters, we have the fine privilege of tearing into the Ghost Busters (2016) game and talking about it for what it is. The game itself can be described in one very simple and very straightforward sentence. “The game is soon to become a ghost because it’s not very good, it’s poorly designed, and it’s garbage.” Now I know there are some Ghost Buster die-hard fans out there who will say any […] - [Batman (2016) A TELLTALE SERIES | BRUCE, HE'S JUST A MAN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/batman-2016/): I am vengeance I am the night I am! Bruce Wayne is at a party trying to raise money for Harvey Dent in Batman (2016) the Telltale series. Now jumping right into this Batman (2016) is fairly straight forward like pretty much all Telltale titles you make some decisions based on your interactions and press a few buttons in a Simon Says kinda combo to try to give the game more of a dynamic feel. Although this Batman game is taking it a bit further by really pushing for that Simon Says aspect and making Batman more action based than storytelling […] - [I Am Setsuna | SIMPLISTIC, PEACEFUL, AND SERENE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/i-am-setsuna/): I am Setsuna, It’s supposed to be the game that surpasses the legendary title Chrono Trigger and from what I have experienced in this game. It does, it’s really good, and it good a really amazing musical score and a beautiful look to it. Okay, that’s the quick version you can stop reading now if you’re lazy.    Now if you aren’t lazy, I am Setsuna gives you a lot of interesting choices straight from the start which helps influence how the combat will flow and help you if you have never played a role-playing game in your entire life. With a […] - [Ara Fell | THEN SHE ROSE TO THE OCCASION!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ara-fell/): I am a lover of RPGs some are good, some are bad and some are decent but present a fair amount of issues. Don’t get me wrong, I truly love the deeply laid stories found in role-playing games but that is only half the pleasure of one. Ara Fell lives up to its title. Where someone falls down a hole. Now moving right along let’s get into the dynamics of this game. They give you an option of a story mode only which you can one-shot all the enemies you encounter in the game’s story. Something like this is, need I […] - [Beeftacular | PLATFORMING HAS NEVER BEEN THIS PAINFUL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/beeftacular/): Beeftacular is a bloody piece of meat, armed with three harpoons and a sword that has to kill several rotten targets within ten seconds or less. More meat for the meat grinder and probably not affiliated with another hardcore piece of meat. First of this game is fast, kinda hard, and should defiantly be played with a controller, each stage is done lightning fast and the controls are very precise and highly responsive. The graphics are very simple and does the job well, even if it is on the simple side and could use some more variation. The screen has a […] - [Inferno Climber | EPIC BOSSES, AND EXPLORATION!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/inferno-climber/): Inferno Climber, When I started the game I thought long and hard about which hero to choose from. All of them have something different about them. In the end, it did not matter one bit. The game narrator kept feeding me stories of my greatness and insurmountable power. Naturally, this story sounds way too good to be true. However, that is the curse of a hero, to charge head first into a six-meter-tall dragon-like creature. With only a dingy wooden rod to aid me. The outcome was certain from the get-go, especially since I had no idea of how to play […] - [The Final Station | THE TOOT TOOT MEANS DEATH](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-final-station/): The Final Station, let’s a railroad to the max and get on the choo! Choo! Train, into a god-forsaken wasteland, where things have gone really, really wrong and I will probably find out why. Whether you like it or not, unless I fail to keep the passengers alive. Which is a very hard thing to achieve I must admit. The lot of them keep bleeding out on me, while I fiddle with maintaining the faulty equipment and the power level. The system has a nasty habit of redirecting power away from the air recycling system in the passenger cabin. Luckily I […] - [V2000 | GIANT BUGS, AND BROKEN CONTROLS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/v2000/): V2000, Retro games, and insane challenges are a thing these days. Let me give you a challenge and a treat; A real lesson in game design for all those hard-core macho players out there. V2000 is a very odd game with a fun concept but a very flawed execution. According to the story and in-game intro dragons attacks a series of small worlds with a contagious virus and giant bugs among other things. In order to fight this infestation a weird VTOL (vertical take of and landing) craft is deployed The main reason why the game is so damn hard and […] - [Knights of Sidonia | A NETFLIX ORIGINAL!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/knights-of-sidonia/): A Netflix original series the Knights of Sidonia is mostly 3d animated, manga adaption by the same name. The mastermind and author behind this series are Tsutomu Nihei. Who is well known for emotional scenes, striking vistas, and insanely huge and complicated environments. His previous work Blame! Took place in a huge ever expanding megastructure. This time around it’s a science fiction epic that takes place in a generation ship. An asteroid made into a humongous spaceship that has been traveling for generations through unknown space. On the run from some very, very creepy and clearly organic beings. These monstrosities look […] - [The Incredible Baron | FUN, COLORFUL, I LOVE IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-incredible-baron/): The incredible baron is a bragging, posh, and quite self-absorbed gentleman, a big-boned shrieking bat of a lady, and a pint-sized big-eyed boy on a journey into the unknown. On a trek to discover new creatures and document them. After all, a true man has to leave a legacy. Unfortunately, the Baron has a bad habit of being a braggart, who likes to take the honor of other people’s ideas. Only the Baron himself is capable of making these robotic units. But when they go wrong, they suddenly belong to his assistant again. While the story is fantastic and very fun, […] - [HOW NIANTIC CAN FIX POKEMON GO!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/fix-pokemon-go/): I’ve written about Pokemon GO before, and I know this will most likely fall on deaf ears but as a person who has enjoyed it for a few years writing a commentary on games, I have an idea of how we can fix Pokemon GO.  Now we know there are a lot of issues but people want a lot of things and we know also that the game is only about ten percent complete at this stage of its design but I wanted to offer my suggestions about what the game needs to make both Niantic happy, and of course the […] - [THE BIG PROBLEMS IN POKEMON GO](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/problems-in-pokemon-go/): So Pokemon, its been a great franchise for a long time! Heck, I even grew up with it collecting trading cards and have even more fond memories of getting Pokemon Red and a Gameboy color for my birthday one year. It’s been a long time coming and now the younger generation of trainers can join in on the fun with Pokemon GO! But it presents some problems or should I say there are BIG PROBLEMS IN POKEMON GO… Don’t get me wrong, I love the game and obsess over it to the point where I kinda dropped off the face of the […] - [Dungeon Souls | WHY HASN'T THIS BEEN PORTED, YET?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dungeon-souls/): Dungeon souls, The bodies of slain champions lies before you, with their immortal soul floating above the empty husks below. In order to challenge the dark, dank and dastardly dungeon ahead, one of these poor unfortunate souls has to be resurrected. After that, you have to beat the horde of vicious enemies. Be especially wary of the candy cane snowman and the REDEEMER! Pick wisely, as each hero, if you can call them that, has a unique set of abilities. Such as the ever-so-charming necromancer and his army of disposable skeletons. Or the brutish barbarian, with his overcompensating axe. To succeed […] - [Asteroid Minesweeper | THIS IS THE BEST AND WORSE GAME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ateroid-minesweeper/): Minesweeper! Asteroid Minesweeper! Minesweeper made uber serious, now in 3d, with a rotatable camera and the same high-stakes octane gameplay. If you have no idea what minesweeper is, then you are either lucky or are using a mac. Virtually every version of the Windows operating system comes with mini-games, such as Minesweeper. Where the goal is to clear out the board, without triggering the mines, hence the title. By the way, this, is not an easy task, after all, everything is hidden and the only clue is the blocks with numbers on them, which hints to how many mines are adjacent. […] - [Bird of Light | SURPRISINGLY A DECENT GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/bird-of-light/): The Bird of Light is a game about various farm animals talking among each other as a human girl with red hair appears at the farm. These highly stylized and talkative animals are a cheery bunch that likes to stand in the way a lot. Much like Aesop’s fables the story is a metaphor, told through the animals that slowly disappear, one by one. This would be a good thing if it meant less of the damnable herd would stop blocking my path, so get used to seeing the restart screen a lot. I will not spoil the story at this […] - [Hitman (2016) | MY FIRST HITMAN EXPERIENCE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/hitman_2016/): Assassination is just one of the many things that can bring in money in the underground and when you need a job to look like an accident then there’s only one person to call. Agent 47, the assassin of choice. Now I am familiar with Hitman in name sake only but I have never played a Hitman title. Hitman 2016 is the first time I have actually managed to play one. I got to say I am absolutely loving it. I was afraid about it at first, as stepping into a new franchise can be a daunting task as a lot […] - [The Last Leviathan | IT'S THE BESIEGE OF THE SEA!