Out of Bounds

The Last of Us: Part I : The Review Score: 10 out of 10 Overview : "Little is left to be said about The Last of Us: Part I .   It's a game that broke the world by telling an engaging story, one of the best in gaming, while also being a near-perfect gameplay experience. It's a modern day masterpiece and one of the juggernauts of the entire gaming industry. " The Positives The visuals in The Last of Us Part I are breathtaking, thanks to the complete overhaul on PS5. The character models, animations, and environments have been completely rebuilt, and the attention to detail is incredible. It’s honestly hard to believe how much better it looks while still capturing the soul of the original; The emotional impact of the story remains one of the best parts of the game. Joel and Ellie’s journey continues to be gut-wrenching, and the moments of hope and despair hit just as hard, if not harder, with the new enhancements​; The PS5’s hardware is fully utilized here. The haptic f...

Concord: The Cosmic Disappointment of 2024 Concord , a multiplayer first-person shooter developed by Firewalk Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, was released on August 23, 2024, amidst significant anticipation. Having spent eight years in development, it represented a substantial investment by Sony, aimed at establishing a foothold in the competitive multiplayer gaming market. However, this ambitious venture quickly turned into a catastrophic chapter in the industry, as the game was shut down just over a week later, on September 6, 2024. At its core, Concord sought to differentiate itself by offering players the chance to take on the role of the Freegunners , a group of mercenaries with unique abilities. The game aimed to combine cinematic storytelling with fast-paced gameplay, encouraging teamwork and strategic thinking among players. Unfortunately, despite attempting to include innovative mechanics, Concord struggled to capture the attention of gamers. Early s...

God of War: Ragnar ök : The Review Score:  10 out of 10 Overview : " God of War: Ragnarok is a near-perfect journey that surpasses its predecessor in nearly every way, delivering a deeply emotional, high-stakes story to conclude the Norse saga of Kratos' Journey. Building on the strong foundations of 2018’s "God of War," Ragnarok masterfully combines breathtaking visuals, finely tuned combat, and intricate character development. With an epic story, stunning world design, and the return of Kratos and Atreus in top form, this game is an unique experience that fans of franchise can't miss." Notes: We will be covering the DLC "Valhalla" in a short form review releasing early 2025. The Positives God of War:Ragnarok 's story is a powerful tale that deeply explores themes like fate, parenthood, and redemption, especially through the complex relationship between Kratos and Atreus. The story shines in every department with every piece of content in th...

Cyberpunk 2077 : The Review Score: 9 out of 10 Overview : " Cyberpunk 2077 is a game that, after a very rocky launch, finally managed to hit that high mark that everyone hoped it would be. A great story, responsive gameplay and stellar world building make this a near perfect experience for everyone. " Note : We will be releasing a short review for " Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty " in 2025. The Positives The narrative in Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the standout features. It’s an intricate web of personal stories, existential questions, and corporate conspiracies. The character arcs are compelling, especially with Keanu Reeves’ unforgettable performance as Johnny Silverhand. It’s a story that explores identity, choice, and morality in ways few games do; Night City is nothing short of breathtaking. It’s a living, breathing world with towering skyscrapers, dark alleys, and neon-lit streets. The attention to detail is staggering, and every corner of the city feels alive—w...

Top 10 Best Telltale Games, Ranked When it comes to interactive "choose your own adventure" type games, everyone quickly thinks about Telltale Games and with good reason. Telltale forged its own path by creating interactive experiences set inside the worlds of famous IPs like Batman, Minecraft, Game of Thrones and even Wallace & Gromit while also creating some fresh new stories and worlds for us to explore and get obsessed with.  We could talk about every single detail of Telltale Games journey through the gaming industry but we are saving all of that for an upcoming project where we will deep dive into everything that Telltale went through.  10º - Back to the Future: The Game " Back to the Future: The Game " by Telltale Games is a fun, nostalgic experience for fans of the classic film trilogy. Set six months after the events of the movies, the game feels like a natural continuation, with Marty McFly once again traveling through time to prevent disastrous conseq...

Secret Agent Clank : The Review Score:  6 out of 10 Overview : " Secret Agent Clank is a fun, albeit uneven spin-off for the Ratchet & Clank series, where Clank finally gets his time to shine. The game features the usual charm and classic platforming elements, along with "so-so" puzzles and varied gameplay mechanics. However, its reliance on repetitive missions and a somewhat shallow storyline holds it back from reaching the heights of its predecessors. While the gameplay is enjoyable enough, the overall experience feels more like a side quest than the main adventure that Clank deserved. " The Positives Secret Agent Clank brings a couple of different game styles: the usual platforming, the vehicle sections, the Gadgetbots sections, the Ratchet arenas, the Qwark segments and the occasional rhythm sections. All of these segments bring some welcome variety throughout the game's runtime; The whole "espionage" theme does make the game feel different fr...