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Blue Protocol Trailer Shows Emotes & Stickers as Pre-Download for Japanese Release Starts Tomorrow

Bandai Namco is preparing for the Japanese release its upcoming MMORPG Blue Protocol, and a new trailer has just been published.

11:20 pm, June 5, 2023

Infini Review | TheXboxHub

Richard writes: "Stick around with Infini and it will stick around with you long after you have finished it."

11:20 pm, May 31, 2023

Amazon Gaming Week Sale: Discounts on Luna Controller - Luna+ Bundle, Fire TV Stick Bundles & More

Amazon is holding a special Amazon Gaming Week sale with significant discounts on Luna Controller and Luna+ / Fire TV Stick bundles.

5:20 pm, May 23, 2023

PlayStation CEO: Sony is Sticking to Its Current PC Strategy for PS5 Exclusives

PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan says Sony is sticking with its current plan to port PS5 exclusive games to PC two to three years after their proper console release.

11:10 pm, May 19, 2023

The nightmarish twin-stick shooter NeverAwake is coming Xbox consoles on June 29th, 2023

"The Tokyo-based (Japan) indie games developer Phoenixx and Yokohama-based (Japan) indie games developer Neotro Inc,  are today very happy and excited to announce that their nightmarish twin-stic..

11:20 am, May 19, 2023

Arc System Works Thanks Fans for Sticking With Them for 35 Years; Would Like to Explore Other Genres

Arc System Works celebrates its 35th anniversary, and its studio CEO says they want to "explore other genres" in addition to fighting games.

5:20 pm, May 17, 2023

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Producer Calls Open World 'the New Format to Proceed From'

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom builds upon the groundbreaking open world design of 2017's Breath of the Wild, and the creative leads behind the sequel have seemingly confirmed that the Zeld..

11:10 pm, May 16, 2023

Merge Survival : Wasteland is now available

Mobile developer and publisher StickyHands has announced the official launch of a new puzzle game named Merge Survival : Wasteland.

5:20 am, May 16, 2023

Darkest Dungeon 2 Review

This roguelite sequel takes a bold new direction for the turn-based tactics ideas established in the first game, but its early hours lean heavily on randomness and it can be a trial to stick with it u..

5:10 am, May 12, 2023

Meet Your Maker Review | TheXboxHub

Paul writes: "Meet Your Maker will quite possibly exceed your expectations - stick with it and something a bit special comes from repeated plays"

5:20 am, May 3, 2023

Tiny Troopers: Global Ops Review | TheXboxHub

Paul writes: "If you like a twin stick shooter, theres a lot to like with Tiny Troopers: Global Ops on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S"

5:20 am, April 24, 2023

Defeat, Heal, Sacrifice - Revita is now on Xbox and PlayStation

Neil writes: "A twin-stick roguelite platformer, Revita has previously popped up on PC and Switch, gaining some decent acclaim. Now it's time for that game to allow Xbox and PlayStation players the ch..

5:20 pm, April 21, 2023

The twin-stick time loop adventure Beyond the Long Night is now available for PC via Steam

"The Bristol-based (the UK) indie games publisher Yogscast Games and Cambridge-based (the UK) indie games developer Noisy Head Games (Steve Hollis), are today very thrilled and glad to announce that t..

5:20 am, April 18, 2023

King of Fighters 15 review - sticking to its roots | VG247

Can SNKs latest instalment in the KoF series challenge all comers and steal the fighting game crown?

6:20 pm, February 11, 2022

Vampire Survivors Early Access Review

It may look extremely basic, but if you give Vampire Survivors' clever one-stick shooter idea a chance to sink its teeth into you it might not let go for a while.

6:10 pm, February 11, 2022

Chorus - Review (Xbox Series X) - ASG

"Chorus tells the story of Nara, an ex-disciple of a cult called The Circle, and responsible for the destruction of Namika Prime. Stricken with guilt over the atrocities she committed in their name, s..

12:20 pm, February 3, 2022

Trigger Witch Review - 16-Bit Cute But Deadly Twin-Stick Shooter | COGconnected

Set in a colorful 16-bit world, Trigger Witch is a bloody twin-stick shooter where cute characters repeatedly slay monsters with firearms.

6:20 pm, January 31, 2022

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Extraction - Review ASG

"Rainbow Six: Extraction has all the trappings of a traditional Rainbox Six game, but throws us a curveball with the inclusion of Aliens. While the game initially has Left 4 Dead vibes, the stealth na..

9:14 am, January 26, 2022

Video Chums Guntech 2 Review

"Guntech 2 is an indie hidden gem that deserves a lot of attention so if you enjoy physics-based twin-stick shooting in space then you'll love everything that it has to offer. Just play it with eye pr..

12:20 pm, January 25, 2022

The hand-drawn 2D hack & slash platformer "Wekufu" is now live on Kickstarter

"The Chile-based indie games developer Stickerb Games today announced with great excitement and delight that they have just launched a Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming hand-drawn 2D hack & ..

12:20 am, January 22, 2022

Sony Files Patent for Collapsible Control Stick on New Controller

Sony has filed a new patent for a controller with collapsible control stick

12:20 am, January 17, 2022

The Gunk - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"As you travel this strange world in the hopes of a big payday, vacuum armd Rani, will encounter a long-lost secret that will cause her to dive deep into the planets mystery. While The Gunk certainly ..

6:20 am, January 3, 2022

Halo Infinite - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Halo Infinite is going to mean something different to a lot of people. Its also the first of the series to release on a subscription service, let alone having the entirety of its multiplayer availabl..

6:20 pm, December 30, 2021

PlayStation Plus free games in 2021: A bargain at any suggested retail price

The number sticks out. Unlike Microsoft, Sony doesnt mention the PlayStation Stores retail price for the free games it doles out every month in the PlayStation Plus Instant Game Collection. When we bu..

6:20 pm, December 25, 2021

Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker Review | TheSixthAxis

Endwalker marks the end of the story of Hydaelyn and Zodiark that began back more than a decade ago. Does Square Enix stick the landing?

12:20 pm, December 25, 2021

Early Access Game ANVIL: Vault Breaker Gets Its First Update

"Korean developer Action Square's ANVIL: Vault Breaker launched as an Xbox Game Preview and Steam Early Access title at the beginning of December. The twin-stick Roguelike shooter is scheduled to rece..

12:20 am, December 25, 2021

Just a Phrase by POWGI riffs on the classic Hangman game

Richard writes: "Weve all played the iconic pen-and-paper game Hangman, but have you ever stopped to think about its sinister connotations? Fail to get the right answer and your opponents has literall..

12:20 pm, December 23, 2021

Cozy Grove Winter Festival 2021 Start and End Dates - Here's When It Begins and Ends

From GameWatcher: "Cozy Grove's Winter Festival 2021 is right around the corner, bringing with it quite a bit of holiday cheer alongside a number of new activities that will only stick around for a li..

12:20 am, December 23, 2021

Alwas Collection is now physically available for the PS4 and Nintendo Switch

"Clear River Games and developer Elden Pixels have today released the acclaimed retro metroidvania platformers "Alwas Awakening" and "Alwas Legacy" to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 in the physical..

12:20 pm, December 21, 2021

The challenging twin-stick shooter/adventure game Clid the Snail is now available for PC

"The Germany-based video games publisher Koch Media and the Spain-based indie games developer Weird Beluga, today announced with great thrill and delight that their challenging twin-stick shooter/adve..

12:20 pm, December 19, 2021

Death's Door Review (Switch) - Hey Poor Player

There's a reason why Death's Door won the 2021 Golden Joystick Award for Best Indie Game -- it's damn good.

12:20 am, December 14, 2021

Kena: Bridge of Spirits Gameplay 4K offers Fantastic Visuals - Best Art Direction?

CG writes: Studio Ember Lab released Kena: Bridge of Spirits on September 21st, and whilst working suitably on Playstation 4 and even better on Playstation 5, the Unreal Engine 4 visuals overall look ..

12:20 pm, December 9, 2021

YUKI Review PlayStation VR - ThisGenGaming

TGG says: "YUKI isnt as strong a game as ARVOREs Pixel Ripped series but I still think its one of the better PlayStation VR games weve seen in 2021. Its a smooth controlling bullet hell/roguelike game..

6:20 am, December 8, 2021

Are you ready to go Beyond a Steel Sky

Neil writes: "Can you remember what you were playing in the mid-1990s? Of course, for many those years would be distant memories, but if you had a pad or joystick in hand, there's a good chance that y..

12:20 pm, December 7, 2021

Forza Horizon 5 - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Forza Horizon 5 is a damn impressive game regardless of how similar it may feel to its predecessor. The massive map size in Mexico is varied enough to keep the races engaging, and the visuals on the ..

12:20 pm, November 30, 2021

Review - Grow: Song of the Evertree (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Oliver Shellding: "If you are a huge fan of games that never seem to end Animal Crossing springs to mind Grow: Song of the Evertree is a exceedingly charming title that brings you on board, w..

