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Unlike a lot of modern JRPGs, Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch isn’t afraid to wear its heart on its sleeves. From the outset, it pulls people in with its charming cast of characters and surprisingly emotional narrative. The game bravely emphasizes its child-like nature in the face of adult-oriented titles in the genre. Indeed, cute familiar designs, bright colors, and witty sidekicks are some phenomenon that newcomers can expect to come across when experiencing the title for the first time. The following are a few reasons why Ni No Kuni deserves to be played by every Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC owner out there when it releases for each platform on September 20. Why Ni No Kuni Is Worth Revisiting | Unique art style It’s no wonder why Ni No Kuni‘s art style is so striking, as the game was made in collaboration with the world-renowned Studio Ghibli. Though the company only produced the title’s 2D animated sequences, Level-5 did an excellent job … [Read more...] about Why Ni No Kuni is a modern JRPG classic worth revisiting

It’s official: Sony now owns the rights to one of Insomniac Games’ most criminally overlooked titles, Sunset Overdrive. The president of the publisher’s Worldwide Studios, Shuhei Yoshida, confirmed the news via a recent interview. While the man didn’t state whether or not fans will see a PlayStation 4 port of the title, one has to assume that Sony will revisit it at some point in the near future, as it’s become something akin to a modern cult classic. Here’s why Sunset Overdrive can thrive on PlayStation consoles and become one of the brand’s preeminent franchises alongside God of War, Spider-Man, and Horizon Zero Dawn. ALSO: Kojima on Death Stranding: ‘Giving likes is giving unconditional love’ Why Sunset Overdrive Will Succeed | The Ratchet and Clank franchise has already laid the foundation The Ratchet and Clank franchise’s success on PlayStation consoles since 2002 is evidence that the … [Read more...] about Why Sunset Overdrive will be a must-have PS4 exclusive series

Two decades after it initially debuted, Final Fantasy 8 is getting the attention it deserves. A remastered version of the title, appropriately named Final Fantasy 8 Remastered, is set to arrive on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC on September 3 with HD visuals, new speed options, and an option to skip random encounters. As great as all the new bells and whistles sound, there’s no denying that Final Fantasy 8 is a great game as is. The following are a few reasons why the title remains such a memorable experience today. Just be warned as there are slight spoilers ahead in the first two sections. Why Final Fantasy 8 Remastered Is Worth Playing in 2019 | Its story and themes Though most Final Fantasy titles task players with journeying to one set piece to the next, taking down all sorts of imposing bosses along the way, Final Fantasy 8 sets itself apart by dialing down the action. While players are tasked with assassinating political leaders and evading … [Read more...] about Why Final Fantasy 8 Remastered is worth returning to in 2019

As was previously mentioned in my coverage of Play NYC 2019, I’m a sucker for a cool logo, and that is exactly what drew me to Other Moon Games’ Totem. Plus it looked all pixelly and foresty, so after waiting a half hour for the two guys ahead of me to finish their demos, I dove right in!Playing as Mara, one of the deer worshippers who has the Gift of Change, you travel to the great beasts of the world to gather energy to fight off a group of invaders. The Gift of Change allows you to shapeshift in order to solve puzzles and fight enemies, and look cool while doing it. The demo that I played took place right at the start of the game, when there is a disturbance in the force and our heroine Mara is called to spring into action! Her main weapon is a magical axe, with a variety of uses. I was honestly impressed by the creativity that went into the weapon design, as I’ve never before encountered a weapon quite like it in an RPG. The axe can cut down trees and plants, as … [Read more...] about Play NYC 2019: Totem Delivers Magic

It is unlikely many in the mainstream have heard of Play NYC amongst the sea of gaming cons out there. The two-day event held each August in Manhattan, this indie showcase of local developers from the Tri-State area has grown quickly over the past few years to become more than just another faceless con in the crowd. It is this year that Play NYC really comes into its own, with its own self-identity as one of the premiere con events in New York.This is not to say that Play NYC was devoid of any mainstream presence. Avalanche Studios, Devolver Digital, Epic Games and even the soccer team The New York Red Bulls had prominent showcases on the conventions floor. The Red Bulls gave away free energy drinks to participants and had the most mainstream game of the show, FIFA 2019, at their astroturfed booth. The real stars, however, were the indie games that dominated the landscape this year, the calling card of why Play NYC exists. The dedicated tabletop space was a huge improvement to Play … [Read more...] about Play NYC 2019 Recap