GameRevolution

• PS4
• 10 / 10
• États-Unis

More than eight years have gone by since I began waiting for a new Persona game. It wasn't easy, but there is no doubt in my mind that the wait helped create the best possible experience that fans could ask for. It’s rare to see a lesser-known JRPG series grab the wheel and bring new life into the genre, but that is exactly what Persona 5 has accomplished. Persona 5 is the pinnacle of the JRPG genre, showcasing for one of the few times in history what it's like when a beautiful story is assisted by great gameplay. This is a game with a wonderful personality, and one with more content than just about any other single-player game you can name. Persona 5 might have arrived with subtlety like a cool breeze, but its tailwinds will leave behind a confident and meaningful reminder that JRPGs are alive and well.

• PS4
• 6 / 10
• États-Unis

Toukiden 2 is without question a fun game, but so is Dynasty Warriors. My ultimate takeaway is that Omega Force has touched on some pleasant RPG charm and exploration of world and character here, but perhaps hasn’t gone far enough; instead, the game flirts with such elements before falling back on familiarity. Still, if you’re a combat junkie you’ll enjoy the game, and between the many weapon types, new Demon Hand capability, and return of Mitama spells and buffs, you’re unlikely to get bored even if the level of complexity doesn’t exactly match up with what you seek. If you’re in it for what Omega Force does well, then you likely already know you want the game. Otherwise, Toukiden 2 is a fun diversion that is generally outclassed by its open-world RPG stablemates.

• PS4
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

I had a lot of fun with Mass Effect: Andromeda. The galaxy I got to explore was full of life and the combat felt incredibly satisfying. But various issues with important mechanics like the scanner and hefty technical problems prevented my enjoyment from ever lasting too long. Although familiar in some regards, this is a positive in Andromeda’s case. Though, a truly successful revival needs to be innovative, not repetitive, and Andromeda often falls into a trap of tedium. It's a shame because it could have been so much more.

• PC
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

Although Styx is a fairly new contender in the stealth genre, Shards of Darkness is doing a great job at laying down a modern foundation from which renowned IP’s such as Splinter Cell and Dishonored can learn from. Each level lets you diverge from the objective and open up a handful of side-quests to pursue. Stealth games should never force the player to complete missions in a linear fashion and I’m happy Shards of Darkness takes that notion seriously. There is a certain familiarity to the formula Styx uses, but at the same time it improves oldschool stealth concepts and brings new ideas to the table. The series has come a long way from Of Orcs and Men, with its smooth animations, clever gameplay design and an assorted mix of levels. My instincts tell me the series will only improve over time, as Cyanide Studios seems highly passionate about creating a true to form stealth experience that caters to a global audience. It’s safe to say Styx: Shards of Darkness is nothing short of a spectacular stealth game that brings the genre back to its roots and I can’t wait to see where it goes from here.

• SWITCH
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

• PC
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

Ghost Recon Wildlands is a co-op shooter unlike any I've played before. It's a tactical shooter that doesn't throw tactics out the window as soon as you're discovered. Though much better played with friends, Wildlands is still a must-have for anyone who loves the tactical shooting genre. Even at the most basic level, there's simply so much to do in Wildlands because they've so carefully populated their open world with enough to do that you won't feel like you're simply walking over massive areas to get to the sporadic points of action.

• PC
• PS4
• XONE
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

You start Tides of Numenera in a pretty cut and dry hub city, which can make the first act feel like a bit of a drag, even though it still has more to offer than any other futuristic city on the market. Then suddenly you reach a level that’s inside a giant monster called the Bloom, and it only gets more interesting from there. The first act is a good way of setting up the universe, cleverly disguised as a full level, and I don’t mean that in a bad way. Just when I started to get the hang out things, inXile upped the ante, but instead of worrying or reaching for the “exit to desktop” button, I instead felt all the more prepared to greet what was coming. It’s a well-executed set-up with a wondrous payoff. Whereas the fun in a game like For Honor comes from physically learning how to play, the fun in Tides of Numenera comes from achieving encyclopedic knowledge of a whole new universe through truly meaningful choices

• PS4
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

• PC
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS4
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS4
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS4
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

• XONE
• 5 / 10
• États-Unis

• PC
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

Ubisoft deserves a round of applause for addressing the industry’s severe lack of snow sport games with something bold and ambitious. Steep might suffer from play value issues, but there’s nothing comparable. For the more than 10 million skiers and snowboarders around the world, this is a moment of liberation that should go recognized.

• XONE
• PS4
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

What Final Fantasy XV succeeds at more than anything is providing an unpredictable and memorable adventure. Captivating story and characters were sacrificed along the way, but more than anything this game needed to prove that Final Fantasy can still execute greatness while taking risks. Its combat system and world design carry most of the weight, supported by attractive secondary activities and a great progression system. The result is something that doesn't necessarily feel like any Final Fantasy before it, although its high production values certainly make it deserving of the name.

• PS4
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

Killing Floor 2 had a tall order, being asked to recapture the attention of an audience that was either too jaded or too burnt out to give it a fair shake, all the while attempting to improve upon a beloved-yet-flawed low-budget title. Sporting a mostly-overhauled progression system, a built-from-the-ground-up skill system and improving on the grisly gore we've grown to adore, Killing Floor 2 has made a triumphant return. It will likely keep you engaged for dozens, if not hundreds, of hours of Zed-killing.

• PC
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

Planet Coaster isn’t just a wonderful game, it’s an important one. It’s effectively resurrected a dead genre, providing an act to follow that is as inspiring as it is fun to play. At a reasonable price point, it’s a great pick-up for anyone who enjoys the process of creation and management.

• XONE
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis