Completed

These are the games I've completed. There might be some titles I'm forgetting but for the most part, I'm pretty selective with what I play and think I’d enjoy. These days I only have the patience to put time into games that I really enjoy.

Game Release Date GameSpot Score Speeny's Score

Chantelise: A Tale of Two Sisters

PC - I enjoyed this game immensely to say the least. I honestly thought that I wouldn't be as invested in it initially, as it was one of those titles I purchased off of Steam years ago prior to playing. To sum up the gameplay, it's challenging. But I wouldn't say you'd pull your hair out over it. Using various combinations of equipment during the last few bosses definitely helped and it gives you a grasp of what the gameplay mechanics are truly capable of. It's fairly straightforward, but also strategic.

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Pokemon Red / Blue / Yellow / Green Version

3DS/GBC - I played Yellow and managed to complete the Pokédex too. Did I feel accomplished? Not exactly. It took me roughly 150 hours. Having to trade back and fourth in order to get version exclusives using my sisters 3DS. At one stage, I actually owned all of the mainline Pokémon games on the DS/3DS and was planning on having some form of a complete living Pokedex. But, whilst making my way through Crystal, I released a Pokémon holding EXP Share and after that I was like: "yeah, I've had enough of this." In retrospect, it's not that big of a deal seeing as you can't transfer most Pokémon into most of the Switch titles.

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Jak and Daxter Collection

PS3- I only ever completed Precursor Legacy. It always appealed to me as a kid that the game was set on Jak's home island and that you could swim around mindlessly for hours. From what I've played of Jak II, it's my favourite out of the trilogy.

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Forward to the Sky

PC - This was cute. It wasn't anything great though. It can prove to be challenging here and there with certain puzzles. You could beat it within an hour most likely.

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Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection

PS4- I played Uncharted 1 & 2 on the PS3. All of the games in this trilogy are good. For whatever reason, the second game is my least favourite.
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The Crooked Man

PC - Surprisingly, this was pretty scary considering it was just a bunch of 2D sprites and all.

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Kanon (2002)

PC - I really enjoyed my time with this. Admittedly, this took me about a year to beat playing each route with momentary drawn out breaks in-between. This is honestly the only Visual Novel I've invested time into. I completed all four character routes. But, was unfortunately missing one CG from Nayuki's route. Maybe that was just a glitch though seeing as the game doesn't have an official English translation...yet.

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Planetarian: the reverie of a little planet

PC - This game was definitely a different experience. Incredibly unique, at that. The projection segment in particular, feels incredibly melancholic and almost strangely nostalgic? It's really intriguing seeing a perspective from the future. I guess overall this game does a good job in making you realise how advanced technology could become and as a result, possibly be the demise of civilization.

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Kao the Kangaroo

PS5 - This game in my mind is just a typical 3D platformer. Nothing outstanding, but completely playable. Admittedly, I did get my hopes up seeing as this is technically a reboot of the franchise, but I was ultimately disappointed with its execution. The voice acting is particularly stale. I honestly got the vibe that because the developer is small, they used non-native English speaking Europeans to voice in the English audio for the game. Having a constant reminder that O is the skip button up in the right hand corner during every cutscene turns out to be distracting. I did achieve 100% fairly easily, so that's a plus.

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Shantae and the Seven Sirens

Switch - Yet again, this is one I'd say is just as good as the rest though slightly less memorable. It's too easy in comparison and the load times are kind of annoying. This was also the first game in the series that I didn't bother to 100% complete.

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Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness

Gamecube - I actually really liked this game from memory. The thing is, I don't remember much about it. It was a drastic change from playing the handheld titles.

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Pokemon X / Y

3DS - I played X. It was a pretty amazing experience due it being the first ever 3D handheld Pokémon game, I think? I was the odd one out having liked the idea of Mega Evolutions.
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Sakura Santa

PC -

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Pokemon Ranger

DS - I remember this being alright. Fairly short though. I think I had trouble with the last boss/capture. Wasn't it Raikou?

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Kirby's Dream Buffet

Switch - Yet another game that I played alongside my sister and our experience was simply okay. Luckily, I didn't get my hopes up. I think its biggest flaw is within the gameplay. Sure, it's fast-paced, but it's not satisfying nor do you get any real sense of progression or achievement. I'd label this as a quick cash grab from Nintendo.

