David Pietrangelo
Kudzu takes place in a fun, creative world that plays, looks, and sounds just like a 90s Game Boy classic. It's a great adventure that will appeal to any retro gamer looking for an authentic old-school experience!
Inkbound is an incredibly unique and entertaining roguelike. With turn-based and RPG elements, I sank hours into a storybook world filled with deep mechanics and characters. Whether playing solo or with a team, it's a game worth investing in!
Despite less-than-intuitive controls on Switch, Stacklands provides a fun and rewarding gameplay loop that any deckbuilding and roguelike fan can enjoy!
WWE 2K24 includes a ton of content any current or former wrestling fan can enjoy. It provides various modes to dig into, highlighted by Showcase; and backed by gameplay that feels fun and responsive.
Berserk Boy merges retro and new-school game design into an entertaining package! The 2D action platformer is fast, wild, and inventive. It's a great way to sink back into a 90s-inspired game that feels familiar and new no matter what you're doing.
Universim brings an entertaining personality to a god-like game. It's a breath of fresh air with an outstanding balance of difficulty, creativity, and witty presentation from start to finish.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a welcome return to the franchise. It packs a punch with exciting combat, challenging platforming, great visuals, and tons of secrets to uncover.
Jusant is a game with purpose and adventure at every turn. It's carefully crafted to create an adventure worth conquering, this is an indie title filled with emotion and beautiful discoveries.
Despite a unique setup and art style, Wizard with a Gun fails in critical areas of gameplay and crafting mechanics.
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged won't blow you away with its depth. But it might with its customization options, speed, and sense of scale.
NHL 24 has made significant on-ice improvements. And despite a somewhat frustrating online experience, it's undeniable that the team at EA is taking this series in the right direction.
The Lamplighters League is an engaging and fun ride from start to finish. Its take on turn-based tactics is rewarding, while the compelling story is told through great voice acting and accompanied by a fantastic score.
Gunbrella is a complete package of fun, wackiness, and charm. The gameplay is tight and satisfying, while the characters and story go places I didn't expect.
Disney Illusion Island looks and sounds fantastic. It's a great starting point for anyone just getting into Metroidvanias. It's not very difficult and doesn't bring much new to the table, but it's still a fun, whimsical time.
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons updates the classic brawling franchise with new mechanics and gameplay loops that feel fun, impactful, and chaotic in all the right ways.
Let's! Revolution! uses the basis of a classic PC game and adds numerous layers of style and substance. It has amazingly animated characters and a gameplay loop that will hook you at each procedurally generated turn.
With some of the best writing, voice acting, supernatural set pieces, and atmospheric settings ever, Oxenfree II: Lost Signals is a must-play game. It was worth the wait, and if you're a fan of thrillers or sci-fi, this is a no-brainer.
Fall of Porcupine creates a personal story that needs to be experienced. Look no further if you're looking for a great-looking and sounding game with incredible writing and character development.
Daydream: Forgotten Sorrow takes place in a wonderfully dark and unique world, but its gameplay and controls prevent it from becoming a stand-out indie adventure.
Diablo 4 is an impressive and massive conquest of demons, loot, exploration, and wildly fun mechanics. It's already clear that this game brings tons of new content to the franchise and handles it incredibly well.