Welcome to our Game Reviews hub: Your one-stop list of thoughtful, player-first reviews for Xbox, PlayStation, PC (Steam, itch.io, Epic Games), VR, and Nintendo Switch titles. We test across hardware and playstyles, covering visuals, controls, performance, narrative, and long-term appeal. Whether you’re hunting for the next multiplayer obsession, a VR experience that truly immerses, or the best Switch pick-up-and-play, find clear ratings, concise pros and cons, and a final recommendation to help you decide fast. New reviews added regularly. Check out Open Critic and Metacritic for more reviews!
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GAME REVIEWS
Honest, hands-on reviews of some of the best Xbox, PlayStation, PC (Steam, itch.io, Epic Games), VR, and Nintendo Switch games.
Mario Tennis Fever (Reviewed February 10, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Nintendo Switch 2
"Mario Tennis Fever blends classic arcade energy with refined mechanics, delivering one of the most fun and competitive Mario sports games to date."
Meowgenics (Reviewed February 7, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Mewgenics turns failure into evolution, blending brutal tactics with dark humor to create one of the most rewarding roguelikes you can lose yourself in."
Running Fable Petite Party (Reviewed February 5, 2026) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A mischievous, couch-friendly party game: loud, silly, and imperfect in the best possible way."
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (Reviewed February 5, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A patient, heartfelt reimagining that honors its legacy while smoothing the journey for a new generation."
Code Vein II (Reviewed February 4, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A hauntingly beautiful, emotionally grounded sequel that perfects Code Vein’s vision through style, sound, and self-expression."
Street Racer Collection (Reviewed February 3, 2026) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
"A rowdy, nostalgia‑soaked party racer, delightfully chaotic in multiplayer, imperfect but lovable in preservation."
Saborus (Reviewed February 2, 2026) Score 5.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A striking idea hampered by rough execution: compelling in flashes, frustrating in practice."
A Webbing Journey (Reviewed February 1, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"A sticky, joyful sandbox that rewards curiosity: messy, charming, and endlessly inventive."
Land of Mushrooms (Reviewed February 1, 2026) Score 5.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A cozy, well-made merge puzzle that charms in short bursts but doesn’t do enough to justify a higher score."
Earth Must Die (Reviewed January 31, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A relentless, metal-driven arena shooter that thrives on speed, skill, and controlled chaos."
Sushi Ben (Reviewed January 30, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A warm, wacky love letter to slice-of-life anime: brimming with charm, but still rough around the edges."
Toree Saturn (Reviewed January 30, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A tiny, turbocharged platformer that proves speed and charm can outshine scope, Toree is a blast to master."
Ship of Fools (Reviewed January 30, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"A joyous, chaotic co-op roguelite that rewards teamwork and creativity, one of the best two-player runs you can have."
Apartment 129 (Reviewed January 29, 2026) Score 6.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox
"A haunting concept with filmic moments, but the execution trips over pacing and controls."
Blood Country (Reviewed January 25, 2026) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A harsh, haunting road through ruin, where survival feels earned and safety is never guaranteed."
MIO: Memories in Orbit (Reviewed January 22, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on PC
"A gentle, reflective journey through loss and reconstruction, where every step forward feels like a small act of healing."
Digger Beach (Reviewed January 20, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
"A warm, relaxing pixel adventure that proves sometimes digging slowly is exactly the point."
Golf With Your Friends (Reviewed January 20, 2026) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A riotous, endlessly replayable party game: messy, maddening, and absolutely worth the price of admission."
The Real Face of a Vtuber (Reviewed January 19, 2026) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A clever, character-first mystery that turns livestream sleuthing into courtroom fireworks."
Heroes of Mount Dragon (Reviewed January 19, 2026) Score 5.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox
"A visually bold brawler with great ideas, hamstrung by control and performance issues that keep it from taking flight."
Undivine (Reviewed January 18, 2026) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox
"A moody, discovery-driven metroidvania with bright ideas: promising and enjoyable, but held back by combat and navigation rough edges."
Starward Rogue (Reviewed January 17, 2026) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox
"A frantic, toy-filled roguelite with brilliant highs and a few clarity and pacing bumps: great for experimentation, less so for narrative payoff."
Air Hares (Reviewed January 17, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
"A sunny, clever riff on retro shooters: joyful, approachable, and surprisingly satisfying, even if it keeps things compact."
Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Visions of Four Heroes (Reviewed January 16, 2026) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"A focused, dramatic return to the battlefield that proves Dynasty Warriors still knows how to make legends feel larger than life."
Tin Can (Reviewed January 16, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox
"A rewarding, nerve‑wracking sim for players who love fixing things under pressure: brilliant in concept, a little rough at the edges."
Iris and the Giant (Reviewed January 16, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox
"A compact, poetic deckbuilder; challenging, intimate, and quietly memorable."
Weedcraft Inc. (Reviewed January 15, 2026) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox
"A smart, morally messy business sim: ambitious and rewarding, if you can tolerate the rough edges."
The Last Ninja Collection (Reviewed January 14, 2026) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
"A lovingly curated time capsule: essential for retro fans and a brilliant primer for anyone curious about gaming’s formative years."
Terraformers (Reviewed January 14, 2026) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on Xbox
"A brilliant, endlessly replayable terraforming sim, strategy and spectacle in perfect balance."
Dune Crawl (Reviewed January 13, 2026) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Dune Crawl transforms cooperation into survival, tasking players with commanding a towering crawler across a beautifully hand-drawn desert where every journey is unpredictable, chaotic, and uniquely shared."
Headbangers: Rhythm Royale (Reviewed January 13, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“A goofy, high-energy rhythm romp that’s pure fun with friends, but it needs a full flock to truly shine.”
Magic Forge (Reviewed January 13, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
"Every hammer strike echoes through the realm: forge with care, and history will remember your name."
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
"Every hammer strike echoes through the realm: forge with care, and history will remember your name."
Cultist Simulator (Reviewed January 12, 2026) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
“A game that punishes ignorance and rewards curiosity: mysterious, unforgiving, and quietly brilliant.”
“A game that punishes ignorance and rewards curiosity: mysterious, unforgiving, and quietly brilliant.”
Conscript: Director’s Cut (Reviewed January 11, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“A harrowing, meticulously crafted survival horror: brutal, thoughtful, and impossible to forget.”
“A harrowing, meticulously crafted survival horror: brutal, thoughtful, and impossible to forget.”
Flesh Made Fear (Reviewed January 11, 2026) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“A brutal, beautiful throwback—if you crave the slow burn of classic survival horror, Flesh Made Fear will consume you in the best possible way.”
“A brutal, beautiful throwback—if you crave the slow burn of classic survival horror, Flesh Made Fear will consume you in the best possible way.”
Fly Corp (Reviewed January 10, 2026) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
“Ambitious and rewarding when it clicks, but expect turbulence, this one’s for planners who don’t mind a rough landing.”
“Ambitious and rewarding when it clicks, but expect turbulence, this one’s for planners who don’t mind a rough landing.”
Trolls vs Vikings Reborn (Reviewed January 09, 2026) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“A rowdy, strategic love letter to lane defense, brutal when it needs to be, brilliantly playful when it doesn’t.”
“A rowdy, strategic love letter to lane defense, brutal when it needs to be, brilliantly playful when it doesn’t.”
Cloud Cats' Land (Reviewed January 08, 2026) Score 10/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on PC
“A tiny island of wonders: adorable, clever, and utterly irresistible; a perfect little escape for anyone who loves puzzles and cats.”
“A tiny island of wonders: adorable, clever, and utterly irresistible; a perfect little escape for anyone who loves puzzles and cats.”
Aerosurfer (Reviewed January 05, 2026) Score 8/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Metaquest
“A visceral rush of speed and rhythm: master the line, shave the time, and feel every glorious millisecond.”
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Metaquest
“A visceral rush of speed and rhythm: master the line, shave the time, and feel every glorious millisecond.”
Plants vs Zombies: Replanted (Reviewed January 02, 2026) Score 9/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“Replanted revives a classic with bright visuals and smart new modes, rough at launch, but now a delightful way to defend the backyard.”
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“Replanted revives a classic with bright visuals and smart new modes, rough at launch, but now a delightful way to defend the backyard.”
Biped 2 (Reviewed January 02, 2026) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
“A joyful, clumsy masterpiece of teamwork: bring friends, bring patience, and expect to laugh your way through every rescue.”
Moonshine Inc. (Reviewed December 31, 2025) Score 4.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Moonshine Inc. is an ambitious and characterful management sim with satisfying crafting systems and a memorable setting. Its core mechanics reward careful planning and optimization, and the narrative progression across regions adds meaningful variety. However, persistent stability issues and a clunky UI significantly undermine the experience for many players. With continued developer support and targeted fixes, this title could become a standout in the simulation space."