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/last-leviathan/): We have played a lot of sandbox titles from Besiege to Minecraft, and even Polybridge but The Last Leviathan is one we really find enjoyable. Although still early access the Last Leviathan boasts a lot of creative control over making your own ship at sea to do battle with other ships in its creative mode. Each ship has a ranking of points, these points are calculated by each part used in your ship so it goes without saying the higher the points the bigger the ship! It’s only speculation on my end that this might be used for a multiplayer function, […] - [Flesh Eaters | CAN YOU SURVIVE THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/flesh-eaters/): Flesh Eaters, better known as Zombies are the devious little bastards. Well, tear you limb from limb in the hopes you have some brains! In most cases, a lot of people don’t, but we can overlook that aspect in this game. Now the object of Flesh Eaters is to survive, a task which is more daunting than it looks, primarily because the objectives are really hard to carry out. Hell, you can even fail in the tutorial as the game is trying to teach you which is a first for me to actually see in any kind of game. You start […] - [Gecko Gods | Exploration Games are a thing of Beauty](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/gecko-gods/): The Cozy World of the Gecko Gods There are times when people need a break from hardcore gaming. Sometimes, you just need something gentler, more nuanced, and genuinely fun. For me, Gecko Gods fills that position perfectly. The game is incredibly cozy, beautifully vibrant, and truly one of the best games I’ve had the luxury of playing this year. If I had to classify this game, I would say it carries the same feel-good energy as Stray, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, or Tears of the Kingdom. Not because it plays exactly like them, but because it understands […] - [Marathon | AN INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/marathon/): Like many others in the Destiny 2 community, I wanted to know not only what Marathon was about, but what it was like, as there was a lot of speculative discussion that Destiny 2’s downfall would be directly tied to Marathon, and to a large degree it was. But was Marathon as a whole worth it in the long run? It is this reviewer’s opinion that it was not. Though the game itself is fun to play, the issues presented in it make the game difficult to enjoy if you are not familiar with the extraction shooter genre. Primarily, my issue […] - [Destiny 2: Year of Prophecy | PORTAL TO FAILURE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-year-of-prophecy/): Destiny 2: Edge of Fate The story for Destiny 2 continues where we left off with Destiny 2: The Final Shape. The Witness has been defeated, and from that defeat fragmented aspects of his power were scattered throughout the universe, called Echoes. These Echoes subsequently landed in the hands of figures such as Fikrul, Eramis Kell, and Maya Sundaresh, while the aftermath of that collapse also spread aboard Oryx’s Dreadnaught, bringing back a version of Oryx that no longer truly existed, with each of these threads receiving its own episodic story. When The Edge of Fate launches, we are thrown into […] - [Destiny 2 and the Chore Model: How Bungie Lost Player Trust](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/destiny-2-and-the-chore-model-how-bungie-lost-player-trust/): An in-depth analysis of how Bungie’s Destiny 2 eroded player trust through content vaulting, flawed live-service design, and the ‘Chore Model. - [The Necromancer’s Tale | A Very Atmospheric Review](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-necromancers-tale/): I’ve been given the opportunity to review The Necromancer’s Tale on Steam, and I have to say that I’m impressed! This is a game that thrives on its narrative, offering a richly woven and deeply atmospheric experience. If you enjoy games that take their time to unfold, that slow burn as it were, then this might be what you’re after. That said, the pacing can be slow at moments, even staggeringly so at times, which is something worth noting before you dive in. So, let’s break it down, what it does well, what it does right, and where it tends to […] - [Nice Day for Fishing! | An Epic NPC Man Adventure](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/nice-day-for-fishing/): Since its inception, Viva La Dirt League (VLDL) has created some wonderful short videos, but none have been more beloved than Epic NPC Man, a series primarily focused on video game logic and the comedic sketches that come from them. In the world of Azerim, a parody of World of Warcraft, we meet characters like Greg the Garlic Farmer, handing out mundane quests about chasing sheep; Bodger the Blacksmith, who always misplaces his hammer; and of course, Baelin, the town fisherman who only ever says, “Uh huh! Nice day for fishing, ain’t it?” VLDL has parodied countless video game tropes in […] - [Enshrouded | The Game that could rival The Legend of Zelda](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/enshrouded/): Lately, I’ve been busy with classwork, but this past week I found time to play Enshrouded. Initially, I got this game for a review, but I’ve since found myself spending more time in it, and I have to say, it’s good enough for Nintendo to be worried. The same way Nintendo is worried Palworld could hurt the Pokémon franchise, I feel that Enshrouded is strong enough to make them sweat over The Legend of Zelda. So, let’s get into it, shall we? At the start of Enshrouded, the player is given the backstory of how the world was destroyed by humankind’s […] - [Destiny 2: The Final Shape | NOBODY MAKES MY FATE, BUT ME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-the-final-shape/): Where do I begin? In Destiny 2: Lightfall, we experienced one of the worst narratives the franchise has ever experienced. But in Destiny 2: The Final Shape, Bungie nailed it. There is a lot to unpack in Destiny 2: the Final Shape, considering it is the conclusion to a story that has been told over ten years. I’m not talking about in-game years, either. I am talking about from the PlayStation 3 to the PlayStation 5. That is 10 years of seasonal, episodic, and expansion packs worth of story-telling and world-building. In Destiny, we were brought back to life to fight […] - [Tanzia | IT FEELS LIKE BANJO KAZOOIE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tanzia/): Tanzia a little tropical island in the middle of no where I would assume. Now I have followed this game for a good long while and I got to say I have not been disappointed. I even got to fiddle around with it in Alpha and talk to the developer directly. Now with that little introduction out-of-the-way let’s get started shall we? The gameplay is fairly straight forward you learn to craft, level up, collect items, and fight monsters in this story driven adventure game and straight from the get-go you are given a few quests to help guild you through […] - [ONE NIGHT STAND | HOW BADLY DID YOUR DATE GO?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/one-night-stand/): Now we have played a variety of games here, some of which stick out to us and others that fall into the shadows, hardly to be thought of again. However, One Night Stand is definitely a game that stands out, and not just because of its name! In the game, you start out as a man who has just woke n up in a bed (completely naked, mind you, but you obviously don’t see that or it wouldn’t be offered on Steam). You soon realize that you’re a total dick, having left all your friends at the bar so you could […] - [The Yuzu Emulator, Nintendo, and Psychological Reactance](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/yuzu-emulator/): Nintendo, a company that has taken pride in shaping the gaming industry, has faced its fair share of ups and downs in the last several years, such as the death of Satoru Iwata nine years ago in 2015 that led to Tatsumi Kimishima before ultimately retiring from Nintendo and letting Shuntaro Furukawa take over, as covered by Crecente (2018), and the lawsuit between Gary Bowser, and the development team of Yuzu. The brand Nintendo has seen its fair share of ups and downs with the success of the Nintendo Switch and a multitude of video games such as The Legend of […] - [Eternights | A VISUAL MASTERPIECE OF STORYTELLING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/eternights/): Being a game designer and a reviewer has given me an opportunity afforded only to a select few, and that is, I got to witness firsthand Eternight’s progression as the developer continued to post live updates as he worked tirelessly on his passion project. I knew from the moment he started working on it that Eternights the game was going to be unique because the developer, Jae Hyun Yoo, blended so many different genres of gameplay together cohesively, such as 2D animation, 3D animation, visual novel story-telling, a new and unique twist on the role-playing game format, and the hack’n’slash combat […] - [SONY'S LOOMING DISASTER IN THE GAMES INDUSTRY](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/sonys-looming-disaster-in-the-games-industry/): The famed electronics company Sony, who developed the PlayStation and raised the gaming industry to new heights during the 90s, might soon find itself retiring the PlayStation and allowing