A.J. Maciejewski
Few games offer as much variety as Dustoff Z and its tight gameplay and rewarding progression systems make it one enjoyable indie.
Onee Chanbara Origin marks the welcome return of zombie-slaying bikini samurai action. With its crazy B movie premise and absurd amount of violence, it delivers a ridiculous formula that will appeal to any gamer who doesn't take things too seriously.
Transformers: Battlegrounds is an excellent SRPG for fans of the franchise. Although genre veterans may find it to be a bit too simplistic, it's still a solid and rewarding experience that anyone can enjoy, especially genre beginners.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV is an awe-inspiring love letter to loyal fans of the franchise. The enormous cast of characters, grand-scale story, and memorable adventure makes for a wonderful conclusion to this epic long-running tale.
Mafia: Definitive Edition is a must-play for any fan of the franchise. Although it doesn't quite have the narrative cohesion of Mafia II, it still offers a memorable and gripping story that's set in a gorgeous virtual adaptation of 1930s America.
Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit does nearly everything it can to offer a commendably fun-filled AR racing experience. Although it has its inherent limitations, it's definitely a novel concept with a lot of promise, especially if you want to create your own real-life courses.
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.