5. Outlast (PC, PS4 (2014) )
Pros: For a game that only goes for $20 (If you’re lucky enough, Steam sales sometimes drop Outlast to $10 or lower). The eerie and morbid atmosphere of the game will make your skin crawl, forcing you to peek around corners in preparation of getting attacked by psychopathic monsters. The gameplay is somewhat reminiscent of the Condemned series where you find yourself using the camera and a light source just to venture around one of the creepiest places ever. Oh and did I mention how gorgeous the graphics are, especially the camcorder effects when you have it equipped?
Cons: Although I wouldn't really consider it a con, Outlast does lack a fighting system. The gameplay is really focused solely on the stealth with survival a crucial aspect of the game. Even just a push button or some way to fight back would be helpful, but then again it shouldn't really affect the game much.
Pros: For a game that only goes for $20 (If you’re lucky enough, Steam sales sometimes drop Outlast to $10 or lower). The eerie and morbid atmosphere of the game will make your skin crawl, forcing you to peek around corners in preparation of getting attacked by psychopathic monsters. The gameplay is somewhat reminiscent of the Condemned series where you find yourself using the camera and a light source just to venture around one of the creepiest places ever. Oh and did I mention how gorgeous the graphics are, especially the camcorder effects when you have it equipped?
Cons: Although I wouldn't really consider it a con, Outlast does lack a fighting system. The gameplay is really focused solely on the stealth with survival a crucial aspect of the game. Even just a push button or some way to fight back would be helpful, but then again it shouldn't really affect the game much.
4. Sonic All-Stars Transformed (Wii-U, PC, PS3, Xbox 360, 3DS, PSVita, iOS, Android)
Pros: It’s like Mario Kart but for PC (with a hint of Diddy Kong Racing in terms of using planes and boats). Using a gaming controller makes this game even better than it already is since the drifting mechanics in this game are fun and very easy to use. Along with the colorful and bright stages, the remixed versions of the original games’ songs will catch your attention (E.G.: The Jet Set Radio maps have the songs from the actual Dreamcast game but remixed into a faster paced version to incorporate it with the atmosphere of the race). The character selection is great, especially with all of Sega’s lovable mascots and with even Steam/Valve characters like Team Fortress 2 and etc. Sonic All Stars Racing Transformed boasts a variety of game modes, so you and your friends won't be stuck playing races over and over. Also, Sonic All Stars supports up to 10 players online.
Cons: It feels tedious having to choose a next level after winning or beating one (especially in Multiplayer). They should just have a continuous cycle of maps like the tournaments in Mario Kart. Water races, in my opinion, ruin the momentum of the race because of its awkward handling, GTA 4 style (where turning a vehicle is a hassle especially if you put too much pressure suddenly causing your vehicle to turn too hard and spin out of control). Buying characters sometimes takes a long time because you have to earn stars, the in-game currency, and stats you can unlock sometimes give your characters less of an upgrade and more of a handicap.
3. Grand Theft Auto V (PS3, Xbox 360, PC (??) )
Pros: It’s GTA! The amount of activities, missions and interactivity in this game is massive. The story is pretty well thought out and the implementation of 3 protagonists each with a background story of their own just keeps the player immersed and entertained without the gameplay becoming too boring and repetitive. Although the radio stations have a variety of shitty artists; the Motown and Funk radio station make up for it. The driving mechanics are improved and the shooting system is just top-notch. The map is incredibly huge and the graphics are gorgeous as it tries to simulate a recreated version of Southern California.
Cons: Online can be quite annoying especially with the glitches (e.g.: randomly spawning trucks in the middle of the freeway and things clipping into each other). You cannot avoid playing with assholes who just try to murder you randomly online just to steal your money or for fun (although it can be solved by making your own private online game). San Fierro and Las Venturas are yet to be seen or heard from any DLC news or in-game. No actual modern rock music and instead they give us Brittney Spears, Rihanna and Future…
2. NBA 2K14 (PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, iOS, Android)
Pros: The game may be a bit similar to last year with the exception of the new blocking system, which gives characters a better chance of decreasing the opponents FG %. New shoes! Lebron’s story mode is pretty nifty, especially seeing what it would be like if he joined any other teams other than the Heat or Cavaliers. Equippable stats like Dimer (better chance of getting assists and improving a teammates shot %) and Deadeye (shot accuracy increased) actually affect the style of gameplay now whereas the previous one did nothing.
Cons: I’d say that Lebron’s taste in music is definitely crappy and commercialized. Blurred Lines is overplayed during the menus and Drake’s “Started From The Bottom” song annoyingly starts off once you load the game. Pick and roll mechanics still suffer with players sliding into positions instead of having their feet planted. Clipping is still an issue and sometimes the shorts textures glitch so much they get sucked inside the player’s body. In regards to the visuals, they kept the current gen and PC versions the same and basically the rosters and face textures are just recycled from last years. Missing dunk packages, modes and the “new” crossover system are a pain too.
1. State Of Decay (Xbox 360 XBLA, PC)
Pros: It’s an open-world, zombie survival game! What more
can you expect? Traveling around the massive city in this game is a joy, especially with teammates around you helping you out. The loot system is pretty
simple and useful especially if you have a large backpack equipped for more
storage space. Having a stamina bar in this game is such a good element because once your character feels fatigued, you get that sense of
urgency to get away from a horde. The variety of zombies in this game makes the
experience less monotonous and repetitive. The weapon collection reminds me a little bit of Borderlands, and how there are a number of them and
how each has its own perk or stats. This game also includes multiple
protagonists for your choosing just in case you don’t like the character you
start off with, and each character, like the weapons, has his/her own perks and
skill set.
Cons: Driving in this game is a little bit clunky and sometimes I find myself crashing into things a lot. Sometimes playing the game reminds me a little bit of Saints Row 2 and 3 and how most animations are a little over the top and unrealistic. Saving in this game is automatic but can be a pain in the ass sometimes because it’s very selective on when it wants to save. The one thing that disappointed me the most in the PC version was the removal of multiplayer co-op. Somehow the developers just dropped their keyboards and planners and said “ F-it”. Nice one, Undead Labs.
Cons: Driving in this game is a little bit clunky and sometimes I find myself crashing into things a lot. Sometimes playing the game reminds me a little bit of Saints Row 2 and 3 and how most animations are a little over the top and unrealistic. Saving in this game is automatic but can be a pain in the ass sometimes because it’s very selective on when it wants to save. The one thing that disappointed me the most in the PC version was the removal of multiplayer co-op. Somehow the developers just dropped their keyboards and planners and said “ F-it”. Nice one, Undead Labs.
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