it to collect dust by Sega’s Dreamcast. But not for the reasons people think. It isn’t the hardware or even the game titles. In fact, Sony/PlayStation has some of the best in the market. Instead, the fault lies within an archaic management style and lack of innovation and creative thinking. During the recent Microsoft/Activision buyout, Sony argued that Microsoft would use its dominance in the market to ruin Sony’s profits by making […] - [Upgrades!](https://gamers-haven.org/site-news/upgrades/): Hey everyone, It’s your favorite webhead, Will. I just wanted to let you know that we’ve completed a series of hurdles to keep Gamers-Haven running smoothly and completed some much needed server work. As such, there may be occasional hiccups with things or problems we didn’t uncover yet. If you do happen to run into such an issue don’t hesitate to reach out to us through our contact forms located here: https://www.gamers-haven.org/contact-us/ or email me directly at william@gamers-haven.org and I’ll happily take a look. Happy gaming, friends! Until next time! - [Lord of the Rings: Gollum | DOES NOT HAVE THE PRECIOUS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-lord-of-the-rings-gollum/): Before I talk about Lord of the Rings: Gollum, I need to approach this tactfully, as not many people are aware; there are certain truths when; it comes to reviewing a game. The first is typical; larger media groups such as IGN, Kotaku, and Gamespot get copies first. Some outlets even get paid, others like ourselves typically are approached and given a copy to review, or we request a copy of a game to review, and then lastly, others go out and buy a game to review. Now, typically game studios allocate enough keys solely to larger; influences and organizations, and […] - [Sunday Gold | DON'T RESURRECT DEAD DOGS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/sunday-gold/): Sunday Gold has taken me a bit of time to get around to reviewing. But I promise you that it is worth it. If; you are a fan of turn-based or strategy-based role-playing games to execute your plans. Then I have to say without a shadow of a doubt; Sunday Gold is the game for you. The game is unique not only in its creative art direction but with how it utilizes the familiar mechanics that we have been used to all these years since they were; introduced in games like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy. When you start playing Sunday […] - [Strayed Lights | IT DREAMT OF GREATNESS, BUT FELL SHORT](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/strayed-lights/): I have gotten a chance to play Strayed Lights, and I have a few things to say, some; of it good, some of it bad, and truthfully it is not a bad game.    Strayed Lights is a game that I can enjoy, but it is not a game; that gets me excited as I was hoping it would.    Now, Strayed Lights is an Action RPG with minimal story-telling, and I stress the minimal story-telling aspect as the story; is conveyed through an unspoken narrative by character actions, reactions, and the overall gameplay; in this sense, it relies heavily on […] - [Destiny 2: Lightfall | THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE MACGUFFIN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-lightfall/): It has been a while since Destiny 2: Witch Queen launched, and we are finally nearing the end of Destiny’s Light and Darkness storyline with Destiny 2: Lightfall. However, I cannot help but feel that Destiny 2: Lightfall; is one of the weakest, if; not the weakest, storyline. That Bungie has released in the last several years. But before I get into its narrative problems. I want to break down all the other areas of Destiny: Lightfall, as this DLC came with a lot of updates. Strand When Destiny 2: Beyond Light was released, it came with an entirely new subclass […] - [Trash Sailors | BRING SOME FRIENDS, SAILING ALONE SUCKS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/trash-sailors/): Imagine you live in a world covered in pollution. Actually, no, never mind; this is our reality! Now imagine if you will, a world covered in pollution but, is also flooded! There you go, that is Trash Sailors. Trash Sailors is a multiplayer game that; can be played in single-player, and it is up to you and your friends to survive and get through the game’s entire story, and there is story! But, only after the first few stages… Now you are probably wondering what the game is like, and if I am being honest, it is chaotic. I have only […] - [Undungeon | IT LOOKS AMAZING, BUT IT TRIES TO HARD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/undungeon/): There is a game I want to cover that I feel does not get enough attention, and that game is Undungeon. It is an extraordinarily unique game, and it is all done in pixel art, which in my personal opinion, makes it that much more interesting as it is an intractable art piece. There is only one thing I have to dunk on with Undungeon, and I will dunk on this pretty hard, and that is the story is hard to follow. Now my reason for this is laughable because the story is all text-based and has no audio for its […] - [Totally Reliable Delivery Service | IT'S NEVER ON TIME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/totally-reliable-delivery-service/): Have you guys ever played a game that is so ludicrous that it just makes sense? I have, and it was called Human: Fall Flat. If you’ve ever played Human: Fall Flat and enjoyed it. Then I know that you would; enjoy a Totally Reliable Delivery Service. In essence, they are the same game with some minor differences. Now, if you have not played Human: Fall Flat, please allow me to break down Totally Reliable Delivery Service for you. The controls; are basic. You wobble around with the motor functions of an infant and grab anything as they would. That is […] - [Mayhem in Single Valley | PROTECT THE DOG AT ALL COSTS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mayhem-in-single-valley/): In Mayhem in Single Valley, you take the role of a young boy about to embark on an epic adventure to better yourself through schooling, finding a job in the city, or some other non-descriptive plot point to keep you away from your hometown. Then suddenly, your entire world is thrown into chaos as a strange shadowy figure dumps toxic waste into the city’s local reservoir turning all of the local creatures into crazed, vicious animals out for blood! The bears, the fish, the squirrels, and dare I say it?! Even the bunnies! Like Monty Python’s evil rabbit on steroids! Now, […] - [Frozen Flame | ADVENTURE AND FLOATING ISLANDS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/frozen-flame/): Where do I begin with Frozen Flame? Should I talk about how the game is an action-adventure game with floating islands, crafting, and a story-driven storyline? Maybe I could talk about how its visuals are reminiscent of Fortnite. I guess; I should start at the beginning. Frozen Flame; is a fantastic game, and I love it! Adventure games, for me, are my bread and butter. The feeling you get from being whisked away to a magical world; where new adventures await, villains, to stop, and worlds to save! What is not to love? When; you first load up Frozen Flame, you […] - [Scathe | AND GOD SENT HIS SOLDIER TO KILL HIS BROTHER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/scathe/): If; you are around my age. Then you probably grew up with a little game called DOOM, and even if you are not around, my age. Then you probably have at least seen or heard of DOOM. Well, Scathe; is just like DOOM, except with a few interesting twists that make it a bit more unique. Scathe starts out not as some soldier or even an individual released from a stone casket; instead, you are hand-crafted by God and trained for centuries to deliver unto demons and God’s brother the full force of God’s wrath. You are Scathe wrecker of every […] - [Potion Craft | THERE ARE NO MAKE BEER OPTIONS?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/potion-craft/): There exists a game out there that is so wonderful, simplistic, and fun. That it may make you feel like your Elias Ainsworth from the hit anime The Ancient Magus’ Bride; this game is called Potion Craft, and as the name would suggest, you’re an Alchemist! In Potion Craft, you are tasked; with opening your own Apothecary. You have just moved into a new town and found an abandoned old house. This home was previously owned; by a Wizard and the town’s prior Alchemist! Your task is simple; clean up the house and rebuild the old technology inside, but more importantly, […] - [Expedition Zero | IT'S GOT THE PLAGUE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/expedition-zero/): We have fought zombies, aliens, giant mushroom-infested controlled nightmares, and even overly religious zealots cults but now prepare yourself as now; you are fighting the plague in Expedition Zero. Now it is not the scariest survival horror game; I have played, but it is definitely in the running for one of the most difficult; survival horror games. In Expedition Zero, you awaken in your cabin and are contacted by a mysterious individual that asks you to visit him upon meeting with him, you discover a plague of something is ravishing the area, so this strange individual tasks you with; finding the […] - [Kill it with Fire! | KILLING SPIDERS WITH FIRE IS SO FUN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/kill-it-with-fire/): Do you have arachnophobia? Then do I have the cure for you! I’m kidding, of course. I don’t think, Kill it with Fire will cure your arachnophobia, but you can kill spiders hiding all around a house where you can’t find them! If anything, that will make you feel better! I’ve been playing Kill it with Fire. And I must say it is by far one of the most absurd games I’ve played to date. The game doesn’t have a difficulty mode and is boiled down to its purest essence, a rampage against all things Spiders! Now I’ll break it down […] - [Lost Brothers | THERE IS NO HAPPY ENDING IN THIS GAME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/lost-brothers/): Lost Brothers is a short narrative game that you can complete in under two hours, and it’s a fairly decent game overall. It breaks from the norms of games having a happy ending which is a bit of a spoiler. In Lost Brothers, you go camping with your younger brother Sam who ends up missing then it flashes forwards to ten years into the future. And you’re camping by yourself, remembering the good times you had together with your brother. Then all of a sudden, you begin to hear a Walkie-Talkie going off. Investigating it leads you to discover that there […] - [In Rays of Light | A RUSSIAN DEVELOPERS ANTI-WAR GAME](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/in-rays-of-light/): In March of 2022, I was asked to review In Rays of Light. I was excited about this game but soon found myself struggling to get any work done as I had a continuing family crisis to deal with. Now that I’ve found a brief moment to sit down and play through In Rays of Light. I just have to appreciate the game not only for the message it tries to convey. But also the irony of the message due to where it originates from. In Rays of Light is a Russian-developed anti-war game. In Rays of Light was developed to […] - [Wobbledogs | YOUR WOBBLEDOG IS EVOLVING!