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).
Posts by Scott:
Trash TV Review
Feb 25, 2015
According to publisher, Reverb Triple XP’s tweet, 23.9 million CRTs were thrown out in 2008. That’s a staggering number, and makes for developer Lawrence Russell, of Lawrie Games’ Trash TV a bit more intriguing to play, even if it doesn’t go deeper than the surface of playing as a thrown away television looking to escape from certain doom. It does however, make for one of the best puzzle platformers in recent memory.
Dying Light Review
Feb 06, 2015
In Dylan Thomas’ poem, “Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night”, there is a line that is repeated throughout: “Rage, rage against the dying of the light“. It is a reference that death is inevitable, that loss is innumerable, and in the world in which Dying Light exists, this too is the reality.
Grey Goo Review
Feb 02, 2015
Grey Goo is a hypothetical scenario in which molecular nanotechnology, without limitations, is able to self-replicate and ends the world by consuming the planet. Grey Goo the game explores this scenario of the same name, and what results is a solid throwback of RTS’ of years gone by that fits well into today’s world.
Super Galaxy Squadron Review
Jan 27, 2015
At first glance, you think you know all there is to know about Super Galaxy Squadron. An array of playable ships, vertical shoot’em up, and 16-bit era graphics. And you’re mostly right, but that’s not quite all there is to it, even if the rest isn’t all that much to begin with.
Gravity Ghost Review
Jan 26, 2015
When I play a game in-between reviews, I often gravitate towards games I’ve already beaten, or have minimal stress so that I can just enjoy the experience of playing it. We all have these games we go to, to unwind and decompress. Gravity Ghost might just be my new palate cleanser, and it is the most stress-free gaming experience I’ve ever had.
Lara Croft and The Temple of Osiris Review
Jan 20, 2015
While not a technical powerhouse for PC or the new generation of platforms, Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris is a beautiful follow-up to Lara Croft and The Guardian of Light from 2010. The classic feel of Tomb Raider is well represented, where the focus was more on puzzles, and less on shooting and story. And whether playing solo or with others, is enjoyable romp that respects your time.
Overture Review
Jan 09, 2015
There’s an overabundance of roguelikes out in the indie PC market these days, and Black Shell Games carves out a spot for its recently released game, Overture. The game is a familiar romp, harkening back to the 16-bit era with just enough personality to get by, but not enough for it to be memorable.
ALLBenchmark Catzilla Review
Jan 07, 2015
Benchmarking tools are essential to any serious gamer looking to eek out the last bit of performance out of their machine, or want to test to see what they can upgrade. ALLBenchmark provides an affordable and easy way of doing that, with Catzilla.
Elite: Dangerous Review
Dec 31, 2014
“Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure Science.” These words by Edwin Powell Hubble can directly be applied to the sensory overload that is Elite: Dangerous. With a visual splendor that so many of us have dreamed what other worlds are like, and the sound your ship makes as you’re about to enter hyperspace is overwhelming. All of Elite: Dangerous‘ sight and sounds are wonderfully detailed, begging you to explore to see and hear more of it.
Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes (PC) Review
Dec 30, 2014
Metal Gear Solid has not been seen on PC since the release of Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance back in 2003. With no indication that the games in-between will be coming to the platform, we get Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. This marks the return of the series, at least going forward. And what a triumphant return it is.
Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition Review
Dec 23, 2014
If you’re wondering why there is a review for a game that has been out for almost ten years, it is because there is a new publisher, formed via a partnership between Microsoft and Dovetail Games, the developer of the highly successful Train Simulator series. Dovetail Games have taken over the franchise, made some fixes, and have released the newly titled, Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition onto Steam for the very first time.
This War Of Mine Review
Dec 22, 2014
Robert E. Lee once said, “What a cruel thing war is… to fill our hearts with hatred instead of love for our neighbors”. While this referred to war between the North and the South of the Civil War. The same can be said for civilians when put in an impossible situation, torn apart by the things they can’t control. This War of Mine is a touching, if not heart-breaking tale of survival that evolves through your actions, or inactions.
Dragon Age: Inquisition Review
Dec 19, 2014
Dragon Age: Inquisition lends itself referencing Monty Python. But the subtitle is actually quite apt, as it not only is a pivotal storyline element, but it also fits the game being a lengthy and involved campaign. Dragon Age: Inquisition is also an apology letter to those disappointed by Dragon Age II. While not ignoring the events that have preceded this game, it rather embraces them, and returns to the game’s… well, origins.
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