Previews by Hayes Madsen

Exodus already feels like so much more than a successor to Mass Effect

After going hands-on with Exodus, we're incredibly hopeful for how the long-awaited sci-fi RPG is shaping up.

preview by Hayes Madsen on 04 September, 2026

Heroes of Might and Magic 3's Remake Transported Me Back to My Childhood, But I Have Some Worries

Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake successfully recaptures the feeling of the beloved RPG, but some of its aesthetic changes don't feel like they land quite as well.

preview by Hayes Madsen on 26 August, 2026

Black Flag Resynced Is the Mix of Old and New Assassin's Creed That I've Wanted For Years

Black Flag Resynced is pulling together the series best elements, and it already feels like the exact style of remake I've wanted from Assassin's Creed.

preview by Hayes Madsen on 21 May, 2026

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn might have the chops to fill the Mass Effect-sized hole in your life

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn makes a strong first impression, showing a studio that's clearly gained more confidence in recent years, branching out with something refreshingly new, but also charmingly familiar.

preview by Hayes Madsen on 22 April, 2026

Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Has My Attention, But It Still Has a Lot to Prove

Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is the series' latest foray into mobile, and while there are a lot of truly compelling ideas, the game's fate will clearly be decided by post-launch support.

preview by Hayes Madsen on 24 March, 2026

People of Note brings a melodic twist to the classic Final Fantasy formula

People of Note makes a strong first impression as a tongue-in-cheek, whimsical RPG, and it might be drawing just the right amount of inspiration from the classics.

preview by Hayes Madsen on 18 February, 2026