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/wobbledogs/): There are games out there that are hard for me to describe but are really fun to play. There is a game that is so dumb, so silly, and so unusual that I’ve had trouble describing it, and that game is Wobbledogs! Wobbledogs is unique in the sense that of all the simulation games in which you are taking care of dogs, like Nintendogs. This game implies that these dogs wobble, which they do, and it’s a chaotic masterpiece! In Wobbledogs you can build their homes and earn items through challenges to decorate their homes, they can also dig up capsules, […] - [The Deadliest Catch | THE MOST MUNDANE GAME EVER MADE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-deadliest-catch/): If you have ever watched The Deadliest Catch on the Discovery channel. And you are hoping for a great game adaptation! You are about to be wildly disappointed with The Deadliest Catch video game! If you have ever watched the Discovery channel. You are aware; that the camera crew follows teams of crab boat fishermen. While they are trying to bring in “the big haul” and make a lot of money doing so. The classic notion of no guts, no glory for modern reality television shows. So, it’s only natural that with the booming popularity of the television show. The Deadliest […] - [Space Otter Charlie | HUMANITY RUINED THE EARTH, AGAIN](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/space-otter-charlie/): So, if you want to play more games like Metroid then do I have a game for you! Given it’s not as dark as Metroid, it is a lot more light-hearted, fun, and much shorter. But Space Otter Charlie is honestly a really fun game to play! Just like so many of the games we’ve reviewed lately. The story of Space Otter Charlie starts with Earth being destroyed by humanity, and so we leave for the stars! But then it started getting way too hot for the other animals, polar bears, and Otters alike! So, what is a lowly little group […] - [FixFox | SPACE FURRIES THAT CAN FIX A FRIDGE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/fixfox/): There aren’t many modern pixel games. ; I’ve played and enjoyed it, but I have to say FixFox is one of the games. That I’ve most certainly enjoyed. It’s a; truly unique game both visually, mechanically, and in its narrative as well. You play as Fox, who fixes things but is lazy about it. And he is accompanied by your talking backpack who; helps guide you, sass you, and almost get you killed at almost; every chance it gets but not on purpose. You’ve earned the title of FixFox because you’re a Fox who fixes things. But, as I have already […] - [Ghost on The Shore | A STORY ABOUT LOVE, LOSS AND DEATH](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ghost-on-the-shore/): I got to play Ghost on the Shore, and I have to admit that this game is one of the more unique story-based games that I’ve played in a while, it has excellent voice acting, and the story is extraordinarily well done. Ghost on the Shore is a short game so if you want something relaxing to play. Then I already recommend this title or even if you’re looking for content to stream Ghost on the Shore is a game I’d recommend! Now, getting to the heart of the review in Ghost on the Shore you play a young woman named […] - [No Place Like Home | A 7-ELEVEN BATHROOM IS CLEANER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/no-place-like-home/): No Place Like Home, by its name you would think that it’s a peaceful game about family and for the most part you’d be only half right. Family is involved in the game’s story, and the game is peaceful. But, it’s also the post-apocalyptic world that humanity has left behind as they decided to all leave for Mars. That’s right, folks! In No Place Like Home, humanity screwed planet Earth up so much, that we had to abandon our beautiful blue planet. Because we turned it a shade of brown that can only be expressed by looking into a toilet of […] - [Martha is Dead | PSYCHOSIS AND WARS DON'T MIX](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/martha-is-dead/): Well, I played Martha is Dead, and I have to say despite it being pulled from the PlayStation Store, the game is fairly decent. I wouldn’t say mediocre but, I wouldn’t go as far as to say it’s an amazing game. But, if anything it’s a decent game. In Martha is Dead you’re playing as Martha’s twin sister Guilia whose lives with your parents and your twin sister. Out in a rural Tuscany village due to the ongoing war between the United Kingdom, and Germany, you know, World War II. Your father is an active General in Hitler’s Army. He’s helping […] - [Destiny 2: The Witch Queen | WHO THE LIGHT CHOOSES](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-the-witch-queen/): Destiny 2: The Witch Queen brings so many changes to Destiny 2, and I love all of them! Last year’s expansion with Destiny 2 Beyond Light where is a good expansion and introduces an entirely new sub-class called Stasis while also cementing new that The Darkness is neither friend nor an ally of ours. Destiny 2: The Witch Queen shows us that things aren’t as simple as good or bad. The story for the new expansion starts off by returning one of the vaulted locations at the launch of Destiny 2 Beyond Light back to us; Mars returns and with it […] - [Monster Hunter Rise | THE LAST TITLE WAS WAY BETTER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/monster-hunter-rise/): Monster Hunter Rise is its own game in its own right, but its similarities to Monster Hunter World that we reviewed long ago are still quite present.   That’s what happens when you develop a game for a long-running franchise you then start to get comfortable not wanting to take risks changing the formula for something you know already works.   Simply put, Capcom plays it safe in game development as they want to run the risk of upsetting their fans. Whereas gaming companies such as Square-Enix, Nintendo, and even Sonic Team take risks with their games; when developing them.    […] - [Prison Simulator | DO NOT DROP THE SOAP!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/prison-simulator/): So, trying out Prison Simulator, and I have to say without; a doubt, one of the most ridiculous simulators out there. And Prison Simulator is among my top picks. I’m not talking about Prison Architect either, but Prison Simulator. When you start Prison Simulator you have an opportunity to go into as much detail as you want about the inmates you’ll be dealing with while you’re working at the Prison. You can name them and even create what gangs they’ll be. Want to give your game a more personal touch? You can make a few of your friends in Prison Simulator. […] - [Animaze | DON'T BUY THIS SOFTWARE; ITS TRASH!](https://gamers-haven.org/articles/animaze/): So, I got a chance to sit down and try out Animaze! This software is for face tracking and to help people both develop and use their animated avatars for entertainers known as Vtubers that you might have seen on Twitch and YouTube! Now a bit about Animaze, the company that created the software is Holotech Studios who are better known for its work with similar software known as Facerig. So to some people, the software will be fairly familiar already as it utilizes the same principles. The difference between Animaze and Facerig however is that; you can purchase pre-made assets […] - [Destiny 2: Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack | IT'S GJALLARHORN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-bungie-30th-anniversary-pack/): So the Destiny 2: Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack is out and I must say it’s really a change of pace from having to buy a season pass for new content. The Pack itself is just a few cosmetic items, a brand new dungeon, and the Exotic Rocket Launcher Gjallarhorn with a catalyst! Destiny 2: Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack is primarily meant for hardcore Destiny players, those who started with Destiny on the Xbox and the PlayStation 4. I’m not saying that new players can’t take advantage of being able to use a weapon that at its core was a weapon of […] - [Guardians of the Galaxy | MEDIOCRITY AT ITS FINEST!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/guardians-of-the-galaxy/): Guardians of the Galaxy from Square-Enix is — and I know I’m going to take a lot of heat for saying this — mediocrity at its finest. Before everyone on the internet castrates me for my opinion and tells me that I’m wrong, allow me to explain why. The story starts with our band of misfits already brought together as a group, with little to no origin story as to how. Their designs and appearances are derived more from the Guardians of the Galaxy comics and not the movies. To a die-hard Marvel comics fan that may be a large selling […] - [Doctor Who: The Edge of Reality | IT'S STLL NOT A TIME LOOP!