Jason Fanelli

“Exciting side-scrolling action and a varied roster of heroes come together in a fun retro romp.”

“Digital Eclipse's latest is a love letter to kombat with a K, warts and all.”

“Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is another slam dunk for the HD-2D genre of RPGs. It brings two classics to life in a whole new way, and it opens the door to new players to experience these games--even if that door opens a little too far at times.”

“Capcom delivers another great fighting game collection--even with varying quality in the selections this time around.”

“While Waiting turns the most boring parts of a person’s life into an equally reverent and irreverent look at life itself. The 100 minigames offer plenty of variety – even if some of them add to the boredom rather than disperse it – and the overarching story will tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone.”

“Three additional characters and brutal Animalities are overshadowed by an uneven, head-scratching story expansion.”

“The frenetic fighting Dragon Ball fans expect is here, but it's marred by an overall shallow experience with more repetition than revolution.”

“Six classic fighters and one extra beat-'em-up come together in a collection that's well worth the wait.”

“Great action sequences and a lean story highlight an RPG adventure that doesn't overstay its welcome.”

“A new aggressive fighting system and a healthy cast of characters make Tekken 8 pack a powerful punch.”

“Improved fighting mechanics and mode selection can't overcome some glaring weaknesses.”

“Great mechanics and a wild story make a solid first impression, but a shallow selection of modes keeps MK1 from a flawless victory.”

“Sabotage Studio unearths a time capsule in this incredible retro-style RPG.”

“All Elite Wrestling's first match in the video game ring is a solid outing that doesn't quite live up to its real-world product.”

“Capcom's flagship fighter is back in form with intricate but approachable fighting mechanics and a feature-rich package.”

“A potent combat system and thrilling story are slightly held back by a slow start and rudimentary level design.”

“A strong take on a storied Disney franchise is held back by its brevity.”

“Endless content and tight rhythm-based gameplay make Final Bar Line the best Theatrhythm yet.”

“Squanch Games' trademark humor mixes with solid shooting and traversal in this goofy space romp.”

“With Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration, Digital Eclipse has set a new bar for future historical compilations in video games. It's a digital traveling museum exhibit, as the game bursts at the seams with nostalgia thanks to more than 100 playable games and hundreds of relics from the developer's vault. While a good amount of the games offered will pass by quickly, those brief life spans cannot weigh down the amazing historical value of Atari 50, and I hope Digital Eclipse has more wings of its digital history tour opening in the coming years.”