As the year rages on the games industry is becoming more competitive than ever, so we round up some of the biggest releases of March 2019:
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (PS4, XBO, PC)
If you’re a fan of the ‘Soulsborne’ games, there’s certainly a lot to love with Sekiro, but thankfully it still marches to the beat of its own drum. The increased verticality and speed mean those walking in with presumed notions will be quickly punished. Because make no doubt about it, Sekiro is a challenging beast, but it’s also beautiful, bloody and incredibly rewarding. If you’re willing to dedicate the time, you’ll be thoroughly impressed.
You can buy Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice here.
Devil May Cry 5
Though the Devil May Cry series has been arguably a bit hit-and-miss over the last few entries, Devil May Cry 5 brings things back to a solid footing. By breaking the game up with three separate characters, combat encounters feel consistently fresh as you adapt to each unique playstyle instead of awkwardly shoehorning disparate elements into a singular protagonist. Each encounter, meanwhile, moves at a steady pace, ensuring you’re never left meandering for too long before you’re faced with more visually stunning chaos.
You can buy Devil May Cry 5 here.
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Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid (PS4, XBO, Switch, PC)
If you’re a long-time Power Rangers fan, Battle for the Grid will help tap into that deep-rooted nostalgia as you bash about as your favourite hero. Once you get past the initial childlike glee though, you’ll start to notice the underlaying half-baked experience. The character roster is paltry, the visuals are rough on the eyes and the modes don’t provide much depth. The smart combat system makes up for some of this, so long as you know you’re walking into budget-level territory.
You can buy Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid here.
Metro Exodus (PS4, XBO, PC)
Okay, so technically Metro Exodus came out in February, but it’s so darn good that we had to include it all the same. By leaving the titular metro behind, Exodus presents a greater level of freedom and flexibility with sandbox levels that are often fraught with equal levels of tension and danger. There’s a slower pace at play here, but that works in the game’s favour – allowing a greater focus on atmosphere that cements it as one of 2019’s best shooters.
You can buy Metro Exodus here.
The Red Strings Club (Switch, PC)
In a world where many gamers are caught up with big games and even bigger setpieces, The Red Strings Club is an adventure game gem that keeps things relatively simple by fleshing out its cyberpunk world through a wealth of fascinating dialogue you engage in while partaking in activities like tending bar or even a bit of pottery. With a relatively short playtime, each of the game’s sections never outstays its welcome, sucking you into a deep dive in human-emotion. The old-school visuals are also wonderfully charming.
You can buy The Red Strings Club here.
