Author: Geoff Girardin

Geoff Girardin is an east coast dad. When not critiquing video games or covering news, he's probably listening to ska music and thinking about the GameCube Keyboard Controller.

The Protagonist: EX-1 Preview: Humdrum Heroics

The Protagonist: EX-1 Preview: Humdrum Heroics

Fans of sci-fi and tactical strategy games might want to be on the lookout for The Protagonist: EX-1, an Early Access title from 3Mind Games. Charging players with rebuilding their team and fighting their way out of an alien station, this t...

Valheim Preview: Everything You Need to Know

Valheim Preview: What’s With All the Hype?

The surprise indie hit Valheim is officially the new hotness. Everybody's talking about it, but what is it? This preview breaks down the road to the first boss and will help you decide whether or not to take the plunge and explore this Viki...

The Caligula Effect 2 Announced for PS4/Switch in Fall 2021

The Caligula Effect 2 Announced for PS4/Switch in Fall 2021

For fans of turn-based RPGs and limited editions, The Caligula Effect 2 has been announced for PS4 and Nintendo Switch. NIS America will release the sequel in Fall 2021 with a collectible edition that comes with physical items and the sound...

Castle Kong Review: An Honorable Homage (Switch)

Castle Kong Review: An Honorable Homage (Switch)

Donkey Kong was the king of arcades in the 1980s, and Castle Kong is here to help us relive some of that magic. With strict adherence to the original classic, this homage includes some quality of life tweaks and, on the Switch, portability....

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Castle Kong Tournament Begins February 25th

Castle Kong Tournament Begins February 25th

Drowning Monkey Games is putting some cash on the line with their upcoming release, Castle Kong. A throwback to the retro arcade classics of old (it's obvious which one!), what matters most is getting that high score. On February 25, Switch...

5 Best Cards in Pokémon TCG: "Shining Fates"

5 Best Cards in Pokémon TCG: “Shining Fates”

The latest Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Shining Fates, is here! With over 190 cards, this guide will help you determine which five are the ones you'll most want to find in a booster pack. Dive in and explore find some shinies! Shiny...

Dream Master: An Interview With Raheem "Mega Ran" Jarbo

Dream Master: An Interview With Raheem “Mega Ran” Jarbo

The master of flows and combos is bringing his wordplay to a new medium. Mega Ran, the prolific rapper has released his first memoir: Dream Master: From the Stoop to the Stage to the Stars. We asked the author about his process during a pan...

DYSMANTLE Preview: Break It All Down

Boasting a 99% possible destruction rate, DYSMANTLE is an Early Access survival RPG that puts the focus on scavenging and item management. With a satisfying gameplay loop and beautiful graphics, this is a project that has a lot of promise. ...

Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption Review: Satisfying Snark (Switch)

Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption Review: Satisfying Snark (Switch)

We're headed back to school in Hero-U: Rogue to Redemption from Transolar Games. Described as a hybrid-RPG that will look familiar for fans of those classic Sierra Entertainment games. As it turns out, the Nintendo Switch is a fantastic way...

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Silver Chains Review: A Fine Fright (Switch)

Silver Chains Review: A Feeble Fright (Switch)

Curling up under a blanket with your Nintendo Switch sure sounds like an ideal way to play a horror title. While Silver Chains makes a valiant effort, there are a variety of things that miss the mark. But don't let that scare you off; explo...

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Redout: Space Assault Review: Prepare for Launch (Switch)

Redout: Space Assault Review: Prepare for Launch (Switch)

Italian developer 34BigThings is shifting gears a bit with Redout: Space Assault. A prequel to 2016's spaceship racing game, we're now being treated to a (heavily) Star Fox-inspired experience. Strap in as a young pilot, fight the resistanc...

8 Great
Some Lost Space World 97 Zelda 64 Beta Files Have Been Found

Some Lost Space World 97 Zelda 64 Beta Files Have Been Found

Preservationists have discovered what appears to be forgotten files from the 1997 Space World showing of Zelda 64. Found on a completely different prototype cartridge, these new files have been deciphered by the community and made playable ...

Rhythm Fighter Review: Bash Broccoli to the Beat (Switch)

Nintendo Switch players are in for a treat with Rhythm Fighter, a catchy bop of a game that delivers a fresh gameplay loop and entertaining character designs. With plenty of content to unlock, a large cast of characters, and evil veggies, t...

8.5 Great

Charge Kid Review: Itty Bitty Boost Boy (Switch)

The brutal platforming renaissance is still going strong, and Charge Kid is a bite-sized game that finds joy in its own difficulty. As will be addressed in this review, players who like losing constantly will find this right up their alley....

