For fans of the Tolkien universe, or who just love well-made action titles that put up a challenge and play incredibly well, this and its sequel are well worth a look
As a fan of dice-based games and roguelikes of various kinds, this has some appeal, but I’ll admit it’s also in the zone of games where I can be successful, but don’t always know why
There’s something to be said for the effort to mix roguelike elements into an old-school first-person shooter, but in the end Moros Protocol doesn’t feel like it lives up to its potential
While very pleasant, and generally feeling pretty distinct with its mix of exploration and puzzle-solving, the somewhat loose controls and some quirks keep it from being better
Having only played the more modern incarnations of the franchise, it’s wild to appreciate its origins and how far it has come, but that also makes going back tougher to recommend outside of nostalgia
Much like the original, this more morbid take on a life sim has its quirks, and can feel grindy, but stays entertaining with its unique approach and sense of humor
Another terrific collection of puzzles, and it continues the legacy of what has come before it, but released the same day as its predecessor on Switch which to choose is a toss up
Undoubtedly one of the more unusual games I’ve played running this site, it may have some appeal for the right crowd, but it definitely will take patience to see everything it has to offer
The follow-up to the charming picture-taking original doesn’t deviate much from the original formula, but still delivers a wholesome and satisfying journey
Managing to channel the old-school sensibilities of Golden Axe and some other arcade classics, it may be lacking in length and overall depth, but is fun while it lasts
While far from perfect, and the variety comes up a bit lacking in length and depth due in part to its mini game-oriented style, it’s still has a refreshing approach
While the warping mechanic at least adds a little more interest, this budget platformer still lacks the oomph to make it more competitive with its peers
While there may be some mileage here for die hard Walking Dead fans, newcomers may feel a bit lost, and the gameplay can have a tendency to get tedious at times
While in general I don’t tend to be a fan of anything that appears to be striving to be Souls-like, this more simplified take should have appeal to gamers looking for a challenge
Given that as a kid I remember playing the likes of Madcap Marathon with friends, this puzzler has a great nostalgic quality and provides a healthy challenge to your planning and reflexes
Breaking from the normal world sim goals of building up civilizations or tearing them down, instead focusing on rebuilding the environment, it has some merit but also flaws
The game’s mix of platforming and some puzzling around which color moods you’ll be using at any given time help make it more unique, but its floatier-than-normal controls hold it back a bit
While there’s fun to be had in its more chaotic moments of destruction, the attempts to give it more structure and story beats feel like they bog it down
While its construction and play are relatively simple, cozy, and satisfying, I also appreciate some smart design that shows an earnest effort on the part of the developers
For LEGO fanatics and lovers of all things Batman, this is a strange but entertaining amalgam of Batmans from every form of media and generation brought to life
The addition of some poker-based flavor to this roguelike deckbuilder at least helps it distinguish itself in a crowded space, but it also lacks some refinement
A somewhat casual hidden object-type game where you interact with everything via shots from your sniper rifle? How very American, weird, and somewhat entertaining…
The concept of a very Gauntlet-esque action game you can enjoy with friends involving musicians is novel, but the gameplay itself simply doesn’t hold up
Obviously refusing to take itself terribly seriously, this pretty basic oddball physics action puzzler can be fun, but doesn’t have too much variety to offer
While you can respect its throwback mentality and style, what doesn’t feel quite generic and ordinary has a tendency to feel cheap and poorly-conceived
It’s always nice to see a different take on deck-based strategy gaming, and The Royal Writ manages to have a style all its own, but even as a roguelike fan this can be a bit too aggravating at times
While it may be purr-fect for cozy casual gamers looking to track down every stray kitty hidden in the environment, it really has no fur-ther ambitions
While it’s nice to see the essence of the classic TMNT arcade maintained and reimagined to a degree with the look of the modern series, it doesn’t do anything to exceed expectations either
Once again I’ve found myself taking a deep dive into a game involving a well-known and beloved franchise I have no background in, simply strapping myself in for the ride and hoping for the best
A decidedly odd roguelike take on tactical strategy that has personality and humor to burn, as well as what can seem like never-ending surprises if you stick with it
