Xenogears – PlayStation

Nerd Bacon takes on the PlayStation RPG classic, Xenogears. Prepare for robot battles, martial arts, jumping, portrait painting and Christian symbolism.

Robot Alchemic Drive / R.A.D – PlayStation 2

Platform: PlayStation 2 Developer: Sandlot Publisher: Enix Release Date (NA):  November 5, 2002 Genre: Action Rating: Innovative Reviewed by Juuchi Yosamu I found this diamond in the rough in the bargain bin at work and I couldn’t resist picking it up. Being a mech enthusiast wasn’t enough to spare it from my coaster collection, it was… Continue reading Robot Alchemic Drive / R.A.D – PlayStation 2

Blood Will Tell – PlayStation 2

Platform: PlayStation 2 Developer: Sega Wow, Red Entertainment, Sofdec, ADX Publisher: Sega, Tezuka Productions Release Date NA:  Septermber, 9, 2004 Genre: Action Adventure, Hack and Slash Ranking: Innovative Reviewed by: Juuchi Yosamu To tell you the truth I bought this game as a gag. After reading the the first sentence on the cover “Be the… Continue reading Blood Will Tell – PlayStation 2

King’s Field – PlayStation

Platform: PlayStation Developer: From Software Publisher: ASCIIware Release Date: February, 15, 1996 Genre: First Person Role Playing Game Ranking: Paragon of Perfection Reviewed by: Juuchi Yosamu This was the first game I bought for my PlayStation which turned out to be a blessing and a curse. This was the game that set the bar for… Continue reading King’s Field – PlayStation

Ratchet and Clank Into the Nexus – PS3

  Platform: PS3 Developer: Insomniac games Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Release Date: AU November 6, 2013 NA November 12, 2013 EU November 20, 2013 JP December 12, 2013 Genre: Platforming Nerd Rating:9 out 10 Reviewed by Shadow Links Insomniac FINALLY returns to its core gameplay for the Ratchet and Clank series 4 years after A Crack in Time was released.… Continue reading Ratchet and Clank Into the Nexus – PS3

Grand Theft Auto V – PS3

If you thought GTA IV was good, then you’re gonna love this. Grand Theft Auto V somehow improves on its predecessor in every detail. The three character story structure is engaging and adds diversity while the free-range environment is expanded exponentially. Play this game.

Bomberman Party Edition – PlayStation

NerdBacon’s own Nerdberry reviews the bombastic Bomberman Party Edition on PlayStation. Is it a blast? Will we stop using puns? Find out in this review!

Iron Man X-O Manowar In Heavy Metal – PlayStation

Nerd Bacon’s Nerdberry reviews Iron Man X-O Manowar In Heavy Metal for PlayStation. Wow, that title took up most of our character limit.

Resistance: Fall of Man – PlayStation 3

Platform: PlayStation 3 Release Date (NA): November 17, 2006 Developer: Insomniac Games Publisher: Sony Genre: FPS Nerd Rating: 7 out of 10 Reviewed by Shadow Links Insomniac Games, famous for the Spyro and Ratchet and Clank series, took a significantly new approach in their new IP for the next generation with the creation of Resistance: Fall… Continue reading Resistance: Fall of Man – PlayStation 3

Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen – PlayStation 3

Nerd Bacon breaks down Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen for the PlayStation 3. Did Capcom land another success?

Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance – PlayStation 3

Platform: PlayStation 3 Developer: Platinum Games Publisher: Konami Release Date (NA): February 19, 2013 Genre: Hack and Slash Nerd Rating: 7 out 10 Reviewed by Shadow Links Raiden is back with his own game, Metal Gear Rising : Revengeance! The curveball main character Kojima threw at fans in MGS2 turned cyborg ninja in MGS4 returns with his own tale after the… Continue reading Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance – PlayStation 3