Pokemon Legends: Z to A Review, Ninja Gaiden 4 Review, Microsoft, Profit, and Halo, and Much More!

Carrie gives her full review of Pokémon Legends: Z to A after finishing the game, breaking down what works, what doesn’t, and why it might be one of the most ambitious Pokémon titles yet. Terrence delivers his in-depth Ninja Gaiden 4 review, diving into how it compares to previous entries in the series and whether it lives up to the legacy of Team Ninja’s classic action franchise. We discuss Microsoft’s latest questionable strategic moves after revelations that Xbox is chasing an unrealistic 30% profit margin — and what this means for players and developers alike. Meanwhile, the Trump administration and ICE have co-opted yet another beloved video game property for propaganda purposes to advance their racist aims. Ubisoft is asking employees to voluntarily leave before upcoming layoffs, and Nintendo surprises fans with a long-awaited move — releasing a vinyl soundtrack that has collectors buzzing.