6:20 am, November 23, 2021

Fae Tactics now available on Xbox and Game Pass

Neil writes: "Stick the word 'Tactics' into your title and you're sure to find appeal from a huge range of player. That's what Humble Games are doing as their strategic role-player, Fae Tactics, emerg..

6:20 am, November 19, 2021

Black Friday Daily Deals: £10 Off Nintendo Switch Games and Brand New Switch Bundle Deals

Early Black Friday deals have finally and officially kicked off at Amazon in the UK, and you can currently get a great deal on Nintendo Switch bundles. There's also discounts on Switch games, Fire TV ..

12:10 pm, November 8, 2021

Demon Turf Video Review - Innovative But Flawed | COGconnected

COG writes: 2021 has been the year of 3D platformers. With Ratchet & Clank, Psychonauts 2 and a ton of other titles waving the flag, the genre has jumped its way to the forefront of the industry. ..

6:20 pm, November 6, 2021

Nintendo Is Still Discussing What Its Next Console After the Switch Might Be

Nintendo will seemingly be sticking with the Switch for several years yet, with internal discussions for a next-generation console still taking place around a release window, and even what its concept..

6:10 pm, November 5, 2021

Video Chums Black Widow: Recharged Review

"Black Widow has been around since the origins of twin-stick shooting and this Recharged iteration does a decent job of modernizing the arcade classic but it could have done more to make it hold its o..

9:14 am, November 4, 2021

Review - Cupid Parasite (Switch) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Oliver Shellding: "Cupid Parasite was enjoyable from beginning to end, which is not something I can often say about this style of otome. Top notch voice work, enthralling soundtrack, excellent ..

6:20 pm, November 1, 2021

Tales of Arise - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Tales of Arise is a vastly thrilling adventure that offers up a wealth of great characters, some truly stunning locations to explore, and a rewarding combat system that allows for a lot of diversity ..

6:20 am, November 1, 2021

Panorama Cotton (NS) Review | VGChartz

VGChartz's Evan Norris: "Is Panorama Cotton worth your time and money? Maybe. Considering the original game's rarity and prohibitive price, it might be a worthwhile investment for collectors and Cotto..

12:20 pm, October 31, 2021

Golden Joystick 2021 nominees include Deathloop, Resident Evil, Returnal, and more

Destructoid writes: The nominees include Arkane Studios Deathloop, which is nominated in five categories, as well as other major releases including Capcoms Resident Evil Village, Housemarques sci-fi e..

12:20 pm, October 31, 2021

BabyGlitch unveils its new controller toys for the little ones

The BabyGlitch team has presented their new product, controller toys for developing tiny gamers. The toys have moveable joysticks, pushable buttons, and BPA-free silicone. There will be five true-to-s..

11:20 pm, October 30, 2021

Klang 2 Review: Intense EDM Rhythm Action - Total Gaming Addicts

When you begin to master it, Klang 2 is unbelievably engrossing. Your eyes will be darting around the screen scouting the next target as you enter a kind of zen-like trance, and the amazing quality of..

5:20 pm, October 27, 2021

Metroid Dread ASG

"Metroid Dread is a stunning return to form for the beloved bounty hunter. With a fairly substantial map to explore, enemies to destroy, and weapons to master, Samus will have to contend with nearly i..

11:20 am, October 23, 2021

Mario Party Superstars' Best Feature Is The Board Game Stickers

5:10 pm, October 21, 2021

The physics-based multiplayer game Gang Beasts is now digitally available for the Nintendo Switch

"Gang Beasts, the popular silly multiplayer game where you grab, punch, push, and throw your friends to their doom launches on Nintendo Switch via the eShop today; followed by a sticker-filled physica..

5:20 pm, October 19, 2021

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl - Review ASG

"With such a diverse cast of characters from a brand that has grown up with numerous generations of gamers, you would assume that Nickelodeon would invest heavily into creating a game that does what i..

5:20 pm, October 17, 2021

Xuan Yuan Sword 7 - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Xuan Yuan Sword 7 is likely going to be western audiences' first shot at the beloved series. This self-contained tale of Zhao and his sister Xiang is an extremely well-told one. Everything from the c..

5:20 pm, October 1, 2021

The super cheap Titan Chaser is now on Xbox One and Series X|S

Neil writes: "Walking simulators are pretty much two-a-penny, and there are a good few options which take the weight off the feet and stick you behind the wheel of a car too. But Titan Chaser combines..

5:20 pm, September 16, 2021

Life is Strange: True Colors - Review ASG

"Life is Strange: True Colors is the latest main entry into the beloved series, helmed by Before the Storms Deck Nine, the new stewards of this franchise. As Alex Chen, who has reunited with her broth..

5:20 am, September 16, 2021

Review - Clid the Snail (PS4) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "Clid the Snail is unique, but not exactly very fun. Even if its core concept stands out from the rest of its peers, it suffers from a gameplay loop that clashes with its level desig..

11:20 am, September 7, 2021

Twelve Minutes Review - Tickles the Brain's Naughty Bits | Zyro-EG

Jason says, "This is a rough one because I review games as a whole and dont just pick and choose what I want to run with as a final summation. On the one hand, this game sticks with you until you fin..

5:20 am, September 4, 2021

Join the Galaxy Squad on Xbox

Neil writes: "We didn't expect the Galaxy Squad to rock up onto Xbox with turn-based tactical roguelike elements in tow. All we wanted was the chance to blast our way through space in some twin-stick ..

11:20 pm, September 1, 2021

Tormented Souls Shotgun Parts Locations Guide

Looking for a shiny, homemade boomstick? Hey Poor Player is here to show you all of the shotgun part locations in Tormented Souls.

5:20 pm, August 28, 2021

EA Sports Madden NFL 22 Review- Focus on Franchise | Terminal Gamer

TG writes: The NFL season is rapidly approaching and that means it's time for another Madden NFL release. Is Madden NFL 22 ready for prime time, or should you just save your cash and stick to last sea..

5:20 pm, August 21, 2021

Dragon Star Varnir - Review ASG

"Dragon Star Varnir is your typical visual novel JRPG with a combat system that feels largely undercooked when you really take a look at it. While the artwork and largely enjoyable story hold the game..

11:20 am, August 19, 2021

Clid the Snail Preview: A Promising Twin-Stick Adventure GameSpew

Launching on PS4 this summer, Clid the Snail is a twin-stick shooter with a more methodical pace and strategic combat.

11:20 pm, August 14, 2021

Clid the Snail is One Shell of a Shooter - Hey Poor Player

Clid the Snail is shaping up to be a fun and visually gorgeous twin-stick shooter, with a pacing all of its own.

5:20 pm, August 12, 2021

The Ascent - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Much like its streets and alleyways, filled with trash and neon spectacle, The Ascent lives in both of these worlds. It can often be buggy and have a few hollow gameplay systems, and yet be incredibl..

11:20 am, August 10, 2021

KontrolFreek PS5 And Xbox Series X/S Hands On Video

Here is a look at the new thumbstick and grips for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S controllers from KontrolFreek

5:20 am, August 6, 2021

Project Aether: First Contact Review (Switch) - Hey Poor Player

If you're a fan of twin-stick and bullet hell shooters, Project Aether: First Contact is a fine way to kill a weekend.

5:20 am, August 6, 2021

Back 4 Blood: A Preview of the Open Beta - IGN

IGN : Back 4 Blood, the four-player coop survival zombie shooter from Turtle Rock Studios the team that brought you the original Left 4 Dead will open its doors back up to players beginning with an ..

11:20 pm, August 2, 2021

Death's Door - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Deaths Door is incredibly special. From its polished take on what I loved about Hyper Light Drifter, or its level design and item use that we see in some of the best Zelda games, to the incredibly su..

11:20 pm, July 27, 2021

Review - Pokémon Unite (Switch) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Aaron Price: "Overall, Pokémon Unite is actually a ton of fun, way more than expected at the very least. While the roster could definitely use a good injection of new monsters, theres en..

5:20 pm, July 27, 2021

GreedFall On PS5 Outperforms Xbox Series X Even In Demanding Sequences

The GreedFall PS5 Performance Mode sticks closer to 60 FPS than Xbox Series X, even during busy on-screen moments.

5:20 pm, July 24, 2021

Cris Tales: Great For Newcomers, Boring For Veterans - The Game Crater PC Review

Nina Wilson writes, "Cris Tales is a beautiful JRPG with some phenomenal innovations to the tried and tested formula so commonly associated with the genre. Unfortunately, it so rigidly sticks to its i..

11:20 am, July 21, 2021

Steam Deck: Valve Is Doing its Best to Avoid Thumbstick Drift

Valve is confident that the Steam Deck's joysticks won't suffer from drift, after a spate of problems for other manufacturers.

