New video games are constantly being released. Here is where we talk about some of the really good ones.
Graphics in video games have come a long way in the last five decades. There was a time when the 8-bit capability of the NES was considered groundbreaking. Then came 3D games, adding a totally new dimension to the way we play. Nowadays AAA games feature massive, open worlds with ridiculous amounts of visual detail. As developers continue to push the limits of video game graphics, it has us wondering…what’s next?
Halloween is right around the corner. It is the perfect time of year to play a horror game. Over the last twenty years the horror genre has exploded in popularity. Nowadays there are so many quality titles to choose from. Today we are taking a look at three of our favorites.
Vanquish is a third-person shooter game developed by PlatinumGames and published by SEGA. It was released on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 consoles in 2010. Ten years later the game was remastered for the Xbox One and Playstation 4. Vanquish is a high-octane, memorable third-person shooter that delivers.
The release of Halo Infinite is right around the corner. We are huge fans and excited for the latest game installment. It is no secret that Halo is one of the most successful first-person shooter game franchises in history. The first game (Halo: Combat Evolved) was released on the original Xbox in 2001. While the basic gameplay formula that made the original so successful has stayed (relatively) the same, the weapons have evolved a bit over the years.
Minecraft is the most popular game in the world. And for good reason. It has a massive community that allows players to craft amazing virtual worlds. As the game has expanded over the last decade, players are now able to create almost anything in block form. The talent in the Minecraft creator community is stronger than ever and the builds are mind-blowing.
Castle Crashers is a beat ’em up game released by The Behemoth in 2008. Originally released on the Xbox Live Arcade (Xbox 360), it would eventually find its way to all major gaming consoles and PC. Castle Crashers was considered a commercial hit. The unique art style and incredible cooperative gameplay resonated with players, giving the game serious staying power in the market.
Devil May Cry is a 3D action-adventure game released on the Playstation 2 by Capcom in 2001. The main character is Dante, a half-devil human who hunts demons using swords and guns. Throughout the game the player will encounter a variety of enemies, bosses and puzzles. Devil May Cry is highly regarded for its stylized blend of melee and ranged combat, which resulted in a number of sequels being released for the game franchise over the years.
Spelunky 2 is a 2D platformer game developed by Mossmouth and BlitWorks. It is the sequel to Spelunky, one of the highest praised rougelikes of all-time. Spelunky 2 was released in 2020 for Playstation 4 and Windows. It was just released on the Nintendo Switch (the version we played for the purposes of this article).
Super Crate Box is a 2D arcade game created by Vlambeer and initially released on Windows (PC) in 2010. In 2019 it would make its way to the Nintendo Switch. Super Crate Box was met with positive reception by players and many members of the gaming press.
Guacamelee! is a 2D Metroidvania game initially released by DrinkBox Studios in 2013. The game was met with incredible reception, earning high review scores. In 2014 DrinkBox released an enhanced version of the game, Guacamelee!: Super Turbo Championship Edition (which we played for the purposes of this article).