Oliver Reynolds

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Oliver Reynolds·May 10, 2020

Critic40/100

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SuperMash is a great idea that feels squandered thanks to poor execution.

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Oliver Reynolds·May 9, 2020

Critic70/100

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With three main worlds to get through, Fledgling Heroes isn’t a very long game, but it is a lot of fun while it lasts. If you’re after a meatier experience, or even one that perhaps isn’t quite as cute as this, you might want to look elsewhere. For everyone else, Flappy Bird may well have struck gold when it was released 7 years ago, but Fledgling Heroes rises head and shoulders above it.

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Oliver Reynolds·May 6, 2020

Critic70/100

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Arcade Spirits is a niche title that will nevertheless find its audience thanks to some great writing and a very inclusive selection of diverse characters to interact with. While there are a few flaws in the sound design area, including some poor voice work and an overall low volume output, the gameplay is engaging and the plot intriguing, making this the perfect choice if you're after a fun, lighthearted experience or a well-written gaming nostalgia trip.

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Oliver Reynolds·Apr 20, 2020

Critic60/100

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Aside from watching events play out and roughly moulding the story to suit your goals, there’s little else to do in Later Daters, and we feel the experience might have been greatly enhanced with some mini-games to flesh out the overall length. Nevertheless, it’s a cute little tale with likeable characters, pleasant visuals, and an excellent, catchy title theme song.

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Oliver Reynolds·Apr 15, 2020

Critic20/100

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Totally Reliable Delivery Service feels like a bit of a prank. It's a game so doggedly determined to annoy you with its infuriating control scheme, shocking graphics and poor implementation of DLC, we can't imagine anyone genuinely enjoying it.

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Oliver Reynolds·Apr 13, 2020

Critic80/100

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With a very short runtime, those familiar with the shoot-em-up genre might not get a lot out of this game. We think this reflects quite well in its price, however, and for a game that started life as an April Fool’s joke, it’s actually very accomplished. If you’re up for a few laughs, definitely give this one a go; it’s a great start to what could potentially be a highly enjoyable, lasting franchise.

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Oliver Reynolds·Apr 13, 2020

Critic50/100

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It certainly feels like it’s geared more towards youngsters, and we’re certain they’ll get a kick out of it for a little while, but unfortunately for the rest of us, these hats are just a bit too frayed to recommend.

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Oliver Reynolds·Apr 8, 2020

Critic70/100

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If you’re not too fussed about detailed visuals, then HyperParasite will no doubt keep you hooked with its unique parasite gameplay mechanic and exciting gun-play.

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Oliver Reynolds·Apr 4, 2020

Critic90/100

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If you’re after a unique experience, Wandersong completely has you covered. The singing mechanic works perfectly, and while it may feel a bit too easy at times, the combination of the visuals, writing, and various gameplay objectives across a generous seven-act structure make for an incredibly compelling platforming experience that you’d do well to check out.

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Oliver Reynolds·Mar 29, 2020

Critic70/100

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With a bit of time and patience, you could create some levels that no doubt rival the ones already available, but if this isn’t something you’re interested in, there’s plenty to be getting on with regardless.

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Oliver Reynolds·Mar 27, 2020

Critic20/100

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We’re sure there are people out there that would get some enjoyment out of this game, but quite frankly, we’re struggling to believe that might be true. Its gameplay is sluggish, the graphics are poor, and the general premise is just baffling.

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Oliver Reynolds·Mar 4, 2020

Critic50/100

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Ultimately, Spartan Fist is a pretty shallow experience for the most part.

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Oliver Reynolds·Feb 29, 2020

Critic60/100

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As a strategy game, Gambare! Super Strikers works well enough, but the novelty quickly wears a bit thin.

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Oliver Reynolds·Feb 10, 2020

Critic80/100

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We were pleasantly surprised by EQQO. After a rather lacklustre opening segment, the majority of the game proves itself to be an engaging puzzle title with a surprisingly meaningful narrative to support it.

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Oliver Reynolds·Feb 7, 2020

Critic60/100

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With an imaginative world and equally imaginative premise, Skellboy is an admirable attempt to provide an alternative to your average Zelda title.