Lloyd Coombes

PC Gamer

Lloyd Coombes·Oct 25, 2024

Critic85/100

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Learning to survive in this grim and deadly world is an uphill struggle, but even the smallest victory is deeply satisfying.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Feb 24, 2020

Critic80/100

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Hunt: Showdown is a terrifying experience that is unlike anything else you'll find

Nintendo Life

Lloyd Coombes·Feb 21, 2020

Critic90/100

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The highest praise we can give Two Point Hospital is that it feels impossible not to have fun with it.

Nintendo Life

Lloyd Coombes·Feb 1, 2020

Critic50/100

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A barbed look at today's society that lacks an end-product of sorts, Mosaic is a short experience that seems content with telling us what's wrong with our lives without really going any further than that. There's a vital message trapped within the game somewhere, but it never quite gets out, and the experience ends up being depressing rather than entertaining. That might have been what the developer was going for, but ultimately, it doesn't make for a particularly interesting video game.

Nintendo Life

Lloyd Coombes·Jan 16, 2020

Critic80/100

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Whichever way you play, Vertex Pop has done it again. Not unlike Karen's various food treats that power-up her move set, Super Crush KO offers short-term satisfaction but it's very sweet while it lasts. Despite the compactness of the experience, it looks great and plays even better – so what are you waiting for? Go forth and save your kitty.

Nintendo Life

Lloyd Coombes·Oct 25, 2019

Critic80/100

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Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition is a content-packed RPG with plenty to see and do. Its evolution system feels wholly unique when compared to another monster-breeding game series you might find on Nintendo hardware, and while the grind may be too much for some, it's comfortably one of the best creature-catchers on the Switch – although Pokémon still holds the crown, of course.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Oct 18, 2019

Critic80/100

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If you're looking for a fun, colourful team shooter with plenty to see and do, Battle for Neighborville could be just the ticket. If you weren't swayed by the prior Garden Warfare titles, you'll likely want to pass on this, but for the sheer silliness of its characters and the world they exist in, it's well worth sinking your teeth (or vines) into. You may never want to leave Neighborville.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Sep 16, 2019

Critic70/100

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Rebel Cops makes some fun adjustments to an already tense formula. Its conflicts are fraught and exciting, while its meta-game is excellently woven into both the storyline and moment to moment gameplay. You should definitely kick the door down.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Sep 9, 2019

Critic80/100

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Risk of Rain 2 is a lonely experience when played solo, and while ability cool downs never feel too prohibitive, being able to exchange which of your squad is unleashing all manner of hell on an enemy is a big part of the fun and strategy.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Jul 3, 2019

Critic80/100

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Sairento on PlayStation VR may not be a big-name title, but it deserves to be. Excellent combat, unique movement mechanics, and a steep learning curve make it a must-play for anyone looking to unleash hell in VR.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Apr 22, 2019

Critic70/100

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Structural foibles detract from the fact that Mortal Kombat 11 is an excellent fighter with lots to offer. Those yearning for the gore-soaked days of old will find plenty to love, and newcomers will be enthralled by its excellent story and deep fighting system.

Push Square

Lloyd Coombes·Jul 16, 2018

Critic70/100

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In conclusion, Mothergunship is more than the sum of its disparate parts, and definitely deserves your time. It's a big silly mix of destruction, synths, and sci-fi and a lot of fun to play through.