Recent reviews by Sam

Incryption sets a new standard for quality and gameplay variety in its genre and I'd happily recommend it to anyone, even those who don't usually find card games appealing.

The core card game could easily stand on its own, as it's fun, satisfying and complex enough to stay interesting throughout without becoming convoluted. Instead it's paired to great effect with a mysterious, well-written, thought-provoking narrative that will continuously surprise you with its depth, and tantalize you with its many secrets. The art and sound design are also top notch, providing a distinctive and immersive atmosphere that will leave you feeling nostalgic for the games of your childhood.

Finishing Incryption has me yearning for more, and I eagerly await whatever comes next from these developers!

BE WARNED: The items in this Season Pass are single-use, single save, something that is unprecedented and should not be supported lest it become the norm.

The pass includes praxis kits, 5000 credits, crafting components, 2 custom-skinned weapons (a battle rifle and a tranquilizer rifle) and ammo for them. I didn't even get said items when I opened my storage the first time, ammo was the only thing present, so there must have been a bug somewhere. It's inconsequential though in the scheme of things, as everyone who revisits their save or replays the game will have the same experience I did at some point - since the items are single-use.

This was not indicated anywhere by Square Enix until AFTER the game's release, and their website still doesn't have the information. Please don't support Square Enix's unethical behaviour by buying - I'm really regretting having done so myself. SE is lowering the bar for ethics in the gaming industry by doing things like this.

Pay-to-win with weapon skins that add stats. Almir even said before release that Payday would never have microtransactions and "shame on anyone for thinking otherwise". The hypocrisy is laughable. This company should never be given anyone's money ever again. Yet another amazing game completely ruined by greed.

A beautiful game so far. Highly immersive with great storytelling and realistic, three-dimensional characters. The game tackles some underrepresented yet highly relevant topics, such as cyberbullying, in a very honest but respectful way. The atmosphere created by the game, from the music to the lighting to the "cinematography", feels very polished and deliberate. Highly recommended and eagerly awaiting the final episodes.