Crow Country is a well written story survival-horror adventure that keeps you dig through the abandoned theme park for clues and missing objects while unravelling the story of Mr. Crow. It feels like a labor of love for old school genre classics and horror tropes. The PS1-era graphics add a lot of flavor to the mix as well.
The reward mechanics in "Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragon" might seem a bit convoluted, but its highly addictive Super KO and Crowd Control mechanics make it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. It is able to authentically tap into the nostalgia, while creating a completely original gameplay experience. With a sizable and distinctly diverse playable cast, attractive presentation, and intricate fighting mechanics, this game is one that genre fans can fully engage with while still being very accessible for casual gamers.
Tiny Thor might be a game that, if it receives a broader release and moves beyond the overcrowded Steam store to reach consoles as well, could become the next unexpected retro-inspired indie hit. Its platforming basics are well executed, visually imaginative, and simply unique with its hammer gimmick. Above all, in an overcrowded genre, the game excels in unadulterated fun.