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Pokemon Diamond / Pearl / Platinum Version

DS - I played all three games: Diamond, Pearl and Platinum. Though, I only remember ever beating Diamond. Platinum is the superior game in my opinion because it's the third version which typically is just a more polished version of the previous two. This is also highly regarded among fans because of it's post-game content.

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Pokemon FireRed / LeafGreen Version

GBA - I played Leaf Green. I had great difficulty beating the Elite Four, but it was only because I was young and didn't grasp type effectiveness and ineffectiveness.

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Pokemon Ruby / Sapphire / Emerald Version

GBA - I initially played Sapphire, but I think I only beat ever Emerald. I don't I remember much else other than it being nostalgic. Hoenn was a significant setting and region for many. I'll always remember the cutscene where it's raining, Kyogre and Groudon both duking it out and Rayquaza suddenly appearing to keep them at bay.

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Kingdom Hearts III

PS4 - What can I say about this game? Well, to put it simply, I didn't like it very much. It honestly felt rushed and kind of forced considering that it was anticipated for such a long time. The cutscenes were constant and really hindered the gameplay. It was also a shame that all of the worlds were shown off before release too. Overall, it's playable, but it definitely doesn't deserve the overall rating it was given.
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Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 3: Night of the Quinkan

PC - This game is definitely my least favourite out of the trilogy. I think it's to mainly due to how drastically different it is from a storytelling perspective compared it's prequels. I didn't bother 100% completing this game as I did with the others. Spending more time on this just wasn't worth my time nor effort. Plus, I feel as if the older I get, the less I care about stuff like that anyway.

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Doki Doki Literature Club!

PC - I played this game alongside my sister. To sum it up, it's your typical run-of-the-mill Visual Novel experience...until nearing the end of the game. I guess you only play it for the shock value. At least it's free.

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New Super Lucky's Tale

Switch - This game was alright. I've got mostly negative stuff to say about it. My biggest issue was that the load times were pretty unbearable. (Maybe because I played this on the Switch?) Anyway, I was hoping for some kind of combat upgrades in the game as you progress along, but nope. As for the coins, only used to buy costumes which is a let down. The gameplay is fun enough. It reminds me of a mix between Mario and Kao the Kangaroo. (Kao because of the tail whip to extend your jump.) The level designs are intricate in their own way. The marble levels were sometimes frustrating and actually managed to give me a headache. I really loved Hauntingham. That was the one highlight for me. They could have honestly just made the game based in that world. Overall, I don't think I can see myself replaying this again anytime soon.

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5

Brave: The Search for Spirit Dancer

PS2 - As a kid, I was so eager to play this game waiting for it's release. Upon replaying it via a PS2 emulator...it's mediocre at best. To put it into perspective, it's different, but not necessarily in a good or bad way. "Meh" is the best way to describe a game like this. Maybe the not so known Wii title expanded on this?

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5

Rayman 2: The Great Escape

PC - Unpopular opinion, but I'd say I prefer the original game over this. I prefer and think of Rayman more as a 2D side scroller personally. The in this game camera tends to be awful at times and the levels that involved riding the shells, the controls were very sensitive. I'll forgive it though seeing as it gets praised for what it did with 3D technology. The last boss fight is challenging. Maybe only because your head is spinning half the time. Mine was at least.

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5

Grabbed by the Ghoulies

Xbox One/Rare Replay Collection - I used to be obsessed with this game as a kid. It might of been the only reason why I ever bought an OG Xbox. As for my gripes, playing it felt really drawn out and sometimes redundant. It's challenging too, which isn't always a bad thing. Thinking about it now, going for a perfect score in this game would be quite the task.

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Kirby Star Allies

Switch - This was something that I'd class as just a run-of-the-mill Kirby game. Not particularly great, but it's worth a shot if you haven't played any of the others. Soul Melter was difficult. I did beat it though after numerous attempts.
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Kirby: Planet Robobot

3DS - Not a favourite by any means, but it was still completely playable. Obviously, most Kirby games are incredibly casual. This, is one of them.
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Jotun

PC - Memorable art style, animations & gameplay. From memory, it was challenging and somewhat strategic.
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Mirror's Edge

PC - A good game. Simply put, it's just parkour. Visuals, gameplay and atmosphere still hold up today.

