A.J. Maciejewski
In its current state, Torchlight III is a step down from its predecessor with its less rewarding gameplay and odd mishaps.
As far as RPGs go, Ikenfell is one impressive adventure with unconventional yet rewarding combat set in a lighthearted world.
Although Tears of Avia features lovely art, serviceable gameplay, and fun skills, it's such a mess of a game that it's difficult to thoroughly enjoy, especially when you reach its insane difficulty spikes.
Even though I enjoyed my time with Projection: First Light's clever 2D platforming, there's no denying just how flimsy it can be at times.
There aren't many VR stealth games so game devs can learn a lot from Budget Cuts' thrilling gameplay. Plus, its humour is a treat.
If you enjoy Metroidvanias set on strange planets that feature a variety of exciting scenarios then you'll love MindSeize.
Juiced! is a wonderfully enjoyable 2D platformer that'll take you back to the '90s with its goofy world and tight gameplay.
Flipon carries on the awesome Panel de Pon's legacy in an impressively genuine way while offering its own unique style and feel.
It may not be quite as fun as Taito's classic Tube-It but Powertris still offers some solid and challenging score-chasing puzzle gameplay.
Mastering Ellipsis' tricky stages can require a great deal of skill and patience so it makes for a rather rewarding formula.
It certainly doesn't break out of the tower defense mold but Battle of Kings is an enjoyable and fast-paced strategic experience.
Although Alpaca Ball: Allstars can be a lot of fun, its strange controls make the gameplay feel more random than skill-based.
Few party games offer as much to the genre as Cake Bash does with its downright delightful aesthetic and highly enjoyable gameplay.
Unrailed! is an ingenious indie that really shines when you play it with a friend so hop aboard and see where this train takes you.
If you're a fan of twin-stick shooters and want to enjoy something different then playing Bartlow's Dread Machine is an absolute must.
I love when indies impress me and Jet Set Knights certainly has with its action-packed 2D gameplay that lends itself well to co-op.
Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?! is the sort of game that you'll keep coming back to whenever you want a fix of frantic multiplayer fun.
Undead Darlings is a gem of a dungeon crawler so if you enjoy exploring grid-based maps and fighting hilariously quirky monsters then you'll love what it has to offer. Throw in a charmingly lighthearted story and you're left with one memorable zombie-filled adventure.
Rebel Galaxy Outlaw will make you feel like a bonafide space cowboy with its fantastic mesh of gameplay elements and memorable cast of characters. Just make sure you're willing to put a lot of effort into learning how to play it before you take the plunge into space.
It's mind-blowing that Herzog Zwei released over 3 decades ago as it holds up as an incredible real-time strategy game and playing it made me wish there was a modern remake that smoothed out its more dated aspects. I look forward to the announcement, Sega!