Light Novel Review - Full Metal Panic! Vol 1: Fighting Boy Meets Girl

Name - Full Metal Panic! Vol 1: Fighting Boy Meets Girl
Published by - J-Novel Club
Written by - Shouji Gatou
Visual Art by - Shikidouji
Translated by - Elizabeth Ellis

I wasn't expecting much when I started reading this series, just thought of trying out one of the old-school fan favorite light novels from the 90's as it started getting re-released. What I got was a unique young adult sci-fi experience, that had an engaging story, enjoyable humor and an interesting protagonist. Although it would have been better if the female main character hadn't been so unoriginal, the overall enjoyment shines through this and some other minor flaws.

Manga Review - Fire Force Vol. 1

Manga Name : Fire Force (Volume One)   
Author: Atsushi Ohkubo (Story & Art)  
Original Serialization: Shounen Magazine (Weekly)
English Publisher : Kodansha Comics
Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Shounen

It might be due to my high expectations coming into this, but I didn't find the first volume of 'Fire Force' anything spectacularly above average. While this might not present a setting typical to battle shounens, it does seem to be drifting in that direction judging from the overall plot progression. The overly generic characters also didn't add much to the overall charm.

Android Game Review - The King of Fighters All Star

Game Name - The King of Fighters All Star
Publisher - SNK
Developer - Netmarble Games
Platform - Android, iOS
Genre - Beat 'em up, role-playing game

It has only been more than a month that Kof All Star was released globally and it is way better than I expected. The beat-em-up action rpg experience with character acquiring elements never give you a dull moment. And for any veteran King of fighters fan it is a treasure trove of nostalgia with replaying the story bits and the vast cast of characters, while new events and crossovers with other franchises keep casual players entertained.