Endzone 2 is a post-apocalyptic city-building and survival game that challenges players to navigate a harsh world filled with environmental threats, resource scarcity, and dynamic exploration. Developed as a sequel to Endzone – A World Apart, this game builds on its predecessor while introducing key improvements and challenges, such as managing multiple settlements and exploring hazardous territories. With a captivating mix of strategic city management and immersive exploration, Endzone 2 is designed to keep players invested in their settlement’s survival. A New Take on a Treacherous World At its core, Endzone 2 is all about survival in a post-cataclysmic setting.…
Author: Obsidian
At PAX West 2024, I had the opportunity to meet the passionate team behind Rogue Waters—an exciting tactical, turn-based rogue-lite that merges pirate adventure with strategic naval combat. The developers were eager to showcase the love and detail poured into their game, and I was able to dive into it firsthand. The result? A thrilling journey of revenge, loyalty, and swashbuckling action, complete with procedurally generated challenges and epic sea creature summons. I also got the chance to test out the combat mechanics with the team, which stood out as one of the most unique and engaging aspects of the…
MechWarrior 5: Clans ushers in a new era for the beloved MechWarrior series, placing players in the boots of a Clan Smoke Jaguar pilot at the height of the Clan Invasion. This latest installment offers a much more narrative-driven experience compared to previous entries, with significant attention paid to storytelling, environment, and character development. Built on the Unreal Engine, the game offers stunning visuals and a robust combat system, all while retaining the depth of customization and strategy that fans of the series expect. But is it worth your time? Let’s break down what makes MechWarrior 5: Clans stand out…
Frostpunk 2 is a bold new entry in the city-survival genre from 11 bit studios, and it’s anything but Frostpunk 1.5. Set 30 years after the original game’s devastating apocalyptic blizzard, Frostpunk 2 pushes the boundaries of its predecessor, evolving both its gameplay and its narrative into something more complex and politically charged. While fans of the first game might feel nostalgia for its brutal challenge, this sequel ventures into new territory, offering fresh mechanics, deeper political systems, and larger stakes. Let’s dive into what makes Frostpunk 2 unique—and where it falls short. A New Story of Survival Picking up…
Have you ever dreamed of flying RC airplanes or racing remote-controlled cars without the hefty investment of time and money? Enter KitHack Model Club, a delightful physics-based sandbox that lets you design, build, and pilot your own RC vehicles across a variety of landscapes and challenges. Developed by the original creator of Kerbal Space Program and a small but passionate team of just three developers, this game takes RC modeling to the next level, offering endless creativity in both single-player and multiplayer modes. Build, Fly, and Battle: The Core of KitHack At its core, KitHack Model Club offers players an…
Supermassive Games, known for their work on Until Dawn and The Quarry, ventures into new territory with their latest interactive horror, The Casting of Frank Stone. This game offers a chilling narrative rooted in the lore of Dead by Daylight, expanding the universe in ways that will appeal to long-time fans of the series. However, does it deliver enough to warrant a standalone experience, or is it just a thin extension of the existing mythos? A Dark Story Unfolds in Cedar Hills Set in the eerie town of Cedar Hills, the game revolves around the legend of Frank Stone, a…