About the author: Scott Ellison II
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- Scott is a disabled Marine veteran, married to his wife Nicole and has three kids. Scott also has a full-time job with Fastly as the Manager of Tier 3 - CSE. Scott is most well-known for founding, and writing for Saving Content, but you can find his other work on G4@Syfygames (defunct) and GameCritics.com (active).
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SteelSeries Alias Pro Review
Oct 23, 2023
From the static-filled days of yesteryear to the crystal-clear audio experiences of today, the importance of high-quality audio cannot be overstated. In the realm of professional-grade microphones, SteelSeries has consistently impressed me with their innovative approach to audio solutions. Their latest offering, the SteelSeries Alias Pro XLR Microphone + Stream Mixer, is a testament to their dedication to providing creators with top-notch audio tools. Whether you’re just someone who wants to sound good to your friends, or impress co-workers, or kickoff a career in content creation, there is nothing better than the SteelSeries Alias Pro.
Cities: Skylines II Review
Oct 19, 2023
It’s somewhat odd sitting down to play a game for the first time that you already know how to play. Cities: Skylines II is one of those games, mainly because I never stopped playing Cities: Skylines as it has received constant support and DLCs for eight years running. Colossal Order has come a long way since Cities in Motion , and this is a complex and rewarding game that showcases lessons learned. Cities: Skylines II is a great monument to city builders by overshadowing its predecessor through improving upon it in significant ways to be one of the best city builders ever made.
ABRISS – build to destroy Review
Oct 03, 2023
ABRISS – build to destroy is a towering creation from three college students known as Randwerk. In just over a year, it has gone through Early Access to 1.0, and this is an example of Early Access done right. This is one visually stunning, unique tower-building simulation and destruction game. Playing it feels like all the times you’d build something with LEGO, K’Nex, or even Jenga blocks, and then bring over one of your favorite villain figure to knock it all down and watch it crumble – only for you to rebuild it and do it all again. A few minor issues hold it back from achieving the heights it should, but it’s clear that ABRISS delivers on many fronts, offering an experience that’s both engrossing and visually captivating.
Pizza Possum Review
Sep 28, 2023
You’ve heard of the pizza rat , but now there’s the Pizza Possum. Contrary to popular belief, opossums are nice and gentle creatures. As such, the game actually portrays them correctly, as scavengers. There’s no malice or malcontent, just the possum wants some pizza, and by golly, you’re gonna do it. It’s a simple concept, baked wonderfully for a golden experience. Pizza Possum may not set the world on fire, but it will be great for some quick games either solo or with a friend.
El Paso, Elsewhere Review
Sep 26, 2023
El Paso, Elsewhere is the second game in the “El Paso” universe, following up the first-person shooter of EL PASO, NIGHTMARE that leads into the events for this game. Coming from the folks at Strange Scaffold, this is a supernatural third-person shooter with slo-mo dives, and tools to vanquish werewolves and vampires with ease. Told like a noir piece, the game in its two parts feels like an ode to Max Payne. It’s this then where it disappoints, never reaching the heights of that game from either a story or gameplay perspective. It’s an enjoyable game in its own right, but has far too many quibbles to be fully enjoyed.
The Crew Motorfest Review
Sep 22, 2023
Hawaii is a dream destination for most, and The Crew Motorfest does things a little different by narrowing down its scope to just the island of Oahu instead of the entirety of the United States. I always thought that The Crew having an abridged version of the United States made it standout, but it’s really the vibe of “go anywhere, do anything”. It’s a game that aims to take Forza Horizon ‘s lunch money, and has been built on the back of Test Drive Unlimited, which is where some of the developers ended up after Eden Studios closed. The Crew Motorfest has a fantastic, colorful, focused open-world that makes it a racer not to miss and best in the series to-date.
Gunbrella Review
Sep 18, 2023
Gunbrella is doinksoft’s first game as part of a Devolver, but a special mention goes out to the excellent cat-themed metroidvania of Gato Roboto . Since making a couple of games published by Devolver since then, doinksoft really branches out and sprouts new leaves of creativity here. Gunbrella is a tight experience with equally tight controls and a fun premise that doesn’t overstay its welcome. With its intriguing premise, stylish visuals, and a unique gameplay mechanic, Gunbrella is one of the better action-adventure games where traversal is king.
Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX Review
Sep 07, 2023
Don’t call it a comeback, because to some, the Raiden series has never left. Maybe it’s a custom cabinet, an arcade in Shinjuku City, or just someone’s gaming PC, the series has staying power. While we’ve seen recent entries, MOSS has gone back to update and remix their prior games. Earlier this year we had the release of Raiden IV x MIKADO remix , and now after a short delay is Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX . It’s oft-considered the weakest of the series, but it manages to be the best of the two MIKADO versions to release. I think that the updates, inclusions, and overall gameplay make it the best entry into the series.
Starfield Review
Aug 31, 2023
We should really keep going to space, pushing ourselves further and further towards colonizing new planets and expanding the human race. While we currently don’t have the technology to do so, I feel like we’re on the cusp of making that leap. Starfield shows what that could look like for us, a new universe that’s filled with wonder and ready for us to explore. The visual language of this game is “NASA punk”, an aesthetic design where there aren’t screens to touch, instead there’s buttons to push. Bethesda Game Studios have been making games for a long time, but they haven’t made anything like this before. Starfield is fresh, and such a blast to play, there’s so many things to do and see, and all of it is interesting. Starfield is going to be someone’s Fallout 3 or Skyrim, bolstered by future content and modding. Starfield is compelling, enthralling, and has me enamored with its vastness and scale that is a truly stellar adventure.
Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy Review
Aug 29, 2023
A series that started 14 years ago continues with Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy . This puzzle platformer boasts some of the tightest controls and cleverest designs the series has seen. In the four years since Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince, it just feels like it’s the right time for a follow-up. Frozenbyte’s commitment to innovation of their coop puzzle platformer is remarkable. Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy is fresh, exciting, and above all, the best entry yet.
Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew Review
Aug 16, 2023
I’m a sucker for anything pirate-themed. Whether it be “Pirates of the Caribbean”, Sea of Thieves , “The Goonies”, or any of the Monkey Island games, and I’m there, but also helps that each of these are really good. Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is no different, as it offers something so intriguing and interesting from its first moments: a cursed crew, a lost ship, and a lead.… The third outing from developer Mimimi is a refinement of lessons learned and they are in top form here. They’ve coined the term “stealth strategy” for the style of games they make, and Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew shines as an instant classic.
Atlas Fallen Review
Aug 09, 2023
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before, but you’ve got a talking gauntlet on your arm after being chosen save a world that desperately needs a hero. Atlas Fallen from Deck13 is a game that’s on the cusp of being great or special, but doesn’t quite reach those heights. This is a gorgeous, well-made game that is a lot of fun to play, thought it doesn’t offer more than the sum of its parts. Atlas Fallen is great for turning off your brain for some hack ‘n’ slash action, but not much else.
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