Recent reviews by Handfast

Honkai Impact 3rd is stylish in the best way. The story is flashy, emotional, generous enough to keep you hooked, and polished to shine. It’s not just pretty it is beautiful.
⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 1 hour
Pros:
Combat feels like an action movie
Every Valkyrie is different
It’s about saving the world
Fall in love with hot women who can out‑combo your encounters
Both button‑mashing and min‑maxing work
Real mechanical depth in its combat
Cons:
Absolutely unashamed of flexing every ounce of its gacha system
Swapping between every Valkyrie mid‑fight feels forced
Dodges snap into incoming attacks far too often with unsatisfying slow down
Combos don't flow like you intend for them and the whole thing feels a bit sluggish
Wearing a gacha pig costume

A charmingly chaotic RPG that earns its cult status through spellbinding sincerity.
⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 3

A blend of sheer blood, fun, and candle‑lit nostalgia. Steady because it never pretends to be anything other than what it is. A mischievous little anime that sneaks up on you with more sincerity than its gags would suggest.

The Eminence in Shadow: Master of Garden casts its strongest magic through the characters, a cast whose chaotic chemistry feels less like adventuring and more like a coven reunited after centuries of depravity. Theatrical warmth floats through cutscenes with a whimsy that’s both silly and strangely captivating.

Together with gameplay, they turn what could’ve been disposable filler fluff into a cult classic.
The anime's plot is a shot for shot patchwork for earnest fans but the seams are part of the charm. It’s a story that knows it’s a story, winking at you while still inviting you to believe in black‑flame candles and resurrection spells. The sincerity sneaks in through the quieter beats: a boy trying to protect his magic,
a elf longing for peace, and a world that feels like it’s been waiting all eternity for this fight.
Visually, the game glows with that warm magic that feels like stepping into a storybook of mischief. The graphics and the musical moments, especially the heavier stuff remain iconic.

Its flaws are real, but so is its heart. In the end it believes in its own enchantment.
It invites you to laugh, to wonder, and to let yourself be caught up in candles burning bright, and magic feels possible.

Action that feels like it could crack the spine of the world. A gold standard. Big action fights don’t just hit hard—they detonate. They’re the kind of battles where you can practically feel the grinding, snappiness, and the sheer carving through enemies that look cool, and fun to slay for all of humanity. Every swing feels tectonic.

What made this game punch so far above the more modern titles wasn't just the brutality—it’s the composure. Even outnumbered by a mob, you always knew exactly what you're doing, and how close to being overpowered. The gameplay is crisp, the stakes are high, and the charge is rampant.
KRITIKA: ZERO allows you to move swiftly, often to exploit weaknesses with quick motions. With each calculation, and planning going into each move. The ability to move quickly and freely is a key standout feature. As it lets you cover considerable ground juxtaposing around the enemy, and carry momentum for building up action. The principles of timing, speed, deciding experience allotment illustrates how this game was able to survive over time, reflecting the genres modern advancements as well as past its confinements.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 9 hours

Pros:
Original story
Fun combat system with tons to pick up
Unique universe
Cons:
Discontinued on PC
Previously available but no longer on the Steam store

This developer is alright. You get what you expect. The graphics are nothing to write home about. The scenes are better than run of the mill AI. I think it is alright but nothing special.

This game is a full-blown god complex. Fake people are cleaner, sexier, and more seductive than my real friends. Honestly, I feel better hanging out with Sims than with whatever else there is.
I bought this game to build dream houses. Instead, I spend half of my time in Gallery, and controlling my Sims because they can't find the toilet the other half of the time.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Recommended
Hours Played: 52
Pros:
Accidentally adopting a baby, then watching your nice bedroom become theirs.
Discovering that my Sim can die.
Realizing the true endgame isn’t wealth, real happiness is leaving Bob Pancakes in a pool with no ladder.
Cons:
It’s a life simulator/chaotic sandbox where you get to learn how fragile existence of life is when you forget to pay your bills on time.
EA account is dodgy when it comes to recognizing content purchased cross-platform, and my owned DLC purchases from console were not recognized on PC after linking. This is not always the case I've found.

Would I recommend it? Absolutely. It’s the only game where ruining lives feels superior to actual people. Good clean fun.

⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 13

BLEACH Brave Souls is a fast-paced Action game with low requirement visuals and simple combat. Its anime character designs make battles feel fun and memorable, while the plot balances the initial themes. Some filler quests and uneven pacing, but overall it’s worth playing.

