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Mass Effect Andromeda: A SidAlpha Review
Mass Effect Andromeda is the 4th installment in the Mass Effect franchise by Bioware. In this review we cover nearly every aspect of the game including combat, story, graphics, bugs, multiplayer, facial animations, and the recent controversies surrounding the game.
Is it worth it? A Bohemian Killing Review
Bohemian Killing is a walking simulator narrative based detective game by The Moonwalls. In this Review we discuss the game's mechanics and it's benefits as well as it's flaws as we strive to avoid a hung jury by answering the question: Is it worth it?
Is it worth it? The Great Whale Road
The Great Whale Road is a turn based strategy RPG by Sunburned Games. In this First Impression Review we traverse the tutorial segment of the game to determine it's mechanics and core gameplay. With a fantastic hand-drawn art style, we still have to answer the question that lingers just over the horizon: Is it wort...
A Response to the accusations following the Playtonic video regarding JonTron's removal
This video is in response to accusations and insults I have been receiving directly over the video I had previously posted in which I discuss Playtonic's removing JonTron from their game Yooka-Laylee.
Is it worth it? A Vikings: Wolves of Midgard Review
Vikings: Wolves of Midgard is a Hack and Slash Action RPG by Games Farm. In this Review we discuss the game's mechanics, core gameplay, story, voice acting, graphics, and more as we seek to answer the question: Is it worth it?
Is it Worth It? Fan Edition: Sakura Magical Girls
Well, you all voted and this one was the winner for the fan submission game. Thanks to all of you for taking the time and for being such awesome people. You all make this channel worthwhile and I do appreciate each and every one of you!
Playtonic removes JonTron from Yooka-Laylee
Playtonic removes JonTron from Yooka-Laylee after the recent controversy surrounding statements JonTron made during a public debate. Fans are up in arms and massive refunds are occurring as well as the Forums for the game are in an uproar.
Is it worth it? A Troll and I Review
In this Troll and I Review we showcase the core gameplay and controls of the game as well as discuss the graphics and camera angling as well as the game mechanics themselves. But, at the end of the day in spite of any analysis we're left with one very important question. Is it worth it?
Mass Effect Andromeda: Manveers, Mocaps, and Mobs Oh my!
In this video we discuss yet more controversial BS involving the recent controversy surrounding the Social media attacks by rabid fans, death threats, and wishes for some (including myself) to commit suicide. Those wishes are to remain unfulfilled and as one would think, I am not amused.
Is it worth it? Mass Effect: Andromeda
Mas Effect: Andromeda by Bioware releases in the US at 9 PM PDT 3/20/2017. This video is intended as a first impression only and will not be my final say on the game. I will be following up with a full review once the game has been completed. But, given the issues with facial animations, rushed story, and numerous bugs...
Mass Effect: Andromeda fans attack EA staff member online
Fans up in arms over Mass Effect: Andromeda facial animations and other bugs attack an EA employee Allie Rose-Marie Leost on Social Media. In addition to that, Kotaku and "The Ralph Retort" pile on in a disgusting fashion.
Swatting: How is this still a thing?!
A Teenage Twitch Streamer gets swatted for banning a troll from his chat. This horrifically dangerous practice needs to be stopped before the unthinkable happens.
Is it worth it? Helium
Helium is a, and I quote: "Hardcore Sci-Fi first person shooter" by Rocketship. I personally found the game to be painfully average, but it raised some interesting ideas and thoughts. Join me as we take a very roundabout method of answering the question: Is it worth it?
Is it worth it? Styx: Shards of Darkness
Styx Shards of Darkness is a Stealth Adventure game by Cyanide Studio. It is my first experience in this series and to spoil the video: I loved it. This game was a pure delight and one that I plan to spend MANY more hours playing. But please do at least watch and find out why as we answer that same question yet again: ...
Fanboys, STICLI, and Trolls.. oh my!
In this video I discuss the recent attacks and vitriolic behavior exhibited toward both myself and Jim Sterling as well as an update on STICLI Games.
