Bex Prouse
Patrick's Parabox is a fun puzzler for all ages, whether you like puzzles or not. It's easy to play, and I found myself becoming easily addicted to solving each puzzle, losing hours of time into this fun little game.
Magical Delicacy is a cooking metroidvania which you can easily lose yourself in. Like any good fantasy, it encourages exploration and it doesn't punish you for your mistakes. With an intriguing story, you can really put yourself in Flora's shoes as you learn about the Kingdom of Grat with her.
ROGUE FLIGHT is the perfect love letter to classic space shooters with a modern touch. A brilliant soundtrack, numerous customisation options, and plenty of ways to play, there's a little something for everyone here.
Overall, Final Fantasy XVI is a phenomenal gaming experience that I enjoyed from start to finish. With dynamic gameplay, amazing characters, and an emotional storyline, new and old fans alike will love the latest entry in the franchise.
I can barely find the words to describe the emotional experience that is Goodbye Volcano High. While there are a few sound blips, the music, voice acting, and story were phenomenal, and these teenage dinosaurs were truly relatable.
Lil' Guardsman is a cute yet hilarious point-and-click adventure with a surprisingly deep story. No level is the same, and it has a lot of heart, making it perfect for anyone wanting to have a laugh.
Love, Ghostie is an adorable little matchmaking game filled with wholesome humour and amusing roommate shenanigans. Filled with fun mini-games and interesting characters, you'll easily spend hours invested in shipping each one.
Featuring relatable characters, including a rocket launcher-wielding guinea pig, an in-depth story, exciting quests, and an immersive world, Beyond Galaxyland is an adventure that you won't want to miss.
Neva is a stunning game that tackles the themes of parenthood and climate change perfectly. With an immersive soundtrack, beautiful art, and an emotional journey, it's a challenging platforming-adventure that fans new and old will love.
Extra Coin explores a tale where you have to choose between reality or a dream. It tackles some heavy themes, but it encapsulates them well in this charming pixelated adventure.
There's no doubt that Three Hopes offers a story that stands out from its predecessor. While it doesn't have quite the emotional impact, it still offers plenty of a wild ride of twists and turns.
Fall of Porcupine has a hard-hitting story beneath its wholesome veneer, with fun mini-games and memorable characters that are as cute as they are well-written.
Riley & Rochelle combines '90s celebrity culture with a detective-style game that's impossible not to appreciate.
Death Trick: Double Blind is a point-and-click story full of twists, turns, and compelling characters. I came for the circus, but I stayed for the references to Ace Attorney and Sherlock Holmes.
With My Past is an interesting puzzle platformer that tackles heavy themes. It is a beautiful game that poses a unique challenge to players, but one that you should play with care.
Midnight Ramen is a cosy time with flavourful depths hidden within. With an emotional story and wonderful world-building, it's hard not to come back for seconds.
Diplomacy Is Not An Option offers plenty of modes for beginner and experienced RTS players to enjoy, with a tongue-in-cheek attitude and gameplay that's easy to understand.
Despite some minor issues and some disorienting audio, I appreciated the metanarrative and surrealism of [I] doesn't exist. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys story-rich games.
Invincible Presents: Atom Eve is a short and sweet game that may get repetitive, but is overall a fun one for newcomers and fans of Invincible. If you have a few hours, I recommend giving it a go.
Saint Maker is certainly more tragedy than horror, and it shows. While it is well-made, I think players will enjoy the story more than the actual gameplay.