Skill Up Game Reviews
S01:E18 - Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
T01:C01 - S01:E01 - Halo: Campaign Evolved Review
Skill Up reviews the Halo: Campaign Evolved project, detailing why its visual, audio, and gameplay changes ultimately fall short of expectations.
T01:C02 - S01:E02 - Don't Play Beast of Reincarnation
Skill Up explains why Beast of Reincarnation is an unfinished, repetitive, and ultimately uninteresting game he cannot recommend.
T01:C03 - S01:E03 - Why You Should Play Crimson Desert
Skill Up gives his take on Crimson Desert, exploring what makes this massive open world RPG feel like Skyrim.
T01:C04 - S01:E04 - Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Review
Skill Up reviews the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced remake, playing the updated classic for the first time and calling it their new favorite AC game.
T01:C05 - S01:E05 - Mortal Shell 2 Review
Skill Up reviews Mortal Shell 2, praising its unique combat, robust build craft, and accessible difficulty despite a fragmented world.
T01:C06 - S01:E06 - Pragmata and High on Life 2 Review
Skill Up reviews Pragmata and its unique combat. Then he breaks down High on Life 2.
T01:C07 - S01:E07 - Saros Review
Skill Up reviews Saros, a stunning new PS5 roguelike, explaining why it surpasses Returnal in every aspect and is a must-buy title.
T01:C08 - S01:E08 - Is Diablo IV Lord of Hatred Worth Playing
Skill Up reviews the Diablo IV Lord of Hatred expansion, praising its campaign but questioning some core gameplay systems after 30 hours.
T01:C09 - S01:E09 - The Steam Controller 2026 Review
Skill Up gives his in-depth review of Valve's new Steam Controller (2026), detailing its innovative gyro, trackpads, and customization options for PC gaming.
T01:C10 - S01:E10 - Splatoon Raiders Review
Skill Up, a self-proclaimed Splatoon hater, dives into the new PvE-focused Splatoon Raiders and unexpectedly finds a great game.
T01:C11 - S01:E11 - Forza Horizon 6 Review
Skill Up reviews Forza Horizon 6, praising its stunning Japan map and refined driving, but expressing disappointment with the stagnant formula and narrative.
T01:C12 - S01:E12 - ROG Xbox Ally X Review
Skill Up reviews the ROG Xbox Ally X handheld, discussing its premium power, excellent battery, and disappointing screen that makes it hard to recommend.
T01:C13 - S01:E13 - Best Games You Might Have Missed
Skill Up presents his team's list of underrated game recommendations, featuring a special, heartfelt pick from their beloved, recently deceased colleague.
T01:C14 - S01:E14 - Monster Hunter Stories 3 Is Peak
Skill Up calls Monster Hunter Stories 3 'peak Monster Hunter,' breaking down its fantastic story, visuals, and combat for both fans and newcomers.
T01:C15 - S01:E15 - Cairn: A Truly Unique Game
Skill Up delivers a powerful review of Cairn, an incredibly unique climbing game simulating the physical and emotional toll of the ascent.
T01:C16 - S01:E16 - The Alters Review
Skill Up explains why The Alters is a must-play, a management game uniquely exploring identity and self-reflection through its clone mechanic.
T01:C17 - S01:E17 - I Do Not Recommend Marvel's Wolverine
Skill Up reviews Marvel's Wolverine and explains why he does not recommend it. He critiques the combat and story pacing.
T01:C18 - S01:E18 - Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
Skill Up reviews Ace Combat 8, breaking down its campaign missions, flight controls and dynamic soundtrack.
T01:C19 - S01:E19 - I Strongly Recommend Control Resonant
Skill Up reviews Control Resonant, weighing heavy combat and respawning world markers against its surreal visual design and puzzles.
T01:C20 - S01:E20 - Onimusha Way of the Sword Review
Skill Up reviews Onimusha Way of the Sword, praising its samurai combat and dark setting while critiquing its repetitive side content.
T01:C21 - S01:E21 - Austin Recommends Orbitals
Skill Up reviews the co-op puzzle game Orbitals. The review examines its retro anime visuals, story and puzzle design.
T01:C22 - S01:E22 - I Recommend Gears of War: E-Day
Skill Up reviews Gears of War: E-Day, analyzing its campaign narrative, co-op combat and technical performance.
T01:C23 - S01:E23 - Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review
Skill Up reviews Resonance A Plague Tale Legacy, praising its stunning Greek mythology story and combat while noting minor gameplay quirks.
T01:C24 - S01:E24 - Star Wars Zero Company Is an Absolute Banger
Skill Up reviews Star Wars Zero Company, praising its story, quests, and XCOM mechanics.
T01:C25 - S01:E25 - Austin Recommends Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
Skill Up reviews Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, examining combat updates, snowy exploration and new endgame dungeons.