
Shadow Tactics is a return to form for a genre that hasn't received nearly enough love

Shadow Tactics is a return to form for a genre that hasn't received nearly enough love

Tyranny's bad guy morality system is a little on the nose, and other aspects of the game sometimes suffer. But the game's dedication to that conceit works, setting a path of bargaining and self-examination. Even amidst self-doubt, I did summon a volcano and destroy a library — and I’d probably do it again.


The Banner Saga 2 is a well-crafted, gut-wrenching tale

No simulation or game is an exact copy of what it's trying to emulate, but Stardew Valley, above all, expertly explores the connection that someone can have with their environment, their work and the people around them.

Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak is interesting enough but feels a bit empty