Recent reviews by X2DA

As my introduction to Tekken, I really want to like this game as it does a lot of really cool things.

That said, the core gameplay is buns compared to the previous games I have since tried. There's very little incentive for trying to play defensively, or evasively, in a 3D fighter, where being able to evade and sidestep should be a no-brainer.

On top of this, the developers continuously lie to their players about how they plan to update the game and fix issues. I will not be returning until they do... IF they ever do.

This is why you don't let Melee players make fighting games.

To its credit, RoA2 has some fantastic mechanic ideas, like their Getup Specials, and their Throw tech mechanics. The characters IN CONCEPT do feel expanded upon, and their new updated movesets are cool and imaginative. Their cosmetics are intriguing as well, and it feels like there's something for everyone in the store.

That said, everything else might as well be a middle finger to the original Rivals of Aether.

This is genuinely one of the sloppiest, clunkiest platform fighters I have ever played. Movement is awkward feeling and not at all reminiscent of the first game, hallmark mechanics of the original RoA, such as parrying, are so ridiculously slow on startup, you might as well not even use them, and knockback angles of several moves make ZERO sense; you'll get hit with an aerial attack and try to DI in, only to get flung in the opposite direction for no reason at all.

In summary, This game abandons the common logic of a fighting game's most basic structure in the name of appealing to the obsessed acolytes of a 30 year old party game.

We deserved so much better than this.

This is a party MUST-HAVE! Great, Goofy fun, at an extremely affordable price! (Only 1 person in a group of 6 needs to have the game purchased)

PSN requirement sucks balls, but, it is what it is. Game is a blast regardless.

Holy Crab! What an incredible experience from start to finish! Appropriately difficult, great story, and great bosses! This is a must-play!

It suffices as a relaxing break from my usual demographic of games, and features a ton of puungs signature, visually striking storybook style!

Genuinely fun PvE shooter that does an excellent job keeping it's community united. It makes for an enjoyable and immersive experience.

I picked this game up after seeing the power of their sprite animation rig tool, and let me tell you this game does NOT disappoint. Smack Studio is an absolute blast to play online, and to create characters. I can accomplish in a WEEK what would otherwise take months. I will say this game does have its flaws, and it's far from polished, but trust me when I say: It's worth every dollar; on this you have my word.

Pretty Fun One-Sitting game with a fair amount of replay value and difficulty scaling. There's more to be desired from the artstyle in my opinion, but it works for what it is!

You'll have so much fun with this game, whether you're an IRL Dodgeball enthusiast, a competitive gamer, or a nut for worldbuilding.