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/doctor-who-the-edge-of-reality/): So I played Doctor Who: The Edge of Reality. and where do I begin? I guess I can start by telling you that If you ever wanted to play the previous game, Doctor Who: The Edge of Time, but you don’t own a VR Headset, well, now you can play it! Because the games are almost identical in every single way except Doctor Who The Edge of Reality has an expanded side-story including the 10th Doctor, David Tennant. Doctor Who The Edge of Reality starts off exactly like Doctor Who The Edge of Time and it goes without saying that the […] - [Chernobylite | SECRETS IN THE RUINS OF CHERNOBYL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/chernobylite/): Chernobylite is a sci-fi role-playing game with horror, and survival aspects set in the post-apocalyptic Soviet Union from the game studio Farm 51. From the moment Chernobylite starts, you’re given a tutorial on how to fight enemies, dodge, and even craft items before you wake up in a car with two mercenaries you’ve hired to help you track down your fiancé who went missing before the collapse of the Chernobyl reactor. It’s here that you discover that each of your choices has consequences and this mechanic is echoed throughout the entire game, in my play one of the Mercenaries was right […] - [Vigor | IN THE LANDS OF POST APOCALYPTIC NORWAY?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/vigor/): There are times when I want to review a title then I remember it’s on a console and I need online play capabilities to play it. Vigor is one of those games on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox One exclusively so there is no PC port of this game, but if you’re looking for a game with what Vigor has you can always play Escape from Tarkov but more on that in a bit. Vigor is a third-person action survival game, but not a typical survival game! Where in games like Dead by Daylight, The War Z, and even Minecraft […] - [Beasts of Maravilla Island | THERE'S MAGIC ALL AROUND US!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/beasts-of-maravilla-island/): So I got a chance to play The Beasts of Maravilla Island, and it’s not what I was expecting with a soft warm-hearted story about caring for the environment and finding magic everywhere you go. The Beasts of Maravilla Island had that Pokemon Snap vibe to it since its gameplay focuses on taking photos of the wildlife that your grandfather told you about before he passed away. The whole premise for the story of Beasts of Maravilla Island is the stories he passed on to his grandchild of the Island and all the magical creatures that live there, reminding her to look […] - [Bus Simulator 21 | THE WHEELS ON THE BUS JUST BUG OUT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/bus-simulator-21/): A while back we reviewed Bus Simulator 18, and now I’m back at it again playing Bus Simulator 21 and just like its predecessor it’s a buggy mess! But I digress we’ll get to its issues in a bit. Just like the games title implies it’s a Bus Simulation game, where in you drive buses around the town, hire more bus drivers to drive people around town, and collect money to grow your company as a sustainable transportation business. You start the game out like its predecessor designing your character from the options available. This time around however they give you […] - [Manifold Garden | LOOKS LIKE AN M.C. ESCHER PAINTING!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/manifold-garden/): Manifold Garden is one of the more unique games we’ve played to date as it’s a third-person puzzle game. Much like the puzzle room inside Yugi Muto’s Millennium Puzzle it’s compromised of dimensions upon dimensions of unique puzzles. You have to walk around the walls, and even the ceiling picking up items to solve various problems along the way. Manifold Garden’s unique approach to puzzle solving is truly one of a kind as you’re spending your time trying to come up with solutions to problems that aren’t as simple as getting from point A to point B. Where the core focus […] - [Intruder | MULTIPLAYER STEALTH ESPIONAGE ACTION!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/intruder/): Got a chance to play Intruder and despite its tutorial being the most confusing tutorial I’ve ever experienced in any game. I absolutely love Intruder, now jumping right into this if you’re a fan of let’s say Metal Gear Solid and its sneaking missions as a stealth game you will probably love Intruder. The game is very heavily focused on Stealth missions in a team-based environment, whereas games like Team Fortress 2, Rainbow Six Siege, etc all focus on taking each other out. Intruder focuses solely on the stealth portion of its gameplay. Players are separated into two teams at the […] - [Police Simulator | ARE YOU A GOOD COP OR BAD COP?](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/police-simulator/): So I’ve gotten a chance to play Police Simulator and I have to say it’s an interesting take on what being a Police officer involves or at least what it should involve across the world. Now before everyone starts raging at me about trying to put a positive spin on being a police officer. The first thing I did was an accuracy test based on incidents that happen across the United States that’s right, I shot a civilian and the game makes me restart the day over again. Incidentally, Police Simulator doesn’t give paychecks or lets the Police officers get paid […] - [Party Hard | YOU DIDN'T KEEP THE NOISE DOWN!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/party-hard/): Party Hard is to put it simply a retro-styled game about basically murdering who disturbing the peace, your peace. We all have those moments where the only thing that we want to do is just rest, either after work, partying, or just some me time. In Party Hard, you play a serial killer who can’t get what he wants. So he decides to go on a mass killing spree to bring about the peace he is wanting. Gameplay is pretty straightforward forward you play the serial killer and you can set up traps, and stab people the only catch is. If […] - [The Magnificent Trufflepigs | IM REALLY DIGGING THIS GAME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-magnificent-trufflepigs/): So I played The Magnificent Trufflepigs and I wasn’t sure what to expect from it when I saw published by AMC. The same group responsible for giving us The Walking Dead television series and when I saw the voice cast, I became very interested because it’s Arthur Darvill best known for his role on Doctor Who as Rory Williams, and Luci Fish for her role in Max Payne Retribution. What I got, however, was an experience because it is a truly relatable story that many people including myself have to deal with, and live through. But let’s backtrack first, shall we? […] - [STAND OUT VR Battle Royale | THE WORLD BATTLEROYALE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/stand-out-vr-battle-royale/): Stand Out VR Battle Royale is at the very least an interesting take on the Battle Royale genre by forcing its styled gameplay into a VR setting (Virtual Reality). Several years ago I was excited about this title and I thought it would be a unique approach to playing a Battle Royale game and so when an opportunity arose for me to review it I was fairly excited. But after trying it out I have to conclude, at least from my perspective that the game is more focused on cashing in on the hype of Battle Royale titles than being a Stand […] - [Biomutant | MUTATING THE WILDLIFE HAS GONE TO FAR!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/biomutant/): Biomutant is a game that has spent about five years in development with it being spoken about in hushed tones as we waited for word on this game. Its trailer captivated us from the moment of its announcement and a silent excitement built between all of us gamers. Then it’s released and honestly, it’s everything we wanted! I’ve been playing it for days long enough I feel to tell everyone what I think of Biomutant and all the fun I am having. I only have one negative thing to say about it and even that is being addressed in the first […] - [Mothergunship | WE NEED ALL THE GUNS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/mothergunship/): Mothergunship is a game that takes a very unique approach to a genre known as ”Bullet Hell” if you’re unfamiliar with that term allow me to explain to you what it implies. A Hell of a lot of bullets, normally moving at a slow pace that you can visually see and you must navigate them in order to survive while also simultaneously fighting an enemy of a disproportionate size that’s firing them. That Is the entire premise of a bullet hell game and consequently the entire premise behind Mothergunship as it takes a first-person perspective to a genre that normally focuses […] - [Amnesia: Rebirth | A MOTHERS LOVE KNOWS NO BOUNDS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/amnesia-rebirth/): Amnesia: Rebirth is being as honest as I can here, not at scary as the rest of the games in the Amnesia franchise and that’s okay! It’s good to create something new and it’s not always going to be like the originals. At the very start of Amnesia Rebirth like the series suggests you start out with Amnesia except now you’re stranded in the middle of a massive desert where you could suffer and die from heatstroke which is a series first. Amnesia: Rebirth has vast new open areas to explore with how big sections of the maps are designed but […] - [Final Fantasy XV | LIVING IS ABOUT THE JOURNEY WE TAKE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-xv/): Final Fantasy XV is a game that spent so much time in development that we never even thought it would see the light of day, a game that for many people thought Square-Enix had moved on from the Final Fantasy franchise and it remains one of my favorite Final Fantasy games to date. But we’re not here to talk about Final Fantasy XV’s development time we’re here to talk about my thoughts on the game and my experiences with it. If you want the too long didn’t read version of this I loved the game and I got to play it […] - [Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood | UNLEASH THE FURRY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/werewolf-the-apocalypse-earthblood/): Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Earthblood is one of those few games where you’re getting really excited about the title based on what they’re showing you. You’re watching the trailer you’re seeing the gameplay and you’re just excited.    