Paulmichael Contreras

California

Senior Editor at PlayStation LifeStyle

Full-stack web developer. I also review games for @MP1st. Killer of Companion Cubes! 🥲 Snowboarder! My writings: https://t.co/eye4kIF4nv https://t.co/cJOJxVJTv1

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TRON: Catalyst Review - Finish the Loop

1 week ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

The media hype train is starting to ramp up for the upcoming third Tron movie. Bithell Games has been tasked with developing a new game set within the same universe. TRON: Catalyst has just released, and it has a lot more interactivity than Bithell Gamesâ€™ last entry, TRON: Identity. Weâ€™ve spent some time locked into the Arq Grid, and have our TRON: Catalyst review ready right now.
Raidou Remastered Switch 2 Hands-On Preview

1 month ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

Key TakeawaysRaidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is a Shin Megami Tensei spin-off reminiscent of Persona, with real-time combat. The graphics have been improved from the original 2006 release, with fully rendered 3D environments. The Switch 2 version targets 60 fps at 1080p resolution in both handheld and docked mode, matching the PS4's performance.
Yakuza 0 Director's Cut Switch 2 Hands-On Preview - Portable Mayhem

1 month ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

Key TakeawaysThe Director's Cut includes English dubbing and new subtitle languages (French, Italian, German, and Spanish) to broaden its appeal. A new 'Red Light Raid' mode offers a horde-like experience where players team up to fight waves of enemies across different missions, featuring 60 playable characters that can be leveled up.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Review - One for the Ages

1 month ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

It has been four years since we last took control of the Doom Slayer, but the time is finally nearly here. We spent the past week or so playing through id Software’s latest entry in this long-running, iconic first-person shooter franchise, and we have our DOOM: The Dark Ages review ready right now. DOOM: The Dark Ages serves as a prequel to 2016’s DOOM and 2020’s DOOM Eternal. You play as the (mostly!) quiet but deadly Slayer, a walking enhanced space marine equipped with one hell of an arsenal.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Hands-On Preview - Nearly Ready for Primetime

2 months ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

Key TakeawaysCapcom Fighting Collection 2 includes eight games: four 2D (including Capcom vs. SNK titles and Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper) and four 3D (including Power Stone games, Project Justice, and Plasma Sword). Cross-platform play is not supported, requiring players to be on the same platform to play together. The game includes adjustable difficulty levels for single-player modes, a training mode with hitbox data for 2D games, and fresh challenges with badges and trophies.
Den of Wolves Hands-On Preview - Diving Into Insanity

2 months ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

GDC came and went in San Francisco towards the latter half of March, with plenty of gaming-related news and upcoming titles to check out. Developer 10 Chambers, of GTFO fame, was in the area and invited MP1st to some first hands-on time with their upcoming cooperative first-person shooter, Den of Wolves. Time to check out what this futuristic shooter has in store for us and how things have been shaping up since the game’s initial reveal.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Hands-On Preview - Slayer Brought Some New Toys

2 months ago | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

It has been over four years now since we’ve seen a new mainline DOOM game, but the day is almost upon us, with DOOM: The Dark Ages due for release this coming May. Ahead of said release, publisher Bethesda Softworks invited MP1st for some hands-on time with the game. We can now finally talk about it, and we have our preview ready to let you know how the latest of Doomguy/Slayer’s adventures is shaping up. Single-Player OnlyFirst of all, our hands-on was entirely offline.
Two Point Museum Review - Fun Curation Simulation

Mar 11, 2025 | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

Key TakeawaysTwo Point Museum puts you in charge of managing a museum after the previous curator abruptly left. Humor is woven into almost every aspect of Two Point Museum, including an in-game radio station that provides silly fun. Exhibits are acquired through expeditions, which can have random events and require careful employee and item loadouts to prevent negative outcomes.
Monster Hunter Wilds Review - Thrill of the Hunt

Feb 24, 2025 | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

Key TakeawaysMonster Hunter Wilds features a fully-voiced, cinematic campaign centered around finding a lost expedition team in the dangerous Forbidden Lands. Players can easily navigate the world with the help of mounts called Seikrets, which offer an auto-navigation feature and allow players to bring extra weapons. Overall, Monster Hunter Wilds is highly recommended for its engaging storyline, detailed world, and challenge of multi-stage hunts, despite some difficulty for solo players.
Blue Prince Hands-on Preview - Wonderful First-Person Puzzling

Feb 22, 2025 | mp1st.com | Paulmichael Contreras

Key TakeawaysPlayers explore a procedurally generated mansion, choosing between three room options at each door, leading to resource management and strategic planning. The game encourages playing with others in the same room, through puzzles and strategic room drafting, potentially making collaboration enjoyable. With strong mechanics and roguelike elements, 'Blue Prince' promises a well-polished, engaging experience with countless room combinations and a rich storyline.