Not since the 1995 Philips C-Di “compact disc interactive” game, Zelda’s Adventure has the Zelda series let fans play as the princess of which the games are named. Nintendo’s Switch exclusive, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, seeks to right that wrong, where Zelda is instead the hero that
The original Karate Kid film from 1984 is one of the most iconic films in history, with memorable characters and quotes still referenced to this day. Alongside three sequels, an animated series, a remake, and a highly successful TV spinoff, there were also various video games. Publisher, GameMill Entertainment, and
For more than 85 years, Marvel has been a media giant in not only comics but also action figures, various animated and live-action series, video games, and the film industry. They have also played a big part in arcade history working with Sega and then later Konami, before beginning their
Japanese-based development studio ILCA and Bandai Namco have teamed up again and brought “One Piece Odyssey” to handhelds with the Nintendo Switch. This title first came out on the 12th of January 2023 and you can now embark on the adventures that Luffy and the Straw Hat pirates embark on
In 1990, Nintendo of America hosted the Nintendo World Championships, one of the earliest esports events in gaming history, long before the word ‘esports’ was invented. Since then, the event has been held two more times in 2015 to celebrate its 25th anniversary and again in 2017. The events consisted
This, by far, will be the weirdest review I will ever write in terms of having more negatives about a game than positives, yet somehow, Hot Blood is not only fun but addictive. Developed and published by Eastasiasoft and Deklazon, they have managed to deliver a game that is so
Brought to you by “Bandai Namco Entertainment” comes “Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown”. If you have been with us for a while, you would know that in January 2019, the initial release date on PC and console, MKAU reviewed Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown. Dust off those helmets and strap
I love a good tale, one that twists and turns and leads you down a tunnel of mystery. ‘Echo Generation: Midnight Edition’ developed by Cococumber does just that. Being the newest edition of their 2021 released game including upgraded graphics, new features, and refined mechanics, we dive into the shoes
Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD is a remaster of the original Nintendo 3DS version of Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon, now available on the Nintendo Switch, though, in other territories around the world, the game was released as Luigi’s Mansion 2. Regardless of which name you know it as, it was still
In 1999, Slave Zero was released on PC and SEGA Dreamcast to mixed reviews from critics, but it was a hidden gem and a cult favourite. The original game, a third-person shooter and a product of its time, was published and developed by Infogrames North America, but now, after 25
Published by Eastasiasoft and developed by Taiwanese studios DOMO Studio and SOFTSTAR, Xuan-Yuan Sword 7 is an RPG game and the latest game in the Xuan-Yuan Sword series, that has been around since 1990. In its 31-year-long history, the original game Xuan-Yuan Sword has received six sequels, as well as
Let’s go bananas in East Asiasoft Limited’s and Undev Games’ “Doug’s Nightmare”. I like bullet hell arena shooters and have played my fair share of good and bad ones, and typically, the genre features rouge-lite elements and very little story. “Doug’s Nightmare” peels back this typicality to offer a different
Published by Flynn’s Arcade and developed by Vidvad Games, Goliath Depot is an indie retro-themed platforming game inspired by classic arcade games from the 80s. It was initially released on PC in 2023 and is now available on Nintendo Switch. On a winter stormy night in 1985, George notices during
We’ve seen a lot of anthropomorphic, martial arts practicing critters in media, but not done quite in the way Biomutant does. Originally released on all other platforms in 2021, Biomutant’s made its way to the Nintendo Switch in 2024. Though the port of Experiment 101 and THQ Nordic’s title, doesn’t
Coming into this review, I knew Outward: Definitive Edition is fun and challenging for even veteran RPG players. I knew I’d enjoy the concept and level of detail that went into the game, having played a little bit of it through Steam. Outward: Definitive Edition was released on Nintendo Switch
The Japanese-based development team at Good-Feel Co. and Nintendo have teamed up to bring us Princess Peach: Showtime!, featuring Princess Peach as the main protagonist for the first time since the 2005 game, Super Princess Peach. Flyers were handed out advertising for some plays at the Sparkle Theater, so Princess
Kingdom Come Deliverance is a medieval RPG game created and published by Warhorse Studios and co-published by Deep Silver, Kingdom Come Deliverance was first released in 2018 and this new version the Royal Edition, is the base release for the Nintendo Switch which comes with all the past DLC to
Over time names can morph to have additional meanings. Nigel; no friends, plain Jane, Johns, and the most recent one to join our vernacular, ‘Karen’. For those not aware of what Karen’s additional meaning is, it typically refers to someone who is perceived as entitled through excessive demanding. ‘Attack of
In 2022, Nintendo’s premiere third-person shooter, Splatoon 3 was released to critical acclaim, with the Inklings and Octolings bringing even more of their splat-filled mayhem to the Nintendo Switch. It introduced new weapons, new stories and new arenas for players to splat their opponents online. This review will be focused
Published by Flynn’s Arcade and developed by Silver978 and RAWR Lab, ‘Looking Up I See Only A Ceiling’ is a psychological RPG game. It was first released on PC in 2023, and is now available on Nintendo Switch. Players take control of an unnamed female protagonist, a medical student, stressed
Our favorite furry ape and the red overall-wearing plumber are back. Nintendo has brought back a classic rivalry with this newly updated 2024 version of ‘Mario Vs Donkey Kong’. When the game opens, we find our famous but ever-lovable ‘Donkey Kong’ relaxing at home channel surfing. When he sees an
Super Mario RPG The Legend of the Seven Stars was released on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1996. A whopping 27 years later, the beloved turn-based classic returns exclusively on the Nintendo Switch, with the much more succinct title, Super Mario RPG. This isn’t a straight-up re-release though, it’s
In the late 90s and early 2000s, skating games were a staple, and one of the champions of skating games was Jet Set Radio. SEGA’s classic isn’t back, but a contender for the closest spiritual successor is here to fulfil a long-standing gap for skating games. Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, Team
In 1992, Wario made his first appearance in Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins on the Game Boy as the final boss to Mario. He was designed to be the evil counterpart of the Nintendo mascot, and due to his instant popularity, was given his own games with both
Mario and the gang are back once again, this time to save the Flower Kingdom in classic 2D side-scrolling, platforming, Goomba-stomping, brick-breaking, and pipe-warping action. It’s been 11 years since the last 2D side-scrolling adventure, 2012’s New Super Mario Bros. U on the Nintendo Wii U, but Super Mario Maker
There’s nothing like a tale of an unlikely hero swooping in and saving the day or in this case, sweeping in to save the day. As is the case with Sweeper, the unsuspecting janitor we meet in the opening cutscene of ‘Endless Dungeon’, the newest entry into the Endless series
Published by Flynns Arcade and developed by Crashable Studios, Sentry City is a cyberpunk-themed, 2D platforming, shoot ’em-up indie game that encourages speedrunning. It was originally released on PC and Android devices in 2022, and it’s now available on Nintendo Switch. The unnamed protagonist must traverse the city, blasting his
Since my preview of Gunbrella back in July, I have been eagerly awaiting its release so I could continue my adventure. Thankfully, developer Doinksoft, and publisher Devolver Digital, will not only be releasing Gunbrella on the PC, but it will also be available on the Nintendo Switch. With their decision
With a delay in release time, Tunic has finally made its way to the Nintendo Switch. Hearing favourable comments on the title, I have always been eager to give it a go, but, as more and more games vie for my attention, I didn’t see an opportunity to play Tunic
My first foray into the Trails universe was in late 2022 with the remaster of Trails from Zero. This long-running series has only recently started making waves outside of Japan with titles never before released to the West being ported over. Now, all of that has led to a clash
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