Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment (3DS)

Date Purchased: June 11, 2017
Date Completed: June 18, 2017
Price: Free (DLC)

I've already reviewed the original Shovel Knight, and it's first free update Plague of Shadows, the first I was very fond of, the second, while still worthy of your time, didn't seem as good as the original (controls were my only gripe).  Then out of nowhere comes Specter of Torment, not just a new character, but all new levels, story and gameplay.  Specter Knight controls much better than Plague Knight in my opinion, and the gameplay is equally good as Shovel Knight.  I liked the over world map design better here,  it felt a lot more condensed and tight.  Specter Knights upgrades and abilities didn't seem as vital to completing the game as in previous games in the series, which lead to a little less playtime compared to the others.  It was also a little hard to go back to the 3DS, and while the game is available on Switch, of course Nintendo won't let you transfer purchases.  On the whole however, this game just keeps on giving, and I'm happy companies like Yacht Club exist. Recommend.

Mario Kart 8: Deluxe (Switch)

Date Purchased: May 1, 2017
Date Completed:  May 30, 2017
Price: $59.99 (Amazon with Prime discount)

I've previously reviewed this game, but that's back when I kept things really short.  Mario Kart 8 deluxe is hands down the best kart-racer ever.  I'm still nostalgic towards the original and 64, but looking at features, characters, tracks, variety, gameplay, etc.  I really don't know what more you could want from a kart racer.  I justified this purchase because of the newly enhanced "battle mode" which is built from the ground up, turns up I don't like battle mode at all unless it's block fort with friends on N64.  That's okay though because this game is still worth full price in my opinion.  The 200cc addition is my favorite part of this game and it really is a game changer.  Recommend.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch)

Date Purchased:  April 18, 2017
Date Completed: June 1, 2017
Price: $79.99 (Shoppers Drug Mart)

It's been almost 3 months since I reviewed a game!  Wow.  Probably because I played another huge game, and that game is the same game as my last review.  I have little to add other than this game plays a little smoother, and the portability of it all is amazing.  Read the Wii U review for full coverage.  Recommend.


A little bonus video of my surprise for Cole