Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review: Spirited Away
Mashing up the simplicity of early 2000s action platformers with a new scope and surprising quality, Ember Lab’s debut title absolutely wows with its astonishing visuals and engaging combat.
Six Fantastic Indies From PAX West 2021
Over the course of PAX West’s four days, Harry was able to play and see dozens of games. But once the show floor closed, there were six games in particular that kept him wanting more.
Cruis’n Blast Review: Burnt Out
Cruis’n Blast is simultaneously a shallow yet overbearing iteration of the beloved franchise that struggles to keep up in the genre. It may be a fun thrill for 50 seconds at your local Dave and Busters, but with a seemingly careless port not tailored for consoles, this is one ride we cannot recommend.
TOEM Review: Look At This Photograph
With its lens on the power of connections and photography, TOEM: A Photo Adventure is a delightful snapshot filled with vibrant and imaginative characters, a wonderful score, and a stunning aesthetic.
Nowhere Prophet is a Challenging Card-Based Roguelike to Sink Your Teeth Into
From Sharkbomb Studios comes Nowhere Prophet, a tough deck building roguelite with a killer post-apocalyptic world and fantastic gameplay mechanics.
Kraken Academy!! Preview
If you’re looking for a chaotic, comedic narrative with utterly delightful and lovable characters, then Kraken Academy is a game that comes with an easy recommendation.
The Big Con Review: Heist With Heart
Encapsulating a coming of age journey wrapped within this nostalgic petty crime dramedy, developer Mighty Yell not only finds utter success in the narrative adventure space, but also as a delightful 90s fever dream. Call the cops, cause The Big Con stole my heart.
Tender: Creature Comforts - Build New Relationships on a Strange Planet
Find love that is out of this world in Tender: Creature Comforts, a narrative-driven game where you are swiping left and right for potential relationships within this new app that you downloaded.
A History of Housemarque Part III: The Road To Returnal
Following the battle royal trend, Housemarque’s first step into the arcade afterlife was a concerning one. But a quick misstep would inevitably lead them into what has become quite the Cinderella story for an indie studio.
Golf Club: Wasteland Review: Hole In One
With its stylistically stunning yet dark commentary on our reality paired with a downright fun golfing game, Demagog Studios delivered a subtle, heavy, and well-crafted hole in one with Golf Club: Wasteland.
A History of Housemarque Part II: The Rise & Death of Arcade
The 2010s saw Housemarque rise into becoming a household name delivering back-to-back exceptional arcade experiences, only to close out the decade proclaiming the death of that very genre.
A History of Housemarque Part I: The House That Arcade Built
One indie studio rose as the kings of arcade, setting them on a path that would eventually lead them into the first party AAA spotlight. In the first of this three part history, we dive into the humble beginnings of Finland’s own Housemarque.
Knights of San Francisco is a Dungeons & Dragons-like Text-based Adventure
Knights of San Francisco by Raindead is an incredible text-based adventure on mobile devices that explores a strange and dystopian world, with dabs of mysticism for good measure.
Twelve Minutes Review: A Stitch In Time
Twelve Minutes is something entirely unique in the gaming space. The cogs all turn in unison and compliment each other throughout delivering an intricate narrative bustling with superbly acted and written characters. But then there’s the ending…
Five Must Play Indies From Play NYC 2021
With over 65 independent studios represented on the show floor, the New York City indie scene made a strong statement at Play NYC this year. But, there were five particular upcoming games that we fell head over heels for.
Fire Tonight Review: A Quick Ember
Fire Tonight chronicles a couple’s journey to reconnect with each other while the city arounds them burns up. Though Devin and Maya’s story is simple, unfortunately the gameplay and mechanics don’t rise above serviceable.
Button City Review: Fasten Your Buttons
Button City is a charming narrative adventure game that focuses on a small community of vibrant characters to explore and meet. With a delightful story, dynamic aesthetic, and adequate mechanics, developer Subliminal has created a fun and heartwarming encounter.
Eldest Souls Preview
Fallen Flag’s debut is a love-letter to FromSoftware’s beloved Souls franchise. Engaging combat and a fascinating RPG system pair for an intriguing genre blend, but do the complex systems in place get in the way of an enthralling boss rush adventure?
Trigger Witch Review: A Tainted Fruit
Trigger Witch is a fantastic mash-up of Hotline Miami meets classic Legend of Zelda gameplay. But unfortunately, the overarching themes and messaging regarding gun control left us uneasy, leaving us unable to recommend.
Last Stop Review: Just One More Chapter
Last Stop’s compelling and digestible plot, not without its faults, lands on its feet and ultimately overshadows what it lacks in gameplay. The narrative will constantly have you pleading for more, telling yourself “just one more chapter.”