Casey Scheld's Reviews
Lyser takes a simple concept and adds a refreshing level of complexity to it. Though it takes a while for things to get going, this puzzle game is an entertaining, if short, way to tax your mind.
Coffee addicts might dig Cafe Crush's setting, but most visual novel fans will be turned off by its poor voice acting and uninspired dialog.
Kid's Safety With George Blessure had the bare minimum of effort put into its design. Its incredibly short runtime is already far too long for what it sets out to do.
River City Girls gives the beat-em-up genre a new lease on life with its solid combat, stellar spritework, and sprawling world. Those that can stomach some backtracking will find an adventure worthy of biffing a few baddies over.
Though Who Are You, Mr. Cooper? channels the spirit of the choose-your-own-adventure books from long ago, the end result is less than stellar. Its heavy reliance on luck and rote repetition lead to a somewhat rough execution.
Despite looking the part, Run Roll Rumble commits a number of cardinal sins that DQ it from making any sort of impact in the platform fighter space.
ERI might look like a simple platformer, but its genius lies in its simplicity. Finding the perfect trajectory is more fun than you'd expect it to be, and even though it's a short title, it is still worth a go for fans of the genre.
Where's Baby and its tug-of-war concept has merit, but this battle proves to be a little too one-sided. It just isn't fun cleaning up the mess of the critters, and the lack of balance ultimately takes away from the game.
BATTLLOON has got a great premise and even greater aesthetics, but its paltry list of options prevent it from really standing out.
GUIDE conveys the feeling of anxiety quite well, but it does so at the expense of gameplay. Those looking for a new take on this feeling may appreciate this title, but note that it comes with a dose of frustration as well.
Though Himno prides itself on its relaxed atmosphere, its lack of direction paired with its procedurally generated worlds fail to leave a lasting impression. As a result, it is only worth it for the most diehard of platforming fans.
Foreign Frugglers is a barebones package that just can't dethrone Space Invaders. The gameplay is inoffensive, but what is present here is nothing too out of the ordinary.
Tetris Effect is an absolute beauty, but the gameplay powering this audiovisual phenomenon is still the same old Tetris. Players won't be starved for options, but those hoping for something game-changing like Tetris 99 or Tetris: The Grand Master will feel somewhat empty.
Unsubscribed: The Game completely and utterly fails at everything it sets out to do. It fails at horror, it fails at gameplay, and it fails at entertaining the player in any sort of way.
D.H. Zombie Zone lacks the creative touches that have made more popular zombie shooters stand out. Fighting against the endless waves of the undead quickly proves to be a mindless affair, something that resembles its zombie horde.
Fur the Game's accurate physics engine and cute creatures make for a solid foundation, but these Furs make a quick exit. It serves as a great proof of concept, but don't be surprised if it leaves you wanting more.
Between its short length, poor platforming, and frustrating combat mechanics, Marvin the Hatter is a hard pass for even the most diehard of platforming fans.
Lethal League Blaze improves upon the original release in almost every way, offering up challenging gameplay that is both accessible and deep. The single player offerings might be a bit light, but those that bring a friend along will enjoy throwing down.
Packing retro aesthetics and just the right amount of challenge, Blazing Chrome is the best run-and-gun in years. Though it is a bit on the short side, it perfectly encapsulates the pure kinetic energy that put the genre on the map.
Muse Dash has solid rhythm mechanics buried beneath a serious grind. Those that don't mind a bit of repetition will enjoy their time, but get ready to pay your dues if you're looking to see everything.