After multiple delays, the world of Dreams Uncorporated, SYCK, and Modus Games' Cris Tales is finally here. Did these delays help improve the game, our should it have stayed in the oven a bit longer? Check out our review and find out.
Cris Tales Review
Cris Tales kicks things off by introducing you to the main character Crisbell. She is an orphan who has been tasked with finding a rose for her superior. However, as it turns out, a bizarre little frog has taken it and you have to track him down. Fast forward a bit, and you find out that you are the chosen one, as is typical in a turn-based RPG. The unique twist is that you can see the past, present, and future at the same time.
With no idea how to control your powers, you meet with a Time Mage who helps you learn the basics. Upon returning home, your village is under attack by goblins, and you help to defend it. During this process, you learn how to manipulate time during battle and out of combat. However, after the fight, you have a hard choice to make. Do you save the orphanage, your home, or the apothecary that provides medicine to the whole town? I can't tell you how long it took me to beat because the clock kept going while in rest mode, but it is a very long game.
Let me explain the whole past, present, and future thing real quick since it might sound confusing. While moving around in certain areas such as a town, your screen is split into three triangles. The left is always the past, the center is always the present, and the right is always the future. Through this, you get to see buildings, people, and events take place from various perspectives. It might sound annoying, but you get used to it quickly. You can also see any effects you have on the future right away, which is fantastic.
Crisbell cannot do anything about the past or future on her own. Instead, the frog Matias can jump between the future and past to get new info or even retrieve items for you. He has to be very close to Crisbell to do this, which can be irritating since he is so slow. Sometimes you are far ahead and try to go into the past, but Matias hasn't caught up yet so you need to wait for him. I would have preferred to keep him in my pocket or something, so I could use him when I wanted. You generally only wait a few seconds, but the seconds begin to add up when you do it 50 times.
Another irritating thing about the past and future is how you need to sometimes collect items. Early on, there is a side quest that requires you to find some blueprints in the past. You are told this by the quest giver and the guy with the blueprints. Naturally, I went to the spot, used Matias to go into the past, and interacted with the blueprint box. No dice. So I had to interact with the ruined blueprints in the present, which I knew were destroyed, and then go into the past and get them. Little time wasters like this are common in the game, and I really started noticing them late game.
Let's get into the combat and how the time-shifting works. During a fight, you can use your time powers to reverse time or speed it up. The left still has to be the past, and the right the future, but both sides have benefits. Turning the battle to the past could make an enemy weaker due to their younger form. You can also plant magic sprouts that will grow when you break the time shift and harm the enemies. The future has the opposite effect, obviously. You might accidentally make your enemies stronger by aging them. However, if you poison them first, or set them on fire, and speed them up, all of that damage is combined for a massive hit.
All of that works well on regular enemies, but the bosses are a bit more tricky. Most of them are immune to many debuffs, such as poison, slow, or paralysis. I cannot explain in words how much I despise games that make bosses immune to half of your effects. It screams lazy to me, like they couldn't figure out how to make it so you wouldn't smash the boss to pieces without handicapping you first. There is some solace in the fact that each boss is weak to one effect; you just have to find that effect. Also, you can scan enemies to find their weaknesses, which helps. However, sometimes bosses are immune to the scan, which even as I write this makes me shake my head. Don't take away my abilities because you can't figure out how to counter them correctly.
One other very annoying point to this game is the padding. There is so much back and forth it is sickening. Nearly every time you get a side quest, you need to go somewhere you just left. That or you drop an item off, and the NPC is like, thanks, but what about this item now? Do you mean the item in the place I just passed by? That would have been good to know on the way home. Side quests are meant to increase the length of games – don't get me wrong – but this is such a prominent time padding mechanic it hurts. I started skipping side quests because of it.
I was playing the title on the Nintendo Switch, and it looks gorgeous and sounds great. I did run into a crash, though, which is rare on the Switch. The game also drops in its framerate in spots, like certain cutscenes or open areas. Thankfully, it didn't get too bad in combat, but I noticed it a lot in other spots. Switch Pro, where art thou?
Cris Tales isn't going to set your world on fire, but it proves to be good turn-based RPG comfort food. If you don't mind titles that drag a bit, this one is for you.
After multiple delays, the world of Dreams Uncorporated, SYCK, and Modus Games' Cris Tales is finally here. Did these delays help improve the game, our should it have stayed in the oven a bit longer?
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Peekaboo Lite: Hide and Seek Review
Everybody's played Hide and Seek at one point in their lives – it's a schoolyard tradition at this point. However, Redaster Studio kicks things up a notch with their new title Peekaboo Lite: Hide and Seek. Does this digital version do enough to shake up the formula, or has this game stayed the same for a reason?
