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Stray Cat Crossing Review (PC)

Sometimes the most simplistic of games can have the most complex stories and intricate design work. We are in the age where imagination can take flight, and a lot of indie developers have done a lot with what they have. RPG Maker games, while looked down upon by a lot of people, shine in their visual and narrative flair. Games like Ib and Mad Father may not have been the most intricate in the way of gameplay, but they have shown time and time again that they are memorable and worth the playthrough. Surrealistic approaches to storytelling and the aesthetics of these types of games helps to differentiate them from other titles, yet they are becoming increasingly popular and more mass produced. In this ever-changing medium of unique indie games, does Stray Cat Crossing stand out among the overwhelming masses?

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Life is Strange Episode 5 Review (PS4)

The final episode of the Life is Strange picks up just moments after the eye opening conclusion of the previous episode in which we find our protagonist, Max Caulfield, in her most dangerous and vulnerable position yet. The now revealed culprit is about to put the finishing touches to his sinister plans, and it’s up to her to travel back in time to not only undo the damage that’s already dealt, but to also put this culprit where he/she truly belongs, behind bars. This is her most tasking challenge yet, since failure could mean not only her death, but also the death of countless others if this killer roams free.There’s also the forthcoming climate disaster approaching Arcadia Bay; What’s causing this weird phenomenon? Will she be able to warn everyone and get them to safety? The stakes are extremely high, and our hero has quite a few burdens to carry.

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Pro Basketball Manager 2016 Review (PC)

Love the game of basketball, but hate playing sim basketball games due to complex controls? Cyanide has you covered with this game, as you play the manager of a professional basketball team without having to learn which button passes. Will this fantasy league-like sim get you to become the ultimate owner, or will you just stick to watching the games and yelling at the TV over what play you would’ve ran?

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Fast Racing Neo Review (Wii U)

F-Zero has been one of those Nintendo franchises that lies dormant with the occasional easter eggs in other games since the company doesn’t know where to go with it. While fans were clamming for a new F-Zero, Shin’en released Fast Racing League for WiiWare and got praise through word of mouth. Now with Nintendo’s backing by showcasing the game during the E3 edition of the Nintendo Treehouse, buzz has never been higher for this small German company. Can Fast Racing Neo improve on its processor, or will you go back to your rock until Nintendo announces a new F-Zero?

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Fallout 4 Review (PC)

Fallout 4 is an open world, post-apocalyptic, FPS, RPG, and the fifth installment in the Fallout franchise. As “The Vault Dweller,” you must scour the ruins of Boston in search of your son who was abducted by an unknown group. Fallout 4 has taken the already beloved Fallout formula and expanded upon it greatly. From numerous quality of life enhancements and huge improvements, to existing systems. to a new building/crafting system using scrap that makes every single random piece of junk worth collecting, nearly every aspect of the game has been upgraded or revamped for the better. So grab some stimpaks and hop in some power armor because its time to explore.

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