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Hitman 3 Shines in PSVR in New Gameplay Trailer

Hitman 3 Shines in PSVR in New Gameplay Trailer

The immersive world of Hitman finally peaks with PSVR functionality. In this new gameplay trailer, we're shown the full trilogy through the eyes of Agent 47 and get excited about the possibilities open to us. Shut a piano on your enemies on...

Calico Review: Filled With Fantastic Felines (Switch)

Calico Review: Many Merry Meowing Mammals (Switch)

Run and design your own delightful cat cafe in Calico, the latest from the two-person team at Whitehorn Digital. This review covers the release version in anticipation of a critical 1.1 console update. But with that in mind, there's still p...

8 Great
Space Invaders Forever Review: Cosmic Compilation (Switch)

Space Invaders Forever Review: Cosmic Compilation (Switch)

A gaming classic returns! Space Invaders Forever brings three titles to Nintendo Switch with varying degrees of success. Our review covers the whole package, so get ready for a deep dive into those would-be alien overlords. They might not b...

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Pokémon TCG "Battle Styles" Expansion Releases March 2021

Pokémon TCG “Battle Styles” Expansion Releases March 2021

The Pokémon Company announced today that the Battle Styles expansion will be released in March 2021. The new cards will introduce some moves that could change the mechanics and how fans play. Here's a look into what you can expect to see th...

Ruinverse Review: 2 Souls 2 Furious (XB1)

KEMCO is back at it again with Ruinverse, a turn-based strategy RPG. Released initially for mobile devices, the Xbox One port is littered with mechanics that fit best for play on the go and make for a speedier adventure for the modern playe...

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Disco Elysium: The Final Cut Brings New Content To All Platforms 2021

Disco Elysium: The Final Cut Brings New Content To All Platforms 2021

The award-winning RPG is getting a definitive edition for all platforms in 2021, as a free upgrade for existing players. Along with the addition of new content, there's also a new merch line, and iam8bit will also be releasing a huge collec...

Devolver Digital Announces Loop Hero, Releasing 2021

Devolver Digital Announces Loop Hero, Releasing 2021

The always unpredictable publisher has announced a unique mix of procedural and strategy dungeon crawling. Featuring an old-school feel, and the excitement of card management, Loop Hero has already preemptively won Devolver Digital's 2021 G...

ActRaiser Soundtrack to be Reissued on Vinyl, CD

ActRaiser Soundtrack to be Reissued on Vinyl, CD

The soundtrack to the acclaimed title is getting a reissue from Wayô Records. ActRaiser's music has been out of print since 1991, and this new physical release includes additional tracks and a symphonic suite. Wayô Records, a French video g...

The Last Show of Mr. Chardish Review: The Art of Anguish

The Last Show of Mr. Chardish Review: The Art of Anguish

The Last Show of Mr. Chardish is an adventure title that portrays story beats in contained vignettes, with a variety of different gameplay styles aligning into one beautiful and tragic tale of obsession and struggle. However, a buggy presen...

8 Great
A Merry Hyrule Christmas Review: Feliz Navi-dad (Album)

A Merry Hyrule Christmas Review: Feliz Navi-dad (Album)

Eric Buchholz does it again and combines the music of the Zelda series with some classic Christmas tunes to bring a bit of holiday cheer to your ears. Going above and beyond what some might consider a tribute, this truly feels like somethin...

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Pokémon TCG: Shining Fates Expansion Launches February 19, 2021

Pokémon TCG: Shining Fates Expansion Launches February 19, 2021

Over 100 shiny Pokémon will be available next spring, with a split release that won't be offering any booster packs. It's Trainer Boxes and Collection Tins for those of us that want to get our hands on Shiny Crobat V or the biggest get of a...

King Arthur: Knight's Tale Enters Early Access January 12th, 2021

King Arthur: Knight’s Tale Enters Early Access January 12th, 2021

The upcoming title is a mix of a roleplaying game and tactical strategy, and will hopefully bridge that gap while bringing Arthurian legend to life. Featuring classic characters and a unique storyline, fans will be able to get in on the act...

DREAMO Review: Gear up for a Challenge (Switch)

This story-puzzler from Hypnotic Ants is many things: a beautiful, low-poly portal into the mind, satisfying gear-based puzzles that feel good to solve. But throughout the game, things feel just too disjointed, and that's what ultimately ho...

