Recent reviews by Nihilanth

Büyük beklentiyle başladım ama daha ilk 10 dakikadan itibaren bir şeylerin ters gittiği hissi oturdu. Aslında ortada gerçekten iyi olabilecek bir hikâye var; temel fikir ve atmosfer. Ama oyun bunu sindire sindire anlatmak yerine resmen koşa koşa geçiyor. Sahne kurulmadan sahne bitiyor, karakter gelişmeden olaylar yaşanıyor. Dolayısıyla hikâyenin ağırlığını hissedemiyorsun; her şey yüzeyde kalıyor ve etkisini kaybediyor.

Dil tarafı ise işi daha da zorlaştırıyor. Oyunun ana dili (nedense!?) İngilizce ama karakterlerin konuşma şekli çok yapay hissettiriyor. Daha da kötüsü oyundaki Türkçe seslendirme, İngilizce diyalogların üstüne yapılmış bir dublaj. ve bu dublaj doğrudan İngilizce çeviri üzerinden yapılmış. Yani zincirleme bir kayıp var: anlam → ton → duygu. Bu da ister istemez oyuncuyu hikâyeden koparıyor. Bir noktadan sonra “ne olacak acaba?” diye değil, “hadi bitsin artık” diye oynuyorsun.

Bir de teknik ya da tasarımsal diyebileceğimiz garip bir tercih var: ekranın sağ üst köşesinde sürekli duran sürüm numarası. Küçük bir detay gibi ama değil. Çünkü sürekli gözünün ucunda bence oynanışı baltalıyor. Oyunun içinde değilmişsin de test build oynuyormuşsun gibi bir his veriyor. Bu kadar basit bir şeyin bile gözden kaçmış olması, aslında genel özensizliği de özetliyor.

Uzun lafın kısası; ortada ciddi emek olduğu belli, hatta yer yer “buradan çok iyi bir şey çıkabilirmiş” dedirten anlar da var. Ama aceleye getirilmiş, yeterince parlatılmamış ve en önemlisi doğru aktarılmamış bir iş. Sonuç olarak da beklentinin altında kalan değil, potansiyelini harcamış bir oyun oluyor—ve maalesef insanın vakti de boşa gitmiş hissi bırakıyor.

Control starts strange, confusing, and slightly unsettling… and that’s exactly the point. It slowly pulls you into one of the most atmospheric and thoughtfully designed worlds I’ve ever seen in a game.

The Oldest House feels alive. The sound design, architecture, lighting, and music work together perfectly. Telekinesis is incredibly satisfying, combat is fast and expressive, and the game constantly encourages creativity instead of rigid playstyles.

But what truly makes Control special is its meaning. It’s a game about control — who has it, who pretends to have it, and what happens when you try to force order onto things that refuse to be controlled. The story doesn’t spoon-feed answers, and that’s its biggest strength.

The Foundation and AWE DLCs are essential. They expand the universe in bold ways and connect beautifully with Alan Wake, pushing the narrative into deeper and darker territory.

This isn’t a game for everyone, and it doesn’t try to be. But if you enjoy atmosphere, symbolism, strong world-building, and games that trust your intelligence, Control is something special.

10/10 — a modern classic.

"Anomaly Agent, gerçekten harika bir deneyimdi! Hikayesi son derece orijinal ve diyaloglar esprili bir dille yazılmış, insanı oyunun içine çekmeyi başarıyor. Özellikle merak duygusunu sürekli canlı tutması beni çok etkiledi. Oyun bittiğinde hemen bir daha oynama isteği uyandıracak kadar sürükleyiciydi. Bölüm tasarımları biraz kendini tekrar etse de bu, genel keyfi gölgelemiyor. Tek dezavantajı biraz kısa olması. Anomaly President için şimdiden sabırsızlanıyorum. Böyle kaliteli bir evreni genişletmeleri harika olacak!"

Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown: A Disappointing Ride

Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown promised an exciting return to the open-world racing genre, but sadly, it falls short in several key areas, leaving me thoroughly disappointed.

First and foremost, the game feels hollow and lacks the spirit that made the series iconic. The open-world environment, while expansive, feels lifeless and void of character. The setting is beautiful in some places, but it lacks the charm and immersion that should draw players into the experience. It’s hard to shake the feeling that the game is all style and no substance.

The game’s optimization is another glaring issue. It’s plagued with performance problems that hinder the enjoyment of the gameplay. Whether it’s slow loading times, frame drops, or odd stuttering, the technical issues are hard to overlook. For a game that focuses on high-speed action, these problems are particularly jarring.

But perhaps the most frustrating aspect of Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown is its absurd difficulty and lack of tolerance for mistakes. The AI drivers are unpredictable, and in the middle of what should be an exciting race, they can suddenly overtake you in a completely unrealistic manner. In some instances, they’ll even pass you out of nowhere after you’ve made a small mistake, completely ruining the flow of the race. The game punishes you for every minor error, and it’s common to find yourself at the very back of the pack after a single slip-up. If you fall behind even slightly, you’ll be forced to replay the entire race from the start—often frustratingly so.

