Critical Reset
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I review games with honest, thoughtful takes. At Critical Reset, I share fresh perspectives on classics and new releases. Business inquiries: criticreset@gmail
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👋My goal with Critical Reset is to build a collective, a space that highlights individual reviewers, each with their own unique style and voice. We’re offering honest, semi in-depth video game reviews: a hub by reviewers, for reviewers. A true reset to the average media outlet!
"Update on Critical Reset"
December 19, 2025 at 4:17 PM
"Update on Critical Reset"
Really wait to this one but figured why not. Here is this months PS+ Essential Lineup.
They’re free from Nov 5 to Dec 1, so grab ’em while you can.
I went over all three in the new video, feel free to check it out when you get a minute: youtu.be/LV3om8p-0QY
They’re free from Nov 5 to Dec 1, so grab ’em while you can.
I went over all three in the new video, feel free to check it out when you get a minute: youtu.be/LV3om8p-0QY
This Month on PlayStation Plus | November 2025 Essential Lineup
YouTube video by Critical Reset
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November 14, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Really wait to this one but figured why not. Here is this months PS+ Essential Lineup.
They’re free from Nov 5 to Dec 1, so grab ’em while you can.
I went over all three in the new video, feel free to check it out when you get a minute: youtu.be/LV3om8p-0QY
They’re free from Nov 5 to Dec 1, so grab ’em while you can.
I went over all three in the new video, feel free to check it out when you get a minute: youtu.be/LV3om8p-0QY
A bit late to this one. But here are some games that are coming out this November 2025.
11/11 Possessor(s)
11/19 Demonschool
11/20 Kirby Air Riders
11/24 Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
Which ones have you already played and which are you looking forward to this month?
11/11 Possessor(s)
11/19 Demonschool
11/20 Kirby Air Riders
11/24 Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
Which ones have you already played and which are you looking forward to this month?
November 10, 2025 at 12:57 PM
A bit late to this one. But here are some games that are coming out this November 2025.
11/11 Possessor(s)
11/19 Demonschool
11/20 Kirby Air Riders
11/24 Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
Which ones have you already played and which are you looking forward to this month?
11/11 Possessor(s)
11/19 Demonschool
11/20 Kirby Air Riders
11/24 Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
Which ones have you already played and which are you looking forward to this month?
🎃Surprise Halloween drop 👻
Into the Pit might be the best FNAF game I’ve played since the original. It actually remembers what made the series scary! Atmosphere, tension, and simplicity, with the bonus of glorious pixel art!
Watch here: youtu.be/9Vt8P3GVqQY
Into the Pit might be the best FNAF game I’ve played since the original. It actually remembers what made the series scary! Atmosphere, tension, and simplicity, with the bonus of glorious pixel art!
Watch here: youtu.be/9Vt8P3GVqQY
Five Nights at Freddy's: Into The Pit | Modern Review
YouTube video by Critical Reset
youtu.be
October 31, 2025 at 10:25 PM
🎃Surprise Halloween drop 👻
Into the Pit might be the best FNAF game I’ve played since the original. It actually remembers what made the series scary! Atmosphere, tension, and simplicity, with the bonus of glorious pixel art!
Watch here: youtu.be/9Vt8P3GVqQY
Into the Pit might be the best FNAF game I’ve played since the original. It actually remembers what made the series scary! Atmosphere, tension, and simplicity, with the bonus of glorious pixel art!
Watch here: youtu.be/9Vt8P3GVqQY
Today is my birthday, I still find it unbelievable how far I’ve come. And how life has sent me for a ride I would’ve never had thought of nor ever forgot.
I’m so happy I’ve launched CR, spending time with family. We’ll play and continue to play, breath taking games.
Cheers!
I’m so happy I’ve launched CR, spending time with family. We’ll play and continue to play, breath taking games.
Cheers!
October 23, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Today is my birthday, I still find it unbelievable how far I’ve come. And how life has sent me for a ride I would’ve never had thought of nor ever forgot.