But then you decide to play it and it just is nothing like what you were expecting much to many fans’ disappointment with a certain game title by the name of Cyberpunk 2077. But with all studios, we hope and pray that they listen to the criticism of the fans and hope they fix the issues of the games. Being a reviewer I hope […] - [Deiland | A TINY PLANET, BUT A BIG ADVENTURE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/deiland/): Deiland is a unique game from the creators of Summer in Mara, Chibig. Now I was unfamiliar with this title and I learned it was one of their first titles Summer in Mara being second to it. So I wanted to give this game a try after enjoying myself with their previous title. And I must say that Deiland is a fairly unique game with open-combat, survival, and weirdly enough has a feature for accessibility and I’m fairly sure that wasn’t even intended. In the very beginning of Deiland you are greeted with a wonderfully illustrated cut scene of your character […] - [Phogs | TWO DOGGOS ARE BETTER THAN ONE DOGGO!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/phogs/): Phogs is one of those obscure games that at first glance might look simple, but after playing it. It’s something that is very enjoyable and it’s even better if you bring a friend along for the fun. You see, Phogs is a co-op game where each of you controls one-half of the character similar to Octodad if you’re playing with a friend. Except in this case you’re fighting for control in between trying to solve puzzles. Unless you’re not playing with people from our community In which case congrats! You have more cohesion and teamwork than my friends and I. The character […] - [Destiny 2: Beyond Light | A GIFT FROM THE DARKNESS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/destiny-2-beyond-light/): Destiny 2: Beyond Light, is the brand new Destiny 2 experience and compared to our original Destiny 2 review quite some time ago. Destiny 2: Beyond Light takes the story we know so far from the Red War, Curse of Osiris, and Warmind then removes it entirely from the game which Bungie stated would return at some point in time. The story as most know at the end of the Red War the Traveler awakens and bursting forth from it comes a wave of light that echoes throughout the solar system. But in doing so it awakens the Traveler’s ancient enemy, […] - [Remothered: Broken Porcelain | YEP, IT'S DEFINITELY BORKED!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/remothered-broken-porcelain/): In terms of horror games, I have to say, Remothered isn’t really doing it for me in terms of its fright factor, and it left me a bit disappointed. It could be that it was released with fierce competition but that’s not the case here Remothered just isn’t that scary. Remothered’s whole design just feels confusing, and convoluted, and the narrative jumps all over the place. Such as how the game starts you off being chased and then supposedly killed, followed by a flash-forward to modern-day talking about events that transpired, then being thrown back again before you’re supposedly murdered. Everything […] - [Cloudpunk | WHAT'S IN THE BOX?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cloudpunk/): Cloudpunk is a game that I’ve known for a while as I tend to lurk in the Indie Development groups looking for games that are diamonds in the rough so to speak. Games that stand out above the rest and for me I feel that they need to be recognized for their unique approach to storytelling, visuals, or all-around design. Cloudpunk just happens to fit into all of these categories with a captivating story, and unique characters, and the game’s visuals are breathtaking. The premise of Cloudpunk is that you’ve lost your home and everything you own to debt collectors including […] - [Cake Bash | MARIO PARTY MEETS DIABEETUS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/cake-bash/): Cake Bash, is a game that I’ve wanted to play since I saw it on Twitter and so I reached out to the developer and asked them kindly for a handful of copies to play with my good friends. That took way longer than it should have to set up with all our varying schedules all over the world. Now Cake Bash is a unique Party game as I’ve only encountered one other franchise that takes the same approach to gameplay and that was Mario Party. I’ve always loved some Mario Party, except this one comes with extra diabetes. The premise […] - [DOOM Eternal | RIP AND TEAR UNTIL IT IS DONE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/doom-eternal/): So at long last, I’ve finally sat down and played Doom Eternal despite running into one game-breaking bug along the way. I’ve actually had a really wonderful time playing it and right from the get-go, I’d say if you haven’t played it you should.   But why would I recommend DOOM Eternal this early on in the review? I’ll tell you why, because it has everything that I admire and love in a game that a lot of games don’t do. That if you need it too, it will hold your hand a bit for newcomers and it will help you learn […] - [Aquanox Deep Descent | SCREAMING UNDER THE SEA!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/aquanox-deep-descent/): Aquanox Deep Descent is a game I hadn’t heard about initially until our colleague and friend Zaceron wrote to me about it. I wasn’t sure about the game and so I decided to tackle it in a review while bringing another friend along for the ride. Aquanox is an interesting title, with its narrative starting out giving us a grim view of the world as a whole. That being World War III had essentially occurred and to escape the Nuclear Fallout the sons and daughters of rich individuals, as well as themselves, escaped under the sea until such time as the […] - [Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 | PLAY AS A TERRORIST!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-2/): When I was younger I never got an opportunity to play the Call of Duty titles, so when an opportunity presented itself to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 I jumped at the chance, and honestly? I was not prepared for this. Out of all the games I’ve played over the years I have yet to encounter a game with a darker narrative than this one. That is to say, it does work for the game, and I personally have a family member who’s been in the military and who understands that a war is fought on various fronts and […] - [Paradise Killer | DON'T TRUST THE REVIEWS ON METACRITIC](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/paradise-killer/): Let’s start this review out with my most honest and brutal opinion and that is I don’t like Paradise Killer. I cannot understand how this game is nominated for a Golden Joystick or how it’s gotten SO MANY positive reviews even to the point where on Metacritic people are calling the reviews out as padded fake reviews. I’ve played it, I’ve been playing it and the game does have some very creative merits I’m not going to discredit the real genuine work the developers have put into it. But there is just SO MUCH of the game that feels cheap. Paradise […] - [Tools Up! | REBUILDING A HOME HAS NEVER BEEN THIS EASY](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tools-up/): Tools Up! Is a pretty interesting and enjoyable party game from All in Games and I have to say the premise is pretty great I just wish that there was an online mode to play with friends over the internet.    There is only one issue I’ve had with the game to date and that is the controls are very finicky a lot of the time the controls won’t register unless pressed in rapid succession at least for me on the Keyboard. This could just be a simple bug in the software as my initial gameplay did not give me any large […] - [Crysis Remastered | WHY CAN'T MY PC HANDLE CRYSIS?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/crysis-remastered/): Crysis its spawned so many memes and jokes, and for a long time its become the whole benchmark to test how powerful your PC truly is for gaming. You didn’t need 3D Mark, or even Heaven Benchmark what you needed is a copy of Crysis because it was that game that pushed your system to its breaking point stressing your CPU to its max and it’s the reason why. Now they have released Crysis Remastered! That’s right! A whole new generation of benchmarking is brought to you by Crytek! Now the big money question is can a PC like mine be […] - [Metamorphosis | IT'S A PRETTY BUGGY WORLD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/metamorphosis/): Metamorphosis is one of those weird under-seen games that I’ve had the opportunity to take a crack at and in a lot of ways visually it feels unpolished. But, and I do mean here, that does not mean in any way that it is not a great game. First, the rough spot out of the way is that the animation just doesn’t feel like it matches the character’s movements, at times it feels forced and isn’t as fluid as it could be. I can understand why it isn’t as some stages during gameplay repeat until you have progressed to trigger the […] - [Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest | THAT KIDS FACE SCARES ME!