A.J. Maciejewski
Super Mutant Alien Assault is a fun retro 2D shooter that's a blast to play with a friend.
Complaints aside, Adventures of Mana manages to retain what made the classic Game Boy game special while offering a fresh coat of paint that makes it feel right at home in the modern age.
Energy Hook is an incredibly unique game bursting with hectic stunt-based gameplay that you can experience however you like.
Castles is an enjoyable little puzzler with a cute presentation, easy to understand gameplay, and a variety of fun modes.
Although I enjoyed Lost Sea quite a lot due to its relaxing exploration and rewarding gameplay, its glaring problems get in the way of it being a great game.
When it comes to challenging combat, you can't get much better than Furi.
With so many roguelike twin stick shooters out there, Full Mojo Rampage offers something unique enough to check out.
Pac-Man 256 is a solid attempt at modernizing one of the most iconic arcade experiences in gaming history.
Although The Technomancer is full of promise and seems like a pretty cool game at first, it all falls apart when you actually play it.
If you're looking for a fun-filled retro-style 3D arena brawler then you need to download Heart&Slash.
Kung-Fu for Kinect is a silly game.
Mighty No. 9 is an enjoyable 2D action game that carries on the spirit of Mega Man quite well.
Grand Kingdom is definitely a must-buy game for anyone looking for a new kind of strategy RPG.
Trials of the Blood Dragon may be a rather disappointing experiment but there's still a lot of fun to be had in its relentlessly unhinged world.
Kirby: Planet Robobot is a fantastic entry in one of Nintendo's most beloved series.
Guilty Gear Xrd: Revelator may not be a huge step up from Sign but it does enough to make it a must-own 2D fighter.
Complaints aside, SteamWorld Heist is a must-buy title for anyone looking for an enjoyable strategy game set in an endearing world.
In the end, Fenix Furia may have its problems but it's still a worthwhile experience for those who just can't get enough 2D punishment.
Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book marks the beginning of a new chapter in the series.
In Between is definitely a solid effort at providing players with a riveting story.