Phenomenal Remake Reminds Gamers of the Influence of “Silent Hill 2” | Video Games

Given how much I worked the review beat in the 2000s and 2010s, I have probably played a thousand games since the 2001 release of “Silent Hill 2,” and I have forgotten many more of them than I remember. And yet returning to this brilliant game almost a quarter-century after its release, I was stunned … Read more

Jazwares Vault Halo Figures Are a Deluxe Addition to Gamers’ Collection

Four new Jazwares Vault Halo figures are now available for purchase on the company’s store. The four-inch figures expand a line that already houses some iconic characters, such as Arbiter and Master Chief. ComingSoon was able to go hands-on with the four new figures (Grunt Major, Jerome-092, Kelly-097, and ODST), which are sure to be … Read more

Lords of the Fallen Transports Gamers to Hell and Back | Video Games

The latest in the category is the twistedly brutal “Lords of the Fallen,” a game that doesn’t quite live up to the best of the genre but contains enough addictive gameplay and world-building to keep fans engaged through the holiday season. Like many Soulslikes, I was almost ready to give up during a few particularly … Read more

Final Fantasy XVI Offers Rich, Detailed World for Gamers to Explore | Video Games

How does it play? “Final Fantasy” was often known for turn-based combat, but this version is a more hack-and-slash, action-based experience. It starts as a simple balance of melee and magic attacks that can be modestly customized, and Clive unlocks increasingly powerful combat techniques as the game progresses. Like most RPGs, “Final Fantasy XVI” contains … Read more