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Stonemachia is one of those games that a lot of soulslike players will try to pick up automatically, as they want more content in this exciting genre.
I Hate This Place has some great fundamentals in place, and the game certainly knows how to create an excellent atmosphere. The fact that you can also try to go stealth mode or guns blazing is quite interesting, and it offers plenty of choice to the player.
I am happy to state that Gothic 1 Remake is a great game, and one that impressed me more than I was expecting. Having played the Remake’s demo, I was skeptical about this game being a true remake of the original. But it is, and a great remake at that.
The fact that it’s short is both a blessing and a curse for Mirage 7, because it feels like it could benefit from a few more chapters and a deeper story.
Hacked The Streamer might be a short game, but it’s an interesting FMV experience that certainly makes you question some of your choices.
Tides of Tomorrow does a great job at bringing a unique storytelling method to this genre.
Ink Inside does a great job at bringing its story to life, although the game is marred by some technical issues and performance problems.
The game has a beautiful story, where you wake up on a ship and try to figure out where to go and what to do on your own. It involves a lot of exploration, and you always need to be on your toes, because you never know what might happen next.
Moonsigil Atlas offers a cool new take on some already classic ideas.
Bus Bound’s experience becomes repetitive after a while, since the core loop forces you to do the same routes over and over.
007 First Light surprised me with its interesting story, beautiful locations, but also the Hitman-like gameplay combined with tons of action sequences.
Luna Abyss is not an AAA title, nor does it try to be. It’s an indie delight, however, and it manages to seamlessly blend bullet hell gameplay with an FPS.
Fortune Seller offers a new take on the ideas that made the likes of Balatro a huge success, but its mechanical innovation is limited. The idea of playing a sort of Tetris while finding the right Tarot and spell combinations to rack up huge scores sounds more engaging than it actually is. Fans of the genre will appreciate the variety and the relatively quick runs.
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is a solid first-person shooter with a great twist that cannot carry the game all the way. I loved the black and white cartoon presentation initially and liked the classic mechanics. But after three or four locations, the presentation is no longer surprising, and the gun battles start to feel repetitive.
It thrives with experimentation, although it’s definitely complex and can deter some of the newcomers, especially in the few hours. The game’s core design is still compelling, and they do a very good job at creating a foundation for a new type of game here.
Wardrum’s combination of mechanics is intriguing and often fun. Fans of turn-based tactics and rhythm titles should try it if they are curious about how the two mix. Keeping the beat during attack sequences while also putting together a solid battle plan is challenging.
Invincible VS is a very fast-paced, engaging 3 v 3 fighting game with a lot of heart. While it can be great for newcomers to the Invincible world, it’s certainly geared towards fans of comics or TV series. It has excellent gameplay, outstanding combat, and it relies you on mastering your skills, especially as you play online.
Vultures - Scavengers of Death is a throwback, a game that’s does not shy from telling players that both its universe and its gameplay are inspired by Resident Evil. The shift to a turn-based combat system adds to the complexity, while limited ammo and health create a solid challenge level.
As a complete package, Aphelion mostly lands, especially when it comes to the story. There are plenty of twists and turns to keep you engaged, and it’s one of those games whose story cleverly combines a variety of emotions. You will be scared, happy, and also curious to see where everything goes. I enjoyed the game’s ending, but I can see some people will dislike where we leave these characters.
Rhythm Doctor doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel, but the gameplay that it provides is engaging, fun and very addictive. You will find yourself trying to play one more time, hoping you’ll achieve a great rating for the next level. Plus, the spin they added where you are healing patients with these beats feels very fulfilling. It seems like you’re doing something more than just enjoying your time, you’re also helping people feel better, too.