While some players might appreciate a high level of challenge, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown takes it to an extreme. It feels less like a racing game and more like a test of patience, as every tiny mistake forces you to restart from square one. Even the most experienced players may find themselves frustrated with the game’s lack of forgiveness, which only exacerbates the lack of fun.

In conclusion, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown is a missed opportunity. It has the potential to be a great racing game, but the lack of depth, poor optimization, and brutal difficulty make it a frustrating experience. For fans of the genre, there are far better alternatives that offer both excitement and challenge without the constant need to restart and the overwhelming sense of being punished for every mistake.

Another issue that truly grinds my gears is the repetitive and unnecessary hotel departure sequence every time you start the game. This little cutscene, which could be easily skipped, just adds to the frustration. Instead of jumping straight into the action, players are forced to sit through this drawn-out, irrelevant sequence, which quickly becomes tiresome and, frankly, annoying. It's a small detail, but it accumulates over time and detracts from the overall experience.

In terms of visuals, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown doesn’t live up to the performance it demands from your system. The game requires significant resources to run, but the graphics don’t reflect that level of demand. It feels like a missed opportunity—while the world could look stunning, the visuals are underwhelming considering the heavy toll it takes on your hardware. For a game that taxes your system so much, you’d expect better optimization and visual fidelity, but unfortunately, it doesn't deliver.

I honestly regret purchasing this game. There’s a sense that the game won't be fixed anytime soon, and with every patch or update, the issues seem to linger. The game still feels unfinished, and it’s hard to see any substantial improvements on the horizon. If you were considering picking this up, I’d highly recommend looking elsewhere.

On top of everything else, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown has an always-online requirement, which wouldn’t be such an issue if the servers were stable. However, they frequently crash or become unavailable, making it even harder to enjoy the game. The constant server downtime only adds to the sense of frustration, making an already broken experience even worse. For a game that demands you to stay online at all times, it’s baffling that the servers struggle so much.

In summary, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown is a game that I would strongly advise against purchasing. Between the endless technical issues, lackluster graphics, frustrating game play mechanics, and server instability, the experience feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable racing game. Save your money and avoid the disappointment—I can’t stress this enough: DO NOT BUY THIS GAME.

God of War: Ragnarok isn’t just a sequel; it’s a meticulously crafted masterpiece that elevates every aspect of the series. Right from the beginning, you’re drawn into a story that feels like it's woven from the finest threads of Norse myth and human emotion. Every character, from Kratos to the supporting cast, has depth and complexity that keeps you invested throughout. It’s rare to see storytelling of this caliber in gaming – the kind that makes you care, that feels profound and rich with purpose.

Visually, Ragnarok is a feast for the eyes. Each realm is meticulously crafted, bringing a variety of landscapes and atmospheres that feel distinct and full of life. The environments range from icy fjords to fiery pits, and each locale feels like its own unique world, brimming with detail. These environments are not just backdrops but are intricately connected to the narrative, making exploration feel purposeful and rewarding.

The gameplay builds upon the foundations of the previous installment with a variety of new dynamics and fresh combat mechanics that keep the experience exciting. Every encounter and puzzle feels balanced, challenging you just enough to feel rewarding while constantly evolving.

In the end, God of War: Ragnarok stands tall as more than just a follow-up. It’s an unforgettable journey and a modern gaming classic – a testament to what happens when every piece of a game, from the story to the visuals to the gameplay, is crafted with artistry and passion. A must-play for any fan of the genre and a defining moment for the medium itself.

VR ile bambaşka bir deneyim oluyor, sanki tüm olayların gerçekten içindeymişsiniz gibi hissettiriyor. Eğer bir VR başlığınız varsa hiç düşünmeden alabilirsiniz. VR'ın en iddialı oyunu desem yanlış söylemiş olmam.

Bazı optimizasyon sorunları olsa da hala dünyanın en iyi ve en kapsamlı şehir kurma simulasyonu, kesinlikle tavsiye ediyorum.

Klasik MW3 haritalarını gerçekten özlemişim, çok rafine ve dengeli. Single Player kısmı için aynı şeyi söylemek zor ama zaten COD genelde Multiplayer odaklı olduğu için önerebilirim.

Yıllardır geliştirilen, haritası sürekli güncellenen harika bir simulatör. Kesinlikle tavsiye ederim.

Son zamanlarda oynadığım gerek atmosferi, gerekse görselliği olarak en başarılı oyunlardan birisi. Eski S.T.A.L.K.E.R. serisini bilenler bilir, özellikle ilk bölümlerde onun o muazzam atmosferini vermeyi başarmışlar. Hele ki RTX ve 4K desteği ile oynarsanız oyun bambaşka bir hal alıyor. Tavsiye ederim.