VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Am I in Japan or not? 3D stealth ninja game has you examine the Japanese-ness of your surroundings
Oedoshigusa combines stealthy ninja gameplay with spotting Exit 8 style anomalies that don't fit the historical Japanese setting
How Persona 3 Reload’s upcoming Episode Aigis draws parallels to the main game’s big choice
Persona 3 Reload’s upcoming Episode Aigis – The Answer DLC is seen as the story's definitive ending, but it may be a tough experience for players.
Persona 3’s Koromaru proves Persona mascots are still lovable without anthropomorphic features
While a dog through and through, Persona 3's Koromaru is as memorable (if not more) than the series more anthropomorphic mascots.
The Persona series might want to rework how Shadows are fought
How the Persona series trial and error method of learning Shadows' weaknesses could be tweaked in future entries to Atlus's RPG franchise
Kingdom Hearts might want to consider adding explorable Final Fantasy worlds
Although the Kingdom Hearts RPG series combines Disney and Final Fantasy, it has yet to feature explorable Final Fantasy worlds.
Tekken 8 needs to restructure its ranked system
Exploring the issues with Tekken 8's ranked system, and how restructuring the ranks would help make the fighting game fairer and more fun.
Tekken 8 should adapt one specific feature from Street Fighter 6’s Ranked Mode
How Tekken 8 can improve its ranking system by implementing an integral feature that makes Street Fighter 6 more approachable.
How long to beat Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth? We investigate
How long does it really take to beat Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth? We break down the volume of each section of the formidable game.
Shin Theme Park: Inside the Japan-exclusive remake of 1994’s cult classic management sim
How Shin Theme Park on PlayStation 1 and Sega Saturn put a fresh Japanese twist on UK developer Bullfrog's original 1994 release.
Explore dungeons while running a bakery in this charming RPG platformer
The demo for upcoming side scrolling RPG Aeruta boasts promising gameplay, charming characters and beautiful storybook-like art.
Soviet anime girls meet historical tanks in fun topdown tank shooter Multi Turret Academy
Customize and build up your own tank army in this statisfying and fun pick-up-and-play roguelike shooter featuring WWII tanks and cute anime girls
Armored Core 6 fans should keep an eye out for Ｍecha BREAK, a multiplayer robot combat game
Everything I found out about Mecha BREAK, a promising upcoming PvP mech game, during the closed Alpha test.
Einhander: Square’s fiendish, stylish and polished space shooter classic
We look back at the challenging but well-crafted Psone era scrolling shooter Einhander, examine its legacy and why it is still worth playing.
The Last Express, the 90s real-time adventure game that still feels groundbreaking
Looking back on Jordan Mechner's cult classic adventure game that takes players on a thrilling and intriguing ride on the Orient Express.
Hira Hira Hihiru launches to rave reviews – an enthralling portrayal of illness, hardship and society
ANIPLEX.EXE's fully voiced visual novel game Hira Hira Hihiru depicts a disease that makes the dead come back to life, as well as the suffering and prejudice it brings.
Refind Self: The Personality Test Game was more moving and accurate than I expected
The quirky and poignant Japanese indie adventure Refind Self: The Personality Test Game gradually reveals its story and the player’s personality.
Zenless Zone Zero: What I learned about the new HoYoverse game playing the 15-minute demo at Tokyo Game Show 2023
I played 15 minutes of HoYoverse's Zenless Zone Zero demo at Tokyo Game Show 2023. Here's what I thought about the yet to be released title's gameplay mechanics and character designs.
Zero Wing: Is the game behind the meme any good?
It’s surprising to me that no one tried to cash in on any sort of port when you consider just how far Zero Wing permeated into gaming and internet culture. But now that it’s here, it would almost feel criminal not to give the game behind the meme a chance.
Give Sol Cresta time to marinate and it will take you on a fantastic ride
Sol Cresta has a depth to it that isn’t immediately apparent, and if you have an interest in shooters or action games, it's definitely worth your time.
Ghostwire: Tokyo is filled with humor most players won’t understand
Ghostwire: Tokyo is a game full of humor. However, a lot of this humor assumes a certain level of Japanese understanding, along with knowledge of stores and products available in Japan.
Heaven Burns Red first impressions: punchline overdose waiting for tragedy
Heaven Burns Red first impressions. What I find most appealing about the game is not the story, the aesthetic, or the battle system, but the back-and-forth comedic banter between the characters.
Elden Ring network test impressions: 12 things I learned as a Dark Souls fan
Elden Ring network test impressions: 12 things I learned as a Dark Souls fan. The significance of Ashes of War system, utility of guard counter, new gameplay possibilities, and more.