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Ratchet & Clank (PS4)

PS4 - This game I found to be completely playable but it lacked the nostalgia I had for the original even though it probably attempted at times to remind you of that. One factor being that this was a movie tie-in of sorts, hence there being differences. Other than that, I think a couple of my biggest criticisms with this title is that the pacing and other aspects in particular felt very rushed. Due to this, I also think this contributed greatly to the lack of exportability in each planet, making it an underwhelming experience overall.
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Kirby's Adventure

3DS/GBC - This was fine. With it being the first title in the series, it was a great introduction.

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Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

Switch - I enjoyed my time with this game. It reminds me of Shantae in a way. Probably due to it being a side scroller. Upon beating it, I was left with the bad ending. But, it is what it is. A short and sweet experience.
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Wii Sports

Wii - I don't think you can actually "complete" this game. But I added it anyway. It's a fun party game that me and my family upon it's release used to play religiously. (Mainly the tennis and bowling as well as baseball.) Switch Sports isn't even comparable unfortunately.

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Dragon Quest

Switch - This was good. I'm glad I finally got to play the first entry into a series I hold close to my heart. I had to use a walkthrough to get through a couple of parts because if not, I think most wouldn't have a clue of where to look and use certain items. In saying this, the rest of the game wasn't overly hard either. You just needed to know when to grind. As for when I play II and III...time will tell.

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7

Rayman Legends

Switch - This was actually the only Rayman game I didn’t bother to 100% complete. Mainly because there’s a lot of extra content and I think by the time the credits rolled I was done with it. (I got gold trophies on all main levels and released all Teenies.) Maybe an unpopular opinion, but I’d say it was equally as good as Origins. Though, the levels in this title were more unique.
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Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Switch - I'll be honest and say that this is not my favourite DQ game. But, it should still be held with high regard. It's fairly easy overall. I only had trouble with a couple of bosses nearing the endgame. The crafting system was very handy, satisfying at times and a nice addition. I only ended up doing some of the Tickington sidequests. Just to throw it out there, admittedly I have a crush on Jade.
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Batman: Arkham Asylum

PS3 - This was good. Admittedly my least favourite in the Arkham series though. Probably due to the lack of exploration that the following games I played branched upon. (I'm interested in playing Origins, but will probably never find the time.)

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7

Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Switch - In my opinion this game is infinitely superior to Star Allies. But, there’s aspects that are forgettable about it that I just can’t quite put my finger on.
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Rayman Origins

PC - This was a good game. I think it really went back to Rayman's 2D side-scrolling roots. It offered the perfect balance of difficulty. Not too hard yet, not too easy. (I did complete Land Of The Livid Dead by the way. With a lot of luck.) In saying this, I still consider the first Rayman game to be my favourite.

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7

Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc

PC - Again, another unpopular opinion but this is a better game than Rayman 2 in my opinion. Is it superior to the original though? Absolutely not. It's a very different game compared to the previous titles, mainly with the way it handles its themes. It almost has this slapstick kind of quality to it. I didn't really like the voice acting. It also provided very little challenge.

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7

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

3DS - A good game. I plan to play the original eventually.
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Creepy Tale

Switch - I had fun with this. It kind of takes me back to being a kid and reading a picture book. It has that aesthetic at least, particularly in it's art style. Very pleasing. I had to look at a walkthrough in order to work out parts of the last couple of puzzles.

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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl

Switch - I had fun with this. It wasn't overly nostalgic, but I still had a pleasant time nonetheless. In order to complete the National Pokédex, I had to inevitably wait until HOME support rolled around so that I could transfer a handful of mons over from my copy of Shield temporarily. Most notably, a Heracross, Dialga and Ramanas Park version exclusive legendaries. All in all, I'm satisfied in knowing that I now have Gen 2 starters.
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Klonoa: Door to Phantomile

Wii - I played the Wii game, which is considered a remake of the original PS1 title even though the Wii title is not listed as a game on here strangely enough. It was difficult, especially to 100%. I remember the last few stages being tricky. I don't recall playing through the end game bonus stage.

