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Legacy of Kain: Ascendance is a disgrace to the legacy of the talented game developers like Amy Hennig and Paul Jenkins, who not only created one of the most underrated fantasy worlds of the gaming industry, but also managed to gather around a dedicated fan base that keep the soul of the series alive via YouTube video essays and Subreddit conversations. Ascendance is a nostalgia-filled title that is not even worthy of borrowing the titular name of the franchise, let alone be the title that the fans waited decades for: it's an unredeemable abomination.
RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike is messy and unpredictable, but it's also genuinely fun. It's the kind of game you load up for five minutes and somehow lose an hour to, because you're chasing that one moment where everything lines up and the coins keep falling. It shows that not every game needs to be tightly optimised or deeply strategic. Sometimes, it's enough to recreate a feeling. And if that feeling means anything to you, it might be worth dropping a coin in and seeing what happens.
Ereban: Shadow Legacy is a stealth game that understands the value of focus. Instead of trying to do everything, it builds its identity around shadows, movement, and clever level design. The result feels a bit like stepping back into the era of compact PS2 games where levels were designed with care and the experience trusted you to figure things out without constant handholding. What makes it even more impressive is that it comes from a small team making their first game. You can feel the passion behind it in the mechanics, the art style, and the thoughtful level design. The ranking system, different playstyles, and challenge medals also give the game plenty of replay value for anyone who enjoys mastering stealth systems.
Under Par: Golf Architect feels like a rough draft of something that could genuinely fill that SimGolf-shaped hole. It's got the charm and it's got the ideas; it just needs more polishing. If you've been waiting years for something like this, it's worth a look. Just go in expecting some rough edges… and maybe save often.
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is a chaotic battle royale with you against all the armies of darkness!
The first DLC for Powerwash Simulator 2 is an ambitious, nice homage to Adventure Time more flash than substance.
The long awaited reunion of Max and Chloe brings some of the series best scenes, but they forgot to build a compelling game around them.
Crimson Desert is a genre-bending experience; something that can't be easily categorized, and that is a good thing because it shows how complex and multi-layered the experience is.
A visually arresting, mechanically sharp extraction shooter that offers fun and rewards for those with the patience - and the time.
If it's on special, it's not bad for a quick pick up and play a round or two… but the random nature of the power cards and boosts and the ludicrously steep starting point for some levels, either via score or play space… means it can get frustrating quickly. I'm pretty near completing it and am quite sure I could with perseverance and more focused strategy… I've just lost all interest in doing so. If you like Balatro and think it would be interesting in a Scrabble setting, then I'd say grab a copy!
Incantation is a compelling psychological horror experience that delivers tension, atmosphere, and storytelling with subtlety and care.
Ariana and the Elder Codex lands as a solid, enjoyable adventure. It has its rough edges, especially with pacing and repetition, but the core experience is fun. The combat system carries a lot of weight, and the mix of spell customization, engaging bosses, and a charming visual style makes it easy to stick with. It's the kind of game you pick up out of curiosity and end up having a genuinely good time with. If you enjoy 2D action platformers with a bit of style and a magic-focused twist, this is an easy recommendation, especially if you're open to something that feels like a smaller, more overlooked gem.
Trial and error stealth muddies the otherwise crystal clear waters of this endearing puzzle platformer
New Super Lucky's Tale on PlayStation 5 is a charming, polished and technically a remaster of the original game that benefits greatly from the console's capabilities. It may not offer surprises for those familiar with earlier versions but it delivers an uber‑fun gaming experience that is sorely needed
Meat Boy's first foray into 3D sends him straight into the proverbial grinder.
A smartly presented retro tinged shooter that fans of the franchise will love
Sands of Aura feels like a game with a lot of ambition that doesn't always land cleanly, but still manages to deliver a rewarding experience. The combat can feel a bit loose, the controls take time to adjust to, and parts of the story don't fully pay off, but the core loop of exploring, upgrading, and taking on increasingly difficult encounters works. The world is interesting, the systems offer real flexibility, and the bosses are consistently engaging. It leans into an older style of design that trusts you to figure things out, and while that won't be for everyone, it gives the game its own identity. In the end, it's a solid and sometimes rough experience that becomes more enjoyable the more time you invest in it.
By the time everything starts to come together, Total Chaos becomes something genuinely engaging. There is a satisfying loop in breaking down environments, gathering materials, crafting what you need, and pushing further into the unknown. Even with its issues like confusing menus, occasional combat awkwardness, and a save system that can feel punishing, the core experience holds strong. It might take some time to fully adjust to everything it throws at you, but once it clicks, it becomes hard to put down. Funnily enough, Total Chaos lives up to its name, not because it is messy, but because all of its systems collide in a way that feels unpredictable and strangely rewarding.
In the end, Collector's Cove is a simple yet adorable adventure, one that my daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed as we explored islands, tended crops and customised our very pink dinosaur, "Nessy." If you're looking for a calm, comforting gaming experience that trades stress for serenity, this cozy game hits the spot perfectly.
Super Mario Bros Wonder was a return to greatness on the OG Switch and with its performance tweaks and incorporation of new multiplayer excitement thanks to Meetup in Bellabel Park, this is a must have game if you missed it the first time around. Whether you're playing solo or with friends (it is the perfect party game), you'll be fully immersed from the first level to the last that also showcases the Nintendo Switch 2.