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This all might sound like I'm a bit down on Dawn of War – Definitive Edition, but that isn't the case. I love the original releases, and this is that with some modern tweaks, and I've adored the time spent diving back into the games. If you already own the original releases and don't want to, or can't be bothered to mod them, this is certainly the best and most convenient way to play these games now. Those who do play and mod the original games, this is a bit of a harder sell.
Echoes Of The End does have a lot of good points. Visually it does not disappoint, the magic can be fun to wield, and the puzzles add a nice little change of pace. The combat is generally enjoyable enough, if a little awkward, especially targeting magic abilities with camera angles in the midst of battle. If you can put up with its little quirks and occasional glitches (I once seemed to manage to get myself stuck inside the landscape and was unable to move or even see the world properly), it does offer a nice little bit of fantasy storytelling and might be worth your while. If you are easily frustrated by games that sometimes seem to work against you, maybe give it a miss.
A gloriously gory glow up of a stone cold classic that suffers from irksome control issues
Slopecrashers embraces its arcade snowboarding identity with enthusiasm and charm. It's a game that understands its influences and target audience, delivering a colorful, silly, and engaging experience that thrives on multiplayer mayhem. While it doesn't reach the refined heights of the great arcade racers or snowboarding titles it takes cues from, it confidently delivers something unique in a space that doesn't see much attention anymore. At $17.99, it's a worthwhile pickup for players nostalgic for SSX, Snowboard Kids, or party-style racing games and one that delivers more than its surface-level whimsy might initially suggest. For all its quirks, Slopecrashers is a reminder that games can still be about pure, uncomplicated fun.
Hungry Meem is a unique, sometimes exhausting strategy simulation that blends chaos and charm in equal measure. It's the kind of game where watching your village slowly thrive feels satisfying, but getting there is a bumpy, often repetitive road. Between the Meems' antics, the overlapping progression systems, and the sheer weirdness of it all, there's a peculiar joy in trying to make everything work. It's not for everyone, but it might be exactly what you're looking for if you're craving something experimental, unpolished, and full of strange heart.
Mafia: The Old Country doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it does take players to a beautiful new locale for a full-fledged Mafia game like any other - and possibly the best one yet. The Old Country makes for a sublime addition to the series.
Hell Clock provides the thrill of Diablo II and PoE build craft with the rogue-like story elements and inter-run progression of Hades. It loses a little love in the grind for resources and progression and boring enemies, but the gameplay loop is addictive enough to make up for it in short intervals. Strongly Recommend.
A whimsical adventure that's more than the sum of its parts.
Ultimately, Day of the Shell is a compelling idea that doesn't fully realize its potential. It nails its core concept of accessibility and snappy tactics, but falters in the systems meant to support long-term engagement. For players seeking a bite-sized, brainy strategy game to play in short sessions, there's a lot to like here, but those hoping for deep progression, rich variety, or meaningful replayability may find themselves burning out quickly. It's not a bad game by any means; it's just one that feels like the first draft of something greater. With more content, balance tweaks, and expansion of its mechanics, it could become something special. As it stands, Day of the Shell is a promising and modest experience that is unique, but not unforgettable.
Furious combat and fiendish difficulty collide in this challenging yet satisfying revival.
For players craving a slower-paced, tactical squad-based shooter, Ready or Not is a must-play.
The new games delight, but the split between Jamboree and TV dulls the fun.
If you ever thought Resident Evil needed more felt My Friendly Neighborhood will be right up your Sesame Street.
Donkey Kong Bananza is a beautiful next-gen chapter of a gaming legend!
Conspiracy abounds in this charming Somnium side story replete with perplexing puzzles.
Death Relives is a strong idea wrapped in a conflicted execution. The mythological angle is compelling, the gameplay systems offer a clever survival loop, and the atmosphere occasionally hits unnerving highs, but the AI implementation, mechanical jank, and uneven design choices keep the game from reaching its full potential. As someone who values artistic integrity and thoughtful design, it's disheartening to see such a unique concept compromised by shortcuts that dilute rather than enhance the experience. Still, there's enough intrigue here for horror fans to chew on, especially those curious about games that experiment with form and format. Just know going in that you're not getting an Aztec horror masterpiece, but something messier, stranger, and far more divisive.
The Necromancer's Tale moves at a deliberate pace, placing narrative, dialogue, and social mechanics above flashy combat and high-fidelity graphics. For those who enjoy morally grey choices, dark magic, and slow-burning intrigue, there's a lot to appreciate here. It's a flawed gem – a little rough, a little strange, but undeniably unique.
To justify buying the game now, you'd have to have supreme confidence in Tripwire (whose team has changed dramatically since KF2), and assume that they're treating this like an Early Access game, but realistically, it's better to wait and go play the other games in the meantime.
In a genre saturated with surface-level scares, Luto stands apart. It is a landmark psychological horror experience that is unafraid to be abstract, emotionally ambitious, and structurally inventive. For those willing to engage with its rhythm, its difficulty, and its solemnity, Luto offers one of the most hauntingly profound journeys in modern horror gaming. It is more than a spiritual successor to the horror classics it evokes. It is their evolution.
Other than that, the game runs smoothly on PC but features a few inoffensive frame rate dips that occur occasionally in some areas. Overall, while Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has some notable flaws and may require some balancing, the game offers fresh and innovative elements that make it enjoyable and memorable.