Morgan: Metal Detective Preview: Hunting For Life's Great Treasures
It would be the coolest thing ever to go metal detecting in your backyard and unexpectedly find something incredible. Uncovering a little bit of history right on your doorstep? You’d be a legend!
Peppered: an existential platformer Preview: Immortality Day
It's the 100th anniversary of Immortality Day, and unfortunately, it looks like the God of Death will return. The known hero, Theodore Glagolev, is a no-show, so you decide it's up to you to save the world by bringing a new life star and excruciating deaths
Crime or Punishment Preview: I Am the Law
Getting away with murder? Not exactly. More like, covering it up.
Wild Bastards Review: There's Room Enough for All Of Us Bastards
Wild Bastards is a unique spin on the roguelike genre. Each character brings their own personality and fun to the game and the gameplay itself is incredibly addicting, refreshing and smooth.
Crypt Custodian Review: Having the Time of Meow Afterlife
The metroidvania genre is a diverse and expansive place , but with such steep competition, it can be difficult to not only make an impression, but keep players interested and entertained. Thankfully, the indie space is full of titles like Kyle Thompson’s Crypt Custodian that is pushing through the metroidvania crowd and making big waves. Or should I say sweeping through the crowd.
Not For Broadcast DLC Timeloop is a Hilarious, Metaversal Adventure
No one said that presenting the news was an easy job, right? And definitely not when your hosts are a lemon and mango with googly eyes.
Mika and the Witch's Mountain Preview: A Witch's Work is Never Done
Mika and the Witch’s Mountain oozes charm when it comes to its characters, setting and overall gameplay concept. It is unfortunately let down by its lack of content. Much of what the team has accomplished is impressive, the game is truly beautiful, but I can’t help hoping that they’ll change their minds and allow players to discover more about Mount Gaun and the world they’ve created.
SteamWorld Heist II Review: Right Angled to Success
SteamWorld Heist II is a thrilling adventure from start to finish. With enticing turn-based combat, creative customizations for characters, and stellar soundtrack, every swashbuckling pirate will be singing a soulful sea chanty!
Thank Goodness You're Here Review: The Humor Slaps
Simply put, Coal Supper's Adventure Comedy Slapformer is always funny and a delight. Even though the game's gameplay can be too simple or lacking at times, the constant laughs and art mending both Adult Swim and Cartoon Network successfully carry the game's short 2-3 hour experience and ultimately do not disappoint.
Été Review: An Artist's Journey
Été, from Developer Impossible, is a cozy, painting game set in the beautiful city of Montréal. Play as an amateur painter who has recently moved house for the summer. Explore the city, create unique artworks and enjoy the summer sun.
Valley Peaks Review: Surpassing the Insurmountable
Valley Peaks is a special game that you think is over quickly, but keeps on going, and in doing so relays a very personal and important message to us all: Keep going
Broken Lens Review: Putting Together the Past
Broken Lens from Developer Team RUN is a cozy puzzle game where players must find the differences in each level in order to progress. It’s a simple concept and one that its team has truly perfected.
Dice & Fold Review: It's In the Cards...and the Dice
Dice & Fold is a really entertaining addition and one that I find myself continuously wanting to go back to. The Developers clearly listen to their players and are updating and fixing the game constantly and if things continue the way they’re going, with a few balance fixes, this title could stand proudly at the top of the genre.
Flock Review: Flying High and Clear
Flock is an enjoyable, meditative adventure that is the perfect dose of chill vibes. The five hour experience flew by and left me in the clouds next to the other fun creatures from this world.
Spilled! Preview: Living That Boat Life
I love the idea of living on a boat. Waking up every morning to the sound of the water and wildlife around you. That’s probably why I always jump at the chance to try out games that feature cute little boats like the one in Spilled!.
Grunn Preview: Never Trust a Garden Gnome
Grunn features a fantastically unique art style that adds both a playful and sinister quality to everything that happens. You’ll explore a scenic village, trim up the grass, destroy some things and ultimately, try not to die get your customer's garden in tip top shape!
SteamWorld Heist II is a Refreshing Turn-Based Sea Shanty // Summer Game Fest ‘24
SteamWorld Heist II is a refreshing turn-based sea shanty that shines through its simple yet impactful core gameplay decisions.
Lushfoil Nourished My Fear of Flying // Summer Game Fest ‘24
It may be a photography sim on paper, but for me, Lushfoil is a window into the wider world I’ve been missing out on all these years.
The Narrative Rhythm of Fear The Spotlight // Summer Game Fest ‘24
Through the narrative rhythm of Fear The Spotlight, developer Cozy Game Pals is carving out a refreshing experience within grunge horror genre.
Neva Preview: A Warm Embrace
As the studio’s second game, Neva continues from the foundations of their first game, Gris, and has elevated every aspect of the experience. Though clearly inspired by its predecessor, Neva stands on its own as one of the powerhouse games expected to release this year.