Game Reviews6.7/10
‘Berserk and the Band of the Hawk’: Faithful to the Manga, Weak on the Fight
A grim tale of Guts and his band, wherein combat ambition meets a feeble body, and faithfulness to the dark source wavers.
CLAY TRIBUNE / THE ARCHIVE
Tag: PS3
Game Reviews7.6/10
Atelier Sophie Review: A Charming Town and a Mysterious Book Carry a Solid RPG
A tale of Sophie, alchemist of the mysterious book, whose world depends upon her powers and her patient labors.
Game Reviews7.8/10
Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Blacklist Review — A Reliant Stealth Game
A review of Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Blacklist, a stealth shooter that respects shadows, sound, and timing.
Game Reviews8.2/10
FIFA 14 Review: Skill Moves Reward Patience, Passing Still Floats Balls
A steady step forward: FIFA 14's skill move system adds real depth, while passing troubles linger.
Game Reviews9.2/10
Ōkami Review: Painting the World Back Into Existence, 20 Years On
A game of painted scrolls and a wolf-goddess's brush, wherein every stroke restores a broken land.
Game Reviews8.9/10
Virtua Fighter 5 Returns to Basics, and the Result Is Tight
A tale of Virtua Fighter 5, wherein Sega's arcade sequel strips away spectacle for pure, precise combat.
Game Reviews8.8/10
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Review — 8.8/10
A cup of matches, swift and true, wherein the broadcast's voice and the ball's pace earn their place.
Game Reviews8.8/10
Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Bets Everything on Chaos — and Wins
Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds review — a fast, flashy 2011 fighter with a wild roster, deep combos, and screen-filling Hyper Combos. 8.8/10.
Game Reviews8.8/10
Chasing the Ideal Run Through Dyad’s Tunnel of Light and Sound
Dyad is a 2012 rhythm shooter that fuses neon visuals with a reactive synth soundtrack. A steep, fair challenge for players chasing a perfect run.
Game Reviews9.2/10
Demon’s Souls Turned Dying Into the Point, and 17 Years On It Still Works
Demon's Souls is a brutal, unforgiving action RPG that rewards perseverance. Our review explores its hostile world, innovative online, and lasting legacy.