Recent reviews by ZephyrAM

If Chasm isn't the game you wanted, then you didn't want a Metroidvania.

Chasm is the epitome of everything that makes the genre what it is - exploration, fighting through halls of enemies, getting gear to open up more exploration, panicking to reach that next save point to heal. Admittedly, much of the content development seems to be focused around the procedurally created environment, so if you're not interested in replaying the game, or in it being layed out differently each time, then you may not get as much out of this game as others. Still, a solid 8 hours for a Metroidvania is nothing to brush aside (and that's just for some. Still plenty of game left after I passed that mark).

And the controls... exactly what I feel they should be. Responsive, predictable, and smooth. Full control of your jumps and different weapon types with varying swing delays - it's like playing Symphony of the Night all over again. I can't comprehend how controls can be a common complaint in other reviews, except when they try to compare to more fast paced, action-y games like Dead Cells which don't use delays, just constant attacks and movement. It depends on what you want to play though - Castlevania (Chasm) or 2D Warframe (Dead Cells).

Story elements are light on the surface, just a basic 'help our townsfolk' on the surface, but includes extra bits of lore about what's really going on underneath littered throughout the dungeons. Definitely not enough for story buffs, but it's interesting enough.

Waited five years for this game, and the only possible disappointment will come when it's time to put the controller down ^_^

Edit:
Okay, so a few other disappointments ;).

Gear is awkwardly paced through the game. By the time you can afford to buy from the blacksmith, you've probably found better from drops or chests. By the time you have enough metal bars to craft gear with the blacksmith, you almost certainly don't need any of it.

Money is similar. In the start when it would be useful, it's hard to come by (understandably so), but once it starts rolling in easier, there's not much to use it on. I bought all the magic spells just because I could, and from there, I imagine I'll burn everything I get off on the random stat increase scroll - since you can apparently buy more then one. Being stronger is good, right?

Well, it would be more so if there was a New Game+ mode. There's only so much point in buffing stats near the end. Maybe it'll get added in the future though.

So all around, I still enjoy the combat and movement style, but that is really the only draw after awhile. Take it as you will.

Old school, 16-bit era RPG with just a ridiculous amount of content and customization for an RPGMaker game. Choose your team of 4 from 8 different classes, choose what stats they gain every level, and choose what skills they learn with gained SP.

Craft recipes from dropped monster loot, fish from docks across the map, get caught looting chests in cities and fight guards for the treasures.

If you like RPG's at all, you need to give this a try. And with their 'expansion' coming soon, and Last Dream 2 in the works, there's more to look forward to.

A truly entertaining game.

It's an open world, RPG-esque shooter that's heavily about loot and gear while still factoring in plenty of shooter skill. Best part - it's a co-op game. PvP sort of exists in the Dark Zone, but you better be prepared for the consequences. You can also play the game solo, at which point it becomes a standard, mission hopping shooter. Go here, kill these guys. Go there, kill those guys.

You want to enjoy it? Play with someone else.

And don't fear the bullet sponge talk. Normal, level appropriate enemies will fall to single headshots from proper weapons. Marksman rifle or close range shotgun do the trick easy. The not normal enemies (purple and gold) are brick walls, yes, but they're basically mini bosses (or bosses). Even then, you can drop them fast with good aim and gear.

If you're looking for a co-op, persistent world experience, try it out. The game's what you make of it.

'Hero and Daughter' is a silly game at its core, so don't expect a serious storyline. The interactions and cut scenes are fun though, and there's a ton of characters (girls) for you to choose from for you team.

Once you unlock them by finding enough Summon Stone's that is.

Beyond that, the game's a dungeon crawler that has you repeatedly delving into four different areas (based on your level), gathering treasure, fighting monsters, and moving toward the Dark Lord at the end of the fourth dungeon. Simple, but hard to put down. For the price, definitely recommend it.

A very fun creature collector/battler akin to Pokemon and other such games.

It is lacking in the RPG department, with point and click exploration/questing and no actual movement control, but the creature customization and battling is very enjoyable and definitely worth a try. Expect to do some grinding to get through the game and even level up your Solari (creatures) though, but again, the combat system is the game's number one focus feature right now, so if you don't enjoy it, you won't enjoy the game.

You don't have to spend a dime in the cash shop. Play the game more and you can achieve it all in game, or spend real money to speed up the process.

'Love' this game, seriously! One of my favorite games of its type!
... Unfortunately, the PC port here isn't remotely optimized. It asks more of my computer then the most high end game from 2013. It's ridiculous XD

A very enjoyable little 'interactive story' that certainly takes you through events you didn't expect, and it's quite an experience overall. Life is a tangled mess, and I think at the end, we'd all like a better ending.

Everyone should try this game! It takes everything worthwhile from the 3D platformers of its age, improves upon the forumla with fun abilities, and adds an interesting story on top of it all. I'll admit, the main character looks a bit weird, but don't let that deter you! Instant classic, right here.

Easily one of the best F2P game's I've seen, and the action gameplay is top rate! Check it out for something fast paced and easy to drop in and out of. It's sort of an MMO, but with the instanced Gulid Wars zones outside of town. A great game!

An amazingly fun game; literally pulling bulidings down on top of enemies never really gets old. Fun guns, powers, and dialog keep you wanting to play... and if that weren't enough, there's New Game Plus and a 1-4 player Horde mode. Great game, and don't let any review tell you otherwise!