Mark O’Callaghan

Pokémon Legends: Z-A Review: Too Much Talking, Not Enough Battling Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the reason for Pokémon fans to get a Switch 2, as its worthwhile performance helps the fantastic new battle system shine.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A marks the next evolution with a new battle system that's the main draw despite some flaws. Check out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social for more details #Pokémon #GameReview

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3 Years Before Skyrim, This Underrated Masterpiece Became the Gold Standard for RPGs Before Skyrim became one of the most popular games of all time, another RPG raised the bar with its worldbuilding and immersion.

Happy #Fallout Day! I wrote how Fallout 3 set the gold standard for RPGs and helped influence @bethesda.net biggest hit, Skyrim. Check out my feature over @cbr.bsky.social #skyrim @fallout.bethesdastudios.com
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The Outer Worlds 2 Fixes the Original Game's Biggest Mistake in a Near-Flawless Sequel The Outer Worlds is a worthwhile RPG that gets creative with how players can customize their character and immersive themselves into the world

The Outer Worlds 2 is @obsidian.net best RPG since New Vegas with customization options and immersion that are fun to experience. Check out my review over @cbr.bsky.social for more details www.cbr.com/the-outer-wo...

The ROG Xbox Ally X Is Here & It's Hands Down the Best Handheld Console For Gamers The ROG Xbox Ally X has a high price tag, but its performance and ease of use make this one of the best handheld devices of all time.

The wait is over as the ROG Xbox Ally X is finally here! I break down everything that makes the ROG Xbox Ally X the new gold standard for portable gaming over at @cbr.bsky.social!

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PlayStation Hits New Peak With Ghost of Yotei's Nearly Flawless Gameplay Ghost of Yotei is a stunning experience that takes fans through the gorgeous Land of Ezo while crafting a thrilling narrative for players to enjoy.

Ghost of Yotei is the best-looking game for the PlayStation 5 and a crowning achievement for @suckerpunchprod.bsky.social! Check out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social for more info! #GhostOfYotei #GameReview #PlayStation5

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This 10/10 Sequel Is Already Being Called 2025's Game of the Year Hades II proves itself a phenomenal game with update v.1 after finally exiting early access, putting another game in the running for Game of the Year.

Hades set the bar impossibly high, and somehow, @supergiantgames.bsky.social
went above and beyond with Hades II. In the name of Hades, play one of the best games of this year! Check out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social for more info

#Gaming #Review #HadesII

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The 10 Most Anticipated Games of October 2025, Ranked October is jammed with highly anticipated video games that players should keep on their radar for these new releases

October is stacked with some of the most anticipated games of 2025! Check out my list over at @cbr.bsky.social to see which games made the cut #VideoGames #October2025

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Meanwhile this is me looking at all the reviews I have set up

Borderlands 4 Forces Fans To Fall Back in Love With a Classic Game Borderlands 4 tries to redeem the franchise by going back to basics with amazing gameplay and an exciting world for players to explore.

Whether you’re a Vault Hunter veteran or curious newcomer, Borderlands 4 packs in a lot of fun! Learn more by checking out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social @borderlands.2k.com
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I would get this solely for that orange VHS tape. That takes me back

3 Game Pass Games We're Playing This Week (Sept.15-21) Discover the best of what Xbox Game Pass has to offer with these three games to play this week (Sept. 15–21)

I break down the three games from Xbox Game Pass you should consider playing this week. Check out my article over @cbr.bsky.social #XboxGamePass #Xbox www.cbr.com/game-pass-ga...

Another game for a busy October, but I’m so excited to play Dispatch!!

I can just imagine @timgettys.bsky.social going to Linkin Park tonight only for him to hear Ego by Element Eighty. @gameovergreggy.bsky.social comes out on stage to yell that Tim tried so hard and got so far but in the end it didn’t even matter. That’s the whole concert

It's Official, Hollow Knight: Silksong Is The 10/10 Masterpiece Fans Wanted It To Be Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally here, and it's the masterpiece everyone hoped it would be, thanks to its fantastic world design and exploration.

Team Cherry did it. They actually did it and exceeded expectations with Hollow Knight: Silksong. Check out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social to see why I gave Silksong a 10/10 www.cbr.com/hollow-knigh...

10 Open World Games Everyone Should Play Once in Their Lives (#1 Is the Best Ever) If you're looking to escape, must-play open-world games like Horizon Forbidden West are the perfect way to pass the time.

