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Fantasy Life

***Special thanks are extended to Phantom for proofing this review. I owe you far more than one. Initially gimmicked as a kids title with seemingly no content to each specialization other than appearance, Level-5s Fantasy Life (FL) for the Nintendo 3DS boasts a depth unseen by first impressions in its large game world, simple yet intriguing story, uncommon career system, and customization options. Having myself been deterred due to the stigma attached to titles termed Life, I am pleased to say this experience was worth the purchase, though with minor flaws detailed below. Before beginning, I would like to say that I have played both in multiplayer and single player, but cannot attest to the downloadable content since I do not currently own it. Here are a few reasons to give this title a try: Story - There is not much to be said against the plots rather short duration, and it does earn its merits. You explore the land of Castele as bizarre occurrences hazard the land. Similar to B...

Bastion

”Details make perfection, and perfection is not a detail.” -Leonado Da Vinci By far my favorite title of the twin-stick variety, Bastion melds rich narrative with gorgeous environmental design, an animated soundtrack-the very same I was inspired to listen to as I type these phrases-that will surely be lodged in memory, and a resonant play-style. This title is masterfully unique in how it articulates and flows between set-pieces and moments, and elicits emotion in ways very few media outlets can claim. I would like to thank my brother for recommending Bastion to me before proceeding because I do not know if I would have otherwise stumbled upon this iconic Indie Gem by Supergiant Games. Here are merely a few reasons to give this staple a try: Story - Opening this title, you awaken as a young male of indiscernible age referred to as The Kid, with a currently disembodied narrator commenting your actions. The Kid is seen resting atop a fractured structure know as the realm of Caelond...