Game Information

Game Title: MechWarrior 5: Clans

Platforms:

• Xbox Series X/S (Oct 17, 2024)
• PlayStation 5 (Oct 17, 2024)
• PC (Oct 17, 2024)

Trailers:

• MechWarrior 5: Clans - The Invasion Begins Now - launch trailer
• MechWarrior 5: Clans New Gameplay and Digital Collectors Edition
• MechWarrior 5: CLANS - Character Featurette - MechWarrior Mia

Developer: Piranha Games

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 80 average - 82% recommended - 11 reviews

Critic Reviews

ACG - Jeremy Penter - Wait for Sale

"While enjoyable the game doesn't take advantage of its narrative slant nearly enough and combat is let down by some AI issues, sound issues, and insanely cumbersome side section regarding mech upgrades and outfitting."

AltChar - Semir Omerovic - 70 / 100

If you're a MechWarrior series fan, you won't be disappointed with MechWarrior 5: Clans. This is a game you've been waiting for; made with passion and love and that's truly visible at every corner. For newcomers, there's a lot of fun to be had here too so definitely give it a go if you have an active Game Pass subscription.

CGMagazine - Jordan Biordi - 9 / 10

As I was getting ready to review MechWarrior 5: Clans, I had a stunning realization-it's been quite a while since I last played a MechWarrior game. Back when

COGconnected - Mark Steighner - 78 / 100

MechWarrior 5: Clans does a good job of balancing story, combat, and the all-important time in between. Customizing the mechs and gearing up the squad are both lots of fun and the battles themselves are appropriately oversized.

Digital Trends - Justin Koreis - 4 / 5

MechWarrior 5: Clans is a towering behemoth of action and storytelling worthy of its massive BattleMechs. It pays homage to its story-driven predecessors by exceeding them in nearly every way. While there may be a few cracks in the armor when it comes to pilot customization and presentation elements, the total package is excellent. This is the definitive MechWarrior game.

GRYOnline.pl - Adam Kusiak - Polish - 8 / 10

Developers of MechWarrior 5: Clans know their limitations and skills, and don’t cram unnecessary elements into the game. Instead they focus only on the things they know they can deliver. Clans has the best story in the history of the series, and gameplay-wise it’s like an upgraded Mercenaries. Christmas came early for true MechWarrior fans!

God is a Geek - Mick Fraser - 7 / 10

Despite some iffy performance and a lot of proper nouns that I just couldn't track properly, I enjoyed my time with Mechwarrior 5: Clans.

IGN - Will Borger - 8 / 10

MechWarrior 5: Clans has some bugs it needs to work out, but this is still an excellent campaign carried by a thoughtful story, fantastic mech combat, and all of the customization you could want.

Saving Content - Scott Ellison II - 5 / 5

MechWarrior 5: Clans takes everything good about MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, but makes it better in every regard. The metagame has its own risks and rewards, every mission has stakes that can be felt immediately, or later in the campaign. MechWarrior 5: Clans is nostalgic and reminiscent of past games while being a great entry point for newcomers. Piranha Games has been working on the MechWarrior franchise for a decade now, and MechWarrior 5: Clans is their magnum opus. It’s a culmination of everything they’ve built and learned for one of the most fully fleshed out MechWarrior games to ever exist.

XboxEra - Jon Clarke - 7.5 / 10

With such a strong focus on narrative, and a simplification of the more sim-like elements, it may leave die-hard BattleTech fans feeling a bit let down with a far more arcade-like MechWarrior game then perhaps they wanted.

The accessibility and approachability of MechWarrior 5: Clans then, may come at a cost – at least for now. It may just however, lead to a mainstream rejuvenation the series so sorely deserves, and with its launch into Xbox Game Pass, bring a whole new generation into our Sibko.

If there’s any developer that deserves to continue that charge into the 32nd Century, it’s Piranha Games.

#Game Information

Game Title: Nikoderiko: The Magical World

Release Date: October 15, 2024

Platforms:

• PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Switch - PC at a later date

Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op

Trailers:

• Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Official Launch Trailer

• Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Launch Date Trailer

• Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Official Announcement Trailer

Developer: VEA Games

Publisher: Knights Peak

Review Aggregator:

Metacritic – 80% - 9 Critic Reviews

#Critic Reviews

God is a Geek - 90%

Nikoderiko: The Magical World looks fantastic, plays brilliantly, and hits all of the right spots.

Impulsegamer - 88%

Nikoderiko: The Magical World is an impressive platformer that blends the logistics and inner workings of classics into a new style that respectfully represents the genre in a fun-loving way. The mellow approach and splendid animation create a welcoming and heartwarming adventure about plundering and bravery that you will want to see through to the end.

Hobby Consolas - 81%

A remarkable platforming game that the whole family can enjoy. Its only "sin" is being too similar to previous titles. It lacks a soul gameplay wise. Even so, it's a solid, beautiful adventure.

PSX Brasil - 80%

Nikoderiko is a true love letter not only to Donkey Kong Country and Crash Bandicoot, but also to the platform genre. By mixing the most varied elements present in these games, we are graced with a game that brings a nostalgic and at the same time current experience. Despite presenting some small problems and a boring unlockable system, the game is fun and capable of putting a smile on the player's face with each reference. A title recommended for all fans of the genre and that will please both more experienced players and newcomers.

GameSpewl - 80%

Nikoderiko: The Magical World is heavily influenced by Donkey Kong Country and Crash Bandicoot — perhaps to the point where it almost becomes derivative. But although it may wear its influences plainly on its sleeve, it's such a well-crafted new entry in the platforming genre that it's impossible to care too much. Making your way through Nikoderiko's wonderfully designed levels is every bit as joyful as the 90s classics, and if you're a fan of the genre you should consider this a must-play.

GAMINGbible - 80%

Nikoderiko: The Magical World may not reinvent the wheel, but it certainly does enough to stand on its own two feet. Whether the developer’s were counting on the visual similarities between Niko and Crash Bandicoot to generate chatter, I do not know but if that’s the case, I only wish they’d believed in their own vision as this is a lovely, well-rounded game that needn’t rely on imitation. With its inventive mount system and challenging boss fights, Nikoderiko: The Magical World has enough unique gimmicks to hold its own against competitors. If it’s a solid little platforming adventure you’re after, you won’t feel disappointed picking Nikoderiko: The Magical World up.

GAMES.CH - 77%

Although Nikoderiko: The Magical World doesn't quite match the class of its great idols, this playable love letter to the platformer genre is a title that fans can give a chance without hesitation.

Video Chums - 77%

I'm definitely looking forward to whatever they make next which will hopefully be a bit more polished and much less derivative.

Gameliner - 70%

Nikoderiko: The Magical World feels like a nostalgic nod to classic mascot platformers, offering a fun balance of challenge and simplicity. While it borrows heavily from older games and lacks a distinct identity, the co-op mode shines, making it great for couch co-op multiplayer. At a budget-friendly price of thirty euros, it’s a solid choice for fans of platformers looking for a lighthearted, cooperative experience.