Storybird Games

Review Ganryu 2 - Hakuma Kojiro (Switch) - Unworthy Of Its Shinobi-Inspired Ideas

Frame hate

Since this review was originally published, a patch has reportedly addressed one or more of the issues cited below — notably the game's frame rate problems. While we unfortunately cannot revisit games on an individual basis, it should still be noted that the updated game may offer a much-improved experience over the one detailed below...

• Thu 21st Apr 2022
• Reviews
• Nintendo Switch

Review Shmup Collection (Switch) - A Solid Collection Of Modern 2D Shooters

Astro Port's maestro ports

It's one of gaming's greatest myths that graphics aren't as important as gameplay. Without the right kind of graphics, it's possible to depth-charge the potential of an otherwise enjoyable experience. Visuals are a crucial part of a game's feel, and a mismatch between what you're doing and how it all looks is a major...

• Tue 19th May 2020
• Reviews
• Nintendo Switch

Mini Review Gigantic Army (Switch) - A Cybernator Homage That's Almost Over Before It Starts

Rocky robot

If you are a hardcore shooting game fan, three-man "dōjin" developer Astro Port might ring a bell. This small team has a clear love for the genre and have produced several shooters based on classics from the 16-bit generation over the past decade. It was a bit of a surprise to see an “old friend” pop up on both Switch eShop and in...

• Mon 13th Jan 2020
• Reviews
• Switch eShop
• Gigantic Army

Review Aggelos (Switch) - A Fast-Paced Pixel Platforming Adventure That Doesn't Waste Your Time

Far away from the mucky muck

The retro 2D side-scrolling action genre isn’t one that’s lacking in excellent titles to recommend on Switch these days. Indeed, fans of the old 8 and 16-bit era are practically drowning in a sea of quality titles to choose from, with heavy hitters such as Shovel Knight, Hollow Knight, Dead Cells and Celeste to name...

• Tue 7th May 2019
• Reviews
• Switch eShop
• Aggelos