A.J. Maciejewski


2837 games reviewed
71.9 average score
76 median score
60.8% of games recommended

From its goofy retro fantasy setting to its unique magic system; Gate Of Doom is a solid arcade gem that's worth checking out.

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May 18, 2020

As a novelty, Bad Dudes is sure to scratch some sort of nostalgic itch but it wasn't a good game back in '88 and it sure isn't now.

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There may not be many retro James Bond games but Sly Spy certainly does a decent job of filling 007's shoes.

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Joe and Mac may not be as famous as Master Higgins but their debut game Caveman Ninja remains a worthy relic from the Stone Age.

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If you love beat 'em ups then you need to play Night Slashers as it accomplishes everything exceptionally well and holds up beautifully.

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Although it doesn't deviate much from a stereotypical overhead run 'n' gun, Heavy Barrel is a solid cooperative arcade shooter.

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May 16, 2020

Oddworld: Munch's Oddysee HD encapsulates a time in gaming when 3D puzzle platformers were still in their infancy yet its campaign is undeniably fun and full of variety. However, many facets of its adventure simply don't hold up well with today's standards in mind.

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May 16, 2020

Pixel Ripped 1995 is a must-have PSVR game, especially for gamers who grew up in the '90s as it makes for one brilliant nostalgia trip.

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Old-school beat 'em ups don't get much more authentic or enjoyable than Jay and Silent Bob: Mall Brawl. Snootch to the nootch!

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May 16, 2020

Overall, SNK Gals' Fighters is a fun retro portable fighting game that's a bit too basic to thoroughly enjoy in this day and age.

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May 16, 2020

When it comes to action-packed arcade shooting gameplay, few indies rise to the level of quality that Jet Lancer presents.

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May 16, 2020

Totes the Goat is a simple clone of Q*bert but one that has its own charms and more importantly, is much less frustrating.

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May 16, 2020

As one of the simplest games that I've ever played, Ping Redux is surprisingly enjoyable; that is, when it's not being too finicky.

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May 16, 2020

Whether you're playing it with a few friends or going it alone, Megabyte Punch offers a great deal of fun gameplay and customization.

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7.2 / 10.0 - Shmup Collection
May 15, 2020

Shmup Collection contains 3 modern shmups that, for the most part, are rewarding and challenging interpretations of the iconic genre. So, if you're a shoot 'em up fan then adding these gems to your collection should be an easy decision.

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May 15, 2020

Oh, I also wanted to mention that for some strange reason, Armed 7 DX is an extremely loud game so if you jump between the 3 featured titles, you'll likely find yourself turning this game down a lot whenever you decide to play it.

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May 14, 2020

Hatsune Miku may have been around for a good chunk of time yet Project DIVA Mega Mix doesn't really push any boundaries. It's still a very fun rhythm game so whether you're a fan of the genre or the Vocaloid herself, it's definitely worth checking out.

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May 13, 2020

Few games capture the joy and excitement of discovering a supremely well-done retro game as well as Huntdown does.

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May 13, 2020

Roguelikes rarely feel as rewarding and enjoyable as Fury Unleashed and the fact that you can play it with a friend is a nice bonus.

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May 13, 2020

An awesome game premise will only get you so far and unfortunately, SuperMash doesn't really live up to its clever foundation.

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