Reviews

Arkanoid – Eternal Battle is the latest in the quintessential block-breaker series,  but is it the greatest? Nope, although it is still fun.

The titular Eternal Battle is the primary …
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JRPG fans have had their eye on Chained Echoes for quite some time now, and the pixel-perfect game has finally come into view. The game will be released digitally on December 8th, followed by a goody-packed physical release in summer 2023.
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You remember that one scene in the original Jurassic Park, where the two kids needed to hide from the velociraptors in the kitchen? The cat-and-mouse nature of needing to move …
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Halloween may be over, but do you think the residents of Yuzu’s hometown have their Christmas decorations out already? They do not. Rather, the town is plagued by ghosts and monsters…and that may include Yuzu herself.
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The Battle of Polytopia is a turn-based strategy game. Maybe you’ve heard of it? It debuted on iOS devices in 2016, followed by Android devices later that year, and eventually …
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I love word games. I’m a Scrabble aficionado; same with Scattergories. And I’ve been obsessed with Wordle for most of 2022. So naturally, I was looking forward to the anagram …
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Beeny is a sitcom-length 2D platformer, but one that’s only 99 cents. At that budget price, there’s nothing to lose by grabbing it. It’s pretty good for what it is. …
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As the name implies, Let’s Build a Zoo is a management simulation game in which you own a zoo. Your main goal is to create a fun environment for your customers while keeping things safe for your animals, but who says you need to do that legally?
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On paper, Undungeon is right up my alley; an action RPG set in a sci-fi world with gorgeous-looking pixel art. However, the convoluted story, the overly complicated combat system, and …
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“I’ve got blisters on my fingers!”

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival is the latest game in the 20-year music-rhythm series. While mainly known to Japanese players, there have been titles …
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Potion Permit is a role-playing adventure game developed by MassHive Media and published by PQube. It packs everything you need in a cozy title. Between foraging, curing residents of the …
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Well, this is awkward. I love Mario Kart. I also love Nickelodeon’s shows, especially SpongeBob Squarepants. A combination of the two should be a perfect match. Although there’s fun to …
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Imagine you wake up in a world where the sun has vanished. An unfamiliar, cold, dreary place with very few inhabitants or life. This is the world of …
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LEGO Bricktales for the Nintendo Switch is the latest in a long line of LEGO games. But wait, there’s something different with this one. This isn’t the typical stud-collecting, cut-scene …
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Since the nerd of the group got a signal de-scrambler, Vinny, Nick, and Tony should be able to watch some “interesting” programs. Too bad they’re all grounded. Sneaking around a bit to watch some TV with your friends sounds good—what could possibly go wrong?
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Murder on the Marine Express is another visual novel in an increasingly growing field on the Nintendo Switch. I’ve reviewed several titles in this genre, one that continues to intrigue …
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I think it’s time to drop the word “retro” from the gaming industry. There are so many “retro” games available now that they’re actually just…games. You need look no further than KEMCO for evidence of this, as with their latest JRPG for Nintendo Switch: Fairy Elements.
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One of my favorite games will always be Hotline Miami. In my opinion, the high-octane, adrenaline-pumping pure chaos of gunning, punching, and stabbing down enemies coupled with ultra-smooth and satisfying …
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