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Game reviews published in 2016.
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Cossacks 3 review – a sad return to the past
game review21 September 2016
The Cossacks are back, marking their return with the sound of pipes and the roar of cannons. Unfortunately, the third game in the series that is especially popular in Europe comes with the same advantages and disadvantages as it did 16 years ago.
Cossacks 3 review – a sad return to the past
The Way Review – revive your love in pixel art
game review03 June 2016
Drawing inspiration from cult classics such as Another World or Flashback is a commendable thing to do. Still, is this simply a marketing ploy or did the creators actually succeed at bringing back the spirit of these great ‘90s games?
The Way Review – revive your love in pixel art
Samorost 3 Review: A fairy-tale journey through images and sounds
game review06 April 2016
The Czechs at Amanita Design have invited us on a journey through fantastical worlds. This fascinating experience will be a source of delight to those who value aesthetics and attention to detail above all else.
Samorost 3 Review: A fairy-tale journey through images and sounds
American Truck Simulator review - This is the best simulator ever
game review29 January 2016
We waited for so long for American Truck Simulator and it's heading to stores as we speak. This game shows how a proper truck sim should look like. ETS 2 can finally rest in peace.
American Truck Simulator review - This is the best simulator ever
XCOM 2 review – UFO 2: Enemy Well-known
game review05 February 2016
The tactical strategy series that says no to aliens makes a comeback once again. After the success of Enemy Unknown and Enemy Within the bar has been set high for XCOM 2, yet it emerges mostly victorious from its battle with gamer expectations.
XCOM 2 review – UFO 2: Enemy Well-known
Total War: Warhammer review – Old World in new garments
game review31 May 2016
Warhammer + Total War is among the most basic mathematical equations – come to think about it, it’s actually surprising that it took that long for Creative Assembly to finally make this game. Today we know that it was totally worth the wait.
Total War: Warhammer review – Old World in new garments
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun review – commandos gone samurai
game review06 December 2016
18 years – this much time has passed since the release of the first Commandos. Today, in Shadow Tactics, its spirit returns along with the magic of isometric tactical stealth games – they were difficult, a bit rough around the edges, but also fun to play.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun review – commandos gone samurai
Grim Dawn Review – worthy heir to Titan Quest
game review02 March 2016
The creators of the magnificent Titan Quest certainly didn’t rush their next project, but after years of hard work, we have finally got it. Grim Down is a surprisingly good hack’n’slash, and a solid base for further growth.
Grim Dawn Review – worthy heir to Titan Quest
Deponia Doomsday Review – What a wonderful apocalypse
game review01 March 2016
Deponia – a beloved series of adventure games that came back quite unexpectedly. In our review of the fourth installment entitled Doomsday we answer the question whether Rufus & Co's return is as good as previous games.
Deponia Doomsday Review – What a wonderful apocalypse
Obduction review – beautiful, difficult, captivating
game review02 September 2016
A first-person adventure game that’s neither survival nor horror? Obduction draws from the classics of the genre as a spiritual successor to the Myst series.
Obduction review – beautiful, difficult, captivating
The Final Station review – next stop: post-apocalypse
game review02 September 2016
From the very first trailer The Final Station looked like a lovechild of This War of Mine and the “old but gold” Transarctica. Sounds wonderful, but is it really?
The Final Station review – next stop: post-apocalypse
Hearts of Iron IV Review – The Art of War
game review08 June 2016
After seven long years, Hearts of Iron makes a big comeback. Ladies and gentlemen, the season for sleepless nights full of orders, international schemes, and endless taste of defeat is now officially open!
Hearts of Iron IV Review – The Art of War
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection
game review02 November 2016
Does Civilization VI offer more at launch than Civ V did? Definitely. This doesn’t mean, though, that the developers managed to top Civilization V with all of its expansions – they almost did; except “almost” makes all the difference in this case.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI review – one turn short of perfection
Stellaris Review – Paradox conquers outer space
game review14 May 2016
The long-awaited Stellaris has taken over the universe… and Steam. Devs from Paradox have created an amazing space 4X game. And despite some shortcomings, it’s hard not to get hooked on it.
Stellaris Review – Paradox conquers outer space
Tom Clancy’s The Division Review: It’s decent, but where do we go from here?
game review22 March 2016
Tom Clancy's The Division was supposed to be a terrific game aiming to attract a new kind of players to Ubisoft. Ultimately, we got a mix of ideas that don’t always add up, and you can really feel that the game is missing something.
