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"Final Fantasy Resonance can be your first Final Fantasy game, and it'll be a great place to start. Its characters are likable, and the battle system is easy to learn but has enough depth for min-maxers to enjoy. It's another HD-2D gem."

Our review.
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Pixel Washer in Early Access - SmashPad Plays youtu.be/l85EvTRwHFg?si… via @YouTube

TruckFul - Spooktober with SmashPad

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The Toy Story Retro Roundup collection from @DigitalEclipse and @atari is a lot of fun! Go read my review on @SmashPad! smashpad.com/toy-story-retr… #gamereviews #freecode #ToyStory

last night i went to the Metaphor ReFantazio concert in LA! i was also *finally* able to meet my v special friends Scott Strichart & @gregchunva almost 7 years later!!! the power of god, anime & friendship truly was on my side. thank you so much to @SEGA for the invite~ 💙🫶🏽✨️

American Truck Simulator's Road Trip DLC - SmashPad Plays youtu.be/-NQxTuZ633A?si… via @YouTube

"After a few updates, End of Abyss will be a fantastic experience that definitely deserves your attention."

Our review:
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Remaining Grace was one of the most surprising standouts at PAX West. Find out why it got one of our Best in Show nominations!

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Razer recently released a collection of PC peripherals adorned with Pikachu and Eevee cuteness, and our tabletop specialist Marie Ablaza got the box and gave her thoughts.

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"If you're looking for the cream of the crop in modern controllers with additional, remappable buttons to optimize your playing experience, I can't think of a better controller than the Razer Raiju V3 Pro."

Our review: smashpad.com/review-razers-…

"Qliphah is a flawed but stylish game that will test your reaction speed and ability to remember an excessive amount of combat systems. The visuals alone reeled me in, but alone weren't enough to keep me engaged the whole way through."

Our review. smashpad.com/qliphah-in-pro…

Trucking through the South Dakota DLC in American Truck Simulator - SmashPad Plays youtu.be/HBUnWtDYwTA?si… via @YouTube

"This is easily the best way to experience one of the greatest games ever made. With the unexpected Songs of the Past expansion dropping next year and Witcher IV on the horizon, I implore newcomers and returning fans to remember this revered experience."

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"When working as intended, Minecraft Dungeons II runs smoothly and plays far better than the first game. The environments are beautiful and thoughtfully designed, and new mechanics to deliver a deeper story were very welcome, but it has issues."

Review: smashpad.com/minecraft-dung…

"TOEM 2 is one of the best, most worthwhile experiences of the year that's a salve for the soul and a wonderfully complete endeavor that doesn't overstay or lack the substance required to feel satisfied by the end."

Our review. smashpad.com/toem-2-review/

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve feels starts off hot like most Ace Combat games, and then it starts to go off course and ultimately doesn't really find its way back on the flight path.

Our review: smashpad.com/ace-combat-8-w…

We got to dive into Village in the Shade at PAX West, and our buddy @NOLAnerdcast even got to interview the NIS Devs, so be sure to check this special feature out!

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When we were talking about the best games at PAX West that weren't Castlevania, @NOLAnerdcast INSISTED it was Maximum Thunderness.

Here's his preview, along with his interview with Berzerk Studio!

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"On one hand, SiN Reloaded is absolutely a game of its time, remaster or not. On the other hand, it still fits neatly in the current pantheon of retro-attuned games making comebacks or blazing their own trails as homages to history."

Our review: smashpad.com/sin-reloaded-r…