Understanding the risk/reward system of Returnal is key to your survival and overall enjoyment. Roguelike mechanics are challenging in general, but Housemarque’s first PS5 title ups the difficulty with lengthier runs. So where are the save points? Simply put, there are no game saves. If you turn off the game (or your PS5) amidst a […]
If you’re booting up Returnal for the first time, expect to die. A lot. This roguelite action-adventure from Housemarque designs death as a replayable game loop, with each run motivating the player to progress further into the cosmic horror. So, what happens when you die? What Happens When You Die? When you die in Returnal, […]
Progressing further into the cosmic abyss of Returnal requires an understanding of the weapons scattered across the world. Players can only hold one weapon at a time and it’s best to experiment early on to discover which weapon plays to your preference. First you’ll need to understand how to switch weapons. To switch weapons in […]
