Badlands Angel Zero
@wintersthiefzero.bsky.social
Hi! I'm a huge video game fan (especially Nintendo and Splatoon) and I'm mostly here to talk games! I'm also an actor. he/they
I also started some games in 2025 that I didn't play enough of to really give any sort of score or thoughts, perhaps this year I will, we'll see. (I just started UFO 50 a few days ago so I am definitely gonna have thoughts on that)
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
I also started some games in 2025 that I didn't play enough of to really give any sort of score or thoughts, perhaps this year I will, we'll see. (I just started UFO 50 a few days ago so I am definitely gonna have thoughts on that)
Chibi-Robo! - 9
I've wanted to play this for so many years and it was more than worth the wait. It definitely has some jank that comes with being a GameCube game, but I just adored everything about it.
I've wanted to play this for so many years and it was more than worth the wait. It definitely has some jank that comes with being a GameCube game, but I just adored everything about it.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Chibi-Robo! - 9
I've wanted to play this for so many years and it was more than worth the wait. It definitely has some jank that comes with being a GameCube game, but I just adored everything about it.
I've wanted to play this for so many years and it was more than worth the wait. It definitely has some jank that comes with being a GameCube game, but I just adored everything about it.
Wario World - 6
This game doesn't feel real lol. I like the combat and bosses, and it feels as wonderfully weird as you could possibly want from a Wario game! That said, the controls are way too slippery, the levels feel more tedious than fun, and it's shockingly short.
This game doesn't feel real lol. I like the combat and bosses, and it feels as wonderfully weird as you could possibly want from a Wario game! That said, the controls are way too slippery, the levels feel more tedious than fun, and it's shockingly short.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Wario World - 6
This game doesn't feel real lol. I like the combat and bosses, and it feels as wonderfully weird as you could possibly want from a Wario game! That said, the controls are way too slippery, the levels feel more tedious than fun, and it's shockingly short.
This game doesn't feel real lol. I like the combat and bosses, and it feels as wonderfully weird as you could possibly want from a Wario game! That said, the controls are way too slippery, the levels feel more tedious than fun, and it's shockingly short.
Metroid Prime 4 - 9
The one thing that brings this game down is the desert is just not that interesting, and makes the world feel less interconnected. But each area is fantastic, the controls are perfect, the atmosphere is otherworldly. Hell I even like the new characters. And amazingly crisp on S2
The one thing that brings this game down is the desert is just not that interesting, and makes the world feel less interconnected. But each area is fantastic, the controls are perfect, the atmosphere is otherworldly. Hell I even like the new characters. And amazingly crisp on S2
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Metroid Prime 4 - 9
The one thing that brings this game down is the desert is just not that interesting, and makes the world feel less interconnected. But each area is fantastic, the controls are perfect, the atmosphere is otherworldly. Hell I even like the new characters. And amazingly crisp on S2
The one thing that brings this game down is the desert is just not that interesting, and makes the world feel less interconnected. But each area is fantastic, the controls are perfect, the atmosphere is otherworldly. Hell I even like the new characters. And amazingly crisp on S2
Kirby Air Riders - 8
A game with an immense amount of love poured into it and you can feel it. I'm a big fan of city trial and actually had a lot of fun with air ride as well. I haven't found myself really going back to it much but I enjoyed what I played quite a lot.
A game with an immense amount of love poured into it and you can feel it. I'm a big fan of city trial and actually had a lot of fun with air ride as well. I haven't found myself really going back to it much but I enjoyed what I played quite a lot.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Kirby Air Riders - 8
A game with an immense amount of love poured into it and you can feel it. I'm a big fan of city trial and actually had a lot of fun with air ride as well. I haven't found myself really going back to it much but I enjoyed what I played quite a lot.
A game with an immense amount of love poured into it and you can feel it. I'm a big fan of city trial and actually had a lot of fun with air ride as well. I haven't found myself really going back to it much but I enjoyed what I played quite a lot.
Dave the Diver - 9.5
This is exactly my kind of game but I didn't expect to love it as much as I did. It's one of those games that keeps introducing new things but it's at an absolute perfect pace. It actually has a full story and feels like a whole adventure, not just a sim.
