James Mitchell

Australia

Game Critic and Editor at Press Start Australia

Long-time game critic and editor for @PressStartAU. Condiment enthusiast. Survival horror obsessive.

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Street Fighter 6 Nintendo Switch 2 Review - Hits In All The Right Places

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

Whenever there’s a new console launch, you can always expect a Street Fighter game to appear on it at some point. Not one to shy away from a shameless port, Capcom’s support for Street Fighter on Nintendo consoles has been patchy at best. While the 3DS version of Street Fighter IV did everything right, it was a one-and-done project. The Switch version of Street Fighter 2, while a novel idea, felt a bit cobbled together overall.
A Plague Tale Has Been Revealed Properly And It's Looking Good

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

Following an unfortunate leak on Threads of all places in the last 24 hours, Asobo have announced the next game in the A Plague Tale series. Called Resonance: A Plague Tale, the game is a prequel taking place fifteen years before Hugo and Amicia’s odyssey through France. Instead, you’ll play as Sofia, the pirate smuggler whom Amicia and Hugo meet in A Plague Tale: Requiem.
The New Double Fine Game Has Been Revealed And Is Out Very Soon

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

Just before wrapping up their Xbox Games Showcase this year, Xbox revealed the next project from Double Fine. From the developer who brought us Psychonauts 2, Double Fine revealed their new game to be called Keeper. The game, being creatively led by Lee Petty, who himself was an art director on Brutal Legend, has you playing as a lighthouse. I think it’s best if you just watched the trailer:Keeper is out on July 29th 2025 for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
The Next Call Of Duty Is Another Black Ops And Stars Milo Ventimiglia

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

Closing out the Xbox Games Showcase this year was a sneak peek at the next game in the Call of Duty franchise. Perhaps surprisingly, the next Call of Duty game will be Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The game will star Milo Ventimiglia (Heroes or This Is Us if you’re my mum and reading this) as David Mason. Set to take place in 2035, the game will pit you against a “manipulative enemy who weaponises fear above everything else”.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Is Finally Coming To Xbox

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

In a dual surprise, Square Enix have announced that more Final Fantasy games would be making the jump to Xbox. While Final Fantasy XVI hits the Xbox later today, Square Enix also announced that Final Fantasy VII: Remake Intergrade would also be hitting Xbox in 2025. Remake Intergrade includes the separate chapter, starring Yuffie, as well as the original game as it appeared on PlayStation 4.
Square Enix Just Announced Final Fantasy XVI For Xbox And It's Out Today

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

Following an announcement that Final Fantasy VII: Remake Intergrade would be coming to Xbox later this year, Square Enix went one step further. The Japanese publisher revealed that they would be releasing Final Fantasy XVI on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox PC as well. The kicker? It’s out right now. You can check out the announcement trailer below:Final Fantasy XVI is out today for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
MUDANG: Two Hearts is An Action Thriller Game Where You Protect A K-Pop Star

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

I’m not too sure what to make of this one but it looks ike it could be good but who knows. Xbox and EVR Studio revealed their first look at MUDANG: Two Hearts, previously announced as Project TH. The game has you playing as a North Korean soldier who must save a K-Pop star who can unravel the truth behind a mystery terrorist attack. The game is releasing for Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2026. Other platforms have yet to be confirmed.
ATLUS Has Officially Teased The Much Rumoured Persona 4 Remake

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

While not giving too many details, ATLUS took to the stage this morning to announce Persona 4 Revival. The game is a remake of Persona 4, which itself released initially on the PS2 and later the PS Vita. The remake is presumably in a similar style to Persona 3 Reload, though the very brief teaser does not give too much away. Persona 4 Revival is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Beast Of Reincarnation Is A Post-Apocalyptic Adventure From The Pokemon Developers

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

In a bit of a surprise, GAME FREAK made an appearance at the Xbox Games Showcase this year to reveal their latest game. It’s called Beast of Reincarnation, and it takes place in a post-apocalyptic Japan. You play as Emma, somebody known as The Blighted One, as she sets out on an adventure with a loyal canine companion named Koo. The game is describe as an expansive RPG built around demanding and technical combat.
Ninja Gaiden 4 Finally Has A Release Date And A New Trailer Too

2 weeks ago | press-start.com.au | James Berich |James Mitchell

Announced last year, PlatinumGames and Xbox took to the metaphorical stage at Xbox Games Showcase 2025 to reveal the latest trailer for Ninja Gaidne 4. Pinching a bit from Devil May Cry 4, the game has you playing mostly as a new, younger ninja nameed Yakumo, who can manipulate blood to create weaponry. Ryu Hayabusa, of course, appears in the game and will be both a challenge for Yakumo to overcome and a playable character at parts too.