1954 Alcatraz is more mature and “American” than most of Daedalic’s work; the game explores and embraces the social diversity of San Francisco, as well as the brutal, fight-ridden despair of prison. It has its whimsical moments, but it definitely shows its film noir influences.
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This week’s marquee 3DS release, Project X Zone is a mash-up celebration of Namco Bandai, Capcom and Sega’s most Japan-centric franchises. Of course, the celebration doesn’t work so well when you haven’t heard of them! Here’s a profile of those protagonists who haven’t made a Stateside appearance. READ MORE
Diablo III? Didn’t that game release last year? Well yes, there was a game by that name, but with just a few key changes, the console release is shaping up to be something very different. Oh, and you can play this game offline! READ MORE
Castle of Illusion isn’t really for kids.
The game may star Mickey Mouse, but just like its 16-bit predecessor, this new downloadable title can be punishingly hard. Jumps have to be precise. Levels require pattern memorization. Health starts low and stays low, as do weapon supplies, and checkpoints are few and far between. READ MORE
Sonic has had a long and winding past, but after the celebrated nostalgia of Generations, it’s time for the series to once again look forward. Sonic Lost World, a Nintendo-exclusive entry in the series, is trying the little-bit-of-everything approach. READ MORE