Is it worth it? Bad Dream: Coma
Bad Dream: Coma is a point and click adventure game with a hand-drawn art style. It is a game that encourages you to investigate everything, but who's choices influence the story and the outcome along the way. With a grimness to it's style, the game incorporates a variety of puzzle types and doesn't rely on...
Asset Flippers: Crimson Duck
Crimson Duck are the Asset Flippers that are the subject of today's video. I was concerned to see that these people had somehow gotten 5 games onto the Steam Storefront!
Is it worth it? Biosupremacy
BioSupremacy is an Adventure RPG game by DarkPolygon Games. In this video we learn what it truly means to be a Rockette. I know it may sound odd, but work with me here. You'll see what I mean as we answer the question: Is it worth it? Biosupremacy
Is it worth it? One Sole Purpose
One Sole Purpose is a First Person Shooter by Sameer Hirezi. This game is beautiful, but is beauty only skin deep? Find out as we answer the question Is it worth it? One Sole Purpose
Asset Flippers: Village Story
Village Story by Mesagame is our Asset Flipper for today and they're joined by a friend! These two games are direct unaltered asset flips of the Unity Store Package "Forgotten Keep" by Nanorav. These two are yet more examples of why asset flipping is so deplorable.
Is it worth it? Oracle
Oracle is a casual walking simulator by Watercolor Games. It features a lack of interactivity and a narrative that is broken up way too much. By every definition it is a bad game. And yet there's something compelling about it.. Find out what I mean as we answer the question Is it worth it? Oracle
Developer Spotlight: Battle for Wesnoth
Battle for Wesnoth is a top-down turn-based Tactical Strategy Game with a high fantasy theme. Featuring an in-depth combat mechanic that is elegant and highly functional, along with a ton of single player content and every form of multiplayer under the sun. Plus it's free. Battle for Wesnoth is truly a game worthy ...
Asset Flippers: SmashZombies
SmashZombies by XNYGames is our Asset Flipper for today. It is a horrible mobile port from the Unity Asset "Zombie Drive" by Puppeteer. No menu and one-button controls. This game is a sponge for badness.
Is it worth it? Hyper Knights
Hyper Knights is a 2d Adventure game by Endless Loop Studios that is reminiscent of Mount & Blade. The game itself has an interesting implementation of the top-down combat mechanic that it uses. But the real question is.. Is it worth it?
Is it worth it? DESYNC
DESYNC is a first person Shooter by The Foregone Syndicate featuring a neon polygonal art style and a punishing game difficulty that is seemingly designed for the leaderboard speed runner type but is it engaging for those of us who don't have speed running in our hearts? Find out as we answer the question Is it wor...
Is it worth it? Flix and Chill
Flix and Chill is a casual dating sim style game with a multiple choice style mechanic to win over your dates in order to get them to Flix and Chill by the Developer Jason Lovett. An interesting concept, but Is it worth it?
Dentola Studios Debacle: The DMCA removal
Ding dong the Witch is dead! YouTube wiped the DMCA strike from my channel earlier today. And now, Dentola.. F1N.. Jaffstook... Whatever... Now I will have my say. I hope you enjoy it.
Is it worth it? Torment: Tides of Numenera
***DISCLOSURE REMINDER: THIS GAME WAS BACKED BY SIDALPHA ON KICKSTARTER***Torment: Tides of Numenera is a CRPG developed by inXile Entertainment. Prior to it's February 28 release, I thought it would be a good idea to introduce everyone to the game and provide my impressions of the material being covered.
Holy Potatoes! We're in Space?! An Is it worth it? SidAlpha First Impression
Holy Potatoes! We're in Space?! is an indie simulation game developed by Daylight Studios that draws some inspiration from FTL. With crafting, crew management, an upgrade system for weapons and components, and resource collecting, this exploration game did a fantastic job at managing to keep me entertained and play...
Paid Mods may return: A Valve Modder discussion
In light of Gabe Newell being quoted as saying he is still very much in support of paid mods, I thought it appropriate to take a trip down memory lane and reopen the discussion that launched my channel.Are paid mods a good thing? Why are people so resistant to them? And what are the possible implications of paid moddin...
