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When it comes to “party games” there’s a difference between the game being fun or your friends making it fun
While absolutely a family-friendly 3D platformer, that can also be played co-op, some issues hold it back
Trying to find a balance between a puzzler and a platformer, Togges struggles on both sides of the equation
While visually distinct, a relatively short and sometimes aggravatingly uneven puzzle adventure holds it back
Far more than a mere collection of well-known games, Atari 50 sets the standard for chronicling the history of an icon
Fan of arcade-like intensity and a tough-but-fair level of challenge should really dig this unique roguelike dodge-em-up
There’s nothing wrong with being timely in this business, so of course we can have a seasonal adventure in the mix
Even in the low-budget and light action space there’s competition, and Chameneon doesn’t make the cut
At its base it’s a deck-building strategy with disturbing vibes, and from there it continues to surprise
Delivers some challenging Metroidvania play with a distinctive black-and-white retro look and feel
Inconvenient co-op, control issues, and a general lack of clarity hamper this well-meaning puzzler
Rocking vibes from multiple arcade classics, Donut Dodo is an excellent and challenging remix
Carefully plotting your rails to ensure your train will leave the station has never been so addicting
While this anti-gravity racer isn’t as intense as hoped, it does make for a decent light combat racer
Who knew that sports RPGs could consistently be so engaging, approachable, and charming?!?
While fans of this strategy RPG “classic” are likely to be excited to see it again, the uninitiated may find it slow
Skipping over merely ordinary animals to raise and care for, why not just go straight to the fantastical with dragons?
A great pixel art look gets dragged down by decidedly old gameplay sensibilities and aggravations
While only ideal playing with a friend, Ship of Fools manages to be both simple and complex… and compelling
Combining Metroidvania concepts with some twin-stick shooting, The Knight Witch swings big… and gets on base