I’m so happy I’ve launched CR, spending time with family. We’ll play and continue to play, breath taking games.
Cheers!
I’m so happy I’ve launched CR, spending time with family. We’ll play and continue to play, breath taking games.
Cheers!
A world within worlds.
From the designer of Inside and Limbo, Cocoon transforms puzzle design into pure rhythm and motion.
My full review is live now on YouTube: youtu.be/xFiE7Eh1YEM
From the designer of Inside and Limbo, Cocoon transforms puzzle design into pure rhythm and motion.
My full review is live now on YouTube: youtu.be/xFiE7Eh1YEM
Cocoon | Modern Review
YouTube video by Critical Reset
youtu.be
October 21, 2025 at 11:45 PM
A world within worlds.
From the designer of Inside and Limbo, Cocoon transforms puzzle design into pure rhythm and motion.
My full review is live now on YouTube: youtu.be/xFiE7Eh1YEM
From the designer of Inside and Limbo, Cocoon transforms puzzle design into pure rhythm and motion.
My full review is live now on YouTube: youtu.be/xFiE7Eh1YEM
Question of the week!
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What's your favorite indie game? Comment below:
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What's your favorite indie game? Comment below:
October 13, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Question of the week!
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What's your favorite indie game? Comment below:
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What's your favorite indie game? Comment below:
Lord of Mysteries is peak!
Best season one finale I've ever seen for an anime/donghua.
Best season one finale I've ever seen for an anime/donghua.
October 12, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Lord of Mysteries is peak!
Best season one finale I've ever seen for an anime/donghua.
Best season one finale I've ever seen for an anime/donghua.
736k is such an insane figure for any one platform.
For the people who have played it. Would love to hear your guys takes on the new battlefield!
For the people who have played it. Would love to hear your guys takes on the new battlefield!
October 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM
736k is such an insane figure for any one platform.
For the people who have played it. Would love to hear your guys takes on the new battlefield!
For the people who have played it. Would love to hear your guys takes on the new battlefield!
Spent all day on this thumbnail template and I think I finally cracked it! The first one was a placeholder, but after building on it, I think I really got something here 👇
October 8, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Spent all day on this thumbnail template and I think I finally cracked it! The first one was a placeholder, but after building on it, I think I really got something here 👇
October’s PS Plus Essential lineup is live and every game’s a must-play!
✅ Alan Wake II
✅ Goat Simulator 3
✅ Cocoon
Available now: 10/07/2025 - 11/03/2025
Which one are you downloading first?
👉Watch here: youtu.be/rXidaxtosgo
#PSPlus #AlanWake2 #GoatSimulator3 #Cocoon
✅ Alan Wake II
✅ Goat Simulator 3
✅ Cocoon
Available now: 10/07/2025 - 11/03/2025
Which one are you downloading first?
👉Watch here: youtu.be/rXidaxtosgo
#PSPlus #AlanWake2 #GoatSimulator3 #Cocoon
October 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
October’s PS Plus Essential lineup is live and every game’s a must-play!
✅ Alan Wake II
✅ Goat Simulator 3
✅ Cocoon
Available now: 10/07/2025 - 11/03/2025
Which one are you downloading first?
👉Watch here: youtu.be/rXidaxtosgo
#PSPlus #AlanWake2 #GoatSimulator3 #Cocoon
✅ Alan Wake II
✅ Goat Simulator 3
✅ Cocoon
Available now: 10/07/2025 - 11/03/2025
Which one are you downloading first?
👉Watch here: youtu.be/rXidaxtosgo
#PSPlus #AlanWake2 #GoatSimulator3 #Cocoon
PlayStation really said, “celebrate 20 years of God of War" with a controller.
October 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
PlayStation really said, “celebrate 20 years of God of War" with a controller.
