MMGN.com: "It seems as though the gaming world is ready to move on - perhaps gameplay is more important than visuals. With many smaller games these days, it seems the general idea is to whip up a solid gameplay engine, and use some well-prepared visual stock before going to town with the visual effects. In some games it works well, but in others; not so well.
Ion Assault, which recently hit Steam and high-res monitors around the globe, might be one of few games that sits in between in this department. It's clear that the arcade/space shooter hybrid aims to dynamically light up the playing field with visual effects, and the game does well to ensure nothing is boring for the player. However, in flashy little games like these, it's an obvious issue when a lack of contrast stops you from knowing what's going on, and unfortunately, that's exactly what happens in Ion Assault."
Neil writes: "Last week's Xbox Deals With Gold and Spotlight Sale was found delivering plenty of great games, all at super low prices. With stunners like Starlink: Battle for Atlas and Child of Light both heavily discounted, chances are you could have filled your Xbox digital library on the cheap. But guess what, that sale has gone, only to be replaced with a brand new set of discounted titles. Want to take in all the bargains available via the Xbox Deals With Gold and Spotlight Sale for 8th-14th September 2020? Of course you do - the Ultimate Game Add-On Sale is included for good measure!"
Hardcore Gamer: The third Reboot bundle is now available, and while it lacks anything involving the early'00s CG show, it does contain some games for a minimal fee. For the first 48 hours of the deal, so until Wednesday, you can get Rune Classic, X Blades, Hoard Complete Pack, Ion Assault, Knights and Merchants, and Planets Under Attack for only $2.
Neocrisis: Space shooters, space war shooters, space invaders, shmups - yep they're pretty much about mankind shooting the face off millions and squillions of invading aliens.