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New Super Mario Bros. U

Switch - I think I prefer New Super Mario Bros. Wii. But, this one was fun too. I played by myself though which probably made it a little more frustrating than fun. It was a challenge. Especially when trying to collect most of the star coins. (Though I never ended up completing Super Star Road.)
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Overcooked! 2

Switch - Admittedly, I prefer the first game. Though, this is a solid sequel. The final stage surprisingly isn't as hard in this though. We got 3 stars on pretty much everything. (Excluding most Kevin levels.) There is however, a new game plus option, which we never played. ;)
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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

PS5 - Wow, what an improvement is what comes to mind when I think about this game. What I mean by that is, this is comparable in such a way that this is a "big brother" to Ratchet & Clank 2016. It's as if Insomniac turned around and said: "Hey, sorry for doing the fans a disservice, here's something to make up for it." The gameplay is immensely satisfying even though the shooter aspects can be repetitive. Using the orange Hurlshots was particularly amusing. Without the welcome additions of Rivet and Kit, I don't think there'd be the same energy. Just those two characters alone add new life into the franchise. A saving grace, you could say.
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Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Switch - After initially not wanting to play this game and comparing various elements to BoTW, I decided to finally give it a go a couple of weeks after release. To my surprise, I had a blast. This game especially, makes completing the Pokédex that much more satisfying and purposeful than in previous entries. It doesn't feel as much like a chore, in other words. Overall, I think the only slight annoyance was when you were forced to record the survey reports each time you were to leave an area.
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Pokemon Sword / Shield

Switch - I played Shield for the second time after dropping it previously. Enjoyed it much more this time around. Shield as a base game itself is not the best Pokémon title but for someone who took a break from the series and just hopped back into it after not playing most of the 3DS games, it’s pretty good. I completed the Pokedex in the base game as well as the DLC's including catching every mon that was available in the Dynamax Adventures raids. Isle of Armor was okay for what is was but I preferred Crown Tundra. The snowy setting had a much more appealing vibe for my tastes. Mysterious, cosy and had an underlying sense of nostalgia.
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Overcooked!

Switch - This is a fun game. It's challenging, but not to the point where you'd be on the verge of rage quitting. I remember the final stage being very difficult. We got 3 stars on all stages. A nice achievement I guess you could say.
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Final Fantasy VII Remake

PS4 - I’d give this a solid 8/10 for this game at least compared to the original. I will probably have a more solid opinion once and if I play the rest of the games whenever they’re released. For me, I guess there’s a certain charm that the original had that just can’t be replicated. Maybe I’m just thinking through nostalgia? Even though I played the original for the first time last year. I played the majority of the remake on normal difficulty apart from the Hell House boss and Sephiroth fight. I found myself having the urge to switch to Easy. I was quick to realize that I wasn’t very well equipped with enough healing items.
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Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster

PC - I've played X. It's a great game, but I think compared to VII it's story is slow. I remember when I owned this on the PS2 and the cinematic cutscenes amazed me at the time. They still hold up even now. Admittedly, I cheesed my way through the last few bosses of the game by ensuring that all of my characters limit gauges & Yuna's summons were maxed out. I was playing it for the story honestly. As I think a lot of people do with the FF games.
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Sly Cooper Collection

PS3 - The Sly games are some of my favourites having played them time and time again since childhood. If I were to rank the trilogy, Sly 1 is my least favourite at number 3. Sly 3 coming in at number two and then I'd consider Sly 2 to be my favourite in the trilogy simply because it introduced a different tonal quality for the sequels.

