Planet Zoo is one of the most advanced simulation games I've ever played. While it isn't perfect, it's pretty close and is paving the way for the sim genre. There is a depth we’ve never seen in both graphics and gameplay, which allows players to feel truly connected to the world they are building. Planet Zoo will take you into your environment in a brand new way, all while raising awareness of important issues through an engaging and enjoyable g

The classic remake totally revitalized our love for the game and series overall. Pretty much everything about it was well-executed... and, I mean, c'mon. The addition of the beloved Tofu Survivor should be enough to make any Game of the Year l

What can I say? I'm a sucker for Pokemon . The jump to the Switch wasn't without its faults, yet I found myself enjoying every second of my time with the game. The Wild Area brings thrilling new content to the Galar region, the dialog is witty/corny, and the battles strike the sweet spot of being too easy and aggravatingly difficult. Many games might be more technically advanced, or tell a better story, but there isn't a game this year I enjoyed more than the latest Pokemon advent

Connor is one of the most iconic androids of all time. He is arguably the best protagonist in Detroit: Become Human, as he is more fleshed out than the other characters in the series. This detective investigates numerous cases featuring deviant androids, with players deciding whether he strays from his programming or decides to follow what his creators

There’s so much to unpack in this series that Destiny lore expert Byf suggested focusing on a single character’s story would be a better way to explore this deep, impactful narrative. That works for us, as long the one who gets his own show is the Hunter Vanguard we lost in Forsaken , Cayde-6 (press F to pay respec

Bastion's character is certainly more developed than other robot characters in the Overwatch universe. Bastion rejected his killer programming once he became aware of the world around him. Even when he was reminded of his duty, he chose beauty instead. Bastion is certainly an interesting character. Plus, he has the best bird companion of any other ro

If someone told you that they spent the last few days questing to obtain the Thong of Virtue, you would likely call them insane. Yet that is what Deathspank is all about. This parody of typical aRPG titles sets players on an epic quest to find the Artifact, a bacon-looking heirloom with unimaginable po

My boyfriend and I had been together for several years when he invited me to play Portal 2 with him. Portal 2 is a puzzle game that requires two players to coordinate with one another to solve various puzzle challenges. It sounded like a top-tier bonding experie

A walking tank, what Gibraltar loses in movement speed he makes up for in utility. In a wide-open field or the cities, his shield dome can save a team in distress. The combination of his dome and ultimate can push a team away or invite them into a close-quarters shotgun fight that Gibby will likely win with his gun shield act

It would be fascinating to see Destiny on the small screen, as there are a myriad of storylines that explore different planets and Transfer cosmetics realities. Like the games, a show could explore these narratives from the perspective of a Guardian. Different seasons could reflect the events of different expansions (I'd love more than anything to see a made-for-TV retelling of the events from the original Destiny 's The Taken King expansi

The Call of Duty games generally showcase immersive and intruging storytelling. The Modern Warfare series is, as a whole, clever and unpredictable, giving players the types of moments that cause their stomachs to sink or that bring tears to their eyes. Black Ops does this as well, doing so with creative weaponry that allows for diversity in gamep

In the modern era of storytelling, a well-done cinemagraphic companion show would allow bring the stories of the Legend of Zelda series to new generations while giving the longtime fans a chance to relive the gaming experiences that transformed their childh

BT is not a very charismatic robot like Claptrap, but his bond with another human adds so much to his character. Cooper consistently cracks jokes and BT will respond with a cold delivery. These exchanges between the two characters create a bond between the player and BT. Unfortunately, BT's loss hits so much more in the

Right in the middle, Bangalore is a safe choice, albeit hit or miss for effectiveness. Her smoke can get a team out in a pinch in the open expanses on World’s Edge or be used offensively when coupled with a thermal si

It was only through the intervention of Legion that the Geth finally managed to regain their autonomy and fight against the Reapers in Mass Effect 3 , in the best-case scenario, that is. Watching him shut down and say farewell is a surprisingly poignant moment in the ser