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/darkarta-a-broken-hearts-quest/): Sometimes, we need a break from the usual games we play and we need to try something new something simpler and enjoyable. Darkarta: A Broken Heart’s Quest is that game for me, I wouldn’t have even known about this game if not for the developers reaching out to me on Twitter and asking me to review it. So that being said let’s get the worst point out of the way first, and substantially the only thing I didn’t like about the game. The facial animations in Darkarta: A Broken Heart’s Quest will continue to give me nightmares well into the future, that’s it […] - [Someday You'll Return | I PROMISE YOU I WON'T](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/someday-youll-return/): In games that have left me wondering, or pondering what the hell I just played. Someday You’ll Return is among them. Not because of the gameplay, but because of the game’s overall story and its various endings that have left me trying to rationalize what I just watched. In Someday You’ll Return you’ve left to go find your daughter who’s gone missing in some woods, you keep getting panicked phone calls from your ex-wife who threatens to call the police on you because she’s gone missing. As you begin to search the woods for her using the GPS on your phone, […] - [Superliminal | LIFE IS ALL ABOUT PERSPECTIVE!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/superliminal/): Superliminal, is a strange and unusual game but one of the best games I’ve ever played it’s a bit like Portal, or Portal 2 minus the lies about cake and all the murder. The whole premise of Superliminal is to teach people that how they perceive a situation is their reality of the situation in the hopes to teach people a new way to cope and comprehend other answers to the problems they face in real life. This is why you play a character who signed up for a sleep study so they can subconsciously work through issues like these in […] - [Change: A Homeless Survival Experience | YOU'RE BROKE](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/change-a-homeless-survival-experience/): Change: A Homeless Survival Experience is another one of those unique Indie games that give players a look into an area that isn’t well known to people in modern society, the core focus of the game is to introduce people to the experience of being homeless. Now I’ve experienced this firsthand due to poor mental health and state laws for several weeks and despite having a bit of support from my family during that time. It was not a fun experience; it presented a lot of challenges. Some of these were touched on in this game and I have to say […] - [P.A.M.E.L.A | A FUTURE FILLED WITH MUTANTS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/p-a-m-e-l-a/): P.A.M.E.L.A is not the game I thought it was heading into doing this review, right from the start my mind was thinking it would be an adventure game with fun and adventure much like Deus Ex. What I ended up with was Bioshock meets, Dead Island meets survival and it messed me up something fierce. The story starts off with your character waking up from a long slumber with little to no back story on how you got there. Congratulations though you’re an untainted human being! Because of this, you’ve now been called to save the entire facility that you’re in! […] - [Volcanoids | BUILD YOUR OWN STEAMPUNK DRILL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/volcanoids/): Volcanoids is an interesting game where you take the role of an individual going back to your hometown which has been overrun with strange mechanical creatures and Drill Tanks, not to mention a Volcano that has been actively erupting non-stop for the past several years every thirty minutes or so. The Story of Volcanoids comes in the form of quests that you receive after you land on the island starting simply by giving you basic tutorials; how to craft things, how to make guns, etc. After which you’re forced to find and commandeer a Drill Tank and thus begins the story […] - [Not for Broadcast | IF YOU MESS UP IT GETS FUNNIER!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/not-for-broadcast/): Not for Broadcast is all about timing and controlling the situation and that is what makes this game one of the most challenging games I’ve ever played the game is about knowing what to do and when to do it as the core focus. Where some games give you a complex narrative and a series of puzzles to solve; Not for Broadcast takes the approach of putting you in charge and watching everyone else screw up in a hilarious and very cynical sense of being able to ruin people’s careers just by switching a camera too early or not at all. […] - [Summer in Mara | KINDNESS CAN SAVE THE WORLD](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/summer-in-mara/): Summer in Mara just leaves me breathless I absolutely love this game. It’s a game with a simplistic design like many modern games are. But the art style and the direction they took the game is breathtaking. You play a young girl named Koa who as a child the ship you were riding in explodes. A nearby woman by the name of Yuya hears the cries of a young infant and she brings her boat over and discovers you and with no survivors in sight, so she raises you as her own. This woman happens to be a guardian of an […] - [Poly Bridge 2 | LOOK MA I CAN BUILD BRIDGES!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/poly-bridge-2/): The most unexpected of sequels we have Poly Bridge 2, is exactly like the first iteration and equally as fun. Poly Bridge 2 is a great physics-inspired game that players create bridges in while trying to stay within their allotted budget. Players have to tackle the situation much like real-world bridge builders would, having to accommodate for stress tests, structural integrity, stability, and overall usage for what type of vehicles will be crossing under and over it. The best way to tackle these issues is to straight-up send people to their death, in an endlessly repeating cycle to ensure that the […] - [Try to Fall Asleep | ENJOY YOUR NIGHTMARE FUEL!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/try-to-fall-asleep/): Try to Fall Asleep, it sounds easy, right? It should be perfectly fine in theory but sometimes it’s not as easy as it could be. Now the game Try to Fall Asleep paint’s a pretty simple picture you’ve suffered some sort of trauma both physical and mental and because of the mental trauma you hallucinate and have visions and if you get too stress you’ll end up in cardiac arrest and die. So the point of Try to Fall Asleep is just that, fall asleep! But that itself, is quite difficult as you’ll hear voices, see creatures and even other auditory […] - [Call of Duty: Modern Warfare | ONE GUY IS MISSING A LEG!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/call-of-duty-modern-warfare/): Call of Duty, now I’ve never been fond of Call of Duty but with Warzone going FTP and by extension me really enjoying my experiences in it. I figured I’d give the main game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare a try and to say the least, it really messed me up. I can’t tell what part messed me up the most, was it the kids watching their mother and father die right in front of them? The civilian being blown to kingdom come with C4s strapped to his chest in the middle of London? Call of Duty: Modern Warfare takes some of […] - [Green Hell | MICRO-MANAGE YOUR SURVIVAL](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/green-hell/): Green Hell is one of the most unique survival games I’ve played out of titles like Minecraft and The Forest. I have to say I’ve enjoyed Green Hell the most simply because of its difficulty in surviving even in the easiest of settings. The only gripe I have about Green Hell is the controls, and crafting system. I know it’s a survival game and crafting is an essential part of survival. You have to make your own tools, and equipment and you have to know how to take care of yourself. Green Hell has one of the most confusing and convoluted […] - [Ori and The Will of The Wisps | IT MADE ME CRY MAN TEARS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ori-and-the-will-of-the-wisps/): Ori and the Will of the Wisps, much like its predecessor it’s a wonderful game and visually one of the most breathtaking titles we’ve played during this year Ori and the Will of the Wisps it continues the narrative from the previous game if you haven’t played Ori and the Blind Forest I recommend you pick that up before playing this if you want to know the full narrative or watch a Let’s Play on YouTube. Starting out I do want to say that the best part about Ori and the Will of the Wisps is that you don’t actually have […] - [theHunter Call of the Wild | EMBRACING MY INNER REDNECK](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/hunter-call-of-the-wild/): Hunting, some people are good at it others are not, I fall into the “are not” category but that’s why we can play theHunter Call of the Wild. Now since it was free on Steam for several days I figured I would try it out and maybe make a funny video about its content, but what I played surprised me. The last time I played a Hunting game it was at my local Wal*Mart in the cheap arcade machines with the plastic rifle that I had no hope of winning because I wasn’t as redneck as the rest of the people […] - [Moons of Madness | THEY WON'T HEAR YOUR SCREAMING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/moons-of-madness/): Everyone love’s a good horror game and for me, Moons of Madness is a game that does it once minus one single grievance I have towards it but more on that later. In terms of horror Moons of Madness isn’t really on the same grounds as Alien Isolation or even Resident Evil in terms of how horrifying it is. But where Moons of Madness succeeds in scaring every piece of feces out of my