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Psychonauts 2

PC - This sequel is everything I had hoped for and was well worth the wait. It has all the personality and charm that the original ushered in. So much so that it really felt as if the prequel was released only yesterday. It's a seamless transition. There was not an inkling of any kind of "cookie cutter" vibe I got from this game. Certain dialogue from Raz is amusing, as he pokes fun at how much of a substantial period of time there was between the original games release and this sequel. Something along the lines of: "Hey, this reminds me of the Whispering Rock Psychic Summer Camp! I was just there...yesterday..." Irony at it's finest and a refreshing reference. On that note, I absolutely love the NPC humour and interactions. From a storytelling perspective, the game did an applaudable job at gradually revealing the relationship between Ford Cruller & Maligula with the addition of her being the seventh member of the Psychonaughts. Also, the twist entailing how Ford replaced Nona with Maligula was totally unexpected. There's more to this, but the plot is fairly in-depth, so I'll leave it at that. Truthfully, I've likely misunderstood some key plot points too as it was at times...overwhelming. As the game started to veer into concluding itself, I had mixed feelings towards the Grulovian content being an integral part of the ending. It was fine, but it felt somewhat unnecessary to me seeing as I collected the Memory Vaults...that's just me, though. When it was revealed that Gristol Malik was the mole in the Psychonaughts, I couldn't help but think "Meh." I had my suspicions on Ford. But, truthfully, it would have been disappointing if that were to be the case. From a completionists standpoint, achieving 100% completion in this game does not feel like a chore in the least. Even though unlike my time with the first game, I technically didn't 100% this as I only managed to achieve Rank 101 instead of 102. Figments, Collectibles, Memory Vaults, Challenge Cards and PSI Challenge Markers were all collected successfully across each area and brain though. All in all, a solid sequel that reignited my love for Psychonaughts.
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Batman: Arkham City

PS4 - This was an almost perfect sequel. I don't remember much about this title though, only that the pacing and world-building in general felt more refined compared to Asylum. In other words, this game strives to be more along the lines of open world.
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Mario Kart 7

3DS - It took me a long time to consider this game beaten. I got 3 stars for each cup of every cc. I had a particularly hard time achieving this on Mirror Mode - Special Cup. I didn’t get around to obtaining every kart piece...mainly because I just couldn’t have been bothered and 3 stars in everything is more than enough of an achievement. The games CPU's and items are definitely less forgiving than MK8/Deluxe. But I’d say overall, I prefer the tracks in this game.

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Kirby's Return to Dream Land

Wii - I played the majority of this multiplayer with a friend. It's good fun.

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Rayman Forever

PC - This is quite possibly the hardest game I've played. However, I can finally say that I've beaten it and it was a ton of fun. Overall, it's difficult. Though I wouldn't say it's as hard as people make it out to be. I wasn't getting too frustrated until the last quarter of the game. You need to have a lot of patience with it. It forces you to memorise certain patterns and what not. The levels take practice sometimes. In my opinion the hardest levels were Space Mama's Crater & Eat at Joe's. Mr. Dark was a pretty tricky final boss too, but only during the second phase.

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New Super Mario Bros. Wii

Wii - This was great fun, having played this alongside a friend. I remember we stacked up on lives in one of the Ghost House stages.

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Kingdom Hearts

PS2 - I remember a friend beat the final boss, Ansem for me back in the day. Even though I've played through most of the mainline games available now, it was nice seeing the ending to this back then. Simple and Clean still remains to be a classic. It doesn't have any relation to the game at all. But, it's still a classic!

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A Hat in Time

PC - A great game. Strangely nostalgic, but I guess that's what they were aiming for, seemingly having pulled influences from multiple 3D platformers, adding to the overall aesthetic of this game. Both Seal the Deal and Nyakuza Metro DLC's are a welcome addition. As of yet, I have not touched Vanessa's Curse nor the online content.
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Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue

PC - This game was great in my opinion and much better than the first. It just feels more established. It does have its problems though. Sometimes driving around the map without knowing where you're going does get a bit tedious & feels outdated. But other than that, I really enjoyed this.

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Kao the Kangaroo Round 2

PC - A hidden gem in my opinion. It's nothing fantastic to most people but I enjoyed it for what it was. The voice acting is corny, I'll say that much. But I guess it's to be expected as the developer studio is so small and the first game probably didn't sell well.

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Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX

PS4 - I can say a lot about the Kingdom Hearts games. So, for this collection, I'll briefly touch upon my thoughts: The first Kingdom Hearts is good. Nostalgic and an array of different Disney worlds to explore. I managed to get the Ultima Weapon fairly easily this time around. Hoarding items and various materials that enemies dropped definitely played a factor as to why. (On my PS3 copy, it seemingly took me days. But, to be fair I didn't have the greatest guide.) I also defeated most of the side bosses. (Excluding the Phantom.) As for Chain of Memories: It's extremely significant in terms of it's story and how it sets things up for Kingdom Hearts II. But, I just couldn't stand the gameplay as it was drastically different and relied on a card-based combat system. There was one card in particular that I used to pretty much cheese my way through most of the boss fights nearing the end. (It might have been called Lethal Flame?) I also remember having an extremely difficult time with the Alice in Wonderland boss. I think my winning strategy was just to freeze it's body and attack when necessary. On top of that, the day that I managed to finish Sora's playthrough, I then decided to play through Riku's. Like the idiot that I am sometimes, I ended up saving over my completed Sora file which was in the first save slot. So, in short it roughly took me an entire day to replay. Skipping through cutscene after cutscene and using Lethal Flame as my trump card of sorts. I think I also sat through and watched all of the cinematic titles a part of this collection which were predominantly DS titles.
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Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX

