GameGrin's Reviews
Serial Cleaners is a fun top-down stealth game that will test your patience and sense of timing. Who would have thought vacuuming the floor would be so fun?
Penko Park's undeniable influences and not-so-stellar content make it a bit of a hard sell, but for those looking for a Pokémon Snap-style game, it's a fine choice.
Foretales spearheads the card-based genre into an unexplored amalgamation of narration and choose-your-own-adventure though I wish it hadn't strayed from its card battler roots so much, which ultimately leads to a simple gameplay loop.
ZooKeeper is a charming game to look at with its pixelated graphics style. However, don't expect top gameplay or player freedom from this zoo simulator. Its positives are equally matched by the negatives.
Overall, Long Live The Queen is a really fun game with endless hours of replay value. It's challenging and can seem initially a bit overwhelming in its vastness but will win you over with its charm and ability to not take things like failure seriously.
The Outbound Ghost is a great turn-based RPG with fun characters and a heartfelt story. The unique game mechanics make the battles challenging and enjoyable as you progress through the story.
SCP: Secret Files offers five distinct missions, each with a drastically different style. It doesn't have a whole lot of interactivity, but does an impressive job of conveying an uneasy atmosphere in each unique chapter.
Moss: Book II serves as a perfect sequel to the original, though it doesn't introduce as many new things as you might want.
More House Party is never a bad thing, and this is certainly true with House Party - Doja Cat Expansion Pack, though perhaps skip it and finish playing the main stories first before jumping into this one.
Incredibly enjoyable locomotion abilities, pleasant collectibles to find, and fun (albeit simple) platforming puzzles are all that await those that are willing to look past Hell Pie's grotesque themes of animal abuse, drug use, and religious tones.
An abundance of various modes and improvements to the on-court action, NBA 2K23 is an astonishing amount of fun for any basketball fan. Even the microtransactions in some modes weren't enough to dampen the pure fun that the rest of the game had to offer.
When The Waylanders succeeds, the game is one of the most solid experiences I've had all year. But those successes are few and far between, while the rest of the title fails to keep itself afloat among a sea of bugs and poorly thought out gameplay decisions.
Beacon Pines is a fantastic story-heavy game for anyone who is into creepy and cute stories and doesn't mind being narrated at for hours on end.
A really good free-to-play open world game that's easy to recommend to solo players or groups of friends.
Hokko Life is a fun slice of life game that is worth a look for anyone wanting something more relaxed. The seemingly endless amount of things to see and do coupled with a charming aesthetic creates a stress-free and rewarding time, but does little to make itself stand out from similar titles.
Gumbo Machine has had over four decades to make a Berzerk rip-off but apparently chose to spend that time eating crayons instead. This is a buggy mess with no challenge to it.
Yars: Recharged is a remake of the best-selling Atari 2600 game, and it's easy to see why it was so popular! This game will keep bringing you back for more with fun and challenging gameplay.
Cleo - A Pirate's Tale is a fun-filled adventure where you'll encounter characters with a ton of personality. Exploring island areas, conversing with NPCs, solving basic puzzles, gathering items, and searching for a legendary treasure is a pleasant experience for all ages.
Muv-Luv Alternative Total Eclipse is an interesting visual novel with a complex story and interesting characters. If you are a fan of anime-based games like this, it is worth checking out. If you like more interaction within your games you won't find much enjoyment in this title.
Temtem is definitely worth getting for something different, yet familiar. It's worth the price of admission, but that's all you should spend on it.