Gameffine's Reviews
Despite its flawed presentation and dated visuals, Blades of Fire remains an engaging experience, thanks to bold new ideas of combat, wide-enemy variety, and progression. If you're tired of the same old hack-and-slash titles, give this one a try.
Spirit of the North 2 is a rare kind of game. It doesn’t yell to get your attention. It whispers. And if you listen, really listen, you’ll find a story that’s quietly profound, a world that’s richly textured, and an experience that leaves a mark. It’s not for players who crave constant action or explicit storytelling. But if you’re patient, curious, and willing to let a game move at its own pace, you’ll be rewarded with one of the most beautiful and emotionally satisfying journeys I’ve played in years.
Deck of Haunts is a unique take on the card-based roguelite genre that started spawning after Slay the Spire‘s commercial success. It’s a very addictive game – I found myself losing hours as I played through multiple runs, trying to count down to Day 28. Players who do not like card-based mechanics in their games should stay away, as this game has cards (a lot of them), and a lot of spooky ones at that.
Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is an excellent combination of a good roguelite experience with an increasingly interesting narrative. The game picks up after ACT 1, and makes the game tenfold better with abilities, difficulty and the narrative depth. This indie game has perfectly hit all the marks for being a very enjoyable roguelike game, and hits it out of the park for its replayability options.
If you didn’t vibe with the humor or exploratory pace of the first game, this sequel won’t change your mind. But if you’re into weird sci-fi, smart level design, and biting satire, this is absolutely worth your time.
Driving down the highway of Averno City while taking in the sights, with the occasional arrests for misdemeanors and felonies, is definitely a policeman’s dream come true. I’m not sure about the dark overtone set at the beginning of the game, but the “policing” part of it is something that players can spend hours on, and not get bored. It definitely sucks that the story didn’t have much progression from whatever was seen in the initial Steam Next Fest demo.
If you're looking for an easy rogue-lite power fantasy, KIBORG probably isn't for you. But if you crave skill-based progression, gritty cyberpunk horror, and gameplay that demands and respects your mastery, it's absolutely worth your time. Sobaka Studio created something savage, compelling, and refreshingly old-school in its respect for player skill. KIBORG is a sleeper hit that deserves a spot in the conversation alongside the best in the genre. I'm still not done with it, and I don't think I will be anytime soon.
The publisher argues that while Captain Blood might rate as a 4/10 today, it would’ve scored a 7.5/10 back in the mid-2000s. But let’s be honest—even if this game had launched on its original schedule, it would’ve still been panned. Broken mechanics don’t magically become acceptable just because they’re old. As someone who values game preservation, I respect the effort to revive lost projects, but that doesn’t excuse selling a fundamentally unfinished product—especially one that may never be properly fixed. Dodge Captain Blood like your character dodges non-existent i-frames.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a fantastic RPG that makes turn based combat far more engaging through the real time mechanics. But what truly fuels the game is the extremely original writing, characters with depth, and mechanics that allows you to absorb the story the right way, while also giving you space to explore the game as you like.
If you enjoy puzzle-solving adventures with a strong emotional core, BOKURA: Planet is a wonderful journey.
Commandos: Origins aims to take players back to the glory days of PC gaming when niche strategy games thrived, and it almost succeeds. The changes made to make the game suit a modern player base are good and well appreciated, even by veterans like me. But, in its current condition, there are just way too many bugs for the game to be enjoyed properly. I’d recommend waiting for a few patches to drop and then getting it on sale. It’s good to see Commandos back in action!
Shotgun Cop Man is a tightly designed, endlessly replayable platformer that stands out in a crowded genre. Its weapon-based movement system is more than a gimmick, it’s the foundation for one of the most engaging and rewarding platforming experiences in years.
Mandragora: Whispiers of the Witch Tree isn’t just another entry in the action RPG genre—it’s a living, breathing world that challenges you to be smarter, faster, and more resourceful with everything at your disposal. It’s highly polished with responsive controls that make every encounter challenging yet fair.
Detective Dostson is our favourite Made In India Game, that simply knocks it out of the park for its Narrative, Mechanics, and Design. The game feels very polished and fluid, and will have something for you to do with each character you walk past. The only thing which put me back is the total playtime, which is barely 2.5 hours for me. But the hope carries on with the wait for the free DLC episode. At the price of ₹500 for the Indian audience, it’s already a bargain for the quality offered.
Lushfoil Photography Sim isn’t trying to be everything. It’s focused, intentional, and confident in what it offers: a quiet, creative space to observe and capture beauty. For players who crave speed and stimulation, it might feel empty. But for those willing to slow down, to look closely, and to create, it offers something rich, calming, and surprisingly emotional. It’s not just a virtual camera sim. It’s a meditative tool. A way to engage with art and nature in one of the most honest formats I’ve seen in gaming. And that’s worth celebrating.
Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy is a faithful remake made with love by people who care for the game and for the legacy of Benoît Sokal. It’s certainly made for people who grew up with the original and might disappoint ones who are used to more complex adventure games. But if you like Amerzone and what it stands for, Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy certainly won’t disappoint. Pouring one out for Sokal. May you rest in power.
After hours of playing, Steel Seed has earned a spot as one of my favorite stealth games in recent memory. It’s not flashy. It’s not trying to reinvent the genre. But what it does, it does with care, style, and substance. This is a game for players who like to think their way through a challenge, who enjoy immersive worlds that don’t yell at you, and who appreciate games that respect your time and intelligence. If that sounds like you, give Steel Seed your attention. It deserves it.
Shadow of the Orient simply smashes it out of the park for being a challenging platformer, especially for the price. While having a good narrative or a well-planned progression system might not be what the game focused on, it still delivers an excellent platformer while having well-built fighting mechanics. The grind is there and is easily fixable by a patch, but until then, you’ll have to spend some time before the game can get really good.
Tempest Rising might as well be one of the best strategy games of the year, where the release calendar does look to have a lot of strategy games on the horizon. This is definitely a game that’s worth a buy for anyone who wanted a Zero Hour 2 to be made by Electronic Arts for the Command and Conquer franchise. This is also worth a buy for casuals wanting to check out a new RTS game on their slightly new PC/laptop.
Spilled! is a short, peaceful experience that delivers exactly what it promises: a chill cleanup game with a satisfying loop and a subtle environmental message. It’s not deep or complex, but it nails the vibe and makes you feel good while playing. If you enjoy low-pressure games that let you unwind while doing something simple and rewarding, this one’s worth your time.