The only game ever. You've been very naughty, you know. How could you forget.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 2

Freedom Wars is a standout Action RPG that thrives on its unique concept and suspenseful world-building. Set in the same dimension as God Eater where Earth resources essential to human existence have depleted and humanity dwindles. Players are chained with super natural powers to combat monstrous threats, the game delivers a distinctive narrative supported by custom characters equipping striking weapon designs.
The music is dynamic. Battles remain challenging throughout. Suspense is woven seamlessly into the chaotic storyline, providing nuance and keeping the engagement alive. The soundtrack deserves another mention, adding a funky upbeat score along story-driven moments.
World-building is one of Freedom Wars strongest features, tied to God Eater. Presenting a futuristic setting rich with lore and creativity. However, certain anime styles may not appeal to all audiences.
Freedom Wars originally launched on PS Vita over a decade ago, deserves this remaster, and remains a captivating experience. Its creativity, longevity, co-op game design, and immersive story make it a must-play for those seeking action RPG that blends anime, horror, and suspenseful storytelling.
Pros:
Co-op combat system with online
Literally HOWLING that frivolous chats with my cellmate extends my sinner sentence
Properly faithful remaster of the original PS Vita title
Suspenseful battles
Cons:
N/A

One of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had...

E.T.E Phone it home
⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 2

It imitates Xenoblade yet comes across superficial, and lacking the depth of all else it attempts copying.
Attempts at relevance despite its shortcomings, deserves praised for their execution, and sincerity. However, these emotional moments scattered about are not seen as rare which only highlights an otherwise lackluster fashion.
The map is tiny, which is awful if your dream experience is walking around exploring. Thankfully, the game throws you a magic airbase, teleport towers, and even a support drop to glide and deliver—because apparently the best feature of this world is finding ways not to actually traverse it.
This maybe is a gacha game that feels locked up. Don’t worry though—your precious <3waifu<3 will survive, so you can rebuild the same party again and again while pretending this is ‘fresh.’ Optimistic? Sure. Fun? Ask me after my pulls.

Pros:
Incredible cast for voice acting.
Enjoyable character design with incredible writing.
Jiggle-jiggle.
Smooth combat system with option to switch character.
Memorable boss encounters.
Cons:
Progress stutters typical to mobile games.
Not able to control character outside HUB world.
Technical glares largely obvious, and hard to ignore.
High rate of flashes throw off attention to detail where it matters most.
I accidentally bring up steam overlay due to Tab + Shift alternation being crucial in battle.

Give it a go if you like mech-battles & beautiful sci-fi boobs.
I found early stages place focus on the boss enemy since the story picks your companion to auto-battle. The game is filled to the brim with hints too. Don't get caught up in tutorial and really stick it out.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 25
Straightforward & terrifying State of Decay 2 blends fast chase, unique characters, and rich humor, though pacing can falter at times.
The world of State of Decay 2 is not a place of comfort—it is a fractured Earth where humanity clings to survival against horrors that should never exist. Every corner of its sprawling cities and shadowed fields feels drenched in menace, a reminder that the line between order and chaos is razor-thin.
What makes State of Decay 2 stand apart is its concept: wield newly made unions, decide who is cursed or blessed with abilities that blur the boundary between enemy and friend. The character voices are striking, the weapon designs sharp and memorable, their hideouts feel almost alive—extensions of their will and their burden.
Combat is where the game truly breathes. Chases are fierce, violent dances—fast, punishing, and relentless. The intensity never lets up, and each fight feels like a desperate struggle against overwhelming odds. Yet, amidst the darkness, the game injects moments of humor—brief sparks of levity that remind you the characters are still human, even as the world tries to consume you.
The lore is vast and unsettling, a story stitched together with notes and threads. It’s a trail that feels alive, haunted by its own history.
State of Decay 2 is not without flaws. Pulling you away from the urgency of survival you are tasked with choices of corruption, and the grotesque—may unsettle players unprepared for the weight of a fatally decided favorite character narrative.
In the end, State of Decay 2 is not a game for the faint of heart.

Pros:
Vast, beautiful open-world with exploration
Deep looting system with crafting variety
Memorable choices with NPC encounters
Cons:
Endgame permanent death feels crushing

It is a grim, imaginative survival-horror that thrives on its decisions, and world-building where choices of life & death co-exist. Despite its imperfections, it remains a all-star—an adventure of the eras.

Fluid battles, superb visuals, unforgettable dimension.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
Hours Played: 2
Elsword is a unique MMORPG where super strength meets relentless combat that blends striking visuals, and imaginative character building.
Its super cute setting and powerful fighters create battles that feel intense, and memorable, while unique weapons provide balances against the harder extremes.
The SFX were enough to keep adding depth to action.
Though filler and uneven character development occasionally disrupts lore it is a standout experience.
For players seeking a fighting MMORPG that combines action, humor, and a richly built world, all the characters are well worth playing.