5:20 pm, July 19, 2021

Someone call the EDF - Curved Space Review [Video Chums]

"If your idea of fun is flicking your boogers on the wall to see which ones stick, you probably won't enjoy Curved Space. However, those who simply want some old-school action in a roguelike setup wil..

5:20 am, July 19, 2021

Interview with Cameron Garcia from Hit Box Arcade

Gaming Respawn recently interviewed Cameron Garcia from arcade stick creators Hit Box Arcade to find out about him and his inspiration behind the Cross|Up.

5:20 pm, July 17, 2021

A Small Piece of Paper Might Be All You Need to Fix Joy-Con Drift on the Nintendo Switch

If youre one of the thousands of gamers plagued by Joy-Con driftan issue where the analog sticks on the Nintendo Switchs controllers register movements even when theyre not being touchedand are frustr..

11:20 am, July 16, 2021

Worms Rumble - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Worms Rumble is a fun if thin offering of PVP action starring those lovable Worms from ages past. Its action is dressed up with various costumes and weaponry in a Battle Royal space with a few extra ..

11:20 pm, July 13, 2021

'Boomerang X' Review | Goomba Stomp | Simply Whips

Every now and then there is the rare video game that knows exactly what it wants to do and sticks the landing. Boomerang X, developed by DANG! and published by Devolver Digital, is one such game.

11:20 pm, July 8, 2021

Scarlet Nexus - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Scarlet Nexus is as Anime as it gets. It has a wonderful cast of characters, a bonkers plot, engaging and fast-paced combat, and a vast array of costume pieces to trick out your team in. Pick from tw..

11:20 am, July 6, 2021

SturmFront: The Mutant War - Farewell Edition (PSV) Review | VGChartz

VGChartz's Adam Cartwright: "SturmFront is a farewell to the Vita and offers a nice throwback that emphasizes what made the console a success for its fans, being an enjoyable indie game that feels at ..

5:20 pm, July 5, 2021

Why The Elder Scrolls Online Level Sync Works

KeenGamer: "The ability to dive into any part of Elder Scrolls Online at any time is perhaps its greatest strength. It owes this luxury to the ESO level sync feature. From sticking to the series tradi..

11:20 am, July 1, 2021

Chivalry II - Review (Xbox Series X) ASG

"Chivalry II is a blast. Its a PVP-focus medieval gore-fest that satisfies even in the face of getting slaughtered over and over again. With four classes that each have three subclasses of their own, ..

11:20 am, June 30, 2021

Curved Space (PS4) Review | VGChartz

VGChartz's Evan Norris: " Curved Space was decent the whole time. While it's not a game-of-the year contender, neither is it a dud. Indeed, it falls right in the meaty part of the curve. It nails the ..

5:20 am, June 30, 2021

Super Magbot is Intense Magnetic Madness

COG writes: Super Magbot sets itself apart from other puzzle platformers due to the use of magnetic fields. With hazardous courses, filled with deadly objects, you must use attraction and repulsion in..

11:20 pm, June 26, 2021

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart (PS5) ASG

"Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is an adventure that showcases the hardwares lightning-fast SSD in regards to its gameplay, a game that while is designed as being another safe bet by Sony, is a masterf..

11:20 am, June 26, 2021

Neptunia ReVerse - Review (PS5) ASG

"The small adjustments made to ReVerse feel largely minimal when compared to the more drastic changes ReBirth had to the original. That aside, there is fun to be had here, but for fans who have alread..

11:20 pm, June 23, 2021

A Deep Dive into Anuchards Unique Knockback-Based Combat System

Anuchard is an upcoming RPG that's inspired by the PSOne era of JRPGs. The game's protagonist is called the Bellringer, for they wield an item called the Audros Bell. This is basically a bell at the e..

11:20 pm, June 14, 2021

Umurangi Generation: Special Edition (Switch) Review - Something Special | Cultured Vultures

Umurangi Generation is a thrilling dive into a world teetering on the brink of collapse, which will stick with you for a long time.

11:20 am, June 12, 2021

Biomutant - Review (Xbox One) ASG

"I really wanted to love Biomutant. I first got my hands on it way back in 2017 at Pax West. It had its hooks into me right away with its vibrant world, fast action, and its incredibly recognizable pr..

11:20 pm, June 3, 2021

Resident Evil Final Boss Fights Ranked from Worst to Best

From Xfire: "Some Resident Evil final boss fights are so good that they just stick with you. Others are, well, not as good."

11:20 pm, May 31, 2021

Scarlet Nexus' Promise Outstrips Any Warning Signs | TechRaptor

The way Scarlet Nexus handles its storytelling across two protagonists and technical performance are the sticking points, but it offers glimpses of an exciting action game.

11:20 am, May 30, 2021

Best Android Emulator To Play Free Fire On PC

Free Fire's control system on mobile includes a virtual joystick to be used to move the character and buttons to jump, sit, prone, shoot, scope on/off, etc. But these many buttons on the 5.5-6 inch of..

5:20 am, May 23, 2021

Just Die Already Review

It has some slapstick ultraviolent humor going for it, but it's nowhere near as consistently funny as it is consistently janky to control.

5:10 pm, May 20, 2021

Baldurs Gate: Dark Alliance - Review ASG

"Baldurs Gate: Dark Alliance is still the fantastical hack and slash romp it was 20 years ago, despite some drastically dated mechanics and visuals. It certainly has its issues, even as a simple 4K re..

11:20 pm, May 18, 2021

The Ascent Hands-On Preview: A Dash of Diablo With a Healthy Dose of Twin-Stick Shooter - IGN

This action-RPG has got the cyberpunk look and feel down pat.

5:20 pm, May 18, 2021

The Ascent Is a Dash of Diablo With a Healthy Dose of Twin-Stick Shooter

This action-RPG has got the cyberpunk look and feel down pat.

5:10 pm, May 18, 2021

Resident Evil Village - Review ASG

"Village was exactly what I had expected this entry would have entailed; the continued use of first-person, with more action-orientated encounters, and a cast of villains that consistently kept my int..

11:20 pm, May 15, 2021

Nier Replicant VER.1.22474487139 - Review ASG

"Nier: Automatas road to what it became started here. The enhancements made to Replicant put it nearly in the same league as its sequel, whereas the original was a far cry from Automatas greatness. Th..

5:20 am, May 10, 2021

Bezier: Second Edition Switch Review - Solid Arcade Action - Nintendo Link

Peterdea played the twin stick shooter Bezier: Second Edition on the Nintendo Switch, and it turns out that it is quite the arcade experience.

11:20 pm, May 8, 2021

StickyLock Games announce game-changing first person shooter - Histera

Neil writes: "You may have heard of StickyLock Games, for it was they who helped deliver the wonderfully woolly world of Woven to console previously. Now though that same indie game developer are look..

5:20 am, May 7, 2021

Resident Evil: Village review Find your courage - GamesBeat

From GamesBeat: "Resident Evil: Village is going to make fans of the franchise happy, especially those who arent cowards like me. But even if you also find yourself shying away from horror, Id encoura..

5:20 pm, May 5, 2021

Cozy Grove - Review ASG

"Cozy Groves hand-drawn aesthetic is incredibly well suited to the tone and charm the game exudes. While youll have a few graphical oddities of pieces overlapping over one another, developer Spry Fox ..

11:20 pm, May 3, 2021

Deiland: Pocket Planet Edition - Review ASG

"Deiland: Pocket Planet Edition doesnt rise anywhere near the top of farming simulators on the Switch, mostly due to some rather poor design choices, yet it is still remarkably charming in its own rig..

5:20 am, April 25, 2021

Godstrike Review (Steam) |GLG

Godstrike is a twin-stick shooter where time is your health and currency.

11:20 am, April 18, 2021

Monster Hunter Rise - Review ASG

"Simply put, Monster Hunter Rise is phenomenal. While the Nintendo Switch was never going to be able to run any sort of port of Monster Hunter World, Rise steps up and offers a companion game of sorts..

11:20 am, April 14, 2021

Monster Hunter Rise - Hammer Beginners Guide

Want to learn how to walk softly and carry a big stick? Check out Hey Poor Player's Monster Hunter Rise - Hammer Beginners Guide.

5:20 pm, April 1, 2021

'Star Renegades' Review | Goomba Stomp | Succeeds by Sticking to Its Guns

A genius blend of what feels like dozens of different gameplay ideas, Star Renegades makes the hours melt away.

5:20 am, April 1, 2021

Azur Lane: Crosswave - Review ASG

"While the trailers may sell it off as an action-packed spectacle, most of your time will be spent through dialogue and visual novel moments that can often spend far too long over-explaining the story..

6:20 am, March 26, 2021

Danger Scavenger Switch Review | Pure Ninty

PN: Danger Scavenger is a fairly straightforward twin-stick shooter that definitely has the potential to be fun, but that potential has been squandered, at least on Nintendo Switch.

