Fatal Frame II is frightening with its near-constant jump scares, oppressive atmosphere, difficult enemies, and arguably too much darkness. But more so than fear, the emotion I frequently grappled with was frustration.
This weekend you should probably check out Slay the Spire II. But also Marthon. And also Pokémon Pokopia. And you should get some friends over to play some Scott Pilgrim EX.
Tribute has become skilled at creating visually nostalgic beat ‘em ups, and its return to the Scott Pilgrim franchise is no exception. It is, however, light on surprises or mechanical innovation.
We're all in on Resident Evil this weekend. But we're also making time for Pokémon nostalgia, and the other Bungie shooter that's not called Halo or Destiny.
Controlling Kratos, fighting, and exploring just isn’t particularly fun on a basic level. A just below perfunctory genre experience alongside characters and in a setting I admit I like spending time with.
