A.J. Maciejewski
It may not give a good first impression but once you start to learn strategies and achieve higher and higher scores, Quantum: Recharged quickly turns into one of the most rewarding and enjoyable arcade-style games that you'll ever play.
EVERSPACE 2 looks and plays amazingly with its intuitive and satisfying space combat and exploration. Even though it gets repetitive after a while, what's here still adds up to a special game that you'll gladly take off to the outer reaches of space for.
Moving Out 2 made me a happy bear thanks to its comfort food co-op gameplay with more variety than ever. Plus, you can play as a cob of corn and that's like totes shway. So, if you and your chums need to move a couch together then play this instead; it's more fun.
Playing Unidentified Falling Objects made me very happy, especially with its unique gameplay that'll really put your skills to the test.
Although Adore presents a promising formula and solid first impression, its campaign becomes all too predictable earlier than you'd think.
I'm delighted that Marble It Up! Ultra continues the trend that its predecessors set as it's one super-fun formula that'll keep you hooked.
From a humble start to developing a massive network of automated islands, Nova Lands is one of the most rewarding games of its kind.
Zombie Soup is full of highs and lows with its boss fights being the highlights and low points resulting in tedium and frustration.
Tiny Thor may be a tough game at times but its formula remains a rewarding one complete with awesomely-designed stages, a health system that's reminiscent of Yoshi's Island, and oodles of satisfying collectibles that are cleverly hidden throughout.
Patrick's Parabox is a mind-blowing puzzler that any fan of the genre will love, especially if you're looking for something out of the ordinary.
I can easily say that Cramped Room of Death is up there with the very cleverest puzzlers and it's a heck of a lot of fun so check it out!
As far as co-op games go, PixelJunk Scrappers Deluxe is a thoroughly enjoyable title that's jam-packed with variety and nifty mini-games.
Venba is a short, impactful, and beautifully presented look into the lives of an immigrant family that'll likely stay with you for a long time.
It's definitely a unique and entertaining puzzle game yet Side Decide doesn't quite have the staying power that I was hoping it would.
I enjoyed my time with Ducky's Delivery Service so if you want a unique arcade-style game then you may find yourself having fun with it.
It may not live up to the Illusion titles for Sega Genesis but what's here is good stuff nonetheless as Disney Illusion Island presents a wondrous game world that can be rather enjoyable to explore. Just don't expect much variety or any sense of challenge.
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is a solid successor to one of the most iconic beat 'em up series out there. If you're up for some brawling fun with an interesting roguelike structure then definitely give it a go but watch out for those TNT blasts.
Anyone who digs challenging 2D action games will have a blast with Gravity Circuit so this is one indie that I highly recommend.
I had way more fun with Mr. Run and Jump than I thought I would as its puzzle-like approach to stringing together jumps is impressive.
Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes: Definitive Edition is simply a fantastic adventure that any puzzle game fan should go on.