12:20 pm, March 25, 2021

Samurai Showdown (next-gen) - Review - Xbox Infinity

LAW3 of Xbox Infinity Writes: Samurai Showdown first appeared back in 1993, and the 2019 release Samurai Showdown is a reboot of sorts, with this, its a next-gen upgrade for Xbox Series X|S. For those..

6:20 pm, March 19, 2021

Review - Lust from Beyond (PC) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Jordan Hawes: "Ill be honest, I actually enjoyed this much more than I was expecting. I know youre looking at the score and confused by this statement, but I initially thought this was going to..

6:20 pm, March 17, 2021

Revita Preview (PC) | Hey Poor Player

Revita may still have a way to go before its out of Early Access, but what we have so far of the roguelike twinstick shooter is promising.

12:20 pm, March 6, 2021

Stick Wars 2: Battle of Legions Review | Hardcore Droid

Stick Wars 2: Battle of Legions puts players in control of blue stickmen armies against an ever-increasing red horde.

6:20 am, March 6, 2021

Postal Redux Arrives For Playstation

The perfect game to vent your pent-up frustration. POSTAL Redux, the HD remaster of the infamous 24-year-old twin-stick shooter, is now available on Sonys Playstation 4 and playable on Playstation 5 i..

6:20 pm, March 5, 2021

Taxi Chaos (PS4, XB1, NSW) Review | SPC

Phil writes, "Taxi Chaos is basically store-brand imitation Crazy Taxi. It has had all of the charm, personality, and originality drained from it. If it were a cereal, Taxi Chaos would be the Fruit Ri..

12:20 am, March 4, 2021

The twin-stick shooter/adventure game Clid the Snail is coming exclusively to the PS5 & PS4 in 2021

"SIE España and the Spain-based indie games developer Weird Beluga, just informed me that their snail-based twin-stick shooter/adventure game "Clid the Snail" is coming exclusively to the PS5 a..

12:20 am, March 2, 2021

Review - Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 (PS4) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "Dont get me wrong, when compared to other monster truck simulators out in the market, Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 is still miles ahead of its competition in terms of performance, gam..

12:20 am, March 2, 2021

Pokémon Needs to Expand its Spin-Off Games

Zahi AR. from Link Cable Gaming writes Welcome back Link Cable Gaming fans. Join us as we celebrate Pokémon week for a few days longer! On February 27th, the franchise will be 25 years old, and..

12:20 am, February 28, 2021

Glyph review - EasyPeasyCheevies

Carlos writes "Although it can be fun to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the latest action games or to put pedal to the metal in the latest racing title, sometimes all you really want after a long day ..

6:20 am, February 18, 2021

What To Do If Your PS5 DualSense Controller Drifts

Here are the steps you can take to potentially fix your PS5 controller's stick drift, and how to send it in to get it serviced.

6:10 am, February 12, 2021

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox - Review ASG

"Ys IX takes the series forward in small baby steps from its last entry while making the world you explore bigger, and the stakes every greater. While I still prefer certain aspects of the previous ga..

6:20 am, February 11, 2021

PS5 DualSense Controller Drift: US Law Firm Investigating Class Action Suit

A US law firm is now investigating a class-action lawsuit against Sony, alleging analog stick drift in the PS5 DualSense controller.

6:10 pm, February 10, 2021

The horror adventure game Sanity of Morris is coming to PC and consoles on March 23rd

"The Netherlands-based indie games developer Alterego Games and video games publisher StickyLock Studios, are today very happy and proud to announce that their psychological horror adventure game Sani..

12:20 pm, February 10, 2021

The visceral retro-inspired twin-stick shooter Honour Runs is coming to Steam on February 16th

"The UK-based indie games developer noeyehandGames are today very excited and proud to announce that their visceral retro-inspired frenetic twin-stick shooter "Honour Runs" is coming to PC via Steam o..

12:20 am, February 10, 2021

Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood review | God is Geek

Mick Fraser: "Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood has potential, but it's a C-tier experience that's unlikely to stick in anyone's memory for long."

6:20 pm, February 4, 2021

Bezier: Second Edition - Review - Games Asylum

Games Asylum: "This twin-stick shooter is beyond great, and you should buy it as soon as possible. It's a fun, neon-drenched affair with spaced-out Jeff Minter vibes, as quick as it is brutal."

6:20 pm, February 2, 2021

Turrican Flashback - Review ASG

"Thankfully, every couple of years, collection packs of old games start to see re-releases on newer and more convenient hardware, introducing these games to either those like myself who never got arou..

6:20 am, January 28, 2021

Mad Devils has just released some new info and a brand-new trailer

"The Canada-based indie games developer Itzy Interactive are today very pleased and proud to announce that they have just released some new info and a brand-new trailer for their upcoming hellish-like..

12:20 pm, January 23, 2021

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV Review [Capsule Computers]

Travis Bruno of Capsule Computers writes: "There have been many long running video game franchises throughout the years but most of these series change things up from time to time in the form of rebo..

6:20 am, January 21, 2021

Hey Poor Player's Top 25 Games of 2020

HPP: "We count down the gaming highlights from a crazy year to find out which game has emerged as our 2020 Game of the Year to snag HPP's crystal joystick."

6:20 am, January 17, 2021

Review: Super Meat Boy Forever is a fun runner game that misses the mark just a bit | GameCrate

GameCrate: "Super Meat Boy Forever gives you just enough bloody entertainment to keep you busy for at least a couple of playthroughs. Its going to disappoint some fans of the previous game, but if you..

12:20 pm, January 16, 2021

Review - SYNTHETIK: Ultimate (Switch) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Kyle Nicol: "SYNTHETIK: Ultimate is a fun, fast-paced twin-stick shooter with a ton of gameplay variety that will keep you busy for hours. Even though the Switch version does fall behind the PC..

12:20 pm, January 10, 2021

Sense: A Cyberpunk Ghost Story - Review ASG

"While the game does feel decently constructed at times, its reliance on too much backtracking and its convoluted item puzzle system holds the game back and can often make the experience feel a bit to..

6:20 am, January 8, 2021

Review - Spiritfarer (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "For the most part, Spiritfarer is a charming and upbeat game, but it covers the themes of death and loss with seriousness and respect. I was genuinely shocked by just how much I c..

12:20 pm, January 3, 2021

The hellacious weird WW2 twin-stick co-op shooter Mad Devils is coming to Steam in Q2 2021

"The Canada-based indie games developer Itzy Interactive are today very pleased and excited to announce that their hellacious weird WW2 twin-stick co-op Shooter "Mad Devils" is coming to PC via Steam ..

6:20 pm, December 29, 2020

Freddy Spaghetti review - ChristCenteredGamer

CCG writes - "Freddy Spaghetti stars the titular limp noodle as he acclimates to society thanks to an unseen family thats basically adopted him. In the first of five worlds, you get acclimated to the ..

6:20 pm, December 29, 2020

Top Five Best Original Soundtracks of 2020

Phil of SPC writes, "Good video game music is something that can have you humming along as you play, but truly great video game music is something that sticks with you long after you put down the cont..

12:20 am, December 29, 2020

Science meets the occult - Tesla Force Review [Video Chums]

"As a roguelike follow-up to a pretty fun twin-stick shooter from a couple years back, Tesla Force incorporates plenty of interesting mechanics and systems that help make its frantic shooting action f..

6:20 am, December 15, 2020

Immortals: Fenyx Rising - Review ASG

"Immortals: Fenyx Rising is a charming romp through Greek Mythology that is often more impressive than it isnt. Exploring the world at your leisure is very satisfying, as are the puzzles youll encount..

12:20 pm, December 8, 2020

Assassin's Creed: Valhalla - Review ASG

"Assassins Creed has more recently been one of my favorite franchises, despite not getting on with the series in its rooted beginnings. Origins and Odyssey are tremendous experiences, despite holding ..

12:20 pm, December 6, 2020

Dragon Quest XI S Launch Sees Original Game Pulled from Sale

The new release of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age has coincided with the removal of the original game, sticking PC and PlayStation 4 players with downgraded Nintendo Switch grap..

6:20 am, December 5, 2020

No Straight Roads Celebrates the Holidays With a Free Christmas Edition Update

What better way is there for a game about rocking out and sticking up for the little guy to celebrate the winter holidays than by releasing a Christmas-themed remix completely free?

6:20 am, December 5, 2020

Review - Tesla Force (PS5) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "If youre looking for a launch window game to showcase what your big fat Playstation 5 is capable of, then Tesla Force is not the game for you. I seriously doubt there are many diffe..

6:20 am, December 2, 2020

Poker Club Review - Play Your Cards Right - Thumb Culture

"Poker Club Review - Stick or twist? Check out what we thought of Poker Club in this latest PC review over at Thumb Culture!" Mike @ Thumb Culture

12:20 pm, December 1, 2020

Every winner at the Golden Joystick Awards 2020

The award ceremony of the Golden Joystick Awards has just concluded, and the winners have been announced.