PS4 - Kingdom Hearts II is my favourite game in the franchise by far. It basically takes everything that was great about the first title and adds to it perfectly. Initially playing as Roxas in Twilight Town was thrilling. Birth By Sleep is my second favourite game even though it's a prequel and somewhat criticised. Dream Drop Distance was disappointing. I found it to be kind of a drag in all honesty and felt somewhat gimmicky on new gameplay mechanics.
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TY the Tasmanian Tiger

PC - This is good. (Maybe I'm only saying that because I'm Australian though?) It's nice to hear authentic Aussie accents for once. I remember events leading up to the ending being abrupt. Even the secret ending you get for 100% completion is underwhelming to say the least.

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Mega Man Battle Network

GBA - I'm fond of the Mega Man Battle Network games. Partially to do with holding some kind of nostalgia for a handful of them. This first game was good. I look forward to considering playing the sequels at some stage.

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Astro's Playroom

PS5 - This is an example of a great 3D platformer and an exciting introduction to the PS5. It doesn't feel like a chore to try and 100% complete either. Which I did!
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Spyro Reignited Trilogy

PS4 - I purchased this game through Amazon for roughly $48 on sale. I felt the urge to relive the nostalgia I had for the first game. Thinking back, it was somewhat of an impulse purchase. After now having played this Reignited Trilogy, I can say with absolute certainty that I'm more of a Spyro fan over Crash Bandicoot. That's if you want to compare the two franchises, which fanbases tend to do. I achieved 100% completion in each title and I'd say it was well worth it, considering that it is completely achievable. As for my thoughts on the three titles overall: Spyro the Dragon: What can I say? This is a game that played a part in defining the PS1 and introduced audiences around the globe to this iconic purple dragon. When I think of Spyro, it's significant to my childhood. The memories I have of playing this as a kid at my grandparents house on the Playstation 1 with not a memory card in sight. But, I didn't care. Because I was inclined to stick solely in the Artisans hub world, charging around, gliding and breathing fire at Gem Thieves. In this game specifically, I find Artisans and its first few stages to be nostalgic. As for my time sitting down and playing through this: I feel as if compared to Ripto's Rage and Year of the Dragon, this game stands out as being less memorable. For me, this is greatly due to a lack of a solid cast of characters other than Spyro himself, making this feel almost lifeless at times. It's a pretty standard platforming experience with nothing much to offer beyond that. Other than that, I found that the time trials are definitely more challenging in this game compared to its sequels. Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage: There was definitely more variety in this game. It's a definite sequel. I think what really appealed to me was that the individual worlds had personality to offer, as well as the characters and minuscule communities within most of them. Unlike the first instalment into the series, this also has more of an established cast of characters with the introduction of the Professor, Hunter & Elora. It was willing to stray away from its comfort zone in that aspect. Instead of collecting eggs from thieves and releasing dragons from statues, this game tasks you with collecting orbs by completing an array of different tasks. From a completionist standpoint, this was much more fulfilling. The hockey match in the Colossus stage made a lightbulb go off in my head and I thought to myself: "Yeah, this is going to be fun." Spyro 3: Year of the Dragon: I think this is Spyro at its best. This game is definitely my favourite out of the three. It comes as a surprise too, considering that most third entries are labelled as the black sheep! What this game does really well is having that balance of remaining true to its roots, offering the traditional Spyro experience. But, with the addition of being able to play as a variety of different characters really encapsulates and elevates that classic 3D platformer experience. The gameplay itself is satisfying and I frequently felt this sense of accomplishment when playing. It's just fun in general. Achieving 117% was a breeze because of this. As a side note, I found The Sorceress to be strangely adorable at times. Without question, I'm most likely the only one to think this, though.
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Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

PC - This was actually the first Shantae game that I played. I've been in love ever since. It takes the classic "Metroidvania" side scrolling gameplay and adds a modern flair.
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Batman: Arkham Knight

PC - This is definitely my favourite title out of the three that I've played through. From memory, I think the Batmobile missions were a little tedious. But, it was something fresh and I think it's what the game needed.
7
9

Shantae: Risky's Revenge

PC - Again, equally as good as the rest.