Pipe Dream Co. (Reviewed December 31, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Pipe Dream Co. is a charming, tactile MR puzzle game that rewards spatial thinking and quick hands. Hand tracking and two‑hand interactions make placement feel satisfying, recent visual and UI updates sharpen readability, and Challenge Badges add meaningful replay goals. A few comfort and QoL options (seated mode, puzzle repositioning) would broaden appeal, and the earliest jobs can feel a touch simple, but for $3.99 this is an excellent, low‑risk pick for MR puzzle fans and speedrunners alike."
Defend the Rook (Reviewed December 31, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Defend the Rook is a well‑crafted, approachable hybrid that rewards planning and experimentation. Its turn‑based tempo and deep choice space make for satisfying tactical puzzles, and randomized upgrades keep runs lively. However, uneven difficulty scaling, occasional runaway synergies, and some overlapping subclass identities prevent it from reaching higher marks. A great pick for players who prefer thoughtful strategy over frantic tower defense, with room for balance polish."
Polterguys: Possession Party (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Polterguys: Possession Party is a raucous, charming party game that nails social chaos and emergent hilarity. It’s easy to pick up, endlessly replayable with friends, and packed with personality thanks to its costumes, toys, and physics‑first interactions. Balance issues, occasional bot and map quirks, and a mildly grindy progression loop hold it back from higher marks, but the core experience; creative sabotage, laugh‑out‑loud moments, and strong party energy, makes it a solid buy for multiplayer fans."
Darkway: Murder of King Mere (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Darkway: Murder of King Mere is a finely crafted indie mystery that delivers rich writing, memorable characters, and a painterly world that rewards careful play. Its branching cases and emotional payoffs make it a standout for narrative‑first players, even as occasional traversal quirks and a few rough edges keep it from perfection. Highly recommended for fans of investigative, replayable storytelling at a modest price."
Game Settings (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Game Settings is an inventive, quietly unsettling experiment that turns a mundane UI into a meaningful gameplay loop. The demo’s core mechanic and moments of discovery are compelling, and its atmosphere is consistently strong, but deliberate opacity and a limited three‑day slice keep it from feeling fully realized. Worth playing for curious, patient players; others may prefer to wait for more clarity and content."
Faire Trade (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Faire Trade has a warm aesthetic and promising systems, but Early Access roughness holds it back. The room‑perk design and expanded crafting add meaningful depth, yet inconsistent UI, inventory friction, and an underpopulated village turn otherwise enjoyable loops into occasional busywork. It’s a solid foundation that needs targeted QoL and content updates to reach its potential."
Donnie’s Delicious Nuclear Funeral (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC - Steam
"The demo is a near‑perfect showcase of tone, design, and personality. It pairs razor‑sharp writing with striking hand‑drawn art, clever puzzles, and a one‑day timer that makes every choice feel meaningful. For fans of darkly comic, choice‑driven adventures, this preview delivers everything you could want and leaves you eager for the full game."
Infect Cam (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Infect Cam delivers a compelling co‑op premise and tense body‑cam atmosphere that shine in coordinated multiplayer, but launch‑day roughness; uneven AI, balance quirks, and technical polish, keeps it from reaching its full potential. Worth playing with friends now for emergent moments and future promise; solo players may want to wait for further fixes and the Swarm Siege update."
The Cabin Factory (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"The Cabin Factory is a smart, tightly focused horror vignette that delivers sustained atmosphere, clever anomaly design, and a quietly affecting narrative thread. Its simple inspector loop sharpens tension and makes every choice matter, while minimalist sound and staging amplify dread without relying on cheap shocks. The short runtime and subtle storytelling hold it back from perfection for some players, but at its price and scope it’s a polished, highly recommendable experience for fans of liminal, psychological horror."
Little Problems (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Little Problems is a near‑perfect cozy detective: warm, clever, and deeply satisfying. Melinda’s hand‑drawn art and the game’s gentle soundscape make every vignette feel lovingly crafted, while the handcrafted puzzles reward curiosity and careful thinking. The hint system keeps frustration low without diluting the joy of discovery, and the game’s humane tone turns deduction into an act of kindness. A few late‑game beats and the finale could use tighter clueing, but those are small blemishes on an otherwise delightful, memorable experience."
CloverPit (iOS & Andriod) (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on iOS
"CloverPit is a brilliantly twisted rogue‑lite that turns gambling anxiety into a solvable, addictive puzzle. Tight item synergies, meaningful meta progression, and a claustrophobic, darkly comic atmosphere make each run feel urgent and rewarding. The mobile port captures the original’s momentum, and with a few targeted fixes; smoother charm browsing, full‑screen support, cloud saves, and continued performance tuning, it’s poised to be a must‑play on phones."
A Game About Digging A Hole (Reviewed December 20, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A Game About Digging A Hole is a small, sincere delight: tactile digging, a satisfying upgrade loop, and a warm, minimalist personality deliver excellent value at a coffee‑price. It’s perfect for short breaks and casual completionists, with surprising replayability for collectors. A few targeted fixes; more late‑game goals, clearer achievement tracking, and improved stability around cutscenes, would lift it from a charming diversion to a lasting indie favorite."
Plagun - The Plague Goes On (Reviewed December 18, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Plagun - The Plague Goes On is a tightly tuned, stylish roguelike that delivers brutal, bite‑sized runs packed with inventive weaponry and mask‑driven buildcraft. Its fast, twitchy combat and grim pixel atmosphere make each 15–20 minute session feel meaningful, and the corpse‑based meta progression keeps you chasing one more run. Controller polish, clearer visual readouts in hectic fights, and expanded content would push it from excellent to essential, but as it stands this is a highly replayable indie shooter with serious charm."
BREAKING DECK (Reviewed December 18, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"BREAKING DECK is a riotous, skill‑forward party racer that nails spectacle and social play. Its trick‑driven movement and live track‑building create frantic, memorable races where mastery and mischief both pay off. Beta rough edges; onboarding, matchmaking, and balance; hold it back from perfection, but the core systems deliver high replay value, highlight‑ready moments, and strong multiplayer hooks that make it well worth following."
Corporation Liberty (Reviewed December 18, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Corporation Liberty is a compelling co‑op experiment that turns mundane labor into high‑stakes drama. Its shared‑terminal design produces tense, unforgettable moments of teamwork, betrayal, and improvisation, while the facility’s oppressive atmosphere sells every shift’s moral weight. Beta roughness; steep onboarding, occasional balance spikes, and reliance on coordinated groups, keeps it from perfection, but the core systems already deliver a distinct, replayable multiplayer experience worth following."
Scrabdackle (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Scrabdackle is a near‑masterpiece of handcrafted indie design: gorgeous frame‑by‑frame animation, memorable multi‑phase bosses, and a soundtrack that elevates every encounter. Act 1 delivers a generous, curiosity‑driven world with satisfying spellcraft and discovery; remaining mechanical niggles and navigation friction are minor blemishes on an otherwise exceptional solo effort."
Codex Mortis (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Codex Mortis delivers a compelling systems‑first bullet‑hell built around creative spell synergies, satisfying buildcraft, and chaotic co‑op spectacle. Recent balance and UX improvements make the early game more approachable, and the visible synergy feedback turns each run into a rewarding experiment. Remaining rough edges and tuning needs keep it from perfection, but the core loop and combo potential make this a standout demo worth following to full release."
Sweet Surrender (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Sweet Surrender delivers exhilarating, momentum‑driven VR shooting with crisp weapon feel, fluid traversal, and excellent performance on a wide range of headsets. Its arcade roguelite loop is immediately satisfying and addictive for short, intense runs. Repetitive enemy archetypes, a narrow upgrade meta, and occasional polish issues prevent it from reaching higher marks, but active developer support and strong moment‑to‑moment gameplay make it a highly recommended pick for players who prioritize speed, feel, and accessibility in VR."
ZOE Begone! (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"ZOE Begone! is a vibrant, loud, and mechanically deep shooter. It’s a love letter to arcade history and a showcase of solo-developer creativity that shouldn't be slept on."
Towers & Powers (Reviewed December 15, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Towers & Powers is a confident VR tower‑defense that turns classic strategy into tactile, godlike moments. It earns high marks for comfortable VR design, satisfying tower merges, and tense, clutch gameplay that makes the format feel earned. Minor control pacing issues, a modest tower roster, and a few platform polish quirks keep it from scoring higher, but the core loop and presentation deliver consistent, replayable fun."
