With E3 rearing its complicated head in a scant few days, it's easy to overlook the font of bona fide Bitmobber content leaping to your screen via this week's Reviews Spotlight. Be sure to examine these excellent entries before the doors open!
Assassin's Creed 2 Review
By Jack Morphy
Assassin's Creed 2's tale of shadowy retribution on the streets of Renaissance Italy brought several refinements to the game's pacing and direction, abolishing the tediously repetitive side missions of its predecessor. Check out Jack's praise-filled review that contrasts the disparate elements of both games.
A Few Florins Short — Assassin's Creed 2 Review
By Michael Wenzel
It's no secret that AC2's fully climbable cities are a major boon to its replayability, but Michael steps in to call out a few nagging flaws in Ezio's deft touch. As someone who remains incredulous over witnessing Altair's death-defying plummets into bales of hay, Michael's article was an interesting read. Take a look!
Alan Wake
By Gary Lucero
Don't be fooled by the innocuous-looking title — Gary's critique leans heavily in favor of Remedy's psychological thriller, underscoring the game's spooky setting and distinct combat. As a delightful bonus, Gary strives to actually debate some of the glaring criticisms the game received from other reviews, providing counterarguments to such claims of poor facial animation and plot linearity. Way to go, Gary!
Alan Wake Review: Creating Tension Through Investment
By Zach Drapala
Bright Falls, a sleepy coastal hamlet at first glance, surreptitiously crawls under your skin after a prolonged stay — and, at times, quite literally. Zach highlights the indelible immersion of Alan Wake's clash between light and dark that provides a crystalline cinematic experience. Want to see how far you can go before the flashlight ominously flickers? Read the full review.
For What it's Worth: Super Mario 64
By Ryan Conway
The next entry in Ryan's admirable For What it's Worth series rekindles the tranquil days of '90s gaming with a fond revisitation of Super Mario 64. As a launch title for the Nintendo 64, Mario's first foray into 3D revolutionized the gaming world, rewriting the foundations for design and controls for years to come. Whether you're an ardent veteran of Mario games or a neophyte adventurer embarking on your first exploration of Peach's castle, you don't want to pass up this review.