August 2017 Recap

On 09/03/2017 at 10:54 AM by daftman

Games Beaten

-Steins;Gate (Vita)

Steins;Gate is long—nearly 50 hours in my playthrough—but so worth it. The story is really fantastic, in large part because of the very well-developed and likable cast, but there are some really great narrative twists as well. On the technical side this visual novel is topnotch as well. The music always fits the scene well (and the happy music is catchy) and it looks really nice. Even the voice acting, which is only in Japanese, really sells each scene. Effortless recommendation.

Games Bought

The big release in August for me was Yakuza Kiwami (PS4). Earlier this year a friend sent me a video about the series and I've been itching to try it ever since. Kiwami is a remake of the first game (originally on PS2). We got my son Minecraft (Wii U) for his birthday, which I probably won't play much, if at all. I also picked up digital versions of XCOM: Enemy Unknown Plus and Civilization Revolution 2 Plus for the Vita and The Bureau: XCOM Declassified for the PS3 from a Humble Bundle...for $1! Then there's PS+ with Just Cause 3 (PS4), Assassin's Creed: Freedom Cry (PS4), Darkstalkers: Resurrection (PS3), and Element4l (Vita).

Now Playing

-Yakuza Kiwami (PS4)

I just got this and have only played it a couple of times but I'm enjoying it so far. I really like the characters and the combat has proven deeper than I expected.

-Rollers of the Realm (PS4 and sometimes Vita)

Just about done with this fantasy pinball RPG. Cross buy and cross save has made this a very convenient game to play.

-God Eater 2: Rage Burst (PS4)

Only a handful of story missions left to go and then the gear and trophy grind starts in earnest.

-Destiny (PS4)

Destiny 2 comes out in a just a couple days and then I'll be putting D1 to bed. I'm pretty excited

Matt Snee Staff Writer

09/03/2017 at 12:37 PM

Shit it's gonna be Destiny fever round the world soon. I remember despite the flaws of it, it was majorly popular and addictive. Probably the same with the new one!

daftman

09/03/2017 at 01:12 PM

It looks really good! Can't wait to dive in on Wednesday!

KnightDriver

09/03/2017 at 10:02 PM

Oh Civ Rev 2 Plus. Want to play that soooo bad.

09/03/2017 at 10:14 PM

The bundle is already over, unfortunately. I got it on the last day myself. I've never played any of the Civ games, actually, but I've always been curious about the Rev games.

09/03/2017 at 10:37 PM

Played the heck out of the first one on Xbox 360. Always wanted more but that sequel only came out on mobile until recently.

Super Step Contributing Writer

09/03/2017 at 11:50 PM

I loved what I played of Yakuza 0 and want to finish it, but maybe Kiwami is a good cheaper alternative.

09/04/2017 at 01:14 AM

Kiwami is made with the Yakuza 0 engine, so you'd feel right at home. It's a super robust game for $30!

transmet2033

09/04/2017 at 12:05 PM

I am waffling so hard on Destiny 2. I want it because it is Bungie, and they make some of the best feeling shooters ever. The other part of me is, I just got a switch, and have a kid coming in 7 weeks, I dont think I can afford the time-sink that is Destiny 2. Plus, new Metroid and more Dishonored are coming barely a week later... so many good games coming

09/04/2017 at 04:02 PM

congrats on the little one coming! :)

09/05/2017 at 10:16 AM

I hear you on the number to good games. It's crazy! Let me also echo Snee on the congrats! I have three, so I know all about the time sink that is children lol. Does your job give you any paid time off for the birth? That can be a great way to get in some gaming.

09/05/2017 at 10:26 AM

4 weeks of paternity... but by that point, Wolfenstein II will be out, and I am really looking forward to that game.

PixlBit