12:20 am, November 25, 2020

XIII Review | TheXboxHub

Dave writes: "At first glance, XIII looks like a video game. It has graphics, sounds come out of the speakers, and a character moves when you touch the pad. But sit down to play it, and youll realise ..

6:20 am, November 24, 2020

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends: The Baron is Back! - Review ASG

"While the game itself is charming enough, its presentation, level design, and overall feel certainly make it feel very different than that of what weve had in the past. While I still certainly prefer..

6:20 pm, November 21, 2020

Watch Dogs: Legion - Review ASG

"Watch Dogs: Legion is impressive. It doesnt always hit the mark with variety to its missions, but the gameplay itself, combined with the ability to recruit literally anyone, makes for a very engaging..

6:20 pm, November 21, 2020

Observer: System Redux - Review ASG

"Observer: System Redux is a very impressive remake that does much to make the original game even better. The story and characters have been expanded upon, and the new quests feel right at home and ha..

12:20 am, November 17, 2020

Phasmophobia: How to Use Ouija Boards, Smudge Sticks, and Every Other Item

Plus see all item prices.

12:10 am, November 7, 2020

The Last of Us Is the Greatest Dystopian Story Ive Experienced

BY TANNER BENHAM: The title says it all. The Last of Us is the greatest dystopian story I have ever experienced. This may be the only time I attribute the greatest piece of work in a genre to a vide..

12:20 pm, November 6, 2020

Cloudpunk - Review ASG

"Cloudpunk is certainly a visually striking game, there is no doubt about that. Its colorful and neon-lit city, taking place during a dark and rainy evening, just pops out at you, begging for you to j..

11:20 am, October 24, 2020

Xbox chief hints at TV streaming sticks for xCloud

Additional tiers of xCloud game streaming could be on the way.

5:20 am, October 24, 2020

TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 54: Ads in games and digital events - the new normal?

James writes - "Another week has passed and the anticipation of the new consoles arriving is getting almost unbearable for us, but alas, we carry on. Fortunately, weve got a great way to take your min..

5:20 am, October 24, 2020

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV - Review ASG

"Trails of Cold Steel, or rather, the entire Legend of Heroes series, is one of the most unique JRPGs out there. Rather than reinvent itself for every new iteration, developer Nihon Falcom has just ke..

11:20 pm, October 23, 2020

Phil Spencer Hints at Xbox Game Pass 'Streaming Sticks' for Your TV

The head of Xbox has discussed the idea of including Game Pass streaming sticks as part of your subscription.

5:10 pm, October 23, 2020

Tears of Avia Review | TheXboxHub

Jahanzeb writes: "Tears of Avia on Xbox One is the very definition of an underachiever. It feels unfinished in almost every regard, and the combat is functional at best but offers nothing compelling i..

11:20 am, October 22, 2020

Postal Redux Review - Now THAT's Edgy | MonsterVine

MonsterVine: "Though its a competent twin-stick shooter, the repetition and extreme edge of Postal Redux may make it a hard sell for some. If you want a wild anarchic ride from the top-down though, th..

11:20 pm, October 20, 2020

One Finger Death Punch 2 Review (TheSixthAxis)

TSA writes: One Finger Death Punch 2 is a 2D kung fun game that uses only two buttons. Just two buttons are all that youll need to punch, deflect bullets, and shoot lasers like an amalgamation of ever..

5:20 pm, October 20, 2020

Running with Scissors POSTAL Redux is now available on the Nintendo Switch

"The US-based indie games studio Running with Scissors are today super excited and proud to announce that their twin-stick shooter  "POSTAL Redux" (which is an HD remaster of the classic 23-year-..

11:20 am, October 17, 2020

Top 5 Videogame Shotguns

Dane Townsend of GameGrin looks at his top 5 videogame shotguns, writing: "We all love a good shotgun. Theyre the textbook example of simplicity. You fire it, it blows whatever youre aiming at away, a..

5:20 am, October 14, 2020

Genshin Impact - Review ASG

"Genshin Impact is fun, and well put together, and just because you recognize some of the many pieces its constructed from, doesnt discount how engaging and great the game feels, and the vast world it..

5:20 am, October 13, 2020

Fan Makes Snap-On DualShock 4 Flight Stick With Triggers and It's Impressive

A fan has crafted a 3D-printed snap-on DualShock 4 flight stick adapter and it's very impressive! Watch it be used to play Star Wars Squadrons. He even shares how he made it, as well as samples of oth..

11:20 pm, October 9, 2020

The Walking Dead Onslaught Review - Stab, Grab, Rinse, Repeat | COGconnected

COG writes: The Walking Dead: Onslaught feels thin and lacking in that atmosphere of desperation wed expect from spending time in the zombie apocalypse. It's not bad, but if youre looking for somethin..

11:20 pm, October 9, 2020

Review - Ben 10: Power Trip (PS4) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "The developers behind Ben 10: Power Trip sure tried coming up with an ambitious open world adventure for the young ones to enjoy, but they sadly missed the mark. Be it due to budget..

5:20 pm, October 9, 2020

Skin Grip Thumbsticks for PS5 Controller Revealed on Skull & Co. PS4 Product Page

Skin grip thumbsticks for the PS5 has been listed online for the thumbstick's PS4 product page! It shows thumbsticks for a black DualSense controller.

5:20 pm, October 6, 2020

NBA 2K21 Ultimate Shooting Guide: How to Shoot Better, Master the Shot Stick, Intangibles, & More

Want to learn how to get greens and be a lights out shooter in NBA 2K21? Well look no further! We have put together a ton of actionable 2K21 shooting tips that you can start using right away, to go fr..

11:20 am, October 3, 2020

The metroidvania sci-fi shooter Outpost Delta is coming to PC and consoles on October 20th, 2020

Developer Hidden Achievement has today revealed its new metroidvania sci-fi twin-stick shooter "Outpost Delta", coming to Steam and consoles on October 20, 2020.

11:20 pm, October 2, 2020

Bartlows Dread Machine (Xbox One) Review - Arcadian Rhythms | Finger Guns

Andy @ FG: A twin stick shooter with a difference, Bartlows Dread Machine deserves an audience. The Finger Guns Review.

5:20 am, September 30, 2020

One Finger Death Punch 2 hits PS4 this week

Eastasiasoft is bringing the stickman fighter One Finger Death Punch 2 to PlayStation 4 on September 30.

11:20 am, September 29, 2020

Breakpoint Review: Twin Stick Slashing - Gideon's Gaming

Joseph writes- Breakpoint is a bullet hell twin-stick shooter with no shooting! Instead, you beat back hordes of ship-like enemies with melee weapons.

5:20 am, September 27, 2020

Sony Patent Suggests Next PSVR Could Have Oculus-Like Inside-Out Tracking

The patent offers images of new PSVR controllers which feature analogue sticks on both hands.

5:10 pm, September 25, 2020

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 Review- Ready for The Next Generation - Terminal Gamer

TG writes: Developer Vicarious Visions has been working on Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 from back in the day and the game is ready to kick flip into your lives. Did they stick the landing or does the ..

11:20 am, September 25, 2020

Postal Redux coming to Switch

From Nintendo Everything: "The classic dark and surreal twin-stick isometric shooter Postal Redux is coming to Switch, an eShop listing reveals. MD Games will publish the title on October 16. The Pos..

11:20 am, September 25, 2020

Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning - Review ASG

"Kingdoms of Amalur is the latest remaster from THQ Nordic. While it doesnt have the same rebuilt visuals as some of their more recent remasters, the boosted resolution and framerate do make it the be..

5:20 am, September 23, 2020

Review - WWE 2K Battlegrounds (PS4) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Baylen Marston: "WWE 2K Battlegrounds knows exactly what it wants to be, and gets the job done. At first glance, people might be turned off by how the game looks and plays, but wrestling games ..

5:20 am, September 20, 2020

Watch Dogs 2, Football Manager and Stick it to The Man Are Currently Free on PC

Hate it or love it, but Epic Games Store has managed to give away some amazing games over the last year, and seems to have no desire to stop as they have just made Watch Dogs 2, Football Manager, and ..

11:20 pm, September 17, 2020

Spellbreak Review | Twinfinite

Ed writes: "Spellbreak runs well, its unique, and most importantly, its fun to play. If Proletariat Games sticks with Spellbreak and continues to improve it, it should be able to carve a long term nic..

5:20 am, September 16, 2020

13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Review | RPG Site

RPG Site: "13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim is truly one of the most unique games I have ever played through. My 35 hours with Vanillawares latest title is something I wish I got back because I want to play it..

5:20 pm, September 15, 2020

NBA 2K21 Update #1 Courtside Report

2K writes: "Included in this patch are adjustments to the Pro Stick Aiming system to improve for usability and consistency."

