Sunday, April 30th 2023
This Week in Gaming (Week 18)
As we leave the month of April behind us and move into May, we kick off the new month with a AAA horror first person shooter from Bethesda. The first week of May also brings a AAA 4X title, giant turtles, a Halo like game that adds an RTS element, multiple adventure titles and a game that's all about running away from conscription in the Russian army. Not a bad start to the month of May, if we may say so.
Redfall / This month's AAA title / Tuesday 2 May
The town of Redfall is under siege by a legion of vampires who have cut the island off from the outside world. Trapped with a handful of survivors, slay alone or squad up in open-world FPS action.
World Turtles / Monday 1 May
The World Turtle carries entire civilizations on its back through outer space, and the gentle Meeps are the only ones on a quest to save it. Cooperation, rather than conquest will save the day, so prepare to harvest, build, research, and explore the void in this wholesome turtleback builder.
The Witch of Fern Island / Tuesday 2 May
Welcome to Fern Island! As Abrill, become immersed in the island's culture, uncover its deepest secrets, and master magical trades. Overcome the challenges of the island to demonstrate your mastery of magic and become the most well known witch around!
Age of Wonders 4 / This week's 4X AAA title / Wednesday 3 May
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders' signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Silica / Wednesday 3 May
Silica is a crossover of FPS and RTS where up to 3 factions battle for control over the planet of Baltarus. Lead from above as commander, or experience the action first-hand, either alone, or with friends. Join one of two human armies, or hunt them down as the territorial aliens.
KAKU: Ancient Seal / Thursday 4 May
KAKU: Ancient Seal puts players in the role of Kaku who's tasked with going on a journey across a sprawling continent to restore balance to the land. Accompanied by your pet pig, you'll have to brave the four elemental regions and conquer their lords if you're to fulfill your destiny.
Escape From Russia: Mobilization / Friday 5 May
Originally Russian runner, in which you have to find yourself in the shoes of a poor piglet, running away from the military commissar with an agenda. Don't let the military commissar catch up with you, otherwise you will have to sign the agenda or go to jail, however, you can always agree.
Redfall / This month's AAA title / Tuesday 2 May
The town of Redfall is under siege by a legion of vampires who have cut the island off from the outside world. Trapped with a handful of survivors, slay alone or squad up in open-world FPS action.
The World Turtle carries entire civilizations on its back through outer space, and the gentle Meeps are the only ones on a quest to save it. Cooperation, rather than conquest will save the day, so prepare to harvest, build, research, and explore the void in this wholesome turtleback builder.
Welcome to Fern Island! As Abrill, become immersed in the island's culture, uncover its deepest secrets, and master magical trades. Overcome the challenges of the island to demonstrate your mastery of magic and become the most well known witch around!
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders' signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Silica is a crossover of FPS and RTS where up to 3 factions battle for control over the planet of Baltarus. Lead from above as commander, or experience the action first-hand, either alone, or with friends. Join one of two human armies, or hunt them down as the territorial aliens.
KAKU: Ancient Seal puts players in the role of Kaku who's tasked with going on a journey across a sprawling continent to restore balance to the land. Accompanied by your pet pig, you'll have to brave the four elemental regions and conquer their lords if you're to fulfill your destiny.
Originally Russian runner, in which you have to find yourself in the shoes of a poor piglet, running away from the military commissar with an agenda. Don't let the military commissar catch up with you, otherwise you will have to sign the agenda or go to jail, however, you can always agree.
11 Comments on This Week in Gaming (Week 18)
Play this game every day - tired of it...
The plot is crap, the combat system suffers, the action is overloaded, too much misery. Suitable for children under 18 and over 60...
0/10
Well maybe all the people fleeing russia after they began mobilization for the ukraine war. So I guess you can thank Mr. PUTIN for this game...
I could be wrong off cause, but the name, the inspiration and what have happened in Russia for real. Undoubtedly makes me think that's the reason for this game in particular.
Looks fun, wishlisted.
And I chuckled at Escape from Russia: Mobilization. But maybe the protagonist should be a different animal? A yardbird comes to mind :rolleyes:
"Redfall", idk. Looks a little too casual to me. Keeping an eye on it.
Game title lacks a bit of puch. I would have called it "Escape from RuZZia: Orc's on the Run". :laugh:
Reminds me of "RUSLICSTAN INVADES". It's nice to see some DEV's out there use their creativity to battle mass insanity with comedy.
My cousin was in the military and has flown high enough to see the curvature of the Earth so yes, I am reasonably sure we live on an almost spherical planet.