There’s something to be said about Nintendo throwing curve balls to keep players from becoming complacent.

It wants to be more of a three-dimensional museum, one that carefully categorizes emotions, than a game.

The game thoughtfully uses the opposing philosophies of its lover protagonists, Alm and Celica, to color its warfare.

The game is dour and oblivious that its destination is more interesting and vital than the journey.

Where it sets itself apart from actual ‘90s-era shooters is with its light sprinkling of procedurally generated elements.

The game is beautiful to look at from a distance but disappointing up close and ultimately functionless.

Lizardcube has both made The Dragon’s Trap more vibrant and set a fascinating standard for game remakes.

Bulletstorm is a wide, cackling grin of a game that doesn’t so much beg to be played but indulged in.

Instead of boldly striking out into the unknown, Mass Effect: Andromeda merely imposes its most predictable habits onto it.