Tom Clancy’s The Division Review: It’s decent, but where do we go from here?
The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine Review – A fairy-tale duchy tinged with blood
game review25 May 2016
With its second expansion the Witcher 3 franchise bids us farewell – at least for a while. The idea to send the witcher on a trip to Toussaint proves to be a great call and an amazing idea for a closure of sorts.
The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine Review – A fairy-tale duchy tinged with blood
Darkest Dungeon review – a captivating RPG for the determined ones
game review01 February 2016
The most demanding game of the recent months is here. Darkest Dungeon is a hardcore RPG that you will love… or hate.
Darkest Dungeon review – a captivating RPG for the determined ones
Crudelis review – how many choices can you make in 60 minutes?
game review26 January 2016
Crudelis is an independent Polish game which is advertised as “RPG combining Prince of Persia with The Witcher”. What would you do in the last hour of your life?
Crudelis review – how many choices can you make in 60 minutes?
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Review – lesser sibling of Human Revolution
game review23 August 2016
Developing a sequel that surpasses the original is always a challenge. In case of Mankind Divided, the goal was partly achieved. While the gameplay hits all the right notes, the plot leaves something to be desired.
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Review – lesser sibling of Human Revolution
Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy
game review30 November 2016
Planet Coaster is a great come-back of roller coaster tycoons. The game gives the fans everything they expected, and though the economy system could be more demanding, the production as a whole is an outstanding sandbox.
Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy
Bohemian Killing Review – great idea with poor delivery
game review26 July 2016
We’ve looked into the case of Alfred Ethon, the main actor of the legal drama by Polish developer, The Moonwalls. Does Phoenix Wright have anything to be afraid of?
Bohemian Killing Review – great idea with poor delivery
Pillars of Eternity: The White March Part II review – The final chapter of the classic RPG adventure
game review16 February 2016
The time has come for the second - and final - expansion for Pillars of Eternity. Once again we visit the White March, and we get to pick up some plotlines that we already know from the first part.
Pillars of Eternity: The White March Part II review – The final chapter of the classic RPG adventure
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak review – a galaxy’s worth of sand
game review11 February 2016
Real-time strategy games, as a genre, are dying. That’s why every new RTS premiere I see is a reason to celebrate. All the more so if the game belongs to one of my favorite series.
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak review – a galaxy’s worth of sand
The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues
game review22 April 2016
The success of the first Banner Saga – an unusual video game resembling a Nordic tale – has raised hopes of the fans for an equally satisfying sequel. It looks like the newest production from Stoic Games is going to meet those expectations.
The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues
Firewatch review – Alone in the forest
game review08 February 2016
Firewatch seemed to be a unique game since it was first announced, and we wanted to take a look whether the game is anything more than just a "walking simulator" The result? It definitely is.
Firewatch review – Alone in the forest
This is the Police review – game about police we've all been waiting for
game review27 July 2016
Do you think that being the chief of police is a simple and relaxing job? If so, This is the Police will quickly change your mind, and it will do so in style.
This is the Police review – game about police we've all been waiting for
Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Review – The best PS4 exclusive on the market
game review05 May 2016
After several years of living in peace, Nathan Drake is back to embark on his last grand adventure. Is A Thief's End as good a conclusion as we hoped it would be?
Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Review – The best PS4 exclusive on the market
Inside Review – enthralled by the creators of Limbo
game review07 July 2016
For the last couple of years Playdead have been working hard on a new title, a follow up to the success of Limbo. Inside is the outcome. This is a gloomy journey of a little kid into the world of unethical human experiments.
Inside Review – enthralled by the creators of Limbo
Pokemon GO Review – Poor game, but a social phenomenon
game review22 July 2016
Pokemon GO needs a lot of improvements. Many things are altogether missing from the game. But it’s already obvious that it will be one of the greatest successes not only in mobile gaming, but also in the whole video game industry.
Pokemon GO Review – Poor game, but a social phenomenon
The Descendant Review – new interactive movie makes a ponderous take-off
game review31 March 2016
In life, you can either make your own rules, or blindly follow the beaten track. Swedish Game Corps studio seems to have taken the latter route, and so far this decision has only backfired.
The Descendant Review – new interactive movie makes a ponderous take-off