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technology1 month ago•27 min saved

Cameras, Cards, and Comebacks: A Four-Game Look at Modern Classics

A quartet of reviews surveys four modern takes on beloved games: Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly’s PS5 remake is terrifying and faithful to its themes but suffers from slower pacing and framerate issues; The Yellow House is a solid card‑shedding game with clever color mechanics but limited replay value; Scott Pilgrim EX delivers fluid, stylish beat‑’em‑ups with satisfying combat and RPG upgrades, though its open world can feel hollow; Resident Evil Requiem blends Grace Ashcroft’s methodical puzzle-solving with Leon Kennedy’s action, starting strong but leaning on nostalgia in the second half.

via AV Club|

#crimson-butterfly #fatal-frame-ii #horror-games

gaming2 months ago•6 min saved

Larian CEO calls for kinder critique and a reviewer scorecard

Larian CEO Swen Vincke urged critics to keep reviews critical without being personal or hurtful and suggested a Metacritic-style scoring system for reviewers to encourage restraint and protect sensitive creators. He emphasized respect for developers, acknowledged the value of thoughtful critique, and noted existing evaluation ideas like Rock Paper Shotgun’s TrustPilot page, while warning that toxic online dynamics can harm the industry and its talent.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#critic-ethics #gaming #larian-studios

video-games2 years ago•3 min saved

"Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League - User Reviews Split from Critics, Batman's Return Hinted"

User reviews for "Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League" are notably positive across platforms, despite poor critical reception and sales. The game has received high ratings on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox, but a lower score on Metacritic. This disparity between user and critic reviews is unusual, with players expressing satisfaction while critics remain critical. The game's live service model and potential for sustained player base growth are in question despite positive user feedback.

via Forbes|

#critical-reception #player-satisfaction #rocksteady

video-games2 years ago•3 min saved

"Comparing Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League to Batman Arkham: Similarities and Differences"

Rocksteady's upcoming game, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, has no early reviews due to the servers not being turned on until the actual release date, leading to speculation and criticism. The lack of communication and potential concerns about the game's reception have raised questions about the handling of the pre-launch marketing campaign, leaving many in the dark about the game's quality ahead of its release.

via Forbes|

#early-access #pre-launch-marketing #rocksteady