Tech-Gaming

• PC
• 80%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 78%
• États-Unis

• SWITCH
• 77%
• États-Unis

A bit too often, Mystery Dungeon-style games lack a compelling impetus. void tRrLM(); //Void Terrarium 2 provides one but requires a bit of persistence from players.

• PC
• 84%
• États-Unis

The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak sustains one of Nihon Falcom’s more underappreciated strengths: the scalability of its storytelling. Yes, the banter between members of a varied cast is expectedly lively and the inclusion of a morally ambiguous protagonist provides customary charms. But the game sinuously shifts to the scheming of the political elite and reveals a sordid underbelly that sharply contrasts with the technological distractions. Whether it’s the romantic ambitions of an NPC or biting societal critique, The Legend of Heroes franchise still has plenty to say, 35 years on.

• PC
• 75%
• États-Unis

Fans of Jeff Minter’s digital psychedelia will undoubtedly appreciate Akka Arrh once they learn to make sense of the on-screen bedlam. Fortunately, the steep learning curve is balanced by long-term appeal, positioning the game just south of classics such as Revenge of the Mutant Camels, Polybius, and Tempest 4000.

• XSX/S
• 3.2 / 5
• États-Unis

Catan- Console Edition does a decent job at adapting the game into a digital format, offering a high-definition sheen to the tabletop classic. Expect a serviceable base game that’s elevated when facing off again humans. Given the lack of any campaign or unlockables, playing against CPU-controlled opponents might give you a case of island fever.

• SWITCH
• 79%
• États-Unis

Jaleco’s diminutive ninja become a star across Japan in the 1980s. Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle +Hell helps to explain this accomplishment, offering a commendable update of the Famicom classic, with the deluxe version of the game bundling an 8- and 16-bit era anthology.

• PC
• 79%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 39%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 80%
• États-Unis

• SWITCH
• 68%
• États-Unis

If you’re craving some flashy, simple button-mashing action, Helvetii just might be worth a look. But a noticeable lack of balance and depth mar the attractive combat. You’re better off seeking out one of the dozens of better roguelikes out there.

• PC
• 4 / 5
• États-Unis

Sure, there’s a strong chance that you already own several respectable Metroidvania games. But with its swappable pair of characters, flexible ability system, and some of the most kawaii visuals found in the genre, Alice Escaped presents some solid arguments for being in your game library.

• PC
• 75%
• États-Unis

There’s a plethora of proficient first-person shooters on Steam. Dread Templar offers an engrossing ten to fifteen-hour campaign with few blemishes. Sure, the experience might lack distinction, but it’s an efficient performer on most mid-to-low-end systems, making it ideal for Steam Deck owners seeking a fast and fluid firefight on the go.

• PC
• 70%
• États-Unis

• PS4
• 3.6 / 5
• États-Unis

• PC
• 76%
• États-Unis

• PC
• 74%
• États-Unis

• SWITCH
• 68%
• États-Unis

Sail Forth’s simulation of ocean waves and its accessible approach to sailing are top-notch. But the rest of the world isn’t as meticulously realized, resulting in low-stakes tedium across your exploration of the high seas.