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Jalanimal: Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Played on: ROG Ally X
I abandoned trying to run Metaphor on my Steam Deck and it is working flawlessly on the Rog Ally X. This game rocks. I never liked the Persona games because of the whole social life and being in high school aspect of the game. This game? It gets rid of that. There are still some social links, but I am not dating anyone so that is great.
The game is a Fantasy setting and I think it fits really well with what the series can offer. The monsters in the game are called Humans too, which is pretty cool, and they look wicked like most things in the series. I don’t want to spoil much of this game, but it is really awesome. I am already 15 hours in and it has felt like no time has passed.
Nick: Gunhouse
- Played on: Nintendo Switch
I’ve been playing short bursts of a game that passed me by when it was first released. Gunhouse is part tower defense game, and part puzzle block matching. The tiles you successfully arrange will turn into weapons to defend your castle from the invading hoards.
It’s a simple, but fun gameplay loop that makes for fun sessions to jump into on the couch. A bright color palette and street graffiti art style give this one a unique and vibrant look. The use of color splashes really adds to the gameplay moments. If you’re looking for something that you can quick pick up and play, Gunhouse is a great choice.
Zu: Mech Warrior 5 Clans
- Played on: Odin 2 Mini
Even fine-tuned machines fall ill sometimes. When he isn’t grinding videos or completing GotX games, Zu is still playing, even while under the weather.
Dan W: Project Zero AKA Fatal Frame
- Played on: Steam Deck
Our 3 Games of the Month in the RH Discord were Koudelka (which I adored), Project Zero, and Link To The Past. I didn’t expect LTTP to be the one I liked least of the three. Project Zero (as the Europeans like me call it), is a little bit of a terrifying game where you have to exorcise ghosts by taking a picture of them with a special camera. It gave me 10 hours of being on edge and is a perfect Halloween game.
Derek: Windblown
- Played on: OneXFly
Playing Windblown, a new indie title in Eary Access from the Dead Cells team, Motion Twin. The game combines elements from Dead Cells with Hades-inspired perspective and action gameplay. Right now I’m playing it on the OneXFly, and performance is a little rough (needed 20w TDP for 60fps at 800p) but hopefully, we will see improvements as development continues.
Ban: Hallow’s Eve
- Played on: RG35XX SP
Since I’m out of town, I took the RG35XX SP with me, and I started playing a game called Hallow’s Eve. Its a short game where you play a pumpkin man using his time to get into the human world to rent a copy of Jurassic Park… It doesn’t go according to plan.
It’s kind of like Legend of Zelda, but compressed down in a shorter easier-to-play game. Plus you can fight bad guys and I can’t say no to that. Now I want to watch Jurassic Park…
You can find it on Portmaster, but you do have to buy the game off of Itch.io (it’s only $4).
Andrew: Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
- Played on: Ayaneo Pocket Micro
I haven’t really been able to play much of anything over the past month or so, besides some occasional Wordle or doing some testing for different handhelds. However, seeing as October is almost over, it means that time’s running out on me to be able to at least scratch together one point for GotX. Naturally, of the three winners this month, I picked Zelda. I don’t know if I’ll be able to get it checked off the list, but I’m sure trying to.
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Kelo: Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade
- Played on: Retroid Pocket 4
Heard horror stories about how difficult this game is, but I’m rather enjoying it!
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SoulBlazer Randomizer (https://randoblazer.com/) on a GameKiddy Pixel
Super Metroid and A Link to the Past
Crossover Randomizer (https://samus.link/) on a MacBook Pro with OpenEmu and a DualSense controller
Just Started Zelda Wind Waker on Odin 2 Pro
Even better with Hypatias HD texture pack!
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Dave the Diver, Metal Slug 4.
Ive been playing FF7Rb for a bit but definitely love to mix it up with retro games. DTD is new but plays like a retro and is great so far! Who can go wrong with the MEtal Slug series??? Working my way thru all of them again, and I love it!
All great games! I loved DTD. Such a fun gameplay loop. I need to go back and play more myself!
Worth it for the free DLC
Super Metroid Redux on the 40xx.
Redux has a “hard” mode and the option to increase gravity so Samus feels similar to the GBA games. It’s a great time 👍
That sounds great! I may need to give the game another try with that. Are playing for GOTM or just for fun? Care if we may feature your answer in our article in the future?
Not at all, please do! 👍
And it’s just for fun. I’ve done one GOTY before but personal life is just a weeee bit busy to finish games (even Super Metroid) in that time window right meow.
Strife, Super Metroid, Devil may Cry. Basically all 3 GOTM I beat. Wendy as well in GOTW. But my banger now is The Godfather for PS2, the offer that I just can’t refuse
All the GOTM are done. Now is Pepsiman on PS1 and K1 World Grand Prix on PS2
did they finally finish the translation of star ocean: blue sphere? or is stubbs playing the unfinished translation that’s been out for a while?
Just finished Pokémon Fire Red on my 35xx SP, and I’m currently playing Outer Wilds in my Steam Deck. What an amazing game!!!