Video Game Review: Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous Overall Rating: 8.5/10 Introduction Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, developed by Owlcat Games and published by META Publishing, is an isometric role-playing game (RPG) released on September 2, 2021, for Microsoft Windows and macOS, with subsequent releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and a cloud-based version for…
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Throne for a Loop: Navigating the Intrigues of Kingmaker in Classic CRPG Fashion
Video Game Review: Pathfinder: Kingmaker Overall Rating: 8.0/10 Introduction Pathfinder: Kingmaker, developed by Owlcat Games and published by Deep Silver, is an isometric role-playing game (RPG) released on September 25, 2018, for Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux. Based on Paizo Publishing’s Pathfinder franchise, the game draws inspiration from classic CRPGs like Baldur’s Gate and Neverwinter…
Tyranny: Embracing the Dark Side of Role-Playing
Video Game Review: Tyranny and Its Expansions Overall Rating: 8.0/10 Introduction Tyranny, developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Paradox Interactive, is a role-playing game (RPG) released on November 10, 2016, for Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux platforms. Utilizing the same engine as Pillars of Eternity, Tyranny distinguishes itself by placing players in a…
Pillars of Eternity II: A Mast-erpiece of Role-Playing Adventure
Video Game Review: Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire Overall Rating: 8.8/10 Introduction Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire, developed by Obsidian Entertainment and released in May 2018, is the sequel to the critically acclaimed Pillars of Eternity. This role-playing game (RPG) continues the rich narrative of its predecessor, introducing players to the Deadfire Archipelago—a vast, open-world…
Pillars of Eternity: A New Classic in Isometric RPGs
Video Game Review: Pillars of Eternity and Its Expansions Overall Rating: 9.0/10 Introduction Pillars of Eternity, developed by Obsidian Entertainment and released in 2015, is a role-playing game (RPG) that pays homage to classic isometric RPGs like Baldur’s Gate and Planescape: Torment. Funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign, the game immerses players in the rich,…
Say Your Vows: A Marriage Between Skyrim and Pillars of Eternity
Video Game Review: Avowed Overall Rating: 8.2/10 Avowed, developed by Obsidian Entertainment and released on February 18, 2025, is an action role-playing game set in the richly woven universe of Eora, previously explored in the Pillars of Eternity series. This title marks Obsidian’s ambitious foray into a first-person RPG experience, blending deep narrative elements with…
Mythical Makeover: Age of Mythology Retold Reawakens a Classic
Overall Rating: 8.0/10 Introduction Age of Mythology: Retold is a modern remaster of the classic 2002 real-time strategy game developed by Ensemble Studios. This updated version aims to rejuvenate the original experience with enhanced visuals, rebalanced gameplay, and new content, appealing to both nostalgic players and newcomers to the series. It filled me with A…
Swearing Fealty: A Dive into Oath’s Chronicles of Empire and Exile
Board Game Review: Oath: Chronicles of Empire and Exile Overall Rating: 8.5/10 Introduction Oath: Chronicles of Empire and Exile, designed by Cole Wehrle and published by Leder Games, is a 1-6 player game that immerses participants in a world of political intrigue, shifting powers, and evolving narratives. Released in 2021, Oath challenges players to shape…
Strategic Harmonies: Orchestrating Victory in Songs of Silence
Video Game Review: Songs of Silence Overall Rating: 8.2/10 Introduction Songs of Silence, developed by Chimera Entertainment, is a story-rich 4X strategy game that uniquely blends exploration, fast-paced military conquest, and rogue-lite progression. Set in a visually stunning fantasy world, the game challenges players to lead one of three distinct factions, each with unique units…
“Warcraft and Chill: Azeroth’s Eternal Appeal” – a World of Warcraft Review
“World of Warcraft” (WoW), developed by Blizzard Entertainment, is an MMORPG that debuted in 2004, revolutionizing the genre with its vast world, community-driven gameplay, and rich lore. Over the years, its expansions have varied in reception, ranging from critically acclaimed to divisive. This review dissects its core gameplay, expansions, and legacy using data-driven insights and…
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