5:20 am, September 15, 2020

Welcome to Elk Review | TheXboxHub

Dave writes: "There are experiences here that Im not sure Ive encountered before - at least not in a video game. If thats not fodder for full marks, then I dont know what is. Welcome to Elk on Xbox On..

11:20 am, September 14, 2020

Shing! Review: A Teenager's Edge | Garage Band Gamers

In the hopes of innovating the brawler genre like Skate did for skateboarding, combat is done with the right analog stick instead of face buttons.

5:20 pm, September 10, 2020

Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning - Sector review

Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning balances difficulty issues and shows its magical world in 4K. The "MMORPG for introverts" is now available for current consoles, but PC players might stick to their co..

11:20 am, September 8, 2020

The Finger Guns Podcast Ep.74 - Mario and The Future of Nintendo Switch

Ross @ FG: This week on The Finger Guns Podcast the whole gang get together to talk everything Nintendo have revealed this week for their Super Mario 35th Anniversary celebrations and theres an awful ..

5:20 am, September 8, 2020

Buy Super Mario 3D All-Stars at Walmart, get an exclusive sticker set

Walmart will be providing a special gift when consumers purchase Super Mario 3D All-Stars.

11:20 am, September 6, 2020

Fairy Tail - Review ASG

"Licensed games often dont deliver. Thats been a constant truth for decades across numerous platforms, regardless of the budget or contribution by their respective creators. Matching the pacing and to..

11:20 pm, September 5, 2020

8Bitdo making new arcade stick for Switch/PC

8Bitdo has unveiled a new arcade stick designed for Switch as well as PC.

5:20 pm, September 2, 2020

Mask of Mists Review - A Fog of Confusion | TheXboxHub

Cade writes: "Mask of Mists on Xbox One is pretty disappointing. Its puzzles are uninspired, the sound design is rough, the monsters are boring, and the entire game just feels hollow. It is not a game..

11:20 pm, September 1, 2020

Battletoads - Review ASG

"Battletoads is an interesting property in that while there hasnt been a main series game in some 26 years, it still has a fairly loyal following. Considered one of the most difficult games ever made;..

11:20 am, August 26, 2020

Why you may want to think twice about buying a console at launch

While the concept of being an early adopter may seem exciting, you might want to consider another viewpoint as consoles get pricier and technology grows more sophisticated. Time-tested tech ..

11:20 am, August 26, 2020

How Fall Guys Can Stick Around When the Novelty Wears Off

Fall Guys is doing great in its first month, but every long-term multiplayer success story takes quality improvements and progress to achieve.

5:20 am, August 26, 2020

Review - Descenders (PS4) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "All in all, Descenders surprised me in a very positive way. If anything, its a very unique concept, mixing downhill cycling, a Skate-inspired dual-stick trick system and some roguel..

11:20 am, August 25, 2020

The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines Review | TheXboxHub

Dave writes: "With a time-bending approach to the twin-stick shooter, it looked like The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines on Xbox One would be really spoiling us. Instead, we get a slow-paced example o..

5:20 am, August 25, 2020

Mortal Shell - Review ASG

"Mortal Shell, despite being a pretty shameless Dark Souls clone, shouldnt be overlooked. The dozen or so hours youll invest into the game across its gorgeous but few areas are teaming with weighted c..

5:20 pm, August 23, 2020

Halo Infinites Delay Could Be a Bad Sign for Xbox One Owners

With Halo Infinite delayed into 2021, it's possible that Xbox One owners will receive the short end of the stick on this deal.

5:20 pm, August 23, 2020

Norman's Great Illusion (PSV) Review | VGChartz

VGChartz's Adam Cartwright: "As videogames have grown as a medium, more and more titles are tackling mature themes, whether it be depression through the guise of a 2D platformer or a child's escapism ..

5:20 am, August 17, 2020

Paper Mario: The Origami King (NS) Review | VGChartz

VGChartz's Nicholas Taylor: "It would be a lie to say that Paper Mario: The Origami King returns to its roots, so if you're a die-hard fan who wishes to see the Paper Mario franchise return to the for..

11:20 pm, August 15, 2020

NBA 2K21 Pro Stick gets major overhaul: Heres how it changes the game

The Pro Stick appears to have received a significant overhaul ahead of NBA 2K21's release on September 4.

5:20 pm, August 14, 2020

Gerrrms Review - These Germs Ain't So Bad | COGconnected

COG writes: Having a game released during a worldwide pandemic called Gerrrms allows for a ton of jokes to be made, but let's stick with a review!

5:20 pm, August 13, 2020

Review - The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines (PC) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "Like the sound design, forgettable is the word Id use to describe The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines as a whole. Its not a bad game, but its absolutely uninteresting. Its time mani..

11:20 pm, August 10, 2020

Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Fall Guys, for all its game show charm, is not your typical party game. It certainly has that appeal but with the action being solely online, your interactions with other players with be via your hea..

11:20 am, August 7, 2020

Paper Mario: The Origami King (NSW) Review | SPC

Phil writes, "It's without much need to state that the direction that the Paper Mario series has gone has left plenty of fans of the classic style of the series in sour spirits. With each installment ..

11:20 am, August 1, 2020

Review: Cubers Arena (PlayStation 4) |GLG

CUBERS: Arena is an electrifying arena brawler/twin-stick slasher game. Play as Baller, a slave fighting his way through an array of gladiators to reclaim his freedom.

11:20 pm, July 31, 2020

One Shell Straight To Hell has just announced its closed PC alpha

Feardemic and SHOTGUN WITH GLITTERS are today very happy and proud to announce the closed PC alpha of their rogue-lite twin-stick shooter One Shell Straight To Hell.

11:20 am, July 30, 2020

Othercide Review - GameWatcher

From GameWatcher: "A combat system thats deeper than it first appears is the real star here, but youll likely also stick around for the perverse and disturbing universe and the story that plays out wi..

5:20 am, July 28, 2020

Review - Demon's Tier+ (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Kyle Nicol: "We get plenty of Rogue-Like games these days, but not all of them can stick the landing. Unfortunately, Demon's Tier + is one of those games."

11:20 pm, July 20, 2020

Radical Rabbit Stew Review - NWR

Radical Rabbit Stew is a thoroughly enjoyable experience from top to bottom. From the arcade, slapstick action of punting rabbits into bowls of soup, to the thought-provoking map puzzles, this action-..

5:20 pm, July 19, 2020

#Funtime brings a fun time to Xbox One

Neil writes: "Once upon a time there was only one twin-stick shooter worth worrying about - Geometry Wars. But as the genre has grown, so has the multitude of decent offerings. And that is where #Funt..

5:20 pm, July 16, 2020

SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom Rehydrated Review - ThisGenGaming

TGG says: "SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom Rehydrated is a solid enough 3D platformer that all ages can enjoy. The upgraded visuals make the game look a lot better and the refined con..

11:20 am, July 16, 2020

The hand-drawn twin-stick shooter Towaga: Among the Shadows is now available via Steam

Sunnyside Games and Noodlecake Studios are proud to launch "Towaga: Among Shadows" on PC via Steam today.

11:20 pm, July 15, 2020

Review - OutBuddies DX (Xbox One) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Aaron Price: "At the end of the day, outside of some frustrating confusion, and maybe a bit more time looking in rooms for items that might not exist, OutBuddies is an enjoyable way to pass the..

5:20 am, July 14, 2020

The Last of Us 2 Review (PlayStation 4) - Demon Gaming

Charles writes: What we see in The Last of Us 2 is the repercussions of these choices. Joel and Ellie live in relative peace for a few years within Tommys settlement but, like with most of us in life,..

10:20 am, July 10, 2020

The Coma 2: Vicious Sisters - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"With a slick presentation and solid use of its antagonist, The Coma 2 is a fantastic horror game at a budget price. Its roughly 10-hour journey entertains with an interesting story, fleshed-out chara..

12:33 am, July 3, 2020

SpongeBob: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Depending on what you want from a remake may determine how well you get on with SpongeBob Squarepants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated. It packs all the charm and gameplay of the original, but ..

3:33 am, July 1, 2020

KontrolFreek OMNI Performance Thumbsticks for Xbox One Review

Neil writes: "KontrolFreek have been making Performance Thumbsticks for Xbox for longer than I care to remember, pushing out a multitude of products with varying features, specifications and ideas. Yo..

10:33 pm, June 30, 2020

Let's Talk About That Boss Fight in The Last of Us Part II (Spoilers)

Zhiqing writes: "There's a boss fight at the end of the second act of The Last of Us Part II that will stick with players for a while. Let's talk about it."

9:33 pm, June 29, 2020

West of Dead Review - Gaming Respawn

Gaming Respawn reviews West of Dead, a twin-stick shooter rogue-like action game by Upstream Arcade and Raw Fury.