Dark Quest 4 (Reviewed December 15, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Dark Quest 4 is a competent, approachable tactical dungeon crawler with smart map design, satisfying co‑op, and a powerful Creator Mode that extends its lifespan. It earns points for accessible combat, clear role design, and community tools, but falls short of higher marks due to a short campaign, limited progression depth, balance and RNG issues, and pared‑down visual polish. Great for quick, thoughtful sessions and user‑made content; less compelling for players seeking deep, long‑term RPG progression."
Letter Lost (Reviewed December 15, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Letter Lost is a quietly compelling workplace mystery that turns mundane tasks into a slow‑burn puzzle. The demo’s tactile loop, characterful NPCs, and economical writing create a strong, uncanny atmosphere that rewards curiosity and replay. Minor deductions come from the demo’s brevity and a wish for deeper mechanical variety and longer stretches of investigation, but what’s here is polished, intriguing, and promises more as the full game expands."
Cyber Rats (Reviewed December 14, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Cyber Rats is a compelling, punishing rogue‑lite that nails atmosphere and emergent tension. Its procedural mazes and lethal hazards create relentless, bite‑sized runs that reward quick thinking and adaptability, while meaningful meta progression and active post‑launch updates add depth and replay value. Minor deductions come from occasional balance roughness and a desire for more modes or long‑term systems, but for players who crave high‑stakes survival horror with a grim, inventive twist, it’s a strong, memorable package."
PancitoMerge (Reviewed December 14, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"PancitoMerge earns a 9.0 / 10 for a delightful, art‑forward merge puzzle that nails charm, accessibility, and tactile satisfaction. Its simple mechanics and customer requests create a surprisingly strategic rhythm, and Vanila’s pan dulce art elevates every moment. Minor deductions come from limited mode variety and a short overall runtime, but for bite‑sized, repeatable fun with leaderboard teeth, it’s a sweet win."
Donna: The Canine Quest (Reviewed December 14, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Donna: The Canine Quest scores 9.5 / 10 for a near‑perfect indie action‑RPG that delivers delightful pixel charm, tight and rewarding combat, and progression systems that encourage experimentation. Its presentation and pacing make every hour feel purposeful, and boss encounters provide genuine highlights. Minor deductions come from a relatively short campaign and a few QoL gaps, but those quibbles don’t diminish a thoroughly enjoyable, highly replayable experience."
Nocturia (Reviewed December 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Nocturia earns 8.0 / 10 for a tightly focused indie horror that excels at atmosphere and sound‑driven tension. It delivers memorable jump scares, purposeful puzzle design, and a compelling central mystery in a compact runtime, while developer patches have smoothed rough edges. Deductions come from occasional pixel‑hunt frustrations and a brief overall length, but those issues don’t overshadow a well‑crafted, high‑impact fright."
Bob The Brick Breaker (Reviewed December 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Bob The Brick Breaker earns 8.0 out of 10: a tightly tuned arcade package that nails responsiveness, escalating challenge, and multiplayer variety. Its addictive score‑chasing loop and clear presentation make for countless quick runs and meaningful competitive moments. The score reflects a few limits, light long‑term progression and occasional difficulty swings from randomness, but these are refinements rather than dealbreakers for fans of fast, skill‑based arcade play."
Dungeon Arsenal (Reviewed December 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Dungeon Arsenal earns 8.0 out of 10: a tightly designed, addictive card roguelite that nails the flip‑and‑fight loop and offers satisfying mid‑run choices. Its clear presentation, strong relic synergies, and bite‑sized runs make it easy to pick up and hard to put down. The score reflects a few notable limits; system clarity for newcomers, occasional pacing swings from randomness, and a desire for deeper late‑game meta, but these are refinements rather than fatal flaws, and the core experience remains highly enjoyable."
Quantum Threshold (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Quantum Threshold scores 9.0 out of 10: a daring, finely tuned experiment in seated VR that transforms accessibility into a core gameplay identity. Its momentum‑driven wheelchair combat, modular build systems, and roguelike risk‑reward loop deliver consistently thrilling runs, and when upgrades click the game reaches moments of pure, kinetic joy. Remaining rough edges; tutorial clarity, comfort options, and a few technical bugs, keep it from perfection, but they’re fixable and don’t obscure how original and compelling the core design is."
Hotel Infinity (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Hotel Infinity earns an 8.5 out of 10: a beautifully focused roomscale experiment that delivers rare, embodied presence and clever, perception‑bending puzzles. Its strengths; seamless portal work, refined architectural visuals, and a haunting soundtrack; create moments of genuine wonder, while natural walking as the primary input produces an unmatched sense of immersion. The score reflects a few tradeoffs: a compact runtime, niche appeal for players without the recommended 2 m × 2 m play area, and occasional minor glitches that can interrupt flow. For players who value spatial design and experiential VR over long campaigns, it’s a high‑value, memorable stay."
Laser Dance (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Laser Dance scores 9.0 out of 10: a near‑perfect mixed‑reality party game that turns your living room into a cinematic obstacle course. It pairs immediate, kinetic movement with intelligent room mapping, polished telegraphing, and thoughtful accessibility options, delivering instant social fun and surprisingly deep skill play. Minor performance hiccups on lower‑end headsets and the need for more long‑term content keep it from perfection, but the launch package already feels complete, addictive, and exceptionally well executed."
Cave Crave (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Cave Crave earns an 8.0 out of 10: a finely tuned VR spelunking sim that nails atmosphere, tactile climbing, and authentic cave design. Its faithful recreations, satisfying physics‑first movement, and the new Arcade Mode deliver both contemplative exploration and high‑intensity runs. Difficulty spikes and limited seated/controller options hold it back from perfection, but steady updates and the promise of multiplayer make this a compelling pick for explorers, climbers, and speedrunners."
Neolithic Dawn (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Neolithic Dawn scores 7.0 out of 10: a bold, imaginative survival sandbox whose physics‑first crafting, taming loop, and generational permadeath deliver genuinely memorable emergent moments. The v0.9.5 update improves onboarding and performance, especially on Quest 3, but persistent stability issues, rough UI/inventory flows, and occasional physics glitches keep the experience from reaching its full potential. Best for players who enjoy experimental Early Access projects and cooperative improvisation; those seeking a polished, bug‑free survival title should wait for further refinement."
Wordomi (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Wordomi earns a 7.5 out of 10: the Lexicon Expanded update meaningfully improves variety and polish; larger word lists, clearer clues, and smoother hand tracking make solves more satisfying; yet the experience still leans toward short, tactile sessions rather than deep, long‑term progression. Great for word‑game fans who enjoy mixed‑reality interaction and bite‑sized challenges; newcomers should expect a brief learning curve for precise hand controls and would welcome stronger reward systems to sustain extended play."
Jacked Up (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Jacked Up earns a 7.0 out of 10 for delivering a tight, high‑energy arcade climb with a memorable premise and satisfying twitch mechanics. The core bouncing feels excellent and the livestream‑style showmanship adds a fun risk‑and‑reward layer, but the surrounding meta and late‑game variety are a bit thin; once you’ve mastered the physics, runs can grow repetitive and a few polish issues interrupt the flow."
Unboxathon (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Unboxathon scores 7.0 out of 10 for turning a simple, delightful mechanic into a well‑crafted incremental loop. The tactile popping, charming presentation, and layered upgrades make it immediately fun, and the collection goals add meaningful long‑term hooks. It loses points for occasional pacing dips, limited late‑game variety, and a few polish gaps, but at the current $6.99 price it’s an easy recommendation for fans of casual clickers and collectors."
Haymaker (Reviewed December 8, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Haymaker earns an 8.5 out of 10 for delivering a visceral, physics‑first VR brawler with satisfying body‑driven combat and emergent, sandboxy encounters. The core systems; weighty hand interactions, gesture kicks, adaptive AI, and active ragdoll reactions; are already fun and responsive, producing memorable knockouts and improvised moments. Early Access rough edges remain: prototype environments, limited progression, and presentation polish hold it back from a higher score. At the current $14.99 EA price, it’s a strong buy for players who want to shape development and experience the combat as it evolves."
Exit Condition One HD (Reviewed December 7, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Exit Condition One HD earns a 9.0 out of 10 for delivering a tactile, thoughtfully designed VR escape‑room: inventive puzzles, reliable physics‑driven interactions, and a satisfying escalation from cramped chamber to cathedral‑scale finale. Minor fiddliness in a few minigames and a short learning curve for VR newcomers keep it from perfection, but responsive post‑launch support and strong replay hooks make this an excellent, high‑value pick for puzzle and VR fans."