Peekaboo Lite: Hide and Seek Review
This PvP game features two main roles for players to dive into: props and hunters. These two are wildly different between the two, each with their own playstyles and objectives.
Those who have played any FPS in their life will know all too well what to expect with the hunters. Featuring your typical WASD setup, players will wield AK-47s, M16s, and even Mossberg's as they traverse their world for its prey. Controls are somewhat sluggish and the hopping is pretty limited, but what is here gets the job done.
However, the real hook of the title lies in its hunters role. These players serve as prey for the hunters, but secrecy is key. As a prop, players can take control of toilet paper rolls, barrels, and any sort of objects in an attempt to blend into its world. It is imperative that players be sneaky, as a few shots from the hunters can lead to an early demise.
This struggle might seem like an interesting premise, but the execution manages to make far too many missteps. For one, the hunters' hunt proves to be just a bit too awkward for its own good. Though people are on a team, it can often feel like finding a needle in a haystack. There are a few tools like radars and traps that can be used to smoke enemies out, but it just isn't enough. When paired with its "hot" and "cold" meter, you've got a recipe for frustration.
The props don't have it much better. These items also have their own arsenal of tools, but simply hiding from enemies just isn't fun. There is the ability to stand rightside up, but it often feels like one is tidying up.
Unfortunately, these faults get that much worse when it comes to Peekaboo Lite's paywall. Gems and coins rule its world, with practically everything costing money. The game constantly likes to remind you what is for sale, and props can even gain an advantage if they put down some coinage to get ahead. It feels cheap, and it doesn't make players want to continue when it's constantly shoved down your throat.
Those hoping to not pay a cent will be severely limited as to what they can do. Only one weapon and one character is available, and even the lone map will be drawn out before too long. There's no achievements to speak of either, limiting its replayability.
Peekaboo Lite's hide and seek premise looks good on paper, but the awkward execution and hardcore paywall kill any of its potential.
After multiple delays, the world of Dreams Uncorporated, SYCK, and Modus Games' Cris Tales is finally here. Did these delays help improve the game, our should it have stayed in the oven a bit longer?
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After being announced in March earlier this year, Death's Door is here just four months later. Is this action-adventure worth playing, or should you spend your time elsewhere? Check out our review
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PVP Now Available in Catopia: Rush
The world of Supercolony's Catopia: Rush is getting its first major update through the inclusion of a new PVP Mode.
Now available to all Catopia players, it can be accessed through the button located above the chapter select button found on the home screen. With this mode, players will be able to battle one another after completing stages 1-4. Using custom teams, players will be able to climb the leaderboards in a hunt for special icons – and the ever-so-important bragging rights.
Although this mode can be played one-handed, it also requires a fair amount of strategy. One must strike a balance between taking out supporting characters and charging the enemy hero character head on, as defeating a hero cat ensures victory! Five player-controlled Hero cats and over 30 follower cats are available in this mode.
Learn more with the video Tweet below:
Now live in #CatopiaRush, a new asynchronous #PVP mode is available for all players upon completion of stage 1-4. Test your team's might! Climb the ranks! pic.twitter.com/rch9b9tbxs
— Catopia: Rush (@CatopiaRush) July 23, 2021
For those getting up to speed, learn more about Catopia: Rush with the launch trailer for the game below:
Catopia: Rush Global Launch Trailer – Cat Action RPG Out Now on Android and iOS
Future updates for the game include new cats, expansions to its world, and a number of diverse game modes.
Catopia: Rush is now available for Android and iOS devices.
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Jurassic World Evolution 2 Dev Diary #1 Released
Discover how the world of Frontier Development's Jurassic World Evolution 2 has evolved with the inaugural developer diary for the game.
Game Director Rich Newbold is joined by Executive Producer Adam Woods and Lead Designer Jim Stimpson as they all take a deep dive into the different parts of the game. Throughout this title, players will explore new locales, take advantage of its enhanced management features, and get acquainted with its many dinosaurs.
Learn more with the trailer below:
Jurassic World Evolution 2 | Developer Diary #1 – A World Evolved
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is set after the events of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. New to the game is its Chaos Theory mode, which lets players experience "what-if" scenarios from iconic Jurassic Park and Jurassic World films. A number of never-before-seen locations have also been included.
The game will come out for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in late 2021.
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GTA Online's Kenny's Backyard Boogie Now on Apple Music
The Los Santos Tuners update for Rockstar Games' GTA Online features a number of new tunes, including "Kenny's Backyard Boogie." Discover how you can listen in on Apple Music with the following post.
A summertime mix of classic cuts and exclusives, this collection was compiled by Moodymann himself.