specter is the tension it builds during the game at times you’ll be chased, and attacked wildly and try to avoid getting eaten by Graboids if you’re […] - [Zombie Army: Dead War 4 | THE RETURN OF ZOMBIE HITLER](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/zombie-army-dead-war-4/): Full disclosure, I’ve never played any of the Zombie Army Dead War games until now. But I have played the Sniper Elite series from Rebellion and I absolutely love them! So going into Zombie Army: Dead War 4 I wasn’t sure what to expect and even then I still wasn’t disappointed, because just like the Sniper Elite franchise I can’t wait to play these titles with my team. Zombie Army: Dead War 4 starts off at the end of the 3 installments of the series from what I can gather. You get to choose which character you’re going to play as […] - [Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot | THE LEGEND OF SON GOKU](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/dragon-ball-z-kakarot/): Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is without a doubt a game I’ve wanted to play for a long time because it tackles the Legend of Goku in a way I love with an interactive role-playing game (RPG). I always looked at Dragon Ball Z and the stories from Manga and Anime and kept telling myself how this would be a game I wanted to play. When they finally announced it, however, that is when we wonder if it was the right idea. Just like anime can be seen as a blessing and a curse and in this regard, it hits a bit […] - [Ion Fury | LAWSUITS CAN'T STOP IT!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ion-fury/): Ion Fury brings the build engine back and everything is bigger and better than ever before. Old-school style first-person shooters are on the rise again. The goal of the game is to control a one-line spouting bad-ass chick through a series of intricate levels filled to the brim with secrets, enemies, and things going boom. Ion Fury expects me to figure out pretty much everything on my own and there is no automatic health recovery and practically no hand-holding. Then again the game setup is simple. I move, I aim and I squeeze the trigger and sometimes I have to jump […] - [Brukel | A GRANDMOTHERS STORY FROM WORLD WAR II](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/brukel/): Brukel is an interesting Indie game as it’s based on a true story from the perspective of the developer’s 92-year-old grandmother. It’s an indie game developed in the Unreal engine and I will say that it has a lot of rough points to it. It’s not a visually intensive game or even a visually appealing game. But it has a heart and that’s what attracted me to it. So if you’re coming here looking for “DOOM” level quality in the development of this title it’s not going to be there. But I would like to say it’s still worth playing. Brukel […] - [Doctor Who: Edge of Time | THAT IS NOT A TIMELOOP](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/doctor-who-edge-of-time/): Now first and foremost I played all of Doctor Who: Edge of Time and I love what they can accomplish in VR. Having the Doctor guide me through the world and being essentially a narrative figurehead was actually quite fun. The largest issues, however, were the story and the lack of gameplay it ends up being more of a glorified episode of Doctor Who where you’re essentially playing the Doctor for a brief moment in time. There are several issues that were plaguing me from the start such as the difficulty of the puzzles in the game to the issues in the […] - [Bigfoot | MAN VS CARNIVOROUS BEAST WITH SIZE 16'S](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/bigfoot/): There are many creatures out there that we don’t talk about in casual conversation. Mainly because we don’t think they truly exist without any sort of documentation. The Lock Ness Monster, Bigfoot, that thing that lives in my septic tank named Steve. But when a game is made around one of them it’s our duty to try and catch it or kill it and carve it up for science and that is what Big Foot is about. Bigfoot as the name explains is primarily focused on the legend around the mythical creature. Bigfoot the game is about hunting the mythical beast after […] - [Final Fantasy VIII: Remastered | THE BLACK SHEEP RETURNS!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/final-fantasy-viii-remastered/): The black sheep of the Final Fantasy titles got remastered! Final Fantasy VIII: Remastered is the same Final Fantasy VIII and is one of the few games that garnered the name black sheep. Being a big title in a franchise about JRPGs (Japanese role-playing games) it came up short in a few areas. But despite these issues, it helped pave the way for features found in the inclusion of newer Final Fantasy titles. First and foremost my friends and I hated we hated the Final Fantasy VIII: Remastered “Draw” system which involves taking magic from Monsters in combat or finding them placed around cities […] - [Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch | UNLEASH THE GHIBLI](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch/): So Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch was remastered and the best news to date for me at least is I finally get a chance to play and review it. As both a Studio Ghibli fan and a fan of JRPGs (Japanese Role-Playing Games) I’ve been eagerly awaiting a chance to give this game a try. Keeping it really short, I absolutely love it. In the Studio Ghibli film Spirited Away, the story focused on a ten-year-old girl by the name of Chihiro Ogino who rescued her family and taught people the values of kindness and love. Ni No Kuni: […] - [Pavlov | IT WILL BE BLAMED FOR THE NEXT MASS SHOOTING](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/pavlov/): We’ve all played Counter-Strike or at least heard about it by this point. Pavlov is in its essence Counter-Strike but all in virtual reality (VR) and it is without a doubt one of the best VR games. That I have ever played and out of the shooter variety of games I’ve played it still remains my top pick. But there is a single solitary problem with Pavlov and despite this being a review. I feel it may also create issues because from my standpoint it’s a fun shooter. But from a military perspective, it gives accuracy into a world most civilians […] - [Jump Force | OVERCOME THE IMPOSSIBLE WITH MANGA!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/jump-force/): Jump Force is one of the most unique games I have played recently. It takes the characters we’ve come to know and love through the years from the Shonen Jump Manga. Then brings them into our reality or in this case the reality of the game because in our reality we have cosplayers who do that. When I started playing it, I was unsure of how the characters would act and how they could get so many unique people with such personalities to work together. I knew the narrative of Jump Force would be the most difficult thing to handle about […] - [The Sinking City | IT DROWNED MY EXPECTATIONS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/the-sinking-city/): There have been several games coming out this year that have had my expectations heightened. The Sinking City is just one of these games, however, I soon found myself disappointed by the lack of quality in the game. During my review, I experienced consistent crashes on the Epic Game store. So we switched to a console review on the Xbox One which was stuttering but far more stable. Seeing it stutter as frequently as it did however on the Xbox One made me feel uneasy about how optimized the game was going for full release. Now when it comes down to […] - [Tricky Towers | TELL TETRIS TO STOP TAKING DRUGS](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/tricky-towers/): Tricky Towers is one of that fun and entertaining no no-sense games. It’s a simple and fun game using the mechanics most commonly found in Tetris. Gameplay is pretty straightforward like in Tetris the blocks will come down and you rotate them. Your goal is simple, set build the tower up and set it up so you can achieve your goal that is random for each stage. Unlike in Tetris where the primary goal is to keep removing your blocks in Tricky Towers the goal is to build a tower. Sometimes the goal may not be to build a tower, but […] - [Superhot VR | YOU THOUGHT BEATSABER WAS HARD?!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/superhot-vr/): Out of all the games I’ve played Superhot was something that always had my interest, but I never did get a copy of it. But when Superhot VR came out, it instantly had my attention and after playing it, the media is very right in all the hype it generates. I love the gameplay, looking around gauging my enemies and the moves I have to make, thinking out some insane but effective means to not only dodge the bullets that are flying at me, but also the people coming at me with knives, and other weapons as well. So, let’s break […] - [Space Ops VR | BE QUICK, BE CLEVER, OR BE DEAD!](https://gamers-haven.org/game-reviews/space-ops-vr/): We’ve never tackled a VR title, but since we just managed to grab an Oculus Rift Touch off of Craigslist for a decent price, here we are tackling our first VR game review and the title we have chosen is! Space Ops VR! Now with that being said jumping right into the action you are greeted with a tutorial introducing you to the game and I became very confused already, even spent a good ten minutes trying to figure out the audio prompts to the controls. Space Ops VR starts out like most normal games giving you a brief introduction and […] ## Pages - [About Us](https://gamers-haven.org/about-us/): In the beginning, the Gamers-Haven was an idea built on the foundational belief that; it is from what we enjoy that we can make friends and get to know one another transcending; political affiliations, race, gender, sexual orientation, and even beliefs. 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