Game 1 completed in 2026:
Project Sylpheed
A stylish take on 3D flight combat, but basically Ace Combat in space. Took a couple tries to figure out how to play it. It's more complex than I expected, and can get repetitive, but once I got the hang of it I had a blast. Glad I stuck with it.
Game 2 completed in 2026:
Soul Calibur 5
Can't decide if this counts due to earlier entries having such intriguing lore, cause there's so little here. A lackluster story mode with barely fleshed out characters that don't even have endings. At least there's a guy that conjures up a werewolf spirit.
Game 3 completed in 2026:
Blinx The Time Sweeper
This platformer has flawed mechanics, controls, and level design, which make the later stages so difficult with a brutally hard final boss rush. But I will admit the game has a charm that kept bringing me back. Enjoyed it more in short bursts.
Game 4 completed in 2026:
Zelda Four Swords Adventures
Not what I was expecting. The world is divided up into levels with no inventory. So everything you collect you lose going into the next stage, which I found frustrating. It has some cool ideas and charm. And at least pig Ganon makes a return.
Game 5 completed in 2026:
Paper Mario Sticker Star
Can see why this isn't highly regarded. Felt convoluted and it wasn't clear where or what I needed to do next. A ton of backtracking and item management turns it into a slog. It does have some humor and the Bowser battle at the end is impressive.
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