Daniel Waite's Reviews
I cannot stress enough how wonderful Projection: First Light looks. It’s a well-rounded piece that uses an unusual twist on an old concept. The style reinforces the history behind puppetry, and the graphics and audio create a lush and emotive landscape. However, its key mechanic is its main drawback, forcing it to plateaus early as a consequence, and this impacts the desire to play. Do I recommend it? I do. Only because it’s a masterpiece to look at and listen to. If you want a copy, it can be purchased here! Be warned though, you’ll be balancing beauty with frustration. Can you help Greta manipulate the light and travel the world? Patience and a glowing butterfly are all you need to succeed.
The Pillars: Puzzle escape is attempting to stand out in a crowded and niche market, where the leaders of the pack are extremely strong titles. A much simpler approach makes this an accessible game compare to the others, but I can’t ignore its graphical short comings. Had this element been spot on, it would have scored 7.5 out of 10, but it has to be marked down slightly for these issues. With this being said, do I recommend you try it? Yes. A great entry level title that can be played casually, with an excellent audio and nice graphics (if you don’t look closely at the details.) Can you unlock the mysteries of the pillars and escape this magical world?
I’m not entirely sure who this is aimed at. It’s not challenging enough to be considered a puzzle game, nor is it graphically detailed enough to allow you to sort out your items by their category, so it’s not a resource management game either. It’s one of those games that fills a nondescript genre, and can only be thought of as a filler title. Something that can mindlessly absorb hours of your life, without you even knowing about it. So, do I recommend it? Strangely, I do. For all its faults, and my hatred for Wilmot, it’s still a fun little game. If you pick it up just to try it out, you’ll have a good time, and the little niggles won’t get to you too much. But if you start this with that completion in mind, then you have just opened Pandora’s box, my friend. Nights will be lost, and you’ll awaken from your gaming stupor, greyer and angrier than you’ve ever been! Take control of your little white square, after all, that stock will not organise itself.
The second I read the blurb, I knew I was in trouble. Moreover, I’m lucky I didn’t break a controller as I failed repeatedly. Yet, UNABLES tickled me in a way that other games haven’t. The bizarre blend of genres and the excellent visuals were great. Furthermore, the witty dialogue will make you smile. Accordingly, though it is painful to play, I love it and I recommend buying it here! Can you keep your cool and find every item? Twist the perspective, throw the protagonists, and complete every stage.
I enjoyed many aspects of this game. The grim setting and horror elements were captivating. Additionally, it was fascinating to dissect the bodies and piece together each crime. However, too much hand-holding and a lack of freedom were annoying. Moreover, the bugs and glitches were awful. Yet, despite the shortcomings, I recommend buying it here! Can you keep it together and complete each job? Take your pills, dissect every body, and solve every crime.
Though it isn’t perfect, I admire Criminal Expert’s ambition. Furthermore, the Polish language and reliance on subtitles add an interesting layer. I didn’t like the mini-games as they were unfair and often confusing. However, the cinematic is spectacular, and the acting is excellent. Subsequently, I like it and I recommend buying it here! Can you solve the crime? Investigate each area, piece together the clues, and find the criminal.
Unlike its peers, The Inquisitor isn’t an instant classic. Instead, this game does enough to make you smile. The blend of mechanics is enjoyable, and the setting is uncomfortable and interesting to explore. Moreover, I liked the seamless transition between realms and the challenging boss encounters. If you then consider the pleasant cinematic and interesting characters, this was a fun game to play. Accordingly, I enjoyed it and I recommend buying it here! Can you solve the Vampire problem? Question the locals, take down the bosses, and survive The Murk.
No matter what way you look at it, QUADROIDS is a tough game. However, it is this testing nature that creates a rewarding experience. Though this will kick your ass repeatedly, you will return for more. As such, it is a tough but fair game, and I recommend buying it here! Can you complete every level? Grab a friend, keep your cool, and tackle every puzzle.