无名归宿 NobodyNowhere (Reviewed December 7, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"无名归宿 NobodyNowhere earns a 9.0 out of 10 for delivering a tightly edited, emotionally resonant sci‑fi experience: superb pixel animation, a haunting soundtrack, and a morally complex narrative that rewards attention. Its pacing, dual perspectives, and integrated BCI/cyberspace moments elevate the game beyond its three‑hour runtime, while a few fiddly minigames and occasionally blurred scene transitions keep it from perfection. At $9.99 with a free demo, it’s an excellent, low‑risk purchase for fans of narrative pixel games."
Deadly Delivery (Reviewed December 7, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Deadly Delivery earns a high score for nailing VR social design: its tactile physics, spatial audio, and proximity voice chat create emergent, laugh‑out‑loud moments and pulse‑racing scares that feel impossible on a flat screen. The procedural mines, memorable bestiary, and meaningful progression systems combine to make every shift feel fresh and consequential, while the game’s low price and high replay value make it an irresistible buy for groups. When played with friends, runs become unforgettable shared stories, equal parts terror and comedy, and the experience delivers on both craft and charm with rare, wholehearted confidence."
Onirism (Reviewed December 6, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A wildly creative, joyfully chaotic action‑platformer that delivers frequent moments of inspired design and pure fun, tempered by technical roughness that’s fixable with focused post‑launch polish."
Alchemists (Reviewed December 6, 2025) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A promising co‑op horror experience with a strong core loop and great social moments, but one that’s held back by visibility, stability, and clarity issues that frequently interrupt the fun."
Captured (Reviewed December 6, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A near‑perfect analog horror experience that turns a simple, elegant premise into sustained dread and delight. It’s polished, inventive, and consistently tense, delivering memorable runs that stick with you long after you stop playing."
Heistfest (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A thrilling, high‑octane prototype that nails the core fantasy of being a legendary getaway driver, but still needs broader variety and a few polish passes to reach its full potential."
Turnbound (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A smart, addictive prototype that delivers a fresh twist on autobattlers through inventory‑first design. The demo already offers compelling strategic depth and a satisfying feedback loop, but balance roughness and onboarding friction keep it from being a higher score right now."
Sanatorium - A Mental Asylum Simulator (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"An original, thematically bold indie that nails atmosphere and moral tension but is held back by a deliberately restrictive core loop and a handful of polish and UI issues."
The Last Case of John Morley (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 6.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"An evocative, well‑staged noir that often nails mood and presentation but is held back by shallow mechanics, visible asset shortcuts, and a runtime that feels too brief for its ambitions."
Date Everything! (Reviewed December 3, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Date Everything! is one of the most inventive dating‑sim experiments in recent memory. It’s polished, funny, and frequently touching, an easy recommendation for anyone who wants a fresh, voice‑forward take on romance games."
Rune Ark (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"An inventive, atmospheric match‑3 roguelite with satisfying tactical combat and meaningful narrative hooks, held back in this build by critical technical issues and some UX gaps."
Ex‑Zodiac (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A solid, nostalgia‑driven rail shooter with memorable boss encounters and a great soundtrack, held back by control quirks, pacing inconsistencies, and systems that need clearer feedback to reward mastery."
The Spell Brigade (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A near‑complete, joyfully chaotic co‑op roguelite that turns spellcraft into social spectacle. It delivers deep, emergent gameplay, excellent multiplayer moments, and a developer team that iterates quickly; only a few balance and progression rough edges keep it from perfection."
SEDAP! (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A flavorful, inventive co‑op hybrid that delivers joyful kitchen chaos and charming exploration, but still needs tighter late‑stage design and additional polish to reach its full potential."
Duskpunk (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑complete narrative RPG that marries tabletop tension with rich worldbuilding and emotionally resonant writing. It’s one of those rare indie games where mechanics, art, and story amplify each other, producing a memorable, replayable experience that only stumbles in a few late‑game rhythms."
INMOST (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A haunting, artful puzzle‑platformer with a focused emotional core and excellent atmosphere, but one that occasionally frustrates with sparse combat cadence and unresolved narrative threads."
Nice Day for Fishing (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A warm, inventive pixel‑RPG that turns fishing into tactical combat and town restoration. It’s charming, approachable, and packed with personality, but a few pacing and repetition issues keep it from being exceptional."
Kingdom of Night (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Kingdom of Night refines a bold premise into a near‑complete experience; an emotionally charged, neon‑soaked night that combines tactical ARPG combat with cinematic storytelling and memorable set pieces. The demo shows confident design across combat, class depth, worldbuilding, and audio‑visual identity, leaving only a few polish items between a great game and a near‑classic."
Goblin Cleanup (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A wildly entertaining co‑op sandbox that turns a simple premise into sustained social comedy and emergent chaos. It’s polished, charming, and endlessly replayable with friends, delivering laugh‑out‑loud moments and satisfying runs even when things go sideways."
Dredge (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A near‑perfect blend of cozy seaside life and creeping cosmic dread. Its addictive progression loop, evocative presentation, and steady drip of mystery create an experience that’s both comforting and quietly unnerving, delivering memorable moments that linger long after you dock."
OVERLOOK (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A lovingly made, cozy hidden‑object game whose hand‑drawn charm and mellow pacing make it a delightful unwind experience, but its short runtime and a few polish gaps keep it from being essential."
Diplomacy Is Not an Option (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"An ambitious, tactile RTS with spectacular scale and satisfying systems, held back by a punishing difficulty curve and occasional polish issues. It’s a compelling sandbox for players who love emergent siegecraft and logistics, but not the most welcoming entry for casual or time‑pressed strategists."
UMAMI (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑perfect cozy puzzler that delivers tactile joy, gorgeous hand‑painted dioramas, and a deeply soothing atmosphere. It’s a compact, lovingly made experience that nails its brief: calming, sensory puzzle play that rewards curiosity and slow, deliberate interaction."
Flotsam (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A thoughtful, optimistic city‑builder that turns ocean detritus into a warm, systems‑driven community. The 1.0 update adds narrative weight, specialist depth, and meaningful mechanical upgrades that elevate the core loop, though more endgame goals and continued polish would push it higher."
Whimside (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A charming, well‑crafted desktop companion with delightful creature design and satisfying decorative systems, but one that feels light on long‑term content and needs tighter economy and automation options to fully deliver on its ambient promise."
Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A wildly confident indie shooter that pairs handcrafted, ink‑drenched presentation with razor‑sharp, movement‑first combat. It’s loud, funny, and relentlessly playable; a few accessibility and polish fixes would make it indispensable."
Deep Space Exploitation (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A confident, polished debut from a solo developer that turns simple premises into rich, emergent gameplay. Its physics‑first systems, tactile presentation, and tight risk‑vs‑reward loop deliver consistently memorable runs, and the game’s modest price makes it an easy recommendation."
Little Corners (Reviewed November 26, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A delightful, meditative creative toy that turns the tactile joy of sticker books into a soothing digital ritual: gorgeous, hand‑drawn art, expressive little critters, and ASMR‑leaning peel‑and‑place feedback make every composition feel rewarding. It’s an easy recommendation for anyone who loves cozy, low‑pressure design play; perfect for short, calming breaks or long, exploratory sessions; but a few practical additions (a persistent gallery, a simple “room complete” flow, and richer export/sharing tools) would lift it from charming pastime to a truly indispensable creative tool."
Forever Skies (Reviewed November 26, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Forever Skies is a vivid, inventive survival game that turns its airship sandbox into a memorable centerpiece: research‑driven progression, satisfying scavenging loops, and a compact, emotionally resonant narrative deliver many standout moments. The score reflects a game with bold ideas and strong atmosphere that’s hampered by a handful of fixable issues; quality‑of‑life regressions (notably the removal of player signs), persistent pop‑ins and stutter in dense areas, and clunky UI/controls; that currently limit its multiplayer and long‑term appeal. With targeted QoL, performance, and UX patches, this could easily climb into the 9s."
Greenhearth Necromancer (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Greenhearth Necromancer earns a perfect score for delivering a rare blend of warmth, systems, and soul; a cozy sim that actually respects your time and emotions. Everything clicks: a soft, clever premise (necromancy as care), a semi‑idle loop that rewards both tinkering and gentle background play, and plant systems with surprising depth that invite experimentation without punishing curiosity. The cast and writing lend real heart to small moments, while the art, sound, and UI work together to make every interaction feel tactile and satisfying. Whether you want a calming companion running while you study or a niche playground for optimization and discovery, Greenhearth Necromancer feels complete, generous, and lovingly crafted; a ten out of ten for design, tone, and sheer charm."
Momento (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Momento nails a distinctive, emotionally resonant premise with tactile interactions and thoughtful writing. The demo demonstrates a clear design vision; objects that carry narrative weight, warm handcrafted presentation, and replayability driven by curiosity; which elevates it above many cozy sims and narrative experiments."
