Reviews

Cat Maze is part platformer, part RPG. It’s an exploratory adventure full of hidden pathways, strange enemies, and cute animals who help along the way. Although it appears simple at …
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Gerda: A Flame in Winter is an interactive visual novel for the Nintendo Switch. Coupled with simple RPG elements and set in World War II, it tells the tale of …
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River City Saga: Three Kingdoms is a side-scrolling beat ‘em up set in ancient China. It’s a throwback to the classic beat ‘em ups of yesteryear, featuring characters from previous …
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Dyna Bomb 2 is an action platformer for the Nintendo Switch. I’d never heard of the series, and, I’ll admit, I was initially skeptical of its quality after viewing the …
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One of the best things about reviewing indie games, you’re introduced to interesting games that otherwise wouldn’t have been on your radar. That is the case with Kokoro Clover: Season …
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How do I put this? Cult of the Lamb is a different game. It involves the creation of an actual cult of followers led by a sacrificial lamb. It couples …
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Pure Crosswords is a puzzle game for the Nintendo Switch that boasts the subtitle “The best crossword puzzle word game ever”. It’s an ambitious statement, and I’d be lying if …
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Bassmaster Fishing 2022 is—you guessed it—a fishing game. But it’s not just any fishing game. This title is based on the hugely popular Bassmaster tournament, a highly competitive series performed …
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F.I.S.T. is the latest in what feels like the forever-growing list of metroidvania games. Fortunately, where so many games come out and disappoint in this genre, F.I.S.T. sticks the landing …
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Logic Pic is a picross puzzle game for the Nintendo Switch. These fun puzzles—also known as nonograms—may have been around awhile, but this little title does its best to create …
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It’s been four long months since the first wave of DLC came to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. After much speculation (and a little impatient moaning), fans have finally been treated …
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If you’re a fan of old-school Contra, Spidersaurs will be right up your alley. This run ‘n’ gun title takes the formula of Contra and adds some flair to make …
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The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based strategy game published by the team at Versus Evil. If the name “Merlin” sounds familiar, that’s because this title is based on the …
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Long Live the Queen is described as an adventure-simulation game, but it’s actually so much more. It’s part visual novel, part point-and-click, and all strategy. This intriguing title has a …
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Cloud Gardens is a puzzle game set after an apocalypse. Unlike most games set after an apocalypse, Cloud Gardens doesn’t rely on zombies, monsters or how awful humanity is but …
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Cowabunga, dudes! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge has arrived to bring its retro-inspired style to a Nintendo Switch near you. Announced in March 2021, this highly anticipated title sets …
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Lila’s Sky Ark is a puzzle-adventure game for the Nintendo Switch. If you like your gaming a little on the quirky side, you’ll feel right at home. This little indie …
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I would have been broke if Galacticon was in the arcades when I was a teen. The game is addictive, well-executed, and much more profound than most arcade-style games. And …
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