Every gamer needs to check out these open-world games at least once in their life! Check out my list over @cbr.bsky.social for more details! #gaming #openworld

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3 Best Games to Play on Game Pass This Weekend (August 22-24) If you're struggling to decide which game to play this weekend, these 3 games on Game Pass are the best options available

Looking for something new to play this weekend, but overwhelmed by what to choose? Check out my latest article over @cbr.bsky.social as I break down the top picks you shouldn’t miss on Xbox Game Pass!

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The 10 Biggest 2025 Gamescom Opening Live Announcements, Ranked Gamescom Opening Live is one of the bigger events for gaming, and this year was no exception, with plenty of game reveals and exciting updates.

Gamescom 2025 kicked off with some exciting reveals and new trailers that got us hyped up! Check out @cbr.bsky.social for more info regarding what announcements got us the most excited! www.cbr.com/2025-gamesco...

10 Greatest Platformers of the Last 10 Years, Ranked Platformer fans have been eating well this past decade, with a range of groundbreaking indie titles to the return of 3D platformers

From indie gems to hits featuring console mascots, this past decade shows why the platformer genre is still on top! Check out my list at @cbr.bsky.social to see what’s the 10 greatest platformers from the past decade! www.cbr.com/greatest-pla...

10 Games I Knew Would Be Masterpieces After the First 10 Minutes These ten masterpieces are the prime example of beginning the game in such a strong way that players know that they're in for a special treat

First impressions matter! These are the 10 best games that made great impressions, so much so that I knew they were masterpieces in the first ten minutes! Check out my article
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown Is Fun But Light On Content Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown is a fun mix of the TMNT and turn-based action, but it's short length and content hold it back

Cowabunga! A new TMNT game arrives on consoles, and it’s fun for both Turtle fans and turn-based action fans! Check out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social for more info!

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Donkey Kong Bananza Is a Smash Success For the Switch 2 Donkey Kong Bananza lets the player destroy the world around them while providing a heartfelt bond between DK and Pauline in this marvelous platformer

Donkey Kong Bananza is platforming greatness that rivals the likes of Astro Bot and Super Mario Odyssey. Check out my review over @cbr.bsky.social www.cbr.com/donkey-kong-...

Cover for Superman: Secret Identity

What I love about Superman coming out is all the Superman comic recommendations we’re getting! Anyone have any favorites? I think Superman: Secret Identity is my favorite comic of all time

Mario Kart World Shows Off the Switch 2 Potential and Delivers a Fantastic Experience Mario Kart World is the Switch 2 launch title that everyone should play, as its new modes and glorious 4K display make it a must play.

The Switch 2 reviews continue with the highly anticipated Mario Kart World! It’s a great Mario Kart title with killer modes and beautiful 4K in all of its glory! Check out my review from @cbr.bsky.social for more details #MarioKartWorld www.cbr.com/mario-kart-w...

The Nintendo Switch 2 Shows a Promising Future For Nintendo Fans The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here with a lot of tiny adjustments that help make Nintendo feel like a next-gen console

After playing the Switch 2 for the past 24 hours, I’m confident in the Switch’s 2 future! Check out my review from @cbr.bsky.social for more details #NintendoSwitch2 #Switch2

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Photo of the Nintendo Switch 2 package

Let’s gooooooooooo!!!! Review for @cbr.bsky.social will be up tonight!

Elden Ring Nightreign Puts a Spotlight on Co-Op Action (and Wildly Succeeds) Elden Ring Nightreign is a co-op spinoff of Elden Ring that adds roguelike and battle royale elements that make it brutal but also tons of fun to play

Elden Ring Nightreign is a fantastic condensed experience of Elden Ringthat combines the brutal nature of Soulslike games with roguelike elements as well. Check out my review from @cbr.bsky.social for more info www.cbr.com/elden-ring-n...

So much to love about this trailer! I love the Bonnie and Clyde aspect with Jason and Lucia. GTA VI is going to be something special

Every game coming out in 2025 breathed the biggest sigh of relief

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review: A Deeply Beautiful Must-Play RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a magnificent video game that draws in the player with a rich world, great acting and combat that RPG fans will love.

I can’t stop gushing about my love for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33! It’s such a special game that everyone needs to play! Check out my review over at @cbr.bsky.social for more details @expedition33.bsky.social www.cbr.com/clair-obscur...

My review will be up shortly, but Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 is my current GOTY! I'm so happy to see other critics love the game as well @expedition33.bsky.social