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Mario Kart 8(Wii U)Developer: Nintendo EAD Group No. 1Publisher: NintendoRelease Date: May 30, 2014MSRP: $59.99
Mario Kart 8is my favorite series entry sinceDouble Dash, and if it gets arena battle tracks at some point by way of DLC, it will be a near-perfect package. Its vibrant visuals will hold up for years to come, ensuring that the game will withstand the test of time, and it will be a staple in my household for a long, long while.
Verdict: 9/10 –Read the fullMario Kart 8review
Ether One(PC)Developer: White Paper GamesPublisher:White Paper GamesReleased: March 25, 2014MRSP: $19.99
Ether Onenails its puzzles, atmosphere, and sound (ambient and voice acting). It also nails its story — whether or not you decide to fully unravel its world and its mysteries — culminating in a, well, refreshing, smart finale that will stay on my mind for years to come.
Verdict: 9/10 –Read the fullEther Onereview
The Walking Dead Season Two: In Harm’s Way(iPad, iPhone, Mac, PC [reviewed], PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, Xbox 360)Developer: Telltale GamesPublisher: Telltale GamesRelease: June 17, 2025 (PC, PS3) / TBA (iOS, Vita, Xbox 360)MSRP: $4.99 (Each Episode)
Episode three was probably my favorite from season one ofThe Walking Dead —so far, I’m feeling the same way aboutIn Harm’s Way. Based on the preview the next tale seems to be a buffer of sorts before an explosive end, and I’m really looking forward to seeing how Clementine’s journey ends. You hooked me yet again, Telltale.
Verdict: 8.5/10 –Read the fullThe Walking Dead Season Two: In Harm’s Wayreview
Super Time Force(Xbox 360 [reviewed], Xbox One)Developer: Capybara GamesPublisher: Capybara GamesRelease date: May 14, 2014MSRP: $14.99
All told,Super Time Forceis a satisfying run-and-gun game made even better with a fun (and funny!) take on time travel. It’s as enjoyable to play as it is to look at. You’ll likely be able to burn through the game in a few hours if you’re not going for full completion, but it has such a winning personality that you’ll find yourself coming back for more.
Verdict: 9/10 –Read the fullSuper Time Forcereview
Demon Gaze(PS Vita)Developer: Kadokawa GamesPublisher: NIS AmericaReleased: April, 2014MRSP: $39.99
You’ll have to have plenty of patience and a pretty good imagination to get the most out ofDemon Gaze. The dungeon crawling is great and the NPC interactions outside of the dungeons are fun, but it’s insanely challenging (even on the easiest setting) and the high level of repetition and mostly static presentation could get to you after some time. And you’ll also have to be okay with the game’s many horny NPC situations as they didn’t skimp on the fan service.
Verdict: 7/10 –Read the fullDemon Gazereview
Cloudbuilt(PC)Developer: CoilworksPublisher: Rising Star GamesReleased: March 20, 2014MRSP: $19.99
Cloudbuiltis frustrating. It’s frustrating to play and frustrating to recommend. I like the style, I like the parkour mechanics overall, but there’s a lot of junk to contend with. The antagonistic design (minefieldseverywhere)is one thing, but the unforgiving checkpoints and limited lives lead to a lot of repetition. Meanwhile, the combat ends up about as unsatisfying asMirror’s Edge, with worse enemies that either absorb too many bullets or deflect them with shields anyway. If you want something that is going to fight you every step of the way as you shave seconds off of run times (and you have a strong pinky finger), this is for you.
Verdict: 6/10 –Read the fullCloudbuiltreview
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle(PS3)Developer: CyberConnect2Publisher: Bandai Namco GamesRelease Date: April 29, 2014MSRP: $49.99
Overall, despite its shortcomings,Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battleis a colorful spectacle that both fans of the anime and future fans of the anime will want to pick up and experience, even if just to watch a man use only his upper body strength after hopping off his horse to hold his own in combat. It’s funky, gorgeous, and oozing with style. And where it comes up short, it simultaneously delivers in terms of fanservice and content. You won’t be putting it down for quite some time, unless, you know, you need some time toeat a few more breads in your life.
