Sid Meier's Ace Patrol Some (many) years ago the Humble Bundle shop offered every Civilization game from III-V in one cheap package, along with some other Sid Meier creations. Most if not all of those games have been on the shelf till now. Without any cutscenes or even so much as a menu stopping me, … Continue reading Steam Cleaning #6-7: Sid Meier’s Ace Patrol (and Pacific Skies)
The Obsidian Path by Michael R. Fletcher — A Review
The Obsidian Path trilogy… where do I begin? I originally went in search of a book like 'Dark Souls,' then was directed to Black Stone Heart. That book was not at all what I was looking for, but might have been a great deal better. I got sucked in. On release, I bought and read … Continue reading The Obsidian Path by Michael R. Fletcher — A Review
Steam Cleaning #5: Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP
EP? Extended Play? Isn't that like an album thing? Yes. Yes it is. S:S&S is an atmospheric synth album disguised as a point and click adventure game. It isn't a very convincing disguise. Even the main menu has a vinyl record in the background. The point and click adventure itself is very tongue-in-cheek. The dialogue … Continue reading Steam Cleaning #5: Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP
Lightblade by Zamil Akhtar — A Review
Lightblade's greatest strength is also its only weakness. The dream layers that entangle and rest alongside the story provide its greatest mysteries and moments, but also draw the reader into a twisty plot that is sometimes hard to follow. At its core, Lightblade is fun. Versatile lightsabers and an extremely fun magic system mixed with … Continue reading Lightblade by Zamil Akhtar — A Review
Steam Cleaning #4: Figment
This was backtracking with a backing track. Some puzzle games test your ingenuity and push the limits of how you think about video games. Some use unique mechanics and use physics or tools to give the player multiple ways to approach situation. And then there are some puzzle games that test only the player's patience. … Continue reading Steam Cleaning #4: Figment
Golem Project Part 3
Draft 1.03 Golem Project In Progress Previous Chapter First Chapter It was midafternoon when Wessel exited the building. A small school campus unfolded before him. The sun was blinding, cutting through the surrounding cityscape in just the right direction to blaze against the brick sidewalk. The white-hot glare was cut off by a large, menacing … Continue reading Golem Project Part 3
Steam Cleaning #3: Unreal Gold
An old classic, a precursor of the Unreal Engine and games like Unreal Tournament. I picked up this piece of history a while back, played for 11 minutes, then stopped because the game nauseated me. Old shooter games have that problem. Something about the viewport and the bobbing of the camera. On this go-around I … Continue reading Steam Cleaning #3: Unreal Gold
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Steam Library Cleanout #1-2: Dead Space and Eliza
I've got a couple hundred games on Steam and Epic Game Store that sit unplayed, as most people who play games likely do. It's time to change that. Following the recommendation of several Youtubers, I created a list of all the game I have played less than an hour of. My goal: Whenever I want … Continue reading Steam Library Cleanout #1-2: Dead Space and Eliza
Cradle of Sea and Soil by Bernie Anés Paz — A Review
This is a story about two people proving their worth and trying to find their place in this world. Narune and his mother, Colibri, were born as Halfborn. Fated to die, considered too dangerous to live, but despite the vows of their people they survive as outcasts. And now, as danger ramps up and the … Continue reading Cradle of Sea and Soil by Bernie Anés Paz — A Review
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