7 Good
"Fortnite Crew" Subscription Service Launches December 2: Battle Pass, Exclusive Skins, V-Bucks

“Fortnite Crew” Subscription Service Launches December 2: Battle Pass, Exclusive Skins, V-Bucks

The new monthly service will cost $11.99 a month and subscribers get a monthly package of exclusive cosmetic items. For consistent players that purchase the Battle Pass each month, this deal is a no-brainer. For everyone else, just enjoy lo...

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends: The Baron is Back! Review (Switch)

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends: The Baron is Back! Review: Retro Revisited (Switch)

A free update to this year's Bubble Bobble 4 Friends doubles the amount of levels and brings an original character back into the fold. But does the new content bring enough to the game? Or could this actually be a multiplayer masterpiece? A...

7 Good
New Nintendo eShop Downloads for Week of 11/19: Hyrule Warriors

New Nintendo eShop Downloads for Week of 11/19: Hyrule Warriors

It's finally upon us. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity arrives this week to show us what Hyrule was like before Breath of the Wild, and allow us to destroy hundreds of enemies at once. More than that, we're also getting the Switch release o...

WARTILE Review: A Brutal Viking Toy Story (Switch)

Wartile Review: A Brutal Viking Toy Story (Switch)

Wartile impresses with its unique take on a cooldown-based tactics game. The visual presentation, assortment of levels, and replayability are great to see, but while the move to Nintendo Switch might open the game up to more players, the sm...

8.5 Great
Crystal Ortha Review: Retro RPG for the Modern Age (Xbox One)

Crystal Ortha Review: Retro RPG For Modern Players (XB1)

The retro renaissance continues with KEMCO's Crystal Ortha, a turn-based RPG in the vein of the '90s classics you know and love. In this review, we'll see how modern mechanics can improve on classic gaming experiences, and see just how many...

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Fallout 76: Steel Dawn Features Brotherhood of Steel on December 1st

Fallout 76: Steel Dawn Features Brotherhood of Steel on December 1st

The Brotherhood returns in Fallout 76: Steel Dawn. The latest content update will be free for all players starting December 1st and is the beginning of a series of chapters centered on the Brotherhood of Steel. Suit up and spread out, becau...

New Nintendo eShop Downloads for Week of 11/12: Just Dance, Kingdom Hearts

New Nintendo eShop Downloads for Week of 11/12: Just Dance, Kingdom Hearts

This week on the Nintendo eShop players can get titles such as Just Dance 2021, KINGDOM HEARTS Melody of Memory, Sniper Elite 4, and the Serious Sam Collection. That's a pretty wide variety of games, and just a handful of the titles availab...

Pokémon GO Now Connects to Pokémon HOME, Melmetal Available Now

Pokémon GO Connects to Pokémon HOME, Players Get Melmetal As Gift

Pokémon GO is finally compatible with Pokémon HOME, and as a promotional gift players will receive a Gigantamax Melmetal for making their first transfer. There's a bit of a process, and transfer isn't as easy as just putting all of your Pok...

Roblox, Lil Nas X to Host Free Virtual Concert

Roblox, Lil Nas X to Host Free Virtual Concert

"Old Town Road" singer Lil Nas X will be holding a free virtual concert in Roblox on November 14th. New exclusive items and a pre-show will also be featured in-game, and the concert venue is available now. The event is also a showcase for t...

Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Bundle to Release November 6th

Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Bundle Physically and Digitally Available

A bundle pack of Pokémon Sword and Shield with the expansion pass is available now in physical or digital editions. There's also a couple of new Legendary Pokémon to spur players to make a purchase. Spur, because they're horses. It's a hors...

Rogue Company Will Be Xbox Series S/X Launch Title, New Character Out Now

Rogue Company Will Be Xbox Series S/X Launch Title, New Character Out Now

Available at launch for Xbox Series S/X, a new character is available today, and they've given us all access to Ranked Beta. These and a slew of other quality of life upgrades are detailed in the latest update, which pairs best while listen...

New Nintendo eShop Downloads for Week of 11/5: FUSER, Descenders

New Nintendo eShop Downloads for Week of 11/5: FUSER, Descenders

There are plenty of new titles out on the Nintendo eShop this week, including Descenders, FUSER, Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, and Tropico 6. But what makes this week different from the rest is that there's actually one title that's not coming ...

5 Best Cards in Pokémon TCG "Vivid Voltage"

5 Best Cards in Pokémon TCG “Vivid Voltage”

Here are the five best cards in the new Pokémon TCG expansion "Vivid Voltage." Releasing on November 13th and sporting more than 185 new cards, will this be the next hot Pokémon TCG release? We've got the details on the top five cards to lo...

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