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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
Steeped in old-school sensibilities, this budget slashing adventure should appeal to retro fans
This “classic” is back, with an authentic modern-look version, but whether that’s a good thing is up for debate
Melding together more classic adventure elements with some horror, Saint Kotar is different, but flawed
Passion projects are always pretty fascinating to check out, sometimes with shockingly great results, but other times…
If you don’t mind the very old-school look and feel, and get over the poorly-mapped buttons, it has some appeal