Exophase: "Developer 17-Bit set out to create something special with Galak-Z: The Dimensional, its anime-inspired space shoot ’em up for the PlayStation 4. In a lot of ways the studio succeeded, because playing the game yields entertaining results all too often. At the same time, there are a few nagging issues that stand out despite not exactly ruining this colorful space adventure."
Anime styled video games occupy a unique space in the mix, offering up characters, worlds, and storylines inspired by (and on occasion inspiring) anime aesthetics and tropes. Here are our Top 10 Anime-Inspired Video Games.
GB:
We're coming down the home stretch, but before we get to the main event, we've got four more regular categories to highlight some of the best and worst aspects of 2015's video games. Did you know there's also a recap video and a deliberation podcast over on the GOTY hub that detail our selection process in way more detail? You do now!
WC:
Sony's big blue baby is ending the year in style.