Casey Scheld's Reviews
Atomic Adam: Episode 1 is a generic beat-em-up that can safely be passed up. The lack of strategy, bland aesthetics, game-breaking bugs, and questionable design don't make a compelling case for a second episode.
Van Darkholme deserves better than his portrayal in Deep Dark Fight. This is a sloppy excuse for a game, and the broken physics will make you curse more than Van himself.
Ski Hard: Lorsbruck 1978's brass tacks approach to skiing is both a blessing and a curse. It's focus on speed and the best time is welcome, but the floaty controls and wonky camera make it far more difficult than it has any right to be.
Drift Zone's concept is basic enough as it is, but the broken physics and repetitive nature make it an exercise in patience. Fans of arcade racers are better off playing one of the classics.
Vulture Strike has an interesting concept with its parallel worlds, but its execution is downright sloppy. The lackluster presentation and lack of care that went into its design make it a huge disappointment.
Skipper can be a frustrating game, but it can also be a rewarding one. It does not have the replayability of some of the genre's greats, but what is here is worth the asking price.
Thy Sword feels more like a follower than a leader in the fantasy game and roguelike space. It does not do anything bad, but it does not do anything out of the ordinary either.
Sonic Forces is a rush job that lacks the charm and attention to detail found in the blue blur's better titles. Don't bother looking for a solid platformer here – the fact that the developers didn't care means that you shouldn't either.
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[st] is a flashy fighter that is a welcome addition to the fighting game community. It's not the deepest game around, but its unique mechanics and anime stylings will appeal to both novice fighters and seasoned vets.
Q-YO Blaster has got its heart in the right place, but it doesn't quite have the follow-through to stand out amongst the greats. It's art style is both its greatest strength and biggest weakness, and it's short length means it doesn't really have much staying power.
It's easy to get lost in the score-based challenges Gunlock has to offer. It's not the meatiest title around, but its tight platforming mechanics and tough-but-fair challenge will appeal to platforming fans looking for their next fix.
Rym 9000 is the coolest shmup you'll play this year. The game provides some serious challenge, but it always plays fair and is a treat to master.
Dragon Ball FighterZ's rock-solid fighting engine is both accessible and deep at the same time. The paltry selection of modes and repetitive Story Mode somewhat take away from the game, but this is one fighter worthy of any Saiyan warrior.
The absolute bare minimum of effort was put into Sigi – A Fart of Melusina. The game is uninspired, and there are countless other platformers that would be a better use of your time.
Though it may not be the deepest game around, Madcap Castle's puzzle platforming action was designed with care. Players looking for something different will appreciate finding their way to the top, but don't be surprised if the game is over before you know it.
Kimulator 2: The Bottle Flip Master is not "so bad it's good" – it's just a bad game overall. Those looking for a cheesy experience are better off watching any of the terrible movies out on the market today.
Coming of age stories usually have you liking characters more as the plot progresses, but players will be eager to wrap up Life is Strange: Before the Storm sooner rather than later. The poor pacing, unlikeable characters, and plodding interactive elements end this season on a low note.
Z-End tries to cash in on the success of Telltale's The Walking Dead, but fails on almost every account. The rough translation, continuity errors, and lack of effort are all apparent.
Super Dungeon Boy wears its inspiration on its sleeve, but it does not manage to do anything out of the ordinary. It is a challenging game, sure, but it quickly veers into frustrating territory on more than one occasion.
There's no denying that Polyball is rough around the edges, but this game has got spirit. Those that can overcome the fidgety controls and basic presentation will experience something reminiscent of the Monkey Balls and Marble Madnesses of the world.