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• XONE
• 7.4 / 10
• États-Unis

Gamers looking for a puzzle-heavy platformer like Braid won’t find what they’re looking for here; alternatively, players searching for a platforming adventure like Limbo will also be let down. However, if you’re looking for a relaxing, story-driven adventure with light platforming and a few simple puzzles all wrapped in a sublimely vivid art style then this just might be for you. The story touches on topics that many games avoid, and most players will find some way to relate to the protagonist Mo, but the islands and their depictions are the real stars of Minute of Islands – it’s what kept me hooked. I remained intrigued throughout the experience, always wondering how the next area would be presented. The gameplay feels a bit monotonous, but that gives you more time to marvel at the artistic detail of the world.

• XONE
• 10 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 7.9 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 7.4 / 10
• États-Unis

Hired Gun is a game that punches above its weight in that it tries to take on too many things at once and struggles under the sheer weight of the number of ideas it introduces. In many ways it is better than its AAA peers because of its audacity, in other ways it is an example of a game that needed a few features cut.

• XONE
• 6.8 / 10
• États-Unis

If you’re after a blast of tough nostalgia, then Alex Kidd in Miracle World has got you covered. If anything, it’s a bit too faithful in terms of the mechanics despite offering up some modern concessions such as checkpoints and save states. But then that’s the point, isn’t it. Older players will still get some enjoyment out of revisiting this, while younger players can see what we used to deem cutting edge back in our day. It’s not going to challenge the best platformers out there, but it’s still decent enough – and really bloody hard.

• XONE
• 3 / 10
• États-Unis

I came into Heliborne full of hope, but left completely disappointed. Unless you’re a die-hard helicopter fan there’s not much at all here to make it worth your while checking out, and even if you are a fan…well… caution is still advised.

• XONE
• 8.5 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 8.3 / 10
• États-Unis

Song of Horror is one of the best indie Survival Horror games I’ve played in years and it doesn’t even include weaponry to use. There’s even a character who has a holster with a loaded gun, but claims he wishes to never use it. When the Kickstarter failed, the developers doubled down and still made a wonderful game. When they released it for PC, they listened to feedback and tweaked the game improving on it. Their love is visible with the details in the mansion, with their story, and care for updating and fixing the bugs. I look forward to what Protocol Games works on next considering the quality of this game alone, whether it’ll be a new project or perhaps a sequel of this game. If you’re the type of gamer that enjoys a horror game with a creepy home and lots of puzzles, then this game is perfect for you. Lacking the shooting combat that is involved in most of the games in this genre makes it unique and memorable. However, it won’t be a breeze on harder difficulties and will demand a high level of concentration and patience. Players will need to listen at every door and read the subtitles for what characters say. Walking into certain rooms is a perma-death if not solving certain puzzles first, this will keep players attentive. The story will be a mind warp with constant questioning of, “is my character in a dream state,” and you will want to play the game again after seeing the ending scenes. Song of Horror is a wonderful psychological horror title with an even better story, the fixed camera and unique gameplay will keep players on the edge of their seats to avoid the perma-death feature.

• XONE
• 7.6 / 10
• États-Unis

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection brings age but also wisdom to the table. Most gamers have heard of Ninja Gaiden either by reference or by playing one of the original games. This collection brings the games to players who have not experienced it before and with the addition of the Hero easy mode there is no reason to fear the gruesome challenge these games used to be if you just wanted to experience it. For fans of the series, while it has not been remastered it has been spruced up with the new framerate and plays very smoothly on a Series S and X. If you need to get your ninja on and enjoy a fast combat action game, then this collection could be for you.

• XONE
• 7.1 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 7.6 / 10
• États-Unis

Mighty Goose is solid run-and-gun fun, borrowing from the classics of the past and adding a modern spin. The campaign is on the short side, but there’s a new game plus option offering some extra challenge. The over-the-top, hectic action gives the game a carefree feeling, but I never felt like I was mastering the gameplay since a lot of the enemy attacks are hard to see and avoid. It’s by no means a golden egg; however, if you’re a fan of the genre or looking for some careless action then it might be worth giving Mighty Goose a try.

• XONE
• 8.5 / 10
• États-Unis

Sniper Ghost Warrior: Contracts 2 is a very attractive game with exciting gameplay and a lot of interesting mechanisms. Each area is large and fun to explore, and if you enjoy stealthy commando action combined with realistic sniping then this game is a must. Even for FPS fans, there is a lot to enjoy here with plenty of gadgets and challenges to add some replay value.

• XONE
• 7.3 / 10
• États-Unis

In conclusion, Stonefly is an above average indie title that might be best played on a more portable device encouraging smaller play sessions for grinding minerals. I played on Xbox Series S and had no issues with glitches apart from finding my way out of the intended map a few times. The game would have greatly benefited from an additional polish phase since it feels vastly empty at times and can be annoying to navigate. The lack of a usable map and the finicky fast travel mechanics discourage players from investing the time required to obtain all upgrades in a playthrough. However, not all is loss with this title. It is fairly priced for what it offers with a brief story and the time it takes to finish the game. The standout features that I enjoyed the most were the controls for the combat, the original soundtrack, and the unique art style that I haven’t seen elsewhere. I know my flight isn’t over for this enjoyable little game considering I still need to upgrade everything and I’m missing some fun achievements. The combat after several hours will become repetitive even with newer enemies being introduced. The assist mode is also a fantastic bonus for the game if trying to clean something up. If you’re a fan of air mech games or just like bugs, I’m sure you will find some enjoyment out of this little indie title.

• XONE
• 7.9 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 6.5 / 10
• États-Unis

Sun Wukong VS Robot gives us a bite-size game at a bite-size price. Nothing here will blow you away but if you are looking for a quick game and like classic platforming game mechanics, you can do much worse. If you are on the hunt for a quick 1,000 gamerscore, then look no further than Sun Wukong VS Robot.

• XONE
• 4.3 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 5.8 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 6.8 / 10
• États-Unis