5:00 pm, June 29, 2020

G-LOC Air Battle review - ChristCenteredGamer

CCG writes - "If there was a time that could be considered the golden age of the arcade, I think most people would agree that the early 90s introduced some amazing cabinets to the world. For some of t..

1:33 pm, June 29, 2020

Meet The Artist Behind Steam's Dota 2 Animated Stickers

On the 25th of June, Valve unveiled a brand new profile customization tool. In it, users can exchange "Steam Points" for a plethora of neat emoticons and "stickers" from Valve's most beloved IP's.

2:33 pm, June 28, 2020

Fury Unleashed Review Old-School Shooting With A Roguelike Bite

Mowing down enemies for rewards that stick with you is a lot of fun, especially when it plays this well.

11:33 pm, June 24, 2020

Join Ron Perlman for a ride across purgatory in West of Dead | Entertainium

West of Dead is roguelike dual-stick shooter with a heavy dose of the supernatural thats quite a looker.

3:33 pm, June 22, 2020

Desperados III - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"If there is one genre that compliments itself to video games almost perfectly, its that of a western. Guns everywhere, and everyone itchin to use em. The Desperados series first started back in 2001,..

8:33 am, June 22, 2020

TLOU2's Birthday Flashback Is The Major Turning Point That Convinced Me To Stick With It

The opening hours of The Last Of Us: Part II aren't as engaging as the cold open of the original TLOU, but the game finds its footing six hours in.

5:33 pm, June 21, 2020

Star Wars: Squadrons Lets You Do Drifting Maneuvers, Supports Full Controls Remapping

Star Wars: Squadrons Creative Director Ian Frazier revealed that you'll be able to do drifting maneuvers in the upcoming space combat game. He also confirmed the ability to entirely remap controls - b..

1:33 pm, June 21, 2020

Samsara Room Review | Hardcore Droid

Tommy Wiseaus 2003 cult disasterpiece movie The Room was written with the intent that all of the scenes would take place in the same room. Wiseau, as writer and director, wanted to show one rooms pote..

5:33 am, June 21, 2020

Star Wars Squadrons Will Launch With 6 Maps, Won't Have Microtransactions

Star Wars Squadrons maps will number at 6 at launch, will feature no microtransactions, feature flightstick support and more revealed/

11:00 pm, June 20, 2020

Lets Try West of Dead

VGS: "Im a fan of twin-stick shooters. So, naturally, I wanted to try out the stylish indie game West of Dead and share my experience with you."

8:00 pm, June 20, 2020

Destroy All Humans Needs to Choose a Subtitle Presentation and Stick With It

Destroy All Humans has a playable demo available, but while the game seems to be fun, there are three types of subtitle presentations available, here's why they're confusing.

1:33 pm, June 20, 2020

Thrustmaster Announces Airbus Joystick & Quadrant Just in Time for Microsoft Flight Simulator

If you're planning to get Microsoft Flight Simulator and you want a more immersive experience, Thrustmaster announced a rather impressive set of controls.

11:33 am, June 20, 2020

Those Who Remain PS4 Review - Worth Sticking Around For - Thumb Culture

"Developed by Camel 101 and published by Wired Productions Those Who Remain is the latest entry into the crowded horror/survival game genre. It is described as "an up close psychological horror set in..

8:33 pm, June 19, 2020

Westmark Manor Review : Seasoned Gaming

Ryan M. for SG: "Grab some matchsticks, a lantern, or whatever sources of light you can find; youre going to need them. Nodbrim Interactives latest Steam release, Westmark Manor, welcomes those who ar..

1:33 pm, June 19, 2020

Ys: Memories of Celceta - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Ys: Memories of Celceta certainly has more history to it than likely any of the previous games in the series. The game, which is canonically set between the events of the second and third, is a remak..

2:33 am, June 19, 2020

Review - RUINER (Nintendo Switch) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Leo Faria: "In short, I can only recommend the Switch version of RUINER to die-hard twin-stick shooter fans. Its still a stupidly challenging but entertaining title, and its chaotic, arcade-lik..

3:33 pm, June 18, 2020

GameEnthus Podcast ep411: What's in a Name? or Organized!

This week Javier (@GotEPikle) and Angel (@GoTEAngel) from Gamers On The Edge (@GamersOnTheEdge) join Mike (@AssaultSuit) and Tiny(@Tiny415) to talk about: Watchmen, 360 2FA, Stargirl, Nintendont, ToeJ..

4:33 pm, June 17, 2020

Star Wars: Squadrons Will Support Flight Sim Controllers on PC

The PC version of the Star Wars dogfighting game will support joysticks and throttles.

3:30 pm, June 16, 2020

Amazon discounts Neogeo Arcade Stick Pro, Trials of Mana and more

Amazon has discounted Trials of Mana (Switch and PS4) to $39.99, Neogeo Arcade Stick Pro to $99.99 and more.

10:33 am, June 15, 2020

Depth of Extinction Review - Rising to the Occasion | TheXboxHub

Darren writes: "Depth of Extinction on Xbox One is a straight up, old-school turn-based RPG that is squarely aimed at fans of the genre. There's nothing else to be tempted by here, but what is on offe..

5:00 pm, June 13, 2020

Slay all and save Puffy in Horde of Plenty on Xbox One

Neil writes: "There is nothing better than sitting down and getting involved in a decent twin-stick shooter. And that is what Horde of Plenty on Xbox One hopes to provide, as we take on a mass of foes..

2:33 am, June 13, 2020

Rush Rover review - ChristCenteredGamer

CCG writes - "Much like its twin-stick predecessors, Rush Rover is a top-down shooter that utilizes both analog sticks on the controller to move and fire. Unlike many of those games, Rush Rover is con..

1:00 pm, June 11, 2020

Demons Tier+ - Review - Games Asylum

Games Asylum: "This randomised dungeon-crawling RPG is drenched in arcade sensibilities, including combat centred around twin-stick shooting, simplified menus, and a two-player mode."

5:33 pm, June 9, 2020

PS Vita Gets A New Game This Week With Crossbuy Title Demon's Tier+

From PSU: "The PS Vita is getting a new game this week. Demons Tier + is set to arrive on the handheld on June 9 and it is crossbuy with the PS4 version of the game. Demons Tier+ for PS Vita is a dun..

11:33 pm, June 8, 2020

Demons Tier+ Review | TheXboxHub

James writes - "Back in 2018, COWCAT Games ported two of developer Diabolical Minds PC offerings over to Xbox One in the form of Xenon Valkyrie+ and Riddled Corpses EX. While Xenon Valkyrie+ received ..

1:00 pm, June 6, 2020

Genetic Disaster Review - Mutated Fun for the Family | TheXboxHub

Cade writes: "Despite zero explanation of how to play, and a feeling that little is gained on each playthrough, there is more than enough twin-stick shooting action in Genetic Disaster to keep you sat..

6:33 am, June 6, 2020

Minecraft Dungeons - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Developers Mojang and Double Eleven have now taken the aesthetic charm of Minecraft and have fused it with the isometric flavor of Diablo, making a family-friendly dungeon crawler in the process, equ..

10:33 am, June 5, 2020

Atomicrops PS4 Review - PlayStation Universe

From PSU: "Farming, roguelike, bullet-hell twin-stick shooter, pixel art, has someone been peeking at my Christmas list? I have had my eye on Atomicrops ever since Raw Fury released the quirky looking..

3:00 pm, June 2, 2020

Atomicrops review - a zany farming shooter Roguelike that's intense fun - Eurogamer

From Eurogamer: "Atomicrops is a farming game and a bullet-hell shooter and a Roguelike. There's a lot going on, it is intense, and while it might silly and cartoony this is a tough nut to crack. It ..

9:33 am, June 2, 2020

The Outer Worlds devs on early development, making a compact RPG, Switch port, more

NE: "Switch is about to receive another big game with the arrival of The Outer Worlds. The RPG comes from Obsidian, the studio behind Fallout: New Vegas, South Park: The Stick of Truth, and more. Ahea..

7:00 pm, June 1, 2020

The rogue-lite twin-stick shooter One shell straight to hell has just been announced for PC

Feardemic and Shotgun with Glitters are today very excited and proud to announce their demonic-themed rogue-lite twin-stick shooter "One Shell Straight To Hell" (the game is coming to PC via Steam som..

2:33 pm, June 1, 2020

Kind Words' Free Update Brings New Room, New Stickers, and Quality of Life Improvements

On May 26, the Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) developers announced a new free update, which includes a new room, new stickers, new decorations, and more!

2:33 pm, May 30, 2020

Are there real creators in Japan? The reason why Hideo Kojima sticks to "writership"

In entertainment, what is originality, that is, "authority"? For example, in recent years many so-called "original things" have been created in the entertainment industry. One of the reasons may be b..