This is exactly my kind of game but I didn't expect to love it as much as I did. It's one of those games that keeps introducing new things but it's at an absolute perfect pace. It actually has a full story and feels like a whole adventure, not just a sim.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Dave the Diver - 9.5
This is exactly my kind of game but I didn't expect to love it as much as I did. It's one of those games that keeps introducing new things but it's at an absolute perfect pace. It actually has a full story and feels like a whole adventure, not just a sim.
This is exactly my kind of game but I didn't expect to love it as much as I did. It's one of those games that keeps introducing new things but it's at an absolute perfect pace. It actually has a full story and feels like a whole adventure, not just a sim.
We Love Katamari - 9
I played the remake of the original a few years ago and loved it, this is just even better somehow. It builds off of the original mechanics to make new stages with unique goals, and has that signature weirdness to it you expect from Katamari.
I played the remake of the original a few years ago and loved it, this is just even better somehow. It builds off of the original mechanics to make new stages with unique goals, and has that signature weirdness to it you expect from Katamari.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
We Love Katamari - 9
I played the remake of the original a few years ago and loved it, this is just even better somehow. It builds off of the original mechanics to make new stages with unique goals, and has that signature weirdness to it you expect from Katamari.
I played the remake of the original a few years ago and loved it, this is just even better somehow. It builds off of the original mechanics to make new stages with unique goals, and has that signature weirdness to it you expect from Katamari.
Metroid Zero Mission - 8.5
Easily one of the best 2D Metroids, I don't know how it took me this long to get around to it. I'd still put it behind Fusion and Dread personally, but it's basically the ONLY way the story of Metroid 1 should be played.
Easily one of the best 2D Metroids, I don't know how it took me this long to get around to it. I'd still put it behind Fusion and Dread personally, but it's basically the ONLY way the story of Metroid 1 should be played.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Metroid Zero Mission - 8.5
Easily one of the best 2D Metroids, I don't know how it took me this long to get around to it. I'd still put it behind Fusion and Dread personally, but it's basically the ONLY way the story of Metroid 1 should be played.
Easily one of the best 2D Metroids, I don't know how it took me this long to get around to it. I'd still put it behind Fusion and Dread personally, but it's basically the ONLY way the story of Metroid 1 should be played.
Pokémon Legends Z-A - 8
Putting aside that the visuals still look pretty awful, this was a really fun Pokémon game! I liked the new battle system a lot, and the side quests, characters, and battle zones are great. The wild areas were a bit lackluster and the city is too small.
Putting aside that the visuals still look pretty awful, this was a really fun Pokémon game! I liked the new battle system a lot, and the side quests, characters, and battle zones are great. The wild areas were a bit lackluster and the city is too small.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Pokémon Legends Z-A - 8
Putting aside that the visuals still look pretty awful, this was a really fun Pokémon game! I liked the new battle system a lot, and the side quests, characters, and battle zones are great. The wild areas were a bit lackluster and the city is too small.
Putting aside that the visuals still look pretty awful, this was a really fun Pokémon game! I liked the new battle system a lot, and the side quests, characters, and battle zones are great. The wild areas were a bit lackluster and the city is too small.
Wario Land 4 - 7.5
This was not my first time playing it but it had been decades and I never finished it so...
I didn't quite think it lived up to what I've heard about it over the years, but I liked it. It has some interesting locales and fun gameplay. Bosses were frustrating
This was not my first time playing it but it had been decades and I never finished it so...
I didn't quite think it lived up to what I've heard about it over the years, but I liked it. It has some interesting locales and fun gameplay. Bosses were frustrating
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Wario Land 4 - 7.5
This was not my first time playing it but it had been decades and I never finished it so...
I didn't quite think it lived up to what I've heard about it over the years, but I liked it. It has some interesting locales and fun gameplay. Bosses were frustrating
This was not my first time playing it but it had been decades and I never finished it so...