Achievement unlocked: First 100 views on a main video! Now if only they’d hit subscribe too 🎉🎃
October 6, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Achievement unlocked: First 100 views on a main video! Now if only they’d hit subscribe too 🎉🎃
Anyone missing Astro Bot?
October 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Anyone missing Astro Bot?
If you’d rather listen than watch, Critical Reset reviews are now on the go.
Starting off with Bayonetta’s Modern Review live now! open.spotify.com/show/2TaVoSr...
Starting off with Bayonetta’s Modern Review live now! open.spotify.com/show/2TaVoSr...
October 4, 2025 at 11:28 PM
If you’d rather listen than watch, Critical Reset reviews are now on the go.
Starting off with Bayonetta’s Modern Review live now! open.spotify.com/show/2TaVoSr...
Starting off with Bayonetta’s Modern Review live now! open.spotify.com/show/2TaVoSr...
"You Should Pick Up" Arctic Awakening.
It’s quiet, emotional, and hits harder than you’d expect.
New short’s up now
youtube.com/shorts/0C5vv...
#ArcticAwakening #IndieGames
It’s quiet, emotional, and hits harder than you’d expect.
New short’s up now
youtube.com/shorts/0C5vv...
#ArcticAwakening #IndieGames
You Should Pick Up: Arctic Awakening | Narrative Indie Game Spotlight
YouTube video by Critical Reset
youtube.com
October 4, 2025 at 5:49 PM
"You Should Pick Up" Arctic Awakening.
It’s quiet, emotional, and hits harder than you’d expect.
New short’s up now
youtube.com/shorts/0C5vv...
#ArcticAwakening #IndieGames
It’s quiet, emotional, and hits harder than you’d expect.
New short’s up now
youtube.com/shorts/0C5vv...
#ArcticAwakening #IndieGames
ArcticAwakening
is an emotional trip through the cold. My full review is up now! A bit late, but handled with care. I’d love to hear your thoughts, as this one really tugged at my heartstrings. youtu.be/U_ULw8F4kes
is an emotional trip through the cold. My full review is up now! A bit late, but handled with care. I’d love to hear your thoughts, as this one really tugged at my heartstrings. youtu.be/U_ULw8F4kes
Arctic Awakening | Release Review
YouTube video by Critical Reset
youtu.be
October 4, 2025 at 5:48 PM
ArcticAwakening
is an emotional trip through the cold. My full review is up now! A bit late, but handled with care. I’d love to hear your thoughts, as this one really tugged at my heartstrings. youtu.be/U_ULw8F4kes
is an emotional trip through the cold. My full review is up now! A bit late, but handled with care. I’d love to hear your thoughts, as this one really tugged at my heartstrings. youtu.be/U_ULw8F4kes
Going to start showing this to my friends the next time they tell me. "You should get Xbox game pass".
October 2, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Going to start showing this to my friends the next time they tell me. "You should get Xbox game pass".
This month is gamer heaven in October!
10/02 Ghost of Yōtei
10/03 Digimon Story: Time Stranger
10/08 Kingmakers
10/10 Little Nightmares III
10/17 Keeper
10/21 Ninja Gaiden 4
10/21 Jurassic World Evolution 3
10/22 Dispatch
10/30 Mina the Hollower
And so much more!
10/02 Ghost of Yōtei
10/03 Digimon Story: Time Stranger
10/08 Kingmakers
10/10 Little Nightmares III
10/17 Keeper
10/21 Ninja Gaiden 4
10/21 Jurassic World Evolution 3
10/22 Dispatch
10/30 Mina the Hollower
And so much more!
October 1, 2025 at 8:04 PM
This month is gamer heaven in October!
10/02 Ghost of Yōtei
10/03 Digimon Story: Time Stranger
10/08 Kingmakers
10/10 Little Nightmares III
10/17 Keeper
10/21 Ninja Gaiden 4
10/21 Jurassic World Evolution 3
10/22 Dispatch
10/30 Mina the Hollower
And so much more!
