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Game previews published in 2016.
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Caravan Hands-on – Once upon a time in the Middle East
game preview04 March 2016
Caravan wants us to take up a life of a merchant in the Arabian Peninsula, and this doesn't sound bad. However, after my time spent with the game itself, I can’t help but wonder if the developers unwillingly compromised their game with half-baked ideas.
Caravan Hands-on – Once upon a time in the Middle East
Transport Fever hands-on – getting closer and closer to Transport Tycoon
game preview24 August 2016
Chasing after its famous predecessor, Transport Fever finally appears to be closing the distance – while still not perfect, it certainly looks better than its prequel in most, if not all aspects.
Transport Fever hands-on – getting closer and closer to Transport Tycoon
Mafia III extensive hands-on – it may be a sandbox, but the Mafia vibe is still here
game preview09 September 2016
Mafia III is a great unknown for the fans of the series: new background story, more focus on sandbox, and different developer. After having spent several hours with the game, we can dispel some of your doubts.
Mafia III extensive hands-on – it may be a sandbox, but the Mafia vibe is still here
Niffelheim hands-on – a Viking’s job is never done
game preview20 May 2016
We tested Niffelheim from Ellada Games, the self-proclaimed 2D open world fantasy RPG. Does the lonely journey of a Viking warrior through a frozen realm have any chance to be remembered?
Niffelheim hands-on – a Viking’s job is never done
We Happy Few hands-on - it’s not the next BioShock
game preview01 August 2016
We Happy Few was one of the biggest surprises of this year’s E3 with its Bioshock-y esthetics and a dystopian vision of Great Britain of the 60s. This game, however, holds much more secrets.
We Happy Few hands-on - it’s not the next BioShock
Civilization VI hands-on – don’t judge a game by its promo screens
game preview01 June 2016
Is it crazy to travel halfway across the world just to play a game that will be released this October for a mere hour? Perhaps. The question is: was it worth it?
Civilization VI hands-on – don’t judge a game by its promo screens
Osiris: New Dawn hands-on – unexpected survival phenomenon not unlike The Martian
game preview12 October 2016
A failed colonization attempt sets off a survival adventure on an uncharted planet. No worries though – we have our wits, tools and… a potato?
Osiris: New Dawn hands-on – unexpected survival phenomenon not unlike The Martian
Ruiner Hands-on – the love child of Hotline Miami and Ghost in the Shell
game preview09 June 2016
During our visit in Warsaw we had the opportunity to try out Ruiner, the debut project from Reikon Games. Their work features outstanding aesthetics as well as highly addictive, fast-paced and demanding gameplay. Hotline Miami fans, this one's for you.
Ruiner Hands-on – the love child of Hotline Miami and Ghost in the Shell
Tyranny Hands-on – new RPG from the creators of Pillars of Eternity
game preview24 June 2016
A new classic RPG is in development at Obsidian, and at first glance it looks like a cork that’s going to be plugged into the hole between the first and the second part of Pillars of Eternity. The devil, however, is in the detail.
Tyranny Hands-on – new RPG from the creators of Pillars of Eternity
Factorio Hands-on – next-gen tycoon with a 90s look
game preview08 April 2016
The Czech Factorio is one of the productions that prove you shouldn’t judge a game by its graphics. Behind the dirt-gray and brownish-green sprites straight from the 90s hides one of the most intricate tycoons of the recent years.
Factorio Hands-on – next-gen tycoon with a 90s look
Phantaruk Hands-on – Polish idea for Alien: Isolation
game preview20 July 2016
In space no one can hear you scream. Phantaruk is an upcoming Polish survival horror set in space. We’ve had a chance to try it out and see whether it’s Amnesia in space, or Dead Space without combat.
Phantaruk Hands-on – Polish idea for Alien: Isolation
We're in space, CUPtain! – the new Prey may be one of the most intriguing FPSs in recent years
game preview22 August 2016
At gamescom Prey proved that it’s worth the wait. Good visuals, great atmosphere, brilliant enemies and weapons, as well as the ability to become a coffee mug. I feel like there's a breath of fresh air coming to modern FPSs.
We're in space, CUPtain! – the new Prey may be one of the most intriguing FPSs in recent years
Heliborne Hands-on – World of Helicopters
game preview05 July 2016
We’ve had tanks, warplanes, and warships, so it’s high time for helicopters. Heliborne is a multiplayer game by JetCatGames allowing you to fight 8v8 battles in helis, with an emphasis on cooperation and capturing territory.
Heliborne Hands-on – World of Helicopters
Bohemian Killing Preview – Will the courtroom adventure game taking place in 19th-century Paris set new standards in the genre?
game preview17 March 2016
Polish studio The Moonwalls, a one-man project, aims to create something unprecedented in the history of video games: a courtroom drama featuring a completely non-linear structure. The initial announcements are way too promising to pass up on this one.
Bohemian Killing Preview – Will the courtroom adventure game taking place in 19th-century Paris set new standards in the genre?
Driftland: The Magic Revival Hands-on – a fantastic blend of Heroes and Majesty
game preview27 June 2016
Polish gamedev veterans united under the banner of Star Drifters are devising a most interesting strategy game, which is visibly inspired by Heroes of Might and Magic and... Majesty.