You can listen in on Apple Music here:
In addition, all those interested can find direct links to all four Monday Dreamin' EPs at the CircoLoco Records site here. In addition, those that collect all four Monday Dreamin' media sticks in GTA Online will be able to unlock a special, in-game only DJ mix that has been created by Seth Troxler for Los Santos Tuners.
If you're just diving into this update, be sure to check out our guides for GTA Online here.
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Observer: System Redux Now Available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One
The definitive vision of the award-winning cyberpunk thriller, the world of Bloober Team's Observer: System Redux is now available for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Set in 2084, this title has players hacking into the darkest corners of their suspects' minds as an Observer.
New to this release are the missions "Errant Signal", "Her Fearful Symmetry" and "It Runs in the Family," revamped character models, improved mechanics, and other quality of life features made with the help of the Observer community.
Learn more with the launch trailer for the game below:
Observer System Redux – PS4 & Xbox One Launch Trailer
Note that owners of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of the game will be able to upgrade to the next-gen version at no additional time any time after purchase. Note that the Koch Media physical edition includes the game, a softcover art book, and the soundtrack.
You can read our review of the PlayStation 5 version here, which we gave a score of 90/100. We stated that it is "one of the most impressive remaster packages I've played in ages."
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An all-new, community-driven platform, EA announced during EA Play Live 2021 that Battlefield Portal will make its way to Battlefield 2042.
Battlefield Portal will allow players to create, share and discover battles from the Battlefield series' past, present, and future.
Discover how players will be able to change the rules of war with the trailer below:
Battlefield 2042 | Battlefield Portal Official Trailer
Set in the near future, Battlefield 2042 will pay host to futuristic weapons and gadgets like deployable turrets and drones, along with vehicles players can commandeer. For those on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, the game will support 128 player battles. Mode-wise, players will be able to dive into All-Out Warfare and Hazard, with a third mode to be announced at a later date.
Battlefield 2042 will come out for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 22, 2021. Those with EA Play Pro membership can get themselves full access to the Battlefield 2042 Ultimate Edition starting October 15, along with early access to the Open Beta.
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Lost in Random Gameplay Trailer Released
During EA Play Live 2021 today, a new gameplay trailer for Zoink Games' Lost in Random made its debut.
This title throws players headfirst into a dark kingdom known as Random. Every citizen's future of this land is settled by the roll of a dice, with one having to embrace chaos to avoid defeat. Players will take control of Evan and her companion Dicey as they set out to break the curse of Random.
Along the way, players will take on quests that will aid players in their mission. In order to overcome any threats that stand in their way, players will have to adjust their strategy on the fly as they battle across evolving giant game board arenas. Players can also collect cards along their journey to build a formidable deck of both attacks and abilities. To create its world, Ryan North (Adventure Time, The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl) lent his talents to writing its dialog.
Learn more with the gameplay trailer for the game below:
Lost in Random – Official Gameplay Trailer
The game will come out for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, along with the PC via Steam and EA Origin on September 10, 2021.
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Announced at EA Play Live 2021, the sci-fi survival horror classic Dead Space will make its return through the work of Motive Studios.
In this third-person shooter, players will take control of everyman engineer Isaac Clarke as he boards the USG Ishimura. Originally sent to repair this sprawling starship, he soon realizes that the crew has been slaughtered and an alien scourge – known as "necromorphs" – lies in the shadows. Isaac also comes to learn that his partner is lost somewhere on board, and he must set out to find her.
A remake of the original 2008 release, this title will improve its visual fidelity and make a number of improvements to its gameplay, all while staying true to the original formula. The original game tasked players with exploring different areas, solving environmental puzzles, and finding ammunition and equipment to survive.
Learn more with the trailer below:
Dead Space Official Teaser Trailer – EA Play Live 2021
The game will come out for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
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Announced during EA Play Live 2021, Codemasters will once again return to the GRID series with the release of GRID Legends in 2022.
This title will set out to deliver a high-stakes driving experience. Included is an immersive story led by a world-class cast (including Ncuti Gatwa) that will pay host to the infamous Ravenwest Motorsport as players experience a fly-on-the-wall documentary style.
More than 130 routes have been included, and players will be able to race, customize, and upgrade classic tourers, single seaters, and even big rigs. New locations like London and Strada Alpina will make their appearance, along with real life circuits like Brands Hatch and Indianapolis.
To complete the experience, players will be able to change up factors like conditions and time of day. Dream drift runs, multi-class Eliminator races, and electric car events with boost gates will all be included.
Learn more about the title with the teaser trailer below:
GRID Legends | Official Reveal Trailer
The game will come out for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, along with the PC via Steam and EA Origin.
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