10/02 Ghost of Yōtei
10/03 Digimon Story: Time Stranger
10/08 Kingmakers
10/10 Little Nightmares III
10/17 Keeper
10/21 Ninja Gaiden 4
10/21 Jurassic World Evolution 3
10/22 Dispatch
10/30 Mina the Hollower
And so much more!
I've been super late on getting videos out. Too many things have gotten in the way but I promise they are coming. And one will be releasing this week.
Here's a look at the upcoming reviews for October.
Here's a look at the upcoming reviews for October.
September 30, 2025 at 3:49 PM
I've been super late on getting videos out. Too many things have gotten in the way but I promise they are coming. And one will be releasing this week.
Here's a look at the upcoming reviews for October.
Here's a look at the upcoming reviews for October.
Hellsing Ultimate is still one of the best and most underrated animes of all time.
September 28, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Hellsing Ultimate is still one of the best and most underrated animes of all time.
I feel like with the DLC announcement for Pokemon Legends Z-A has ruined my excitement for the game. I was praying that Mega's would come to nintendo switch more than anyone. But with starter pokemon mega stones being locked behind a subscription and $30 DLC, I would rather wait.
September 28, 2025 at 5:48 PM
I feel like with the DLC announcement for Pokemon Legends Z-A has ruined my excitement for the game. I was praying that Mega's would come to nintendo switch more than anyone. But with starter pokemon mega stones being locked behind a subscription and $30 DLC, I would rather wait.
👀As someone with 500 hours in both games combined. I can't, not, not get excited for Jurassic World Evolution 3!
September 28, 2025 at 5:09 AM
👀As someone with 500 hours in both games combined. I can't, not, not get excited for Jurassic World Evolution 3!
Here are my State of Play predictions I'm feeling lucky. #StateofPlay
- New God of War or classic collection
- Wolverine
- something with Gravity Rush
- update on Phantom Blade Zero
- Persona 6
- Playstation Movie trailer
- Until Dawn 2
- Expedition 33 DLC
- Kingdom hearts IV
- New God of War or classic collection
- Wolverine
- something with Gravity Rush
- update on Phantom Blade Zero
- Persona 6
- Playstation Movie trailer
- Until Dawn 2
- Expedition 33 DLC
- Kingdom hearts IV
September 24, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Here are my State of Play predictions I'm feeling lucky. #StateofPlay
- New God of War or classic collection
- Wolverine
- something with Gravity Rush
- update on Phantom Blade Zero
- Persona 6
- Playstation Movie trailer
- Until Dawn 2
- Expedition 33 DLC
- Kingdom hearts IV
- New God of War or classic collection
- Wolverine
- something with Gravity Rush
- update on Phantom Blade Zero
- Persona 6
- Playstation Movie trailer
- Until Dawn 2
- Expedition 33 DLC
- Kingdom hearts IV
Kicking off a new Shorts series on Critical Reset called You Should Pick Up. 🎮
Quick, bite sized spotlights on indie games that deserve more love, uploaded in between full reviews.
The first episode is on Artis Impact, a drawn RPG with diorama cube battles.
Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/xrtxU...
Quick, bite sized spotlights on indie games that deserve more love, uploaded in between full reviews.
The first episode is on Artis Impact, a drawn RPG with diorama cube battles.
Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/xrtxU...
You Should Pick Up: Artis Impact | Hand-Drawn Indie RPG Spotlight
YouTube video by Critical Reset
youtube.com
September 22, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Kicking off a new Shorts series on Critical Reset called You Should Pick Up. 🎮
Quick, bite sized spotlights on indie games that deserve more love, uploaded in between full reviews.
The first episode is on Artis Impact, a drawn RPG with diorama cube battles.
Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/xrtxU...
Quick, bite sized spotlights on indie games that deserve more love, uploaded in between full reviews.
The first episode is on Artis Impact, a drawn RPG with diorama cube battles.
Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/xrtxU...