Expansion VR (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Expansion VR is promising and often fun: it nails accessibility, looks good, and the Campaign shows ambition. Right now it’s best suited to players who want a lightweight, motion‑driven RTS or who want to support an Early Access project with clear potential. With larger maps, deeper unit control, and stronger community support, Expansion could become a standout; in its current state it’s an intriguing, imperfect experiment worth watching."
GunX (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"GunX is a standout VR shooter that earns its score through a brilliantly original core loop: frantic, hands‑on gun assembly that turns every match into a tense test of speed, precision, and composure. PvP duels feel electric because the build phase matters as much as the firefight, the Zombie campaign scales tension with meaningful upgrades and gadgets, and two‑player co‑op turns panic into satisfying teamwork. The game’s tactile fidelity and high skill ceiling make mastery genuinely rewarding, and the Shooting Range provides a clean space to practice and improve. Minor deductions come from polish issues; rifle recoil tuning, finicky iron sights, and occasional grab/collision quirks; that sometimes interrupt flow; these are fixable with targeted updates and QoL tweaks. With those refinements, GunX has the potential to be essential for VR shooter fans; as it stands, it’s an exhilarating, high‑skill playground well worth your time."
Prison Boss Prohibition: Get Rich or Die Stitchin’ DLC (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Get Get Rich or Die Stitchin’ is a near‑perfect expansion that adds a fresh, tactile dimension to Prison Boss Prohibition. The Public Place is a charming, well‑designed stage for your illicit boutique, the Egg White Collars inject characterful humor and meaningful progression, and the new felting, stitching, dyeing, and leatherwork systems deliver deeply satisfying, hands‑on gameplay that rewards patience and teamwork."
Prison Boss Prohibition (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Prison Boss Prohibition is a near‑perfect example of what VR can do when a clever concept meets tactile design and social play. The core loop; pouring, rolling, and hustling under pressure; feels physically satisfying and consistently generates laugh‑out‑loud moments, especially in co‑op where emergent chaos becomes the game’s best feature. Progression systems, unlocks, and leaderboards give runs real purpose, while New Yolk City’s bright, absurd tone and customization options add personality and replay value."
Princess of the Water Lilies (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Princess of the Water Lilies is a near‑masterpiece of handcrafted platforming: a game whose artistry, sound design, and core mechanic coalesce into moments that feel cinematic and earned. The magical collar turns levels into living puzzles, the hand‑drawn biomes are endlessly inviting, and the orchestral score elevates both quiet exploration and high‑stakes boss encounters. When the design clicks; a perfectly timed purr, a bridge unfurling at the right beat, a boss pattern finally read; the payoff is genuinely memorable. The few deductions come from sharp difficulty spikes and occasional readability issues in hectic fights, which can make some encounters feel more punishing than purposeful. Those are fixable with clearer telegraphs, checkpoint tuning, and a few accessibility options."
Side Effects (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Side Effects earns a solid score for a bold, memorable core concept: pill roulette reimagined as a tactical, item‑driven duel that produces tense, laugh‑out‑loud moments in social play. The mechanics are tight, the risk‑reward decisions land, and a well‑timed vaccine or sabotage can create dramatic, table‑turning plays. Points are lost for thin single‑player progression, limited item and pill variety, and occasional pacing and balance issues in multiplayer that can stretch matches or let a single dominant item dictate outcomes."
Abra-Cooking‑Dabra (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Abra‑Cooking‑Dabra earns a high score for its inventive fusion of deckbuilding and culinary puzzling, its distinctive Wonderland charm, and a deeply satisfying loop of recipe discovery and optimization. The art, animation, and sound design give the café a memorable personality, and the pauseable, card‑driven gameplay rewards planning, creative combos, and careful resource juggling in a way that feels both clever and compulsively replayable. Points are docked for practical frictions; tight counter space, repetitive reselling for rare ingredients, uneven level pacing, and a handful of disruptive bugs; that occasionally turn a great run into a frustrating reset. Those issues are largely fixable, however, and they don’t erase the core pleasure of assembling elegant solutions under pressure. For players who enjoy methodical, card‑based strategy with a whimsical coat of paint, this is a strongly recommended pick, especially at a discount."
Dream Garden (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A serene, polished creative experience that soothes and inspires, Dream Garden already delivers a deeply satisfying toolkit for sculpting miniature landscapes. With a broader asset library, clearer UI thumbnails and catalog browsing, and more robust save/autosave and versioning safeguards, the game would transform from a delightful sandbox into a long‑term creative studio; one that invites repeated returns and ever more ambitious compositions."
Death Kid (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Death Kid is a polished, thrilling arcade brawler with an addictive core loop and excellent audiovisuals. Its main limitations are a modest content pool and a meta that leans toward grindy DPS checks rather than emergent buildcraft. With continued updates; more enemy types, in‑run modifiers, and richer temporary upgrades; it could easily climb higher. As it stands, it’s a highly recommended play for short, intense runs and anyone who values combat feel above all else."
Before Exit: Gas Station (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Before Exit: Gas Station is a reliably creepy, cleverly designed anomaly sim that rewards patience and careful play. With tighter UX and a few targeted fixes, it could easily score higher; as it stands, it’s a compelling recommendation for fans of methodical, replay‑driven experiences."
Before Exit: Supermarket (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Before Exit: Supermarket is a rewarding little loop with a memorable concept; fix the bugs and add a bit more mechanical variety, and it could easily climb into higher territory."
A Dream About Parking Lots (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A Dream About Parking Lots is a standout piece of interactive art: concise, beautifully written, and emotionally precise. It’s an essential play for anyone interested in how games can explore interiority and creative block, provided you’re comfortable with a short, deliberately spare experience and minor technical rough spots."
Electrician Simulator VR (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Electrician Simulator VR is an engaging, well‑crafted job sim that delivers the tactile satisfaction VR players crave and offers solid replay through DLC and challenges. It’s an easy recommend for anyone who enjoys hands‑on VR work and cozy, task‑driven games; just set your comfort options on first run and keep an eye on patches that tighten up stability and UX."
Devil Jam (Reviewed November 22, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Devil Jam is a compelling, stylish foundation with a standout core loop that’s best experienced in short bursts today. With expanded content, tighter balance, and a few quality‑of‑life changes around the grid and progression, it has clear potential to climb higher; it’s worth bookmarking or wishlisting for future updates."
Fatherhood (Reviewed November 22, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Fatherhood earns a 9.0 for turning caregiving into a mechanically rich, emotionally resonant stealth experience. The demo fuses tender, high‑stakes systems; hand‑holding constraints, the hugging mechanic, and meaningful moral choices; with a focused stealth loop and a haunting atmosphere. It feels polished, purposeful, and rare: a war story that plays like intimate human drama."
Night Swarm (Reviewed November 22, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Night Swarm earns an 8.0 for blending razor‑sharp roguelite systems with a charismatic, living hub. Its combat loop is tense and skillful, companions and Totems create compelling build variety, and biome mechanics add real tactical weight. Small polish and pacing issues, plus a handful of QoL and difficulty options still needed, keep it from a higher score; but what’s here is confident, fun, and full of potential."
Bittersweet Birthday (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Bittersweet Birthday pairs razor‑sharp, multi‑phase boss encounters with a warm, character‑driven hub and an emotionally resonant story. Tight, demanding combat delivers genuine highs, and the village moments give those highs meaning. Occasional pacing hiccups, accessibility limits, and minor UX friction prevent perfection, but the game’s ambition and emotional payoff make it a strong, recommendable experience."
Winter Burrow (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A warm, well‑crafted cozy survival that nails atmosphere and character but trips over usability and longevity. Winter Burrow delivers satisfying short‑form play and storybook charm, yet inventory friction, a handful of bugs, and limited post‑ending content stop it from rising higher."
Asfalia: Panic at the Mansion (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Asfalia: Panic at the Mansion earns a confident 9.0; a tender, well‑crafted adventure that mostly delivers exactly what it promises: warm writing, delightful hand‑painted art, and family‑friendly puzzles that respect both kids and adults. The game’s emotional core is handled with rare subtlety, voice performances and sound design deepen character moments, and bite‑sized collectibles and optional challenges add replay value without blocking the main story. Controls and QoL features make it an effortless fit for the Switch and handheld play, and recent accessibility updates broaden its appeal."
Hearts of Iron IV: No Compromise, No Surrender (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A definitive expansion that transforms Hearts of Iron IV’s Asia‑Pacific experience with meticulously designed national narratives, a robust doctrine rework, and naval systems that reward strategic mastery. It consistently inspires new strategies and alternate histories while feeling polished and essential."