Driftland: The Magic Revival Hands-on – a fantastic blend of Heroes and Majesty
Dying Light: The Following hands-on – an expansion pack that outshines many full games
game preview19 January 2016
We've been in Techland's head office and spent over an hour with Dying Light: The Following there. Adding vehicles and open world structure breathes a lot of fresh air into the game and actually turns the gameplay upside down.
Dying Light: The Following hands-on – an expansion pack that outshines many full games
The Guild 3 first look – The Godfather meets Game of Thrones
game preview11 September 2016
The third iteration of the medieval trade simulator is coming. Once again, we will get rich, expand our empire and take care of our family, but this time also compete with secret societies. It's time for a game of merchant thrones.
The Guild 3 first look – The Godfather meets Game of Thrones
The Bunker hands-on – a cinematic apocalypse
game preview30 August 2016
Post-apocalyptic settings are widely used in video games, but we’ve never seen one presented in such a form. The Bunker is not a game for everyone, and not everyone will consider it a game.
The Bunker hands-on – a cinematic apocalypse
SpellForce 3 hands-on – Company of Heroes with a fantasy vibe
game preview26 September 2016
After ten years of absence, the acclaimed mix of RPG and RTS makes a comeback, bringing many changes to the proven formula. Is the magic of Spellforce 3 going to be as powerful as it was a decade ago?
SpellForce 3 hands-on – Company of Heroes with a fantasy vibe
Master of Orion: Conquer the Stars Hands-on – an interstellar journey into the past
game preview23 March 2016
Master of Orion: Conquer the Stars takes us on a nostalgic journey through the '90s in an almost perfect homage to the spirit of the MicroProse's original installments.
Master of Orion: Conquer the Stars Hands-on – an interstellar journey into the past
Yandere Simulator hands-on – Hitman in a skirt or a rather disturbing high-school murder sim
game preview25 October 2016
Yandere Simulator may be one of the weirdest and most disturbing among the games which are currently developed. While it originated in the USA, it’s got a distinct, and intentional, vibe of a morbid Japanese curiosity.
Yandere Simulator hands-on – Hitman in a skirt or a rather disturbing high-school murder sim
Expeditions: Viking hands-on – hardcore mix of RPG and turn-based strategy
game preview05 October 2016
Expeditions: Viking is a complex mix of RPG and turn-based strategy, where the fans of the previous installment in the franchise – Conquistador – will feel at home.
Expeditions: Viking hands-on – hardcore mix of RPG and turn-based strategy
Torment: Tides of Numenera impressions – will it be the best RPG game of all times?
game preview27 January 2016
After spending a dozen or so hours with the beta of Torment: Tides of Numenera, all I can say is that inXile Entertainment caused me a true torment. It is the torment of waiting for the release of the sequel to the cult Planescape: Torment.
Torment: Tides of Numenera impressions – will it be the best RPG game of all times?
IS Defense preview - the creators of Hatred go for war with the Islamic State
game preview09 February 2016
The creators of Hatred are currently working on a new big project, but in the meantime they play to give us a much smaller game. IS Defense is a simple shooter in which you fight with the Islamic State, and we had a chance to play it.
IS Defense preview - the creators of Hatred go for war with the Islamic State
Elex Hands-on – the most ambitious game from creators of Gothic and Risen
game preview13 June 2016
Elex, the new game from Piranha Bytes, combines elements of Gothic with a completely new universe. We’ve had the opportunity to see and try out the game for ourselves.
Elex Hands-on – the most ambitious game from creators of Gothic and Risen
Shadow Warrior 2 hands-on – it's not just the remake's sequel
game preview13 May 2016
Guts flying, blood spilled all over the place, and rather unsophisticated humor. Shadow Warrior 2 certainly isn’t a game to play with your little brother. But it is fun and, while being a remake, it manages to introduce something fresh.
Shadow Warrior 2 hands-on – it's not just the remake's sequel
Deliver Us the Moon hands-on - An astronaut saves the world
game preview17 February 2016
There’s a good chance that many of you missed out on becoming an astronaut. Until now that is, because Deliver Us The Moon puts us in the shoes of an unusual astronaut, someone even beyond the most daring space explorers. It's time to save the human race.
Deliver Us the Moon hands-on - An astronaut saves the world
Realpolitiks Hands-on – a little grand strategy game inspired by games from Paradox
game preview29 June 2016
Realpolitiks is a rather plain strategy game, borrowing some concepts from the Swedes at Paradox. What sets it apart is the modern setting and simplified, more user-friendly mechanics.
Realpolitiks Hands-on – a little grand strategy game inspired by games from Paradox
The Long Journey Home first impressions – a mix of space survival, strategy, and roguelike
game preview03 March 2016
During the Daedalic Days in Hamburg, we had a chance to see The Long Journey Home – the debut of Daedalic West studio. Although we are nowhere near being short on survivals, this one is particularly interesting due to its great emphasis on diplomacy.
The Long Journey Home first impressions – a mix of space survival, strategy, and roguelike
Impressions of Squad – Project Reality’s successor holds its own under fire
game preview04 January 2016
Squad – a tactical FPS and spiritual sequel to the famous Project Reality mod was recently made available on Steam Early Access. Despite being an early alpha, the game proves itself to be quite playable and glitch-free.
Impressions of Squad – Project Reality’s successor holds its own under fire