A shame, as its blob-clearing mechanics and massive chain combos showcase the genre at its addictive best.
Puyo Puyo Tetrisĭespite being one of the most enduringly successful puzzle games in Japan, Puyo Puyo has had little impact in the west. But with so many military shooters on offer, there is still not quite enough here to make it stand out. It is certainly a pretty game, and those who enjoy sniping sections in other titles will likely take pleasure from it. The narrative is weighed down with archetypes, the settings overfamiliar, and the sniping gunplay doesn’t quite do enough to make this feel distinct. But too much of Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 feels too generic. It’s full of decent enough missions that often require a more tactical approach than those seen in more gung-ho shooters. The Sniper Ghost Warrior series has tried to distinguish itself by focusing on long-range firearms and the third instalment in the series also differs from the previous releases’ linear offerings, presenting instead an open world. The conflict between sticking to the conventions dictated by realism and breaking new ground has, arguably, stifled variety. Innovation in lifelike military shooters is a tricky business.