I didn't quite think it lived up to what I've heard about it over the years, but I liked it. It has some interesting locales and fun gameplay. Bosses were frustrating
Picross 3D - 8
This is literally just Picross if it were 3D, and that's perfectly fine because it translates surprisingly well. I wish they made more of these (afaik it only got one sequel)
This is literally just Picross if it were 3D, and that's perfectly fine because it translates surprisingly well. I wish they made more of these (afaik it only got one sequel)
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Picross 3D - 8
This is literally just Picross if it were 3D, and that's perfectly fine because it translates surprisingly well. I wish they made more of these (afaik it only got one sequel)
This is literally just Picross if it were 3D, and that's perfectly fine because it translates surprisingly well. I wish they made more of these (afaik it only got one sequel)
SCHiM - 4
I was so excited to play this and I left feeling extremely disappointed. It's a visually unique game with cool mechanics (jumping between shadows) but it's so easy to soft-lock yourself constantly and the levels don't even feel satisfying to complete.
I was so excited to play this and I left feeling extremely disappointed. It's a visually unique game with cool mechanics (jumping between shadows) but it's so easy to soft-lock yourself constantly and the levels don't even feel satisfying to complete.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
SCHiM - 4
I was so excited to play this and I left feeling extremely disappointed. It's a visually unique game with cool mechanics (jumping between shadows) but it's so easy to soft-lock yourself constantly and the levels don't even feel satisfying to complete.
I was so excited to play this and I left feeling extremely disappointed. It's a visually unique game with cool mechanics (jumping between shadows) but it's so easy to soft-lock yourself constantly and the levels don't even feel satisfying to complete.
Kirby Forgotten Land (NSW2+SCW) - 9
This was a replay but I'm including it since it technically did have new content. Star-Crossed World doesn't add a TON, but replaying the game alongside the new levels makes it feel like a more complete package. Also it looks beautiful now in high resolution.
This was a replay but I'm including it since it technically did have new content. Star-Crossed World doesn't add a TON, but replaying the game alongside the new levels makes it feel like a more complete package. Also it looks beautiful now in high resolution.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Kirby Forgotten Land (NSW2+SCW) - 9
This was a replay but I'm including it since it technically did have new content. Star-Crossed World doesn't add a TON, but replaying the game alongside the new levels makes it feel like a more complete package. Also it looks beautiful now in high resolution.
This was a replay but I'm including it since it technically did have new content. Star-Crossed World doesn't add a TON, but replaying the game alongside the new levels makes it feel like a more complete package. Also it looks beautiful now in high resolution.
Dear Me, I Was... - 5
Very short visual novel type game. I like the story here a lot, and the ending does hit hard, but as a game it's a little hard to recommend because it goes by so fast and it's not exactly something that can be replayed...but it's cheap so I don't regret it.
Very short visual novel type game. I like the story here a lot, and the ending does hit hard, but as a game it's a little hard to recommend because it goes by so fast and it's not exactly something that can be replayed...but it's cheap so I don't regret it.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Dear Me, I Was... - 5
Very short visual novel type game. I like the story here a lot, and the ending does hit hard, but as a game it's a little hard to recommend because it goes by so fast and it's not exactly something that can be replayed...but it's cheap so I don't regret it.
Very short visual novel type game. I like the story here a lot, and the ending does hit hard, but as a game it's a little hard to recommend because it goes by so fast and it's not exactly something that can be replayed...but it's cheap so I don't regret it.
Drag x Drive - 6
I love games with unique controls and this one hits SO WELL. The problem is there isn't enough substance to keep it going long-term. I'd have loved some additional courts. As is, it's a really fun game, just lacking in content, and it's kinda exhausting to play.
I love games with unique controls and this one hits SO WELL. The problem is there isn't enough substance to keep it going long-term. I'd have loved some additional courts. As is, it's a really fun game, just lacking in content, and it's kinda exhausting to play.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Drag x Drive - 6
I love games with unique controls and this one hits SO WELL. The problem is there isn't enough substance to keep it going long-term. I'd have loved some additional courts. As is, it's a really fun game, just lacking in content, and it's kinda exhausting to play.
