Sony’s E3 press conference focused on game announcements, both new and old, and clarification of Sony’s policies regarding used games and always online. While some of the titles demoed at the event were already known about in advance, there were still plenty of surprises.
Microsoft’s E3 2013 press event was, as promised, focused almost entirely on games. From console exclusives to a large line-up of third-party support, find out about everything Microsoft demonstrated at its media briefing.
Remember Me is a worthy attempt to find its place amongst its peers in an increasingly-crowded genre. Any fan of science fiction with a cyberpunk twist will find the writing to be on par with any number of well-received novels. Unfortunately, a few design decisions mar the overall vision and promise of the world it creates.
When designing a “god game,” it is very important to make the player feel powerful, yet still include a game with difficulty. With Arcen Games’ Skyward Collapse, this balance is hit very well. Skyward Collapse offers some twists on the usual formula. For one, you don’t continually choose between benevolent and vengeful. You don’t have to follow the usual good-versus-evil trope. You are largely indifferent to the daily lives of your subjects, and you don’t need them to worship you. You simply want them to fight. READ MORE
Daedalic Entertainment seems to be having a good run with the point-and-click genre. The adventures of the ’90s seem to be a lost art these days, but companies like Daedalic are working their hardest to change that. Both Deponia and Harvey’s New Eyes have been critical successes. The Night of the Rabbit, though, may be its best yet. READ MORE
