SkillUp

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Honest, in-depth game reviews and industry analysis. Also runs This Week In Videogames.

Game Reviews

8.5

Crimson Desert I strongly recommend: Crimson Desert (Review)

SkillUp's 'strongly recommends' is his highest endorsement tier. Full dedicated review after weeks of mixed impressions. Praised the mid-to-late game as a massive payoff, calling the combat and world design among the best of the year.

Apr 4, 2026

7.5

Saros SAROS: more approachable, still brilliant (Austin's hands-on impressions)

Called it 'still brilliant' and 'more approachable' than Returnal. Praised Housemarque's evolved formula — tighter runs, better onboarding, same adrenaline. Declined Sony's paid preview trip to maintain independence.

Mar 28, 2026

3.5

Marathon New Xbox boss wants to make Gamepass cheaper + Marathon reviews are in | This Week in Videogames

Summarized Marathon's poor critical reception in his weekly news show. Noted reviews confirmed the Server Slam concerns — the core loop isn't engaging enough to sustain the extraction format.

Mar 27, 2026

8.5

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Austin strongly recommends: Monster Hunter Stories 3 (Review)

SkillUp's highest recommendation tier: 'strongly recommends.' Praised the evolved monster-collecting system, gorgeous visuals, and a story that respects the player's time. Called it a must-play JRPG.

Mar 12, 2026

9.5

Resident Evil Requiem Why Resident Evil Requiem is absolutely peak ft. TheSphereHunter (FPS #89)

Called it 'absolutely peak' — his strongest possible praise. Dedicated a full podcast episode to it. Said it represents the best of survival horror: perfect pacing, genuinely terrifying, and masterfully crafted.

Mar 1, 2026