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Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time

PS3 - An awesome experience. This title is equally as good as the previous three, if not better. It's a close tie between which is my favourite, either Thieves in Time or Sly 2.
7.5
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Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

3DS - I have only played the 3DS remake. It was an incredible experience and introduction into the DQ catalogue. I think it was probably very ahead of its time when it was first released onto the PS1. If you like the Isekai genre, I'd give this a go. I've heard it's underrated too, but it still remains to be my favourite. I remember having to look up various playthroughs to get an idea of what to do with certain items.

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The Last of Us

PS3 - I completed the game on survival difficulty, surprisingly. Considering I'm not that skilled when it comes to playing games. It was a surreal experience. Nothing quite like it to be honest. I also own the game on the PS4, but it's unlikely I'll ever play the sequel as I've just lost the initial thrill and anticipation.
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Kirby: Triple Deluxe

3DS - I think this is my favourite Kirby game from what I've played. It does a lot of little things right and the gameplay is super satisfying and fun.
8
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Heavy Rain

PS4 - People aren't lying when they say that this game keeps you on the edge of your seat. It's definitely a one of a kind experience, at that. One character died during my initial playthrough. Hence, the ending was acceptable, having saved Shaun. But, it wasn't what one would class as the "perfect" ending.

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Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

PC - I love the Shantae games. They're short & sweet and easy to 100% complete. (Yeah, I know...) There's not much I can say about this other than it's equally as good as the rest of them.

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Halo: Combat Evolved

PC - What a perfect example of what an FPS should be. I played this in 2010 with a bunch of friends on the original Xbox. But, beat it later myself on the PC a couple of years later. Ah, I'm reminiscing over those late nights dealing with The Flood.

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Psychonauts

PC - An awesome game that has aged like a fine wine and is incredibly unique. I always liked how the hub world is a campground.

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Super Mario Odyssey

Switch - The hype was met with this one even though I wasn't following it closely up until its release. I'd consider it to be a perfect Mario game, at least from what I've been exposed to in the past. I did cheat my way through the last quarter of the Darker Side. (Where you're able to just fly past the entire area.) I kind of felt guilty not even giving it a proper go. But I had enough difficulty with obtaining some of the Power Moons, so I wanted to just consider the game beaten. (Most notably when having to skip 100 times in the jump rope game in order to be rewarded with a Power Moon.) As a side note, it helped tremendously when I used the Pro controller instead of the joy-cons.
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

3DS - One of the greatest games I've played to date. I can't quite put my finger on why it's so memorable. It's aged really well and my mind is filled with nostalgia looking back on my time with it.

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PoPoLoCrois

PSP - I could say so much about this game! But, to keep things short & sweet I'll say that it's a hidden gem and a must play for somebody who loves JRPG's. It's quite possibly my favourite video game even though it's a butchered down compilation remake of the two Japan only PS1 titles. On that note, the English voice acting isn't as bad as people make it out to be. My aunt bought me this for Christmas one year & I've thanked her ever since.

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Mario Kart: Double Dash!!

Gamecube - I played this with a friend back sometime in 2017. I think this may be my favourite Mario Kart game. The tracks just have a lot of variety and are memorable. We had trouble with Mirror Mode - Star Cup - Rainbow Road.

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Final Fantasy VII

PC - The perfect example of a classic. This game has really stood the test of time and the story in particular has aged well. I played it for the first time this year. (2019) The introduction/initial set-up is one of the most memorable moments in the game. It's extremely exciting. The cast of characters and general chemistry really make this game too. As for the story, it's fairly complex but it's easy enough to grasp the basic gist of what's going on. I beat Safer Sephiroth on my first attempt. (With great effort. My hands were shaking violently.) Though I had trouble with Bizzaro Sephiroth trying to work out how to actually defeat it even though it wasn't all that challenging.

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