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About Trevor Gould

Even though I was first introduced to video games with the Atari 2600 (I feel old) it was Nintendo that turned me into a lifelong fan. From the magical NES era when Nintendo was the face of gaming, through today with the 3DS, Switch (and everything in between) Nintendo’s always entertained me with their innovative, and just plain fun games! Writing for Pure Nintendo has allowed me to combine a fondness for journalism with my love of gaming. I’ve especially enjoyed building working relationships with smaller and independent developers and studios.
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Review: Tetris Effect: Connected (Nintendo Switch)
8.5
2 years ago

Review: Tetris Effect: Connected (Nintendo Switch)

The Tetris franchise keeps marching on, with Tetris Effect: Connected landing on the Nintendo Switch. Most everyone knows Tetris. You might even be familiar with this version, an enhanced port …
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Review: Gleylancer (Nintendo Switch)
9
2 years ago

Review: Gleylancer (Nintendo Switch)

Respected but not readily available until now, Gleylancer moves from the Mega Drive and Wii Virtual Console to the Nintendo Switch eShop. It might be the best shooter you’ve yet …
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Review: A Juggler’s Tale (Nintendo Switch)
7
2 years ago

Review: A Juggler’s Tale (Nintendo Switch)

I can’t resist a good cinematic platformer, and A Juggler’s Tale is one such game. What keeps it from greatness are its ease and cost relative to the amount of …
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Review: Hoa (Nintendo Switch)
8
2 years ago

Review: Hoa (Nintendo Switch)

Hoa is a puzzle platformer that initially escaped my notice. But I was happy to accept a later review key offer, as the launch trailer impressed me greatly. As Strong …
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Pure Nintendo Review Recap – September, 2021
2 years ago

Pure Nintendo Review Recap – September, 2021

We may already be a few days into October, but don’t sleep on the 23 reviews the PN crew published in September. There’s something for everyone, but let us know …
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Review: Steel Assault (Nintendo Switch)
7
2 years ago

Review: Steel Assault (Nintendo Switch)

Steel Assault brings 90s style arcade action to the Nintendo Switch, with a first-class audio/visual package. It also brings difficulty that, despite some admirable efforts, might only have genre enthusiasts …
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Review: Centipede: Recharged (Nintendo Switch)
7
2 years ago

Review: Centipede: Recharged (Nintendo Switch)

Centipede: Recharged is the latest in Atari’s Recharged series of games. Their earlier release, Missile Command: Recharged, wasn’t a favorite of mine, but for just $2.99, I kept my expectations …
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Review: Townscaper (Nintendo Switch)
4
3 years ago

Review: Townscaper (Nintendo Switch)

Townscaper is a title full of potential that will sadly never get realized. It sums itself up better than I can, as “…an experimental passion project. More of a toy …
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Review: Badland: Game of the Year Edition (Nintendo Switch)
5.5
3 years ago

Review: Badland: Game of the Year Edition (Nintendo Switch)

If you’re a Nintendo gamer who missed it on the Wii U, the boastfully named Badland: Game of the Year Edition was released last month on the Nintendo Switch. It’s …
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Review: Piczle Puzzle & Watch Collection (Nintendo Switch)
7.5
3 years ago

Review: Piczle Puzzle & Watch Collection (Nintendo Switch)

Piczle Puzzle & Watch Collection is advertised as “a love-letter to the days of LCD handheld gaming,” and I have to say it pretty much nails it. It taps into …
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Pure Nintendo Review Recap – August, 2021
3 years ago

Pure Nintendo Review Recap – August, 2021

Team Pure Nintendo published 22 reviews in the month of August. While we had some lower scorers (Kickerinho World, Freddy Spaghetti 2) we also had hits like The Great Ace …
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Review: Ayo the Clown (Nintendo Switch)
7
3 years ago

Review: Ayo the Clown (Nintendo Switch)

If you’re looking for a solid platforming adventure, Ayo the Clown might catch your eye. It never goes beyond “good” in many respects but checks off most platforming staples in …
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Review: Haven Park (Nintendo Switch)
5
3 years ago

Review: Haven Park (Nintendo Switch)

To give credit where credit’s due, Haven Park makes no secret of its inspiration sources. It cites both A Short Hike (one of my favorites) and Animal Crossing. Haven Park …
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Pure Nintendo Review Recap – July, 2021
3 years ago

Pure Nintendo Review Recap – July, 2021

The PN crew published 26 reviews in July. While Skyward Sword HD is our big first-party review, a number of higher-scoring indies also round out the month. Have a favorite? …
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Review: Review: B.ARK (Nintendo Switch)
7
3 years ago

Review: Review: B.ARK (Nintendo Switch)

One of those all-cap titles with odd punctuation, B.ARK is a shoot ’em up adventure from Tic Toc Games. Their last release, Adventures of Pip, was great, and I hoped …
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Review: Labyrinth City: Pierre the Maze Detective (Nintendo Switch)
8.5
3 years ago

Review: Labyrinth City: Pierre the Maze Detective (Nintendo Switch)

Based on a popular book series, Labyrinth City: Pierre the Maze Detective is a delight. While a maze title might be more niche, the visual presentation here makes this game …
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Review: Loopindex (Nintendo Switch)
4
3 years ago

Review: Loopindex (Nintendo Switch)

Loopindex is a cooperative title where you find yourself in control of a pair of robots. It’s not to be confused with Twin Robots: Ultimate Edition, also published by Rataliaka, …
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Review: Geminose: Animal Popstars (Nintendo Switch)
8
3 years ago

Review: Geminose: Animal Popstars (Nintendo Switch)

Released on the Nintendo Switch back in May, Geminose: Animal Popstars would be easy to overlook. It’s a motion-controlled game for kids, outside of the impulse purchase range for many. …
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