Halls of Torment: The Boglands (Reviewed November 18, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Halls of Torment: The Boglands earns an 8.0 for expanding a strong roguelite foundation with bold, mechanically rich content that changes how you play. The DLC delivers fresh systems, two distinctive characters, and a compelling new stage that rewards thoughtful builds and endurance; but it also raises the difficulty curve and exposes post‑launch rough edges that temper its polish."
Halls of Torment (Reviewed November 18, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Halls of Torment earns an 8.0 for delivering a tight, highly replayable roguelite that blends nostalgic presentation with modern systems. It nails run tempo, emergent buildcraft, and environmental tactics, creating a satisfying loop for players who enjoy experimentation in short sessions."
Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders - Highlands DLC (Reviewed November 17, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox Series X|S
"Highlands earns an 8.5 for expanding Snow Riders with a compact, atmosphere‑rich mountain that meaningfully deepens the core downhill experience. The DLC nails environmental design, introduces high‑value routes and challenges, and stitches multiplayer into the new content in ways that feel natural rather than tacked on."
Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders (Reviewed November 17, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox Series X|S
"Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders scores an 8.5 for expanding a tight, rewarding downhill formula into a richer, social playground. It nails the core physics, delivers memorable level design, and adds multiplayer modes that genuinely complement solo play. Small rough edges around progression pacing, accessibility, and matchmaking keep it from perfection, but the core experience is compelling, replayable, and frequently delightful."
Crazy Kung Fu (Reviewed November 17, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Crazy Kung Fu earns a 9.0 for delivering an exceptionally engaging, fitness‑first reflex experience that feels both polished and purposeful. It balances physical intensity, precise feedback, and community‑driven iteration in a way that turns repeated practice into measurable improvement and social fun."
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (Reviewed November 16, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A near-future masterpiece that fires on every cylinder, melts your brain in the best possible way, and proves Black Ops still reigns supreme."
On-Together (Reviewed November 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"On‑Together earns a solid 8.0 thanks to a warm, effective mix of social presence and practical productivity tools. It nails the core promise: a low‑friction co‑working lounge that lives alongside your workflow, encourages steady focus with gentle rewards, and makes breaks feel genuinely restorative rather than distracting."
Simon the Sorcerer Origins (Reviewed November 13, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a rare, complete alignment of concept, craft, and heart; a flawless prequel that honours its legacy while confidently reinventing it for today. Every element works in concert: the hand‑drawn animation sings with personality, the writing lands with relentless wit and unexpected tenderness, puzzles are clever without ever feeling cruel, and the audio elevates moments from amusing to unforgettable. This is not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake; it’s a full‑blooded reinvention that keeps the soul of the original intact while offering modern players something genuinely new."
Schematic Void (Reviewed November 12, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Schematic Void is a clever, warmly strange puzzle adventure that thrives on restraint and wit. Its deliberate incompletion is a design strength: the game hands you half a world and trusts you to finish it, turning problem solving into playful co‑creation. Minimal visuals, nimble puzzles, and a standout soundtrack combine into an experience that’s consistently charming and frequently surprising."
CloverPit (Reviewed November 12, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"CloverPit nails a daring premise and turns it into deeply satisfying gameplay: the slot machine isn’t a gimmick but a programmable engine you learn to exploit, and discovering a runaway combo feels genuinely euphoric. The game’s systems; 150+ items, seeded runs, meta unlocks, and an Endless leaderboard; reward experimentation and mastery, while the claustrophobic ATM/debt hook keeps stakes sharp and immediate. A few balancing wrinkles remain (some synergies can shortcut challenge, and the gambling motif will divide players), but those are minor against a design that consistently surprises, thrills, and resonates. For players who love emergent systems, high‑risk optimization, and roguelites with a darker edge, CloverPit is essential play."
Service With a Shotgun (Reviewed November 12, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Service With a Shotgun nails a bold, hilarious premise and backs it up with sharp writing, a memorable cast, and shockingly satisfying combat that rewards both aim and improvisation. The visual‑novel moments give weight to the action, and systems like Zombie Intensity and headshot bonuses add meaningful player choice and mechanical bite. A few rough edges remain; pacing between dialogue and shooting can jar, and later‑chapter balance needs polish; but those are quibbles beside a game that consistently surprises, amuses, and thrills. If you want frantic, character‑driven chaos with real heart, this is one of the year’s most delightful surprises."
Nothing Strange Here (Reviewed November 11, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A warmly clever demo that turns reporting into playable systems; satisfying, photogenic, and full of personality. It’s missing breadth and deeper investigative tools, but what’s here is thoughtfully designed and genuinely charming."
A Pinball Game That Makes You Mad (Reviewed November 10, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A sharply designed, gleefully aggravating pinball demo that nails the core loop and personality but asks a bit much of players seeking depth or variety."
Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping (Reviewed November 9, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑perfect cozy mystery that nails character, voice acting, and pacing while keeping gameplay approachable and delightfully charming."
Shooty Shooty Robot Invasion (Reviewed November 9, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A must‑try for lovers of offbeat indie games and handcrafted visuals; a fun, compact romp that rewards curiosity and a taste for absurdity."
Tower Factory (Reviewed November 8, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Tower Factory is a satisfying mashup of factory automation and tower defense that rewards systems thinking and creative problem solving. Its core loop; designing production lines to churn out towers, then testing them against escalating waves; feels consistently engaging, and the roguelite metaprogression gives runs meaningful long‑term purpose."
1998 The Toll Keeper Story (Reviewed November 8, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"1998: The Toll Keeper Story is a rare narrative simulation that translates historical collapse into intimate, morally charged gameplay. It pairs taut, shift‑based mechanics with an emotionally rigorous script and a tactile 90s aesthetic to create a sustained, haunting experience that lingers long after play."
S.E.M.I. - Side Effects May Include… (Reviewed November 6, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"S.E.M.I. delivers a riotous, brilliantly unpredictable co‑op experience that turns volatile powerups, physics‑first combat, and procedurally shifting clinics into consistently memorable runs. Its combination of emergent comedy, tight risk‑vs‑reward design, and social-driven spectacle makes it a standout party rogue‑lite; especially with friends and voice chat."
Angry Video Game Nerd 8‑Bit (Reviewed November 4, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Angry Video Game Nerd 8‑bit delivers a spirited, lovingly crafted retro throwback that nails presentation and fan service while offering satisfying, pattern‑based challenge. It’s an excellent nostalgic ride with a few mechanical quibbles that keep it from being a full modern classic."
Spooky Express (Reviewed November 2, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Spooky Express is a brilliantly executed puzzler that gets nearly everything right: design clarity, handcrafted content, and a distinctive tone. Its few limitations are intentional design choices rather than flaws. For fans of theme‑driven, elegantly constrained puzzles, this is essential play."
Slots & Daggers (Reviewed November 2, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Slots & Daggers turns a single clever twist into a legitimately thrilling roguelike: combat resolved through a slot‑machine delivers sharp, pulsey decisions, tactile feedback, and that irresistible “one more spin” momentum. Friedemann’s solo design chops are on display; the game feels handcrafted, immediate, and full of personality, with retro visuals, crunchy numbers, and a soundtrack that punctuates every clink of the reels."
Tiny Aquarium (Reviewed October 30, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑masterful cozy simulator that nails charm, accessibility, and social hooks: Tiny Aquarium is relaxing, endlessly customizable, and genuinely addictive in short daily bursts thanks to Tiny Mode, persistent idle growth, and delightful breeding and fishing systems. The social features; visiting, trading, and community events; add meaningful reasons to return and showcase creativity, while the visual polish and steady content drops keep collections feeling fresh. Minor gripes around pacing of late‑game unlocks and occasional matchmaking friction prevent perfection, but these are easily addressable and don’t dull the core experience. Overall, a highly recommended pick for casual players, creators, and anyone who wants a calming companion on their desktop."
AION Classic 4.0 Light of Atreia (Reviewed October 29, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Gameforge Website
"Light of Atreia adds meaningful variety with three distinct dungeons that each promote different playstyles, from time-attack optimization (Iron Citadel), stable progression runs (Labyrinth of Echoes), and competitive faction PvE (Cradle of Doom). The update rewards teamwork and creates strong hooks for both casual groups and competitive communities, though players seeking large-scale raid content or radically new systems may find this more of a refinement than a reinvention."
Outbreak: Shades of Horror (Reviewed October 28, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A competent early build that delivers solid cooperative survival mechanics and memorable mode variety, though it leans on familiar tropes and needs polish in balance and content depth. Worth playing for fans of the genre and groups who enjoy repeating runs while updates expand the roadmap."
LEGO Party! (Reviewed October 27, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox Series X
"A strong, entertaining launch that nails pick‑up‑and‑play controls, creative minigame design, and deep cosmetic customization; minor technical or balance hiccups appear but rarely derail the fun. Ideal for families and party‑game fans who value replayability and shared laughs."
Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny (Reviewed October 27, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A strong, enjoyable launch that captures the charm of its roster and offers satisfying couch co‑op, engaging combat, and meaningful progression. Minor polish and balance issues remain, but the game delivers consistent fun for groups and mixed‑skill parties."
Skate. (Reviewed October 26, 2025) Score 6.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A solid Early Access showing; the core skate feel is enjoyable, Quick Drop and Skatepedia add value, and seasonal plans look balanced, but visual polish and feature depth still need time; a good pick for players who enjoy evolving sandboxes and can tolerate growing pains."
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
“A joyful, clumsy masterpiece of teamwork: bring friends, bring patience, and expect to laugh your way through every rescue.”
Poly Ego (Reviewed January 01, 2026) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Metaquest
“An inventive, charming VR puzzler with a lovable companion and clever mechanics, held back from greatness by persistent stability issues.”
S.E.M.I (Reviewed January 01, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“A loud, brilliant mess in the best possible way, S.E.M.I. turns every run into a story you’ll want to tell your friends."
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Metaquest
“An inventive, charming VR puzzler with a lovable companion and clever mechanics, held back from greatness by persistent stability issues.”
S.E.M.I (Reviewed January 01, 2026) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC
“A loud, brilliant mess in the best possible way, S.E.M.I. turns every run into a story you’ll want to tell your friends."
Moonshine Inc. (Reviewed December 31, 2025) Score 4.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Moonshine Inc. is an ambitious and characterful management sim with satisfying crafting systems and a memorable setting. Its core mechanics reward careful planning and optimization, and the narrative progression across regions adds meaningful variety. However, persistent stability issues and a clunky UI significantly undermine the experience for many players. With continued developer support and targeted fixes, this title could become a standout in the simulation space."
Pipe Dream Co. (Reviewed December 31, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Pipe Dream Co. is a charming, tactile MR puzzle game that rewards spatial thinking and quick hands. Hand tracking and two‑hand interactions make placement feel satisfying, recent visual and UI updates sharpen readability, and Challenge Badges add meaningful replay goals. A few comfort and QoL options (seated mode, puzzle repositioning) would broaden appeal, and the earliest jobs can feel a touch simple, but for $3.99 this is an excellent, low‑risk pick for MR puzzle fans and speedrunners alike."
Defend the Rook (Reviewed December 31, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Defend the Rook is a well‑crafted, approachable hybrid that rewards planning and experimentation. Its turn‑based tempo and deep choice space make for satisfying tactical puzzles, and randomized upgrades keep runs lively. However, uneven difficulty scaling, occasional runaway synergies, and some overlapping subclass identities prevent it from reaching higher marks. A great pick for players who prefer thoughtful strategy over frantic tower defense, with room for balance polish."
Polterguys: Possession Party (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Polterguys: Possession Party is a raucous, charming party game that nails social chaos and emergent hilarity. It’s easy to pick up, endlessly replayable with friends, and packed with personality thanks to its costumes, toys, and physics‑first interactions. Balance issues, occasional bot and map quirks, and a mildly grindy progression loop hold it back from higher marks, but the core experience; creative sabotage, laugh‑out‑loud moments, and strong party energy, makes it a solid buy for multiplayer fans."
Darkway: Murder of King Mere (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Darkway: Murder of King Mere is a finely crafted indie mystery that delivers rich writing, memorable characters, and a painterly world that rewards careful play. Its branching cases and emotional payoffs make it a standout for narrative‑first players, even as occasional traversal quirks and a few rough edges keep it from perfection. Highly recommended for fans of investigative, replayable storytelling at a modest price."
Game Settings (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Game Settings is an inventive, quietly unsettling experiment that turns a mundane UI into a meaningful gameplay loop. The demo’s core mechanic and moments of discovery are compelling, and its atmosphere is consistently strong, but deliberate opacity and a limited three‑day slice keep it from feeling fully realized. Worth playing for curious, patient players; others may prefer to wait for more clarity and content."
Faire Trade (Reviewed December 30, 2025) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Faire Trade has a warm aesthetic and promising systems, but Early Access roughness holds it back. The room‑perk design and expanded crafting add meaningful depth, yet inconsistent UI, inventory friction, and an underpopulated village turn otherwise enjoyable loops into occasional busywork. It’s a solid foundation that needs targeted QoL and content updates to reach its potential."
Donnie’s Delicious Nuclear Funeral (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC - Steam
"The demo is a near‑perfect showcase of tone, design, and personality. It pairs razor‑sharp writing with striking hand‑drawn art, clever puzzles, and a one‑day timer that makes every choice feel meaningful. For fans of darkly comic, choice‑driven adventures, this preview delivers everything you could want and leaves you eager for the full game."
Infect Cam (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Infect Cam delivers a compelling co‑op premise and tense body‑cam atmosphere that shine in coordinated multiplayer, but launch‑day roughness; uneven AI, balance quirks, and technical polish, keeps it from reaching its full potential. Worth playing with friends now for emergent moments and future promise; solo players may want to wait for further fixes and the Swarm Siege update."
The Cabin Factory (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"The Cabin Factory is a smart, tightly focused horror vignette that delivers sustained atmosphere, clever anomaly design, and a quietly affecting narrative thread. Its simple inspector loop sharpens tension and makes every choice matter, while minimalist sound and staging amplify dread without relying on cheap shocks. The short runtime and subtle storytelling hold it back from perfection for some players, but at its price and scope it’s a polished, highly recommendable experience for fans of liminal, psychological horror."
Little Problems (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Little Problems is a near‑perfect cozy detective: warm, clever, and deeply satisfying. Melinda’s hand‑drawn art and the game’s gentle soundscape make every vignette feel lovingly crafted, while the handcrafted puzzles reward curiosity and careful thinking. The hint system keeps frustration low without diluting the joy of discovery, and the game’s humane tone turns deduction into an act of kindness. A few late‑game beats and the finale could use tighter clueing, but those are small blemishes on an otherwise delightful, memorable experience."
CloverPit (iOS & Andriod) (Reviewed December 27, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on iOS
"CloverPit is a brilliantly twisted rogue‑lite that turns gambling anxiety into a solvable, addictive puzzle. Tight item synergies, meaningful meta progression, and a claustrophobic, darkly comic atmosphere make each run feel urgent and rewarding. The mobile port captures the original’s momentum, and with a few targeted fixes; smoother charm browsing, full‑screen support, cloud saves, and continued performance tuning, it’s poised to be a must‑play on phones."
A Game About Digging A Hole (Reviewed December 20, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A Game About Digging A Hole is a small, sincere delight: tactile digging, a satisfying upgrade loop, and a warm, minimalist personality deliver excellent value at a coffee‑price. It’s perfect for short breaks and casual completionists, with surprising replayability for collectors. A few targeted fixes; more late‑game goals, clearer achievement tracking, and improved stability around cutscenes, would lift it from a charming diversion to a lasting indie favorite."
Plagun - The Plague Goes On (Reviewed December 18, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Plagun - The Plague Goes On is a tightly tuned, stylish roguelike that delivers brutal, bite‑sized runs packed with inventive weaponry and mask‑driven buildcraft. Its fast, twitchy combat and grim pixel atmosphere make each 15–20 minute session feel meaningful, and the corpse‑based meta progression keeps you chasing one more run. Controller polish, clearer visual readouts in hectic fights, and expanded content would push it from excellent to essential, but as it stands this is a highly replayable indie shooter with serious charm."
BREAKING DECK (Reviewed December 18, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"BREAKING DECK is a riotous, skill‑forward party racer that nails spectacle and social play. Its trick‑driven movement and live track‑building create frantic, memorable races where mastery and mischief both pay off. Beta rough edges; onboarding, matchmaking, and balance; hold it back from perfection, but the core systems deliver high replay value, highlight‑ready moments, and strong multiplayer hooks that make it well worth following."
Corporation Liberty (Reviewed December 18, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Corporation Liberty is a compelling co‑op experiment that turns mundane labor into high‑stakes drama. Its shared‑terminal design produces tense, unforgettable moments of teamwork, betrayal, and improvisation, while the facility’s oppressive atmosphere sells every shift’s moral weight. Beta roughness; steep onboarding, occasional balance spikes, and reliance on coordinated groups, keeps it from perfection, but the core systems already deliver a distinct, replayable multiplayer experience worth following."
Scrabdackle (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Scrabdackle is a near‑masterpiece of handcrafted indie design: gorgeous frame‑by‑frame animation, memorable multi‑phase bosses, and a soundtrack that elevates every encounter. Act 1 delivers a generous, curiosity‑driven world with satisfying spellcraft and discovery; remaining mechanical niggles and navigation friction are minor blemishes on an otherwise exceptional solo effort."
