Critics from across the web and even our own team here at Twinfinite all agree that Injustice 2 dominated May and emerged as one of the best games of the year. The month of May didn’t offer up a lot of solid competition for a game like Injustice 2 but it seems like this superhero-filled fighter would have made its way to the top of the totem pole either way. In the end, you’ll find that RiME succeeds at accomplishing many of the things it set out to do but it just ultimately failed to ever excel at any of them. The story, however, is still moving (albeit it’s also forgettable) and gameplay is far from being boring or uninteresting. The beautiful art is ruined at times by the presence of graphical shortcomings like heavily pixelated shadows. The artistic style of the world that is crafted for RiME is beautiful but many critics (especially those who reviewed the game for PlayStation 4) found issues with the actual graphics. Unfortunately, this is also a game that reminds us of the difference between stunning visuals and stunning graphics.

RiME is packed with stunning visuals that are emphasized by an even more breathtaking soundtrack.

While reviews regarding the actual gameplay and performance of the game are mixed, critics agree on one thing-the game’s art direction is its best feature.

RiME may have scored higher marks on the Xbox One but it still offers a unique gaming experience no matter which console you prefer to play it on. With Talos I being such a joy to explore and the game offering a lot of freedom to play however you prefer, it’s easy to see why the title earned mostly favorable reviews. Fortunately, there are more than enough successes available to distract you from disappointing graphics. Prey just feels like a game that was meant to be downright gorgeous. Not to mention the fact that the game didn’t have any PS4 Pro enhancements at launch. To be fair, the graphics weren’t horrible by any means but it is rather disappointing to see a game like Prey not offer mind-blowing graphics. Perhaps its most obvious shortcoming comes in the form of lackluster graphics. There is no denying that the game is solid overall but that doesn’t mean it is void of missteps. When it comes to really creating an immersive atmosphere, Prey excels in every way possible while also offering a rich narrative. Critics have described the game as “compelling,” “engrossing,” and “sublime” after diving into the fascinating world Bethesda has created. Prey had built up quite a bit of anticipation ahead of its launch and most critics feel like it lived up to its hype.

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