The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
I could come back and write more after each sitting, but I'm going to keep this relatively short and to the point; Skyrim is an absolute masterpiece!
I could come back and write more after each sitting, but I'm going to keep this relatively short and to the point; Skyrim is an absolute masterpiece!
I never thought I'd be head over heals for a Rayman game, but that's exactly where I've found myself after having invested countless hours into this pseudo reboot.
The fall '11 dashboard update for the Xbox 360 brought a shiny new user interface, but also some significant changes under the hood.
Version 2 brought something entirely new to the table; it was no longer standalone software, but a plugin that fully integrates the forums into your WordPress installation.
There's no denying that Infinity Ward are a solid development studio, and after being let down by Battlefield 3's mediocre campaign, I found myself with a craving for some top-shelf modern warfare goodness. I knew full well that MW3 would deliver, and it surely did.
Uncharted 3 definitely does not disappoint, but it doesn't make too many advances either. It sticks to the tried and true formula concocted by the two games which came before it, and I'm perfectly fine with that.
Battlefield 3 is here, six long years after its predecessor. Although, we've seen several other Battlefield games in the mean time. From traditional releases, to download only console games, to free-to-play PC titles. The Battlefield has been constantly changing, although the core game play has remained in tact and has only strengthened over the years.
Arkham City takes the most logical step in every possible direction, making it an absolutely perfect sequel.
I'm only a few hours into Forza 4 and just reached driver level 10, but I can see that I'll need to pick up a copy of this game, as it's definitely followed in its predecessor's footsteps and built on the incredible foundation laid by Forza 3. As Rock Band 3 is to rhythm games, Forza 4 could very well be the definitive racing game of this console generation.
It delivers a satisfying, emotionally driven campaign that hits all of the right notes. And an awesome multiplayer suite that is sure to keep people playing for years to come.
I had extremely high expectations for L.A. Noire, and they were met, without a doubt.
They may be catered to children, but I find great pleasure in their simplistic gameplay, puzzle solving, and humorous storytelling.