I love games with unique controls and this one hits SO WELL. The problem is there isn't enough substance to keep it going long-term. I'd have loved some additional courts. As is, it's a really fun game, just lacking in content, and it's kinda exhausting to play.
Is This Seat Taken? - 7
Cute little puzzle game based on finding seats for picky people. I played this on my Switch in handheld mode and it felt really nice to chill with.
Cute little puzzle game based on finding seats for picky people. I played this on my Switch in handheld mode and it felt really nice to chill with.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Is This Seat Taken? - 7
Cute little puzzle game based on finding seats for picky people. I played this on my Switch in handheld mode and it felt really nice to chill with.
Cute little puzzle game based on finding seats for picky people. I played this on my Switch in handheld mode and it felt really nice to chill with.
NSO Playtest - 7
Okay this one barely counts but I wanted to sneak it in here because it was just such an interesting experience. It takes elements of other games but creates a gameplay loop unlike anything I've ever seen, and I'm VERY curious to see the final product.
Okay this one barely counts but I wanted to sneak it in here because it was just such an interesting experience. It takes elements of other games but creates a gameplay loop unlike anything I've ever seen, and I'm VERY curious to see the final product.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
NSO Playtest - 7
Okay this one barely counts but I wanted to sneak it in here because it was just such an interesting experience. It takes elements of other games but creates a gameplay loop unlike anything I've ever seen, and I'm VERY curious to see the final product.
Okay this one barely counts but I wanted to sneak it in here because it was just such an interesting experience. It takes elements of other games but creates a gameplay loop unlike anything I've ever seen, and I'm VERY curious to see the final product.
Donkey Kong Bananza - 10
What can I say, this game was utterly magical and will likely go down as one of my all time favorite games. Amazing characters, perfect world design, blew my mind at how far they took the destruction mechanics. And it's drop dead gorgeous too!
What can I say, this game was utterly magical and will likely go down as one of my all time favorite games. Amazing characters, perfect world design, blew my mind at how far they took the destruction mechanics. And it's drop dead gorgeous too!
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Donkey Kong Bananza - 10
What can I say, this game was utterly magical and will likely go down as one of my all time favorite games. Amazing characters, perfect world design, blew my mind at how far they took the destruction mechanics. And it's drop dead gorgeous too!
What can I say, this game was utterly magical and will likely go down as one of my all time favorite games. Amazing characters, perfect world design, blew my mind at how far they took the destruction mechanics. And it's drop dead gorgeous too!
Mario Kart World - 8.5
MK8 started to bore me after awhile, and while World isn't perfect, it introduces so many new moves and has some really inventive course design. I also just love the whole driving between courses idea. Gorgeous visuals and OST. Easily my favorite MK game.
MK8 started to bore me after awhile, and while World isn't perfect, it introduces so many new moves and has some really inventive course design. I also just love the whole driving between courses idea. Gorgeous visuals and OST. Easily my favorite MK game.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Mario Kart World - 8.5
MK8 started to bore me after awhile, and while World isn't perfect, it introduces so many new moves and has some really inventive course design. I also just love the whole driving between courses idea. Gorgeous visuals and OST. Easily my favorite MK game.
MK8 started to bore me after awhile, and while World isn't perfect, it introduces so many new moves and has some really inventive course design. I also just love the whole driving between courses idea. Gorgeous visuals and OST. Easily my favorite MK game.
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour - 8
People love to dog on this one but it does everything it sets out to do really well. As someone who loves tech and seeing the inner workings of things, and as a massive Nintendo fan, I loved all the tech demos and developer commentary here
People love to dog on this one but it does everything it sets out to do really well. As someone who loves tech and seeing the inner workings of things, and as a massive Nintendo fan, I loved all the tech demos and developer commentary here
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour - 8
People love to dog on this one but it does everything it sets out to do really well. As someone who loves tech and seeing the inner workings of things, and as a massive Nintendo fan, I loved all the tech demos and developer commentary here
People love to dog on this one but it does everything it sets out to do really well. As someone who loves tech and seeing the inner workings of things, and as a massive Nintendo fan, I loved all the tech demos and developer commentary here
Aka - 3
Maybe I should have given this a bit more time but it honestly felt like a broken directionless mess of a game. The art style is cute but the controls were awkward, it feels like it's trying to be a "cozy game" with Minecraft elements but it didn't work for me.
