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For once a game that somewhat picks up the Papers, Please torch has managed to do something cool with it
Even in a first-person perspective this retro dungeon-crawling adventure lacks excitement
Though its board game-esque aesthetic has some appeal, interface issues and uninspired play make it struggle
Despite some visual polish and flair, this upconverted classic fails to stand out in a crowded genre space
A somewhat more modern shooter with retro sensibilities but playing in widescreen instead of vertically
Adopts some very old-school adventure mechanics to go with its 8-bit look, which may not be for everyone
While it definitely exudes a creepy vibe, somewhat muddy “combat” and a lack of direction make it tough to enjoy
Though failing to break new ground in platforming adventure, the scenery and general feel work while it lasts
Breaking away from the more Zelda-esque adventure of the original to go roguelike feels like a smart move
As the title suggests, you’ll be able to work in the “exciting” world of rewiring and fixing things, with little direction
The clever card-based strategy series is back, this time with a new setting and some new tricks up its sleeve
Somewhat excessive simplicity mixed with some control annoyances make this tough to enjoy
While its retro Power Rangers vibe is fun, its puzzle-meets-boss-rush style may not be what you’re seeking
Relatively light and breezy, practically mobile-esque play, but at a preposterous asking price…
A lack of polish and attention to details make getting invested in this strategy board game experience a challenge
While this can serve as a base for shared fun, the mini games are inconsistent with a few too many clunkers
This action platformer is at least novel in its approach, and can be challenging, but won’t be for everyone
Another case of a budget title taking a successful indie formula, dumbing it down, and fumbling the ball
Featuring characters more unfamiliar to American audiences, the pacing of this beat-em-up is also quite unique
When you imitate a classic it’s usually best to be sure you’re somewhere near matching its level of quality