Scott Hornell
It may not stick the landing but The Sinking City 2 delivers classic survival horror in spades. Intelligent level design, thoughtful puzzles, and a creepy atmosphere make Frogwares’ latest a worthwhile venture into Lovecraftian horror.
Mina the Hollower brings together a comprehensive collection of mechanical influences and visual styles to craft an engrossing, singular 8-bit adventure that delights as much as it innovates.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire takes its sweet time to get moving but stick with it and you’ll uncover an imaginative, visually-striking throwback shooter.
The climbing might be awkward, but there’s still so much to love in CAIRN besides. It felt like a true achievement to reach the summit of Mount Kami; not in spite of the janky controls but because of the stunning environments, satisfying survival-lite mechanics, and affecting story.