If you go into Instant Sports 2 with an open heart to the good ol' days of lighthearted mini-game funfests then you'll share a lot of smiles with your chums as you paddle, pedal, putt, and punch your way to victory. đž
Disgaea Mayhem has plenty of nifty aspects going for it such as its cute and colourful visuals and familiar systems that are well incorporated in the new action formula. At the same time, the combat is just so simple and repetitive and I wish there was much more to it. đ§
Beast of Reincarnation has a lot going for it with its distinct game world, clever traversal abilities, and challenging combat that'll thoroughly test your ability to parry. With all of that in mind, I can't help but wonder... will we get a Koo plushie? đ
Whether you're in it for its challenging co-op campaign or exciting party match-ups, there's a ton of top-notch fun to be had in Heave Ho 2. đĒ
Carefully leaping up the super-tricky stages within Turnip Mountain provides a hearty challenge that's excellent fun in short bursts. â°ī¸
There's a lot to do in Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel and the mythological aesthetic is pitch-perfect for an arcade-like survival actionfest. đī¸
Blasting through the monsters that inhabit the roguelike mansion in Dead Estate is supremely enjoyable and you get a cool bonus game, too. đī¸
As a novelty retro experience, 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X offers some laughs but it's simply not that entertaining as a shoot 'em up. đ¤
Viral Reload EX can be an enjoyable shmup if you like the idea of mastering a series of bite-sized waves but it can also feel too fragmented. đĻ
With welcome enhancements, oodles of entertaining guest boss encounters, and incredibly fun core games, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 1+2 Dual Collection is a must for any fan of 2D action. âĄ
Denshattack! is an excellent indie funfest that'll keep you happily doing rails until the wee hours of the morning. đ
Although I wish it had a co-op mode and more variation in its campaign, I ended up having a lot of fun with River City Saga: Journey to the West and I'm definitely looking forward to new and improved roguelike Kunio-kun games. This is a solid start! đ
Gurei is tough to recommend to a wide audience but the specific folks who can appreciate its brutal challenge and unique structure will definitely love it a lot. Throw in striking visuals and some secrets scattered about and you have one memorable action-packed game. đĄī¸
Splatoon Raiders is such a fun action platformer that it's really hard to put down, especially as you keep unlocking new features and gadgets that make the incredibly entertaining combat even more personal and engaging. Plus, it's so stylish that you'll feel cool just for playing it. đĻ
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains is full of Star Wars flashiness and some truly innovative mechanics that really mix things up. At the same time, the random nature of its gameplay systems and team-based approach make it less fun than it could have been. đ˛
Moss: The Forgotten Relic contains 2 lovely adventures that are easy-breezy and memorable with gorgeous presentation and intuitive gameplay. With that being said, they're so much better in VR that these iterations are a substantial downgrade. đ
I had a lovely time with Teeto and easily recommend it to any 3D platformer enthusiast who's looking for an adorable take on the genre that feels undeniably old-school yet fresh and exciting at the same time. Hey, who the heck wouldn't want that? đ°
NAMCO LEGENDARY Mountains is such a wonderful tribute to a handful of arcade classics and it provides so much accessible entertainment that even if you're completely unfamiliar with video games, you can still have oodles of fun for hours of voxel-throwing shenanigans. đšī¸
Echoes of Aincrad is a charming game that has intuitive combat and rewarding character growth. Although its repetitiveness brings down the experience from time to time, I still couldn't help but want to keep playing so I could see where my chums would end up next. đ
There's a lot of fun to be had with HYPERWIRED's intricate mix of gameplay mechanics that makes its twin-stick shooting core gameplay blend with a constant juggling act in a very unique way. It takes a while for everything to click but once it does, you'll have a good time. đ