Super Catboy is an action-platforming video game showcasing a cat with a wide arsenal of attacks. Though nothing in the trailer caught my eye immediately, the visual style was pleasant and generally, I enjoy platformers. Thus, I was eager to give this title a shot. Did I maintain my excitement throughout my playthrough? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Overall, Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club is a solid game. The writing is good, and I enjoyed learning more about the world. However, I almost found it was held back by being a visual novel instead of just a regular novel. In my experience, the pacing was slow, and the gameplay elements of the title simply did not add much. I enjoyed looking at the visuals, but considering the steep price of the title, it is hard to justify.
As a whole, ProtoCorgi is a very solid game. I think it provides an ample amount of content. Plus, that content kept me engaged, and I felt rewarded throughout my journey. Since I had to replay sections multiple times, I found some minor frustrations, but as a whole, ProtoCorgi is a game I can recommend, even to novice shoot-em-up fans.
Leximan is a lot of fun. The personality of the characters shines through, and I found it very refreshing to play a story-focused RPG with a unique style of turn-based combat. Where Leximan truly excels, however, is in the writing. The storyline has a bunch of interesting developments, and the characters are funny. Though this is not the most mechanically complex game, it certainly struck a chord and left its mark on me.
As a whole, Turbo Kid is an excellent Metroidvania, especially for those who like being guided without being told where to go. The game has a lot of collectables, engaged me with fun boss fights, and kept me hooked with a lovely presentation. Though none of the upgrades are vastly unique, and the combat sometimes felt repetitive, Turbo Kid is a lot of fun. I can easily recommend it, even if you are someone who, like me, has not watched the movie.
As a whole, Battle Kid: Fortress of Peril is a decent game. It functions well and there are some great boss fights in store here. The levels are somewhat engaging but they do not incite much excitement, and neither does much else about the game. Battle Kid: Fortress of Peril does not have anything innately wrong or broken about it, but it certainly does not impress compared to the vast Nintendo Switch library.
As a whole, I did not enjoy my experience with Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengeance of the Slayer very much. The weapons are neat and the theming is nice, but the story is nothing special, the game runs poorly, and despite having an adequate game design, the multitude of issues and lack of unique draw makes it hard to recommend this game over others on the console.
As a whole, I enjoyed my playthrough of The Oregon Trail, but I am not rushing to recommend it. It has a solid soundtrack and a lovely art style, but as a game, while there is a decent amount of depth, it failed to encourage me to dig deeper. This is not innately an issue, but it also makes the game a bit forgettable. Still, at the end of the day, The Oregon Trail is a charming adventure which could be a great pickup when it is on sale.
I thoroughly enjoyed Mullet Mad Jack. The combat is engaging and rewarding, strategising over different upgrades is a lot of fun, and the game provides a lot of content for me to explore. Though the rigid level layouts and story content could sometimes feel underwhelming, in general, Mullet Mad Jack provided an engaging experience that I enjoyed throughout. It is certainly a game I can recommend.
Overall, while I did enjoy CorpoNation: The Sorting Process, the game feels bloated. For starters, it is bogged down by its dialogue sections. I wanted those components to be fantastic, but unfortunately, since I did not get captivated by the writing, they felt like a chore. Moreover, while I enjoyed the primary gameplay of sorting things, the strategy elements surrounding money management and the optional minigames did not resonate with me either. The game certainly has a lot of fantastic components, but there are just as many, if not more, mediocre ones.
Sephonie is a narrative-focused action platformer that follows three scientists on their journey to a somewhat living island named Sephonie. Along the way, they discover unique areas to traverse, interesting creatures, and more about themselves and their history. I was excited to get into this game, as I played and enjoyed Anodyne 2 last year, a game from the same developers. Did Sephonie make its way into my heart? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Garlic is a highly stylized action-platformer featuring a humanoid garlic character attempting to ascend a tower and woo a goddess at the top. The concept is silly, for sure, but having watched some trailers, I had high hopes that I would enjoy the gameplay. Did it meet my standards? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Pikmin 4 is the latest and long-awaited addition to the Pikmin series. These games focus on real-time strategy and exploration, rewarding players for navigating landscapes and exploring for treasure. Having enjoyed Pikmin 3 on the WiiU, I was eager to begin this title too. Did it meet my expectations? Find out in this Rapid Review.
OTXO is a fast-paced top-down shooter seemingly inspired by Hotline Miami. However, this game is a rogue-like, meaning upon death, I had to begin all the way from the very beginning. Did these two elements combine to create something meaningful? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Velocity Noodle is an action-platforming video game where I worked as a noodle delivery person working to deliver noodles in a dangerous city. It is a simple premise, and instead of crazy antics, the level designs focus on replaying levels and completing them quickly. Did the experience deliver what I hoped it would? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Wildfrost is a rogue-lite deck builder about trying to save a city from an eternal winter. In the game, I had to select between different cards to add to my deck while trying to take out enemies and survive the frigid climate. Did the adventure warm my heart? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Fishing Paradiso is a narrative-focused fishing simulation game. I was initially drawn to the game because of its charming pixel art and calming vibe. Did the game leave a lasting impact on me? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Shadow Warrior 3: Definitive Edition is a high-intensity first-person shooter that also focuses on comedy and creating a personality for the main character. While I have not played either of the previous titles, I was excited about the release of this game, and am incredibly grateful to have been given the opportunity to review it. Did the game live up to my hopes? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Kukoos: Lost Pets is a three-dimensional platformer featuring Kukoos, fuzzy yet sentient creatures who inhabit a small island. After their pets get hypnotized by an evil frog, the Kukoos must jump through platforms with the help of some pets that are not hypnotized. Does the game make for a good experience? Find out in this Rapid Review.
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is an action-platforming title that follows a sentient robot that tries to restore peace to civilization. Was this eight stage campaign worth my time? Find out in this Rapid Review.