Rob Kershaw's Reviews
A potentially interesting entry marred by technical issues and stale environments.
A parallax scrolling edutainment title, heavy on interesting lore but light on engaging gameplay.
A charming and interesting puzzler, with a refreshingly accessible approach to level design.
A disappointing foray into sex horror which does nothing interesting with either genre.
A delightful point-and-click which avoids well-worn conspiracy tropes thanks to a talented cast and great writing.
A mash-up of genres whose flaws can be overlooked thanks to a huge dollop of charm.
A disappointing and buggy second chapter which sidelines much of what made the first episode enjoyable.
A beautifully animated story, held back only by mediocre puzzles and questionable design choices.
Polished and well-written but a little too familiar, Deadfire offers dozens of hours of RPG fun in a beloved setting.
A fresh, feisty and at times poignant return for Kratos make this by far the best entry to date, as well as a bold new foundation for the future of the series.
Bold, distinctive and flawed, Inked is nonetheless a worthy addition to your puzzle library.
A basic platform-puzzle game which confuses as often as it frustrates.
This War of Mine is possibly something many gamers *should* experience for a few hours, but would they enjoy any part of it? That’s a completely different question.
The Council provides some much needed zing to a stale genre. It has many issues, but there is plenty here to keep you intrigued about the next episode.
An ageless story, told in a unique and remarkable way. It may be short, but Gorogoa pushes the boundaries of puzzle design in all the right directions.
The Wandering Ben has delivered a riveting crime caper, revelling in the clichés of the period, but not beholden to them. If you enjoy mystery, noir or simply an atmosphere to get lost in for a few hours, A Case of Distrust is essential.
The first game's innovation may have dampened the shine, but as a sequel which improves and expands on the original, Q.U.B.E. 2 is a decent option for the casual puzzle gamer.
A stripped-down strategy game which will hook you in from the get-go, Into The Breach is another triumph from a tiny studio.
Samsara is the closest thing you’ll get to a yoga workout for the mind. It’s a thoughtful puzzle game which utilises a simple mirror mechanic throughout each of its seventy-plus levels, and the combined effect of a gentle learning curve and a soothing presentation is a brief, but charming experience.
Iconoclasts is a worthy puzzle platformer unlike anything you’ll have experienced before — a true labour of love.