Tech-Gaming

• SWITCH
• 74%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 83%
• États-Unis

• SWITCH
• 85%
• États-Unis

While most music games have the occasional bit of filler, Bergling’s body of work is unrelentingly remarkable, whether through the synergy of a guest vocalist or the unexpected break. As such, Invector acts as a heartfelt tribute to the late musician, adding another way to appreciate Avicii’s legacy. Between working your way through multiple difficulties and a multiplayer component, there’s incentive to revisit the game regularly.

• SWITCH
• 74%
• États-Unis

While some of the aforementioned snags are troubling, the Switch version of RPG Maker MV does have its virtues. It has a larger asset pool when compared to the PC version which offered two assets banks. Now, designers can select from Fantasy, Science Fiction, Japanese, Chinese, Arabian, Modern, Steampunk, and Dark Fantasy themes, as well as pull from an inventory of over 170 sample maps. Character portraits, an essential component of any RPG, are robust, with the package offering over 250 bust-ups for use. Layering also comes into play with the character generator, where you can select from sixteen different variables. Arguably, the best part of the package is an option for vocalized music to play during battles. There’s no excuse for anemic boss battles with MV. Despite some concerns about the responsiveness and accessibility of the user interface, RPG Maker MV lives up to its premise. Following a few days of learning, you can design your very own role-playing game, without learning how to code. The package could use a bit more polish, but the potential can’t really be knocked.

• PC
• 84%
• États-Unis

• PS4
• 83%
• États-Unis

• SWITCH
• 82%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 78%
• États-Unis

Sporadically, games running on the Unity Engine exhibit visual sacrifices or long loading times. Fortunately, that’s not the case with Kandagawa Jet Girls, which demonstrates a comprehensive commitment to polish. On PC, the game arrives with a launcher that permits players to adjust elements like resolutions (720p-1080p), framerates (30,60,120,144, and unlimited), anti-aliasing, as well as attributes like shadow quality, bloom, and depth of field effects. While Jet Girls might not exhibit speed, it’s brightly-hued milieu and enchanting character art and modeling are every bit as proficient as the work in the Senran Kagura franchise. Some might argue that Kandagawa bests the ninja-girls, by flaunting a multitude of different body types. Although the music offers the typical upbeat melodies to help drive the action, it’s the game’s voice acting that’s the real aural star. From playful writing to eye grabbing visuals, Kandagawa Jet Girls nails the secondary qualities. But when it comes to delivering intense, jet-skiing action, the game isn’t as proficient. Sure, you’ll have a bit of fun with Rin, Misa, and the rest of the girls. But with a notable lack of challenge, don’t expect the enjoyment to last past the season. This is a cheery summer fling, that you’ll probably forget about in the fall.

• SWITCH
• 79%
• États-Unis

Narratively, the title never overburdens players with garrulous conversations or long bit of exposition. Instead plotting is done through succinct conversations or even better, through adorably drawn manga-style panels. At the beginning of the game, Annika is stricken with the age-old scourge of amnesia, placing an aura of mystery around her interactions. While that might be a bit cliched, injecting a bit of the melancholic into an otherwise sunny setting, does endow the storytelling with a bit of distinction. Certainly, the game’s gentle soundtrack, which picks up during boss fights, helps the title carve out its own charming identity. At its best, Giraffe and Annika captures the thrill of reconnoitering an island filled with natural wonder. Often, there’s a sense of childlike wonder while trekking across Spica, and it’s a sensation that few portable games cultivate. Sure, it’s slightly undermined when heading into the game’s dungeons, but before long, you’re back outside, basking in what Giraffe and Annika does best.

• SWITCH
• 72%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 81%
• États-Unis

Elevated by interesting characters, and an appealing combat system, Death end re;Quest 2 measures up to the standard set by it’s predecessor. While there are a few gripes, from corners cut for budgetary reasons and difficulty spikes, these issues are largely pardonable given a plotline that’s thoroughly captivating and delightfully unnerving.

• SWITCH
• 79%
• États-Unis

Certainly, Faeria is one of the better collectable card games on the Switch. But it’s also one with a few caveats. Those less reluctant to sift through every mode might want to save a bit of cash with a free-to-play offering. Appearing on a portable system, the always online requirement means you won’t be able to enjoy Faeria everywhere. Although the presence of cross platform play with other versions is impressive, the title’s player pool is tragically shallow. But if none of these conditions affect you, Faeria is one of the best CCGs to be found on Switch.

• PC
• 78%
• États-Unis

Forget that old, odd mobile-based title, this is the game that should have been Fairy Tail’s gaming debut in the West. While it’s not perfect, it’s persistently fun and should keep fans enthralled.

• PC
• 73%
• États-Unis

Fight Crab was like my last trip to the seafood buffet, where an overabundance of shell was battered open. Much like that kind of outing, the title is memorable but not without a tinge of regret.

• SWITCH
• 78%
• États-Unis

• SWITCH
• 64%
• États-Unis

Bombing runs range from boisterous to downright boring across Aircraft Evolution’s forty stages and four eras. There are some good ideas here, but tragically several are grounded by a sloppy conversation to the Switch.

• SWITCH
• 68%
• États-Unis

Take away the nudity, and Waifu Uncovered is a rather lackluster shoot ‘em up. So, if you have little interest in anime tiddies, you’ll want to exercise your trigger finger elsewhere. Instead, Uncovered’s low price and undistinguished design lend itself to players who seeking a good lascivious laugh, as clothes disappear from the model. But at least this paves the way for the possibility of a Crawlco Block Knockers Switch port.

• PC
• 79%
• États-Unis

With a plethora of pop culture references, and a multitude of different munition types, Neon Abyss will keep you running, gunning, jumping, and hatching eggs for hours. You’ll encounter the sporadic scorn of a random number generator, but there’s just enough appeal to help overcome the hindrance.