Reviews

Originally released for the Nintendo DS in 2009, Rune Factory 3 is back for the Switch with more to offer. Is Micah’s journey worth the special trip?
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I’d never played any of the games in Taito Milestones 2, or at least I don’t recall playing them. How many would become new retro favorites? Not a lot, it ends up, but there certainly are some pleasant surprises.
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Sequels can be tricky. They can go either way by striving for something fresh or falling back on old habits, for better or worse. Moving Out 2—the follow-up to the …
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If you’re looking for a new farming sim to play, Everdream Valley might be exactly what you need. Taking notes from games like Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley, …
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A point-and-click interactive story that genuinely makes you think about the choices you make, The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood challenges you to consider deep existential ideas. Through the story of an …
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I don’t think I’m alone in wondering this question: “Can I ever experience, even in a virtual form, what it must be like to take on the task of breaking down a sailing vessel to its recyclable components? Do I dare to dream?”
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This isn’t so much a review of Pikmin 4; it’s an appreciation. A celebration. Reviews have been out for a month now, so this is more about us joining the victory party than helping you determine whether to give Pikmin 4 a try (you absolutely should, by the way).
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I played Might & Magic – Clash of Heroes on iOS a decade ago, but didn’t finish it. That was my mistake, but it’s now been corrected thanks to the Definitive Version for Nintendo Switch, of which I loved every minute. Well, nearly every minute. The majority of minutes, anyway.
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This Way Madness Lies is a retro-inspired title that combines JRPG elements with a Shakespearean narrative. It may sound like an odd pairing, but whether you’re a budding thespian with …
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With a lesser game, I might’ve eventually given up on it. But there are enough rewards in Cross Tails to push you through. It certainly helps that the intricate party preparation and tricky battles of this tactical JRPG are rewarding to overcome.
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Onigo Hunter left me with some early questions. What are these Onigos exactly? And why am I hunting them? These monsters reside in the ancient ruins that hunters explore in …
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In Brain Show, you compete against your friends and/or family in a game full of trivia, betrayal, comedy, and fun. With a classic TV-style presentation, this game creates a fun environment for competitive people, especially when it comes to random knowledge.
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Super Dinoblasters is a cute indie platformer that follows the adventures of a space ranger on a rescue mission. With visuals and other elements that throw back to the heyday …
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Have you ever had a roommate you never had to see or interact with? If this sounds like fun, we have a game for you. Welcome to the tale of Frank and Drake. While I have a few grievances with this title, there is still much to appreciate.
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Cute and cosy, Smushi Come Home is set in the undergrowth of a soft fantasy world. You play as a tiny, sentient mushroom, beginning the game on the little island …
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In Fall of Porcupine, you play as a junior doctor, Finley. He’s an anthropomorphic pigeon who recently moved into the charming little town of Porcupine to work at St. Ursula’s …
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Flutter Away is a cute game that allows you to engage with the calmness and excitement of nature—specifically the rainforest. You spend five days in the rainforest, and you need to find three new butterfly species a day. But what’s up with that capybara?
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Road Builder is a puzzle game where you build roads and manage traffic. Developed and published by Ultimate Games, this title is an interesting take on traffic simulations. However, while …
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