Recent reviews by Lurick

I like to get killed quickly and easily!

Fantastic game all around, the lore is really well done and told. The gameplay mechancis are executed very well and although I'm usually not a fan of games single player party based games there are some that do it well and draw you in with Dragon Age being one of those. Lots of different ways to play the game and always something new to experience and try out you will not be disappointed. The system is nice in that the enemies level up with you so you aren't bound to just a certain area until you reach the next level giving you a lot more freedom to move around and progress the story on your own terms. Dragon Age is a game that draws you in and keeps you in right up until the end only to leave you wanting to go back and do everything all over again.

From what I had heard about the game before picking it up, I didn't expect too much out of the game but I was plesantly surprised. Decent storyline and the gameplay mechanics weren't too bad either. Nice change of pace from the original Crysis games although I think it lacked a bit in some aspects such as enemy difficulty I did enjoy seeing some variations on each playthrough and when I came back after dying not having the enemies in the same spot. Worth the price for anyone who enjoyed the earlier Crysis games and recommended for those looking for another FPS to add to their collection.

A review for this game is definitely long overdue. I've enjoyed playing this game much more than any of the games that came before it. All of the GTA series is wonderful but GTA IV tops all the ones before it. I didn't actually expect a great story from a GTA game but it was one I definitely enjoyed following along with on top of all the side missions and crazy antics of any other GTA game. The gameplay mechanics are done really well and allow you to not get caught up with confusing controls and jerky movements. The vehicles handle really well and give a much more realistic and experience than what I initially expected from the game. Fun all around for those who enjoyed the previous games, you won't be disappointed.

I've heard the hype and finally had to pick this game up for myself and I was not disappointed. In just the short amount of time I've currently played this game I can say I have enjoyed myself far more than I thought I would. I love to fly around on the firewords and explode gas tanks with my goat before mowing through a crowd of unsuspecting people. This is a fun game that is definitely worth every penny.

The first game, Metro 2033, was a wonderful game in its own right however Metro: Last Light completely blows its predecessor out of the water in terms of story depth and gameplay immersion. This is a game that is nothing short of mind blowing that gives you more and never lets you down. The whole storyline can be played through multiple times and on every playthrough you will always discover something new or different depending on how you later your play style each and every time. The enemies are tough and keep you on the edge of your seat, the different levels of difficulty are perfectly balanced to give everyone their own challenge and still leave them with room to grow.

In addition to the stunning visual effects and mechanics present in this game the DLC will add many more hours of fun and enjoyment to an already wonderful game. It expands on the story already being told and gives you new and exciting options to play though and different perspectives on the game and more missions outside of the main storyline to try your hand at. I would higly recommend this to anybody looking for a good FPS or RPG as this fills both roles so very well.

To say this game is anything short of astonishing would be an insult. Yes there are some bugs still in the game but in my entire time playing the game I've only ever run into one small bug which had no impact on my playing at all. This is a game that gives Skyrim a run for its money and while I deeply wish there were more content in store for future releases it doesn't appear that will be the case any time soon. None the less the story is told brilliantly and keeps you on the edge of your seat and when you are looking for a break there is a plethora of exploration and side quests and stories you can dive right into. The DLC for the game adds all new paths to explore and things to do allowing you to become lost in awe and amazement at the world before you. With all there is to do in this game you can easily get a couple hundred hours of enjoyment from it and still come back for more.

If Skyrim is your cup of tea then I highly recommend this game as you will not be disappointed by what you see.

Dishonored is an astonishingly well done game which combines so many mechanics in such an elegant and well thought out way. You are given endless hours of fun and multiple different ways to play give you a different outcome so you can always go back and try to change things for better or for worse. The main game alone easily leaves you with 30 to 40 hours of playtime plus extra for 100% completion. Every DLC pack for this game is fully worth its value and isn't some extra piece they should have added to the main game or some crappy skins. The DLC easily gives you 5+ hours per pack allowing you to continue to enjoy this amazing game in more ways than before.

If you are someone who enjoys action packed games, first person games, and/or stealth games with a great story that keeps drawing you pack in for more this is definitely a game for you.

While the game is still very early in the Alpha stage I can already tell it has huge potential. Sure there a bugs all over the place but if you expect there not to be and you'll somehow have a flawless experience from the start you need to seriously evaluate what you think an Alpha game is. Mechanics are a bit rought but the graphics are pretty nice which is a huge plus. Being able to stop the natives from the moment your crash and having little time to built some shelter really helps the game to immerse you. I'm looking forward to seeing this game progress towards the final product knowing that with every update the game is going to only get better.

Even starting on Easy mode can prove a challenge if you don't plan ahead. Most city building games give you extra time to plan but with Banished by your first winter you already need to have the ball rolling on housing and food otherwise you will very quickly run into a cold and hungry population which can easily be your undoing. You always need to stay two steps ahead and if you think that things are running smoothly you better act fast because something is always waiting to bringn about your undoing.

This is a great game which offers a lot to watch out for and as exciting as it is to play now, when modding comes out I can't even begin to imagine what the community will bring to this great game.