Hunter’s Dream: A Conversation with Lilith Walther
From an “inside” joke to escaping the Hunter's Dream, Bloodborne Kart quickly shifted into a real video game courtesy of Lilith Walther. Not only is Walther working on one of the best modern day kart racers, but pulling back the curtain on it’s development as well.
Exclusive: Dire Vengeance Switch Version Announced
The challenging metroidvania will delight fans of 16-bit platformers and run-and-guns, but it’s also ready to captivate a new generation of gamers.
My Personal Gliding: A Sable Retrospective
Sable is a journey of self-discovery, as well as overcoming the fear and anxiety of new experiences. When approached at a critical moment in our own lives, the pilgrimage can be a self-reflective one.
Youropa Review: Won't Bring You Down
frecle’s unique puzzle game defies gravity with engaging puzzles and a killer traversal mechanic.
Tinykin Review: Tiny & Mighty
Tinykin is a great 3D-platformer that wonderfully encourages exploration through it’s charm, engaging traversal, and cute creatures.
Arcade Paradise Review: Satisfying Rinse And Repeat Nostalgia
Arcade Paradise is fun for management sim players, arcade cabinet lovers, or even new players. The sim management gameplay is simple and light, the cabinets are all fun with natural progression, and the 90s nostalgia, while only effective for some, is spot on.
Cursed to Golf Review: Par for the Course
Cursed to Golf is a good rogue-ish golf-like with an adorable art style and intriguing abilities. Though the repetitious levels in the beginning can offer a tarnished start-up, the enjoyment rises significantly as you putt on.
Mothmen 1966 Review: An Alluring Light
Mothmen 1966 is a point-and-click visual novel with spooky vibes and a crispy, smooth ‘80s home computer aesthetic. It’s an atmospheric kind of scary, but it can drop a chill down your neck when you least expect it.
Midnight Fight Express: Battery Ballet
Midnight Fight Express is best described in three words; fast, brutal, and satisfying. Even in our preview, Jacob Dzwinel’s brutal brawler is a high octane thrill ride from the second it starts.
Endling - Extinction is Forever Review: For Fox Sake
Endling is a heartbreaking, yet honest and necessary take on the human effect on natural habitats. The harrowing tale is masterfully paired with this fresh take on the survival genre, all which crafts a dime a dozen type of experience.
Coromon Review: Creature Feature
Coromon is a wonderfully fun monster-taming RPG that draws inspiration from the classic Pokemon series while carving its own path.
Stray Review: The Cat’s Pajamas
Stray is simply captivating. Between unmatched world building, outstanding aesthetic design, intuitive cat physics, and immersive gameplay, BlueTwelve Studio and Annapurna Interactive have crafted an engaging and awe-striking experience from start to finish.
Ten Promising Indies From Summer ‘22
An exuberant number of indies were announced during Hot Game Summer. While it‘s nearly impossible to keep it to ten, here are a handful of indies showcased in June that you should keep your eyes on.
Squish Review: Settle it in Squish
With it’s simple premise paired engaging gameplay, Squish holds the exact formula for a must-play party experience. However, while the chaotic couch multiplayer antics are top-notch, there’s little offered for solo players.
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge Review: Green Machine
Shredder’s Revenge is a new gold standard for the beat ‘em up genre, and by far the best of its class. Authentic, approachable, and an awe-striking presentational marvel; Tribute Games has crafted one of the most special arcade experiences in recent memory.
Freshly Frosted Review: Donut Stop Believing
Freshly Frosted is a challenging, yet uplifting puzzlescape of conveyor belts carrying your favorite pastry. With simple mechanics and a breath of accessibility options, Freshly Frosted is a delicious sleeper hit of the year.
Sunday Spotlight: Flat Kingdom: Paper’s Cut Edition
Flat Kingdom: Paper’s Cut Edition is an adorably realized game that draws obvious inspiration from the Paper Mario series. With a fun score, simple gameplay, and beautiful art style, it’s an easy recommendation for all.
Early Hours: Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising
With a repetitive gameplay loop and restrictive combat, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising may be a miss for those looking for a JRPG with substance. But as a gateway into the genre for new players, there is enough here to help crack open the door.
Opinion: PAX Doesn’t Need AAAs
With the lack of major publishers taking up prime real estate, the BCEC gave off a lighter energy with a clear focus. Despite the Megabooth-sized elephant in the room, PAX East ‘22 served as a fantastic proof of concept for the future of PAX events.
Elements: A Promising Adventure
The ambitious concepts behind Elements set the stage for a beautiful, compelling, and engaging co-op action-adventure experience.