James Luff

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Big Helmet Heroes

2 months ago | gamepressure.com | Sean Garmer |James Luff |Jacob Sanderson

Big Helmet Heroes is a beat'em up game in which we enter a fantasy land and take on the role of the titular heroes tasked with saving the princess. The game is the debut project of the independent French team Exalted Studio. In Big Helmet Heroes we watch the action from the side. During the game, we embody a chosen hero and explore locations in their skin, engaging in dynamic battles with numerous opponents. Adventure leads us both through picturesque landscapes and dangerous undergrounds.
Bang-On Balls: Chronicles Review

May 25, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Bang-On Balls: ChroniclesGenre: Action, PlatformerSystem: Steam (Windows) (also on Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 & Xbox)Developer|Publisher: Exit Plan Games | Untold TalesController Support: YesSteam Deck: VerifiedPrice: US $24.99 | UK £20.99 | EU € 24,99Release Date: October 5th, 2023A review code was provided, thanks to Plan of Attack. Bang-On Balls: Chronicles is a 3D platformer with a focus on exploration. In screenshots, this may not look like much of a game.
Goliath Depot Review

May 23, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Goliath DepotGenre: Action, Platformer, ArcadeSystem: Nintendo Switch (also on Steam (Windows))Developer|Publisher: Vidvad Games | Flynns ArcadeAge Rating: EU 7+ | US Everyone Price: US $9.99 | UK £6.99 | EU € 9,99Release Date: May 30th, 2024A review code was provided, and many thanks to Flynns Arcade. The days of heading to the arcade and inserting a coin are long past us now.
Astro Pig Review

May 14, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Astro PigGenre: Action, PuzzleSystem: Steam (Windows)Developer|Publisher: Garoa StudiosController Support: YesSteam Deck: Tested PlayablePrice: US $ 10.00 | UK £ 8.50 | EU € 10,00Release Date: May 1st, 2024A review code was provided, with many thanks to Garoa Studios. Astro Pig is a relaxing puzzle platformer that is ideal for those looking for a calm experience to dip in and out of from time to time.
Cyber Citizen Shockman 3 The Princess From Another World Review

May 10, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Cyber Citizen Shockman 3: The Princess From Another WorldGenre: Action, adventure, platformer System: Nintendo Switch (also available on PS4 and Xbox)Developer|Publisher: Shinyuden | Ratalaika gamesAge Rating: EU 7 | US Everyone 10+Price: US $5.99 | UK £5.99 | EU €5,99Release Date: May 3rd, 2024A review code was provided, with many thanks to PR Hound. Cyber Citizen Shockman 3: The Princess From Another World is not just a long game title but a retro game from the PC Engine CD days.
Rainbow Cotton Review

May 7, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Rainbow CottonGenre: Action, ArcadeSystem: Nintendo Switch (also available on Steam (Windows), PS4 and Xbox)Developer|Publisher: Success | ININ gamesAge Rating: EU 7 | US Everyone 10+Price: US $19.99 | UK £17.99 | EU €19,99Release Date: May 9th, 2024A review code was provided, with many thanks to PR Hound. The friendly witch Cotton returns once again, this time in a 3D shooting adventure. For those who are new, the Cotton games are mostly 2D scrolling shooters.
Hexguardian Review

May 2, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Hexguardian Genre: Tower Defense, Strategy, RogueliteSystem: Steam (Windows)Developer|Publisher: Split Second Games | Yogscast GamesController Support: NoSteam Deck: Not Compatible During ReviewPrice: US $TBC| UK £TBC | EU € TBCRelease Date: May 2nd, 2024A review code was provided, thanks to 1Up PR. Hexguardian is a hex-based, fantasy-inspired roguelike. At its core, the game is a tower defence game.
10 Years of LadiesGamers: James' Memories

Apr 26, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

LadiesGamers have hit the impressive feat of 10 years old on the internet. It started as a passionate hobby from Yvonne and has turned into a grand community of writers, all sharing their thoughts on games. It’s been an absolute privilege to be a part of this site, and I could not be prouder of what has been achieved. But now it’s time for me to get big-headed and focus on my own memories. So please enjoy my journey with LadiesGamers so far.
Sagres Review - LadiesGamers

Apr 22, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: SagresGenre: Adventure, RPG, SimulationSystem: Nintendo Switch (also on Steam (Windows))Developer|Publisher: Ooze | Kakehashi GamesAge Rating: EU 3+ | US EveryonePrice: US $19.99 | UK £16.75 | EU € 19,99Release Date: April 17th, 2024A review code was provided, and many thanks to Press Engine. Sagres is an open-world sailing simulation RPG that made a stealth drop onto the eShop courtesy of the recent Nintendo Indie Direct. Originally released on Steam late last year.
Lunar Lander Beyond Review

Apr 22, 2024 | ladiesgamers.com | James Luff

Game: Lunar Lander BeyondGenre: Action, Adventure, ArcadeSystem: Nintendo Switch (also on Steam (Windows), PS4, Xbox and Atari VCS)Developer|Publisher: Dreams Uncorporated | Atari Age Rating: EU 12+ | US Teen Price: US $29.99 | UK £26.99 | EU €29,99Release Date: April 26th, 2024A review code was provided, with many thanks to Uber Strategist. Atari has been gradually bringing back many of its old IPs from the retro archives.