12:00 pm, May 29, 2020

Sludge Life Review - Lofi Sludge Beats To Vandalize To | MonsterVine

MonsterVine: "Terri Vellmann & Doseone, creators of High Hell and Heavy Bullet, team up once again to deliver a chill game to vibe to while sticking it to your corporate overlord."

8:00 pm, May 28, 2020

What Does the 2nd Half of the Switch's Life Look Like

Alex S. from Link-Cable writes: "With the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X now on the horizon many have been wondering where will that leave the Switch. Well Nintendo may have given us some indication ..

6:00 am, May 21, 2020

Amazon discounts Rage 2, Neogeo Arcade Stick Pro Controller Pack and more

Amazon has discounted Far Cry 4 (PS4) to $7.99, Just Cause 4 (Xbox One) to $9.99, Left Alive (PS4) to $9.99, Neogeo Arcade Stick Pro Controller Pack to $99.99, Rage 2 (PS4 and Xbox One) to $14.99 and ..

8:33 pm, May 20, 2020

Synthwave shooter Curved Space announced for Xbox One, PS4, Switch and PC this autumn

James writes - "Theres an intense twin-stick shooter looking to put a fresh spin on gravity and it's coming to Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and PC later this year. Its called Curved Space ..

11:00 am, May 19, 2020

Fury Unleashed - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Of all the games released during the Sega Genesis era, Comic Zone is one I constantly think about to this very day. While other games have long since adapted the feel of jumping from panel to panel i..

9:00 pm, May 17, 2020

Relic Hunters Legend Preview - Cartoon Network Meets Destiny - Sip Read Repeat

Chris Penwell from Sip Read Repeat writes: Relic Hunters Legend is a game I'll be keeping my eyes on. This is a fun twin-stick looter shooter with a wonderful art style.

8:00 pm, May 17, 2020

SNK Adds Two More Classic Games To The Neo Geo Arcade Stick Pro

Two more classic Neo Geo games are now available on the Neo Geo Arcade Stick Pro. Find out more about the new games that are available to play now.

9:00 am, May 17, 2020

The physics-based twin-stick shooter Retrograde Arena is coming to Steam Early Access on May 28th

Today, Freemergency Studio and Another Indie are pleased to announce that their stylish physics-based twin-stick shooter "Retrograde Arena" is coming to Steam Early Access on May 28th, 2020.

8:33 pm, May 15, 2020

Arcade Spirits (PS4) Review - Joy Sticks and Heart Beats | Finger Guns

Sean @ FG: With an inclusive, diverse cast, Arcade Spirits is a fun romance visual novel with plenty of pop culture heart. The Finger Guns review.

2:33 am, May 14, 2020

Fury Unleashed Review | GameGrin

Harry Fritsch of GameGrin reviews Fury Unleashed, writing: "When I close my eyes now, I see a buff-looking dude spraying bullets into an army of mutant bugs as they buzz around the screen firing their..

6:00 pm, May 12, 2020

Predator: Hunting Grounds Review - Muddied Up | GameSpot

Predator: Hunting Grounds' lack of variety and shallow gameplay make it difficult to stick with beyond a handful of rounds.

3:00 pm, May 10, 2020

Deliver us the Moon - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Deliver us the Moon, which is not to be confused with the Lovecraftian horror title, Moons of Madness, has recently seen a release on Xbox One via Game Pass. The title, which is a story-driven advent..

9:00 pm, May 8, 2020

Chorus for PS5, Xbox Series X and Current-Gen Gets a Gallery of 4K Screenshots

PP: Deep Silver and Fishlabs announced a brand new game today for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC, and Googles Stadia with a dark and deliberate trailer, but now weve also got something you can ..

6:00 pm, May 8, 2020

Arboria Preview - ChristCenteredGamer

CCG writes - "The first thing that really sticks out in a game like this is its art style. Arboria is a fantasy Action Role-Playing Rogue-lite created by Dreamplant currently in Early Access but unlik..

1:00 pm, May 8, 2020

Fledgling Heroes - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Remember Flappy Bird? That game about flying a bird through a series of Mario-looking pipes that mysteriously disappeared as fast as it became popular? Well, while many copy-cats appeared after its d..

7:33 pm, May 7, 2020

Minecraft Dungeons' David Nisshagen on dev during COVID-19 & more

Stevivor: Nisshagen detailed how Mojang is adapting to development in the face of COVID-19 -- including changes that may stick once the all-clear to work from offices has been counded -- alongside clo..

9:00 am, May 7, 2020

Trials of Mana - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"For those who have wanted to experience Seiken Densetsu 3 since 1995, you have very few options. You could have pushed through the original Japanese release with some form of a translator, loading up..

7:00 am, May 7, 2020

Review - Someday You'll Return (PC) | WayTooManyGames

WTMG's Heidi Hawes: "Someday Youll Return took me by surprise. I was interested in this game from the trailer and it managed to impress me in almost every way. It blows my mind that it was made by onl..

4:00 am, May 7, 2020

The intense neon twin-stick shooter Vectorlord is coming to Steam on May 18th, 2020

NerveQuake Software are today very excited and happy to announce that their intense neon twin-stick shooter "Vectorlord" is coming to Steam on May 18th, 2020.

1:33 am, May 5, 2020

Streets of Rage 4 - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"When a sequel to a game comes out decades later, its hard to imagine how well it will actually stack up. The industry has drastically changed over the course of years, let alone decades, so when Stre..

7:33 pm, May 4, 2020

Call of Duty: Warzone Seemingly Headed to Next-Gen Consoles

Warzone could be sticking around longer than Modern Warfare itself, and head to nex-gen.

11:00 am, May 4, 2020

Moons of Madness - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"While Ive never dived into the actual works of H.P. Lovecraft, Ive certainly played games inspired by them. Call of Cthulhu, and The Sinking City, for example, are both incredibly entertaining storie..

10:33 am, May 2, 2020

Now Xbox faces lawsuit over drifting controllers

Plaintiff alleges Xbox is aware of joystick defect, following similar action against Nintendo.

2:00 pm, April 30, 2020

Microsoft makes it easy - Why I Prefer Reviewing Games on Xbox One

"I play and review a ton of games and I used to stick to PlayStation 4 whenever I could. However, I find myself preferring to review games on Xbox One recently and after being asked why, I put a lot o..

7:00 am, April 30, 2020

PUBG Mobile: Guncraft Feature Lets You Customize Your Guns

Believe it or not, PUBG Mobile will soon be letting you customize your own weapons. However, obviously, you wont be able to change the stats of the weapons such as damage, fire rate, etc. but you sure..

6:00 pm, April 25, 2020

HyperParasite Review (Xbox One) - XboxAddict

XBA says: A twin-stick shooter with a ton of personality, humor and 80's neon.

4:33 pm, April 24, 2020

Filament Review (PC) | Hey Poor Player

Filament is a sci-fi puzzle game about an engineer who operates a droid that fixes terminals by threading a glowing string around columns. Its basically like knitting - if knitting was so frustrating ..

6:33 am, April 24, 2020

Moving Out Review // WellPlayed

Kieron from WellPlayed writes: "Slapstick charm and some genuinely welcome quality-of-life features mean there's a lot to love in this chaotic co-op removalist sim, but like any renter will tell you, ..

2:33 pm, April 23, 2020

Railway Empire: Nintendo Switch Edition delayed again, now releasing in June

From Nintendo Everything: "Railway Empire: Nintendo Switch Edition was first expected on Switch on February 14. After it was delayed shortly before release, it was moved to March 27. Kalypso Media end..

10:33 am, April 22, 2020

Final Fantasy VII: Remake - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"Its almost unbelievable that a Final Fantasy VII remake actually exists. The game, which feels practically willed into existence by its most hardcore fans, is finally here, seeing a timed exclusivity..

9:00 am, April 22, 2020

Rush Rover (PS Vita) Review - Demon Gaming

Dan writes: Rush Rover is a top-down twin-stick shooter where players, as Rover, run around various roguelike levels destroying every enemy robot in his path. Twin-stick shooters are a bit rough like ..

9:33 pm, April 20, 2020

The multi-award-winning puzzle-platformer Hue is coming to smartphones and tablets on April 23rd

Fiddlesticks and Curve Digital are today super excited and happy to announce that their multi-award-winning puzzle-platformer Hue" is coming to smartphones and tablets on April 23rd, 2020.

2:33 pm, April 19, 2020

Die and retry - Freakout: Calamity TV Show hits Xbox One, PS4 and Switch

Neil writes: "It's time to Freakout and get involved in a Calamity TV Show on Xbox One, as JanduSoft release a new top-down twin-sticker to Xbox One."

5:00 pm, April 18, 2020

Resident Evil 3 - Review Analog Stick Gaming

"With the release of the Resident Evil 2 remake last year, Capcom returned to their beloved zombie franchise in rare form, offering up not just one of the best games in the franchise, but one of the b..

6:52 am, April 17, 2020