If you enjoy being tested without a complex storyline, then Qomp2 could be for you. The basic puzzles and layers of difficulty keep you coming back for more. Additionally, the boss levels add some unique elements to prevent things from becoming stale. As such, I enjoyed it and I recommend buying it here! Can you leave the paddles behind? Break free, avoid obstacles, and complete every level.
This genre has grown on me. Consequently, I enjoy the tough approach and the guaranteed sense of failure. Yet, Die After Sunset is particularly maddening. Therefore, you will have to be extremely patient and reserved if you wish to succeed. Even though it almost broke me, I like it and recommend buying it here! Can you save mankind? Pick a hero, upgrade your stats, and kick those aliens back into space.
Though this isn’t perfect, I enjoyed my time with it. The puzzles and mini-games are interesting, and the characters are colourful. Moreover, the dialogue is interesting and amusing and the setting is fascinating. However, its janky mechanics and lack of tutorial were disappointing. Yet, despite these shortcomings, I love it and recommend buying it here! Will you become a hero? Solve some puzzles, assist some robots, and save your friend.
I’m not always a fan of dark and depressing media. The world is hard enough without relaxing to more of the same. Yet, Loretta tells an interesting and captivating story. Furthermore, I loved the sinister choices and the excellent story. Alongside this, it has a cruel and grim aesthetic that is fantastic to look at. Consequently, I love this and I recommend buying it here! Would you kill another human to reclaim your life? Make your choices, live with the consequences, and escape your bland existence.
I desperately wanted to enjoy The Invincible more than I did. Unfortunately, it never grabbed me the way I expected. Yes, it is beautiful, and the audio was fantastic. Furthermore, I adore the protagonist and her plight. However, its gameplay is distinctly mixed and this was unfortunate. Yet, despite my disappointment, it is unique and unusual, and I recommend giving it a chance by buying it here! Can you piece together the mystery? Explore your surroundings, solve the puzzles, and discover a strange alien world.
Though this doesn’t stand out from its predecessor, I liked the new core gameplay mechanics. Additionally, the story was interesting and the customisation was as great. I loved the elemental weaponry and the balanced use of different weapons. However, the random target system undermines the tactical nuance and that was disappointing. Subsequently, despite the shortcomings I recommend buying it here! Can you escape the revolution? Grab your Wazner, choose your loadout, and hope that luck is on your side.
The vast empty side-scrolling world should have sent me to sleep. However, the bizarre imagery and stunning landscapes were fascinating. Alongside this, I adored the audio and the simple mechanics. Yes, I’d have liked it to be harder, but this wasn’t to be. As such, despite my minor complaints, I adore Sclash and recommend buying it here! Can you bridge the feud? Explore the world, tackle each foe, and uncover the truth.
Platforming games never used to be this easy. Sadly, Timberman: The Big Adventure won’t challenge skilled gamers. However, it is still enjoyable and I loved the aesthetics. Additionally, the mini-games were fun and the bosses tested you momentarily. Accordingly, this affordable title was satisfying and I recommend buying it here! Can you reunite the bear with its family? Grab an axe, explore the forest, and defeat the Evil Corp.
My Fantastic Ranch is a fun and colourful business management sim. What's more, the fantasy theme is cute and the simple mechanics make this a family-friendly experience.
Paper Ghost Stories: 7PM is a fantastic but short horror title. This is the first instalment in this weird anthology, and I can't wait to see how the franchise evolves. With amazing visuals and creepy music, you'll be uncomfortable from start to finish.
Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed is a fun FPS that can be enjoyed solo or with up to 4 others. Hunt ghosts as you level up and explore a range of levels. Alternatively, scare the living daylights out of everyone as you haunt each stage.
Asterigos: Curse of the stars: is a Souls-lite title that is fun, rewarding, and challenging. Furthermore, it has a fascinating story, and interesting characters, and is reasonably long. What's more, the atmospheric audio and fantastic environments make for a wonderful and fulfilling experience.