Maybe I should have given this a bit more time but it honestly felt like a broken directionless mess of a game. The art style is cute but the controls were awkward, it feels like it's trying to be a "cozy game" with Minecraft elements but it didn't work for me.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Aka - 3
Maybe I should have given this a bit more time but it honestly felt like a broken directionless mess of a game. The art style is cute but the controls were awkward, it feels like it's trying to be a "cozy game" with Minecraft elements but it didn't work for me.
Maybe I should have given this a bit more time but it honestly felt like a broken directionless mess of a game. The art style is cute but the controls were awkward, it feels like it's trying to be a "cozy game" with Minecraft elements but it didn't work for me.
Princess Peach Showtime! - 6.5
A Peach game that's actually good! A lot of the levels are a bit too simplistic, but I did love all the animations and costumes Peach has here. It's a well-made and polished game, and I did have fun with it, but may be best for younger audiences
A Peach game that's actually good! A lot of the levels are a bit too simplistic, but I did love all the animations and costumes Peach has here. It's a well-made and polished game, and I did have fun with it, but may be best for younger audiences
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Princess Peach Showtime! - 6.5
A Peach game that's actually good! A lot of the levels are a bit too simplistic, but I did love all the animations and costumes Peach has here. It's a well-made and polished game, and I did have fun with it, but may be best for younger audiences
A Peach game that's actually good! A lot of the levels are a bit too simplistic, but I did love all the animations and costumes Peach has here. It's a well-made and polished game, and I did have fun with it, but may be best for younger audiences
New Pokémon Snap - 8
I technically started this a few years ago, but barely played it. I got really into it after playing the N64 game, and it's a surprisingly big improvement! I loved seeing all the different ways of Pokémon life and there are a LOT of areas to explore.
I technically started this a few years ago, but barely played it. I got really into it after playing the N64 game, and it's a surprisingly big improvement! I loved seeing all the different ways of Pokémon life and there are a LOT of areas to explore.
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
New Pokémon Snap - 8
I technically started this a few years ago, but barely played it. I got really into it after playing the N64 game, and it's a surprisingly big improvement! I loved seeing all the different ways of Pokémon life and there are a LOT of areas to explore.
I technically started this a few years ago, but barely played it. I got really into it after playing the N64 game, and it's a surprisingly big improvement! I loved seeing all the different ways of Pokémon life and there are a LOT of areas to explore.
Pokémon Snap - 7
My first time playing this one, and I had a great time! It's a little limited on places to explore, but even with it being an N64 game, there are so many really cute animations that make taking photos both enjoyable and relaxing
My first time playing this one, and I had a great time! It's a little limited on places to explore, but even with it being an N64 game, there are so many really cute animations that make taking photos both enjoyable and relaxing
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Pokémon Snap - 7
My first time playing this one, and I had a great time! It's a little limited on places to explore, but even with it being an N64 game, there are so many really cute animations that make taking photos both enjoyable and relaxing
My first time playing this one, and I had a great time! It's a little limited on places to explore, but even with it being an N64 game, there are so many really cute animations that make taking photos both enjoyable and relaxing
Roller Coaster Tycoon Classic - 8
Pretty much a faithful combination of the first two RCT games ported to console. I've always been a big fan of RCT (moreso the management and design aspects because I'm not great at making coasters) and it plays wonderfully with a controller
Pretty much a faithful combination of the first two RCT games ported to console. I've always been a big fan of RCT (moreso the management and design aspects because I'm not great at making coasters) and it plays wonderfully with a controller
January 1, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Roller Coaster Tycoon Classic - 8
Pretty much a faithful combination of the first two RCT games ported to console. I've always been a big fan of RCT (moreso the management and design aspects because I'm not great at making coasters) and it plays wonderfully with a controller
Pretty much a faithful combination of the first two RCT games ported to console. I've always been a big fan of RCT (moreso the management and design aspects because I'm not great at making coasters) and it plays wonderfully with a controller