Codex Mortis (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Codex Mortis delivers a compelling systems‑first bullet‑hell built around creative spell synergies, satisfying buildcraft, and chaotic co‑op spectacle. Recent balance and UX improvements make the early game more approachable, and the visible synergy feedback turns each run into a rewarding experiment. Remaining rough edges and tuning needs keep it from perfection, but the core loop and combo potential make this a standout demo worth following to full release."
Sweet Surrender (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Sweet Surrender delivers exhilarating, momentum‑driven VR shooting with crisp weapon feel, fluid traversal, and excellent performance on a wide range of headsets. Its arcade roguelite loop is immediately satisfying and addictive for short, intense runs. Repetitive enemy archetypes, a narrow upgrade meta, and occasional polish issues prevent it from reaching higher marks, but active developer support and strong moment‑to‑moment gameplay make it a highly recommended pick for players who prioritize speed, feel, and accessibility in VR."
ZOE Begone! (Reviewed December 16, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"ZOE Begone! is a vibrant, loud, and mechanically deep shooter. It’s a love letter to arcade history and a showcase of solo-developer creativity that shouldn't be slept on."
Towers & Powers (Reviewed December 15, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Towers & Powers is a confident VR tower‑defense that turns classic strategy into tactile, godlike moments. It earns high marks for comfortable VR design, satisfying tower merges, and tense, clutch gameplay that makes the format feel earned. Minor control pacing issues, a modest tower roster, and a few platform polish quirks keep it from scoring higher, but the core loop and presentation deliver consistent, replayable fun."
Dark Quest 4 (Reviewed December 15, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Dark Quest 4 is a competent, approachable tactical dungeon crawler with smart map design, satisfying co‑op, and a powerful Creator Mode that extends its lifespan. It earns points for accessible combat, clear role design, and community tools, but falls short of higher marks due to a short campaign, limited progression depth, balance and RNG issues, and pared‑down visual polish. Great for quick, thoughtful sessions and user‑made content; less compelling for players seeking deep, long‑term RPG progression."
Letter Lost (Reviewed December 15, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Letter Lost is a quietly compelling workplace mystery that turns mundane tasks into a slow‑burn puzzle. The demo’s tactile loop, characterful NPCs, and economical writing create a strong, uncanny atmosphere that rewards curiosity and replay. Minor deductions come from the demo’s brevity and a wish for deeper mechanical variety and longer stretches of investigation, but what’s here is polished, intriguing, and promises more as the full game expands."
Cyber Rats (Reviewed December 14, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Cyber Rats is a compelling, punishing rogue‑lite that nails atmosphere and emergent tension. Its procedural mazes and lethal hazards create relentless, bite‑sized runs that reward quick thinking and adaptability, while meaningful meta progression and active post‑launch updates add depth and replay value. Minor deductions come from occasional balance roughness and a desire for more modes or long‑term systems, but for players who crave high‑stakes survival horror with a grim, inventive twist, it’s a strong, memorable package."
PancitoMerge (Reviewed December 14, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"PancitoMerge earns a 9.0 / 10 for a delightful, art‑forward merge puzzle that nails charm, accessibility, and tactile satisfaction. Its simple mechanics and customer requests create a surprisingly strategic rhythm, and Vanila’s pan dulce art elevates every moment. Minor deductions come from limited mode variety and a short overall runtime, but for bite‑sized, repeatable fun with leaderboard teeth, it’s a sweet win."
Donna: The Canine Quest (Reviewed December 14, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Donna: The Canine Quest scores 9.5 / 10 for a near‑perfect indie action‑RPG that delivers delightful pixel charm, tight and rewarding combat, and progression systems that encourage experimentation. Its presentation and pacing make every hour feel purposeful, and boss encounters provide genuine highlights. Minor deductions come from a relatively short campaign and a few QoL gaps, but those quibbles don’t diminish a thoroughly enjoyable, highly replayable experience."
Nocturia (Reviewed December 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Nocturia earns 8.0 / 10 for a tightly focused indie horror that excels at atmosphere and sound‑driven tension. It delivers memorable jump scares, purposeful puzzle design, and a compelling central mystery in a compact runtime, while developer patches have smoothed rough edges. Deductions come from occasional pixel‑hunt frustrations and a brief overall length, but those issues don’t overshadow a well‑crafted, high‑impact fright."
Bob The Brick Breaker (Reviewed December 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Bob The Brick Breaker earns 8.0 out of 10: a tightly tuned arcade package that nails responsiveness, escalating challenge, and multiplayer variety. Its addictive score‑chasing loop and clear presentation make for countless quick runs and meaningful competitive moments. The score reflects a few limits, light long‑term progression and occasional difficulty swings from randomness, but these are refinements rather than dealbreakers for fans of fast, skill‑based arcade play."
Dungeon Arsenal (Reviewed December 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Dungeon Arsenal earns 8.0 out of 10: a tightly designed, addictive card roguelite that nails the flip‑and‑fight loop and offers satisfying mid‑run choices. Its clear presentation, strong relic synergies, and bite‑sized runs make it easy to pick up and hard to put down. The score reflects a few notable limits; system clarity for newcomers, occasional pacing swings from randomness, and a desire for deeper late‑game meta, but these are refinements rather than fatal flaws, and the core experience remains highly enjoyable."
Quantum Threshold (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Quantum Threshold scores 9.0 out of 10: a daring, finely tuned experiment in seated VR that transforms accessibility into a core gameplay identity. Its momentum‑driven wheelchair combat, modular build systems, and roguelike risk‑reward loop deliver consistently thrilling runs, and when upgrades click the game reaches moments of pure, kinetic joy. Remaining rough edges; tutorial clarity, comfort options, and a few technical bugs, keep it from perfection, but they’re fixable and don’t obscure how original and compelling the core design is."
Hotel Infinity (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Hotel Infinity earns an 8.5 out of 10: a beautifully focused roomscale experiment that delivers rare, embodied presence and clever, perception‑bending puzzles. Its strengths; seamless portal work, refined architectural visuals, and a haunting soundtrack; create moments of genuine wonder, while natural walking as the primary input produces an unmatched sense of immersion. The score reflects a few tradeoffs: a compact runtime, niche appeal for players without the recommended 2 m × 2 m play area, and occasional minor glitches that can interrupt flow. For players who value spatial design and experiential VR over long campaigns, it’s a high‑value, memorable stay."
Laser Dance (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Laser Dance scores 9.0 out of 10: a near‑perfect mixed‑reality party game that turns your living room into a cinematic obstacle course. It pairs immediate, kinetic movement with intelligent room mapping, polished telegraphing, and thoughtful accessibility options, delivering instant social fun and surprisingly deep skill play. Minor performance hiccups on lower‑end headsets and the need for more long‑term content keep it from perfection, but the launch package already feels complete, addictive, and exceptionally well executed."
Cave Crave (Reviewed December 11, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Cave Crave earns an 8.0 out of 10: a finely tuned VR spelunking sim that nails atmosphere, tactile climbing, and authentic cave design. Its faithful recreations, satisfying physics‑first movement, and the new Arcade Mode deliver both contemplative exploration and high‑intensity runs. Difficulty spikes and limited seated/controller options hold it back from perfection, but steady updates and the promise of multiplayer make this a compelling pick for explorers, climbers, and speedrunners."
Neolithic Dawn (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Neolithic Dawn scores 7.0 out of 10: a bold, imaginative survival sandbox whose physics‑first crafting, taming loop, and generational permadeath deliver genuinely memorable emergent moments. The v0.9.5 update improves onboarding and performance, especially on Quest 3, but persistent stability issues, rough UI/inventory flows, and occasional physics glitches keep the experience from reaching its full potential. Best for players who enjoy experimental Early Access projects and cooperative improvisation; those seeking a polished, bug‑free survival title should wait for further refinement."
Wordomi (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Wordomi earns a 7.5 out of 10: the Lexicon Expanded update meaningfully improves variety and polish; larger word lists, clearer clues, and smoother hand tracking make solves more satisfying; yet the experience still leans toward short, tactile sessions rather than deep, long‑term progression. Great for word‑game fans who enjoy mixed‑reality interaction and bite‑sized challenges; newcomers should expect a brief learning curve for precise hand controls and would welcome stronger reward systems to sustain extended play."
Jacked Up (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Jacked Up earns a 7.0 out of 10 for delivering a tight, high‑energy arcade climb with a memorable premise and satisfying twitch mechanics. The core bouncing feels excellent and the livestream‑style showmanship adds a fun risk‑and‑reward layer, but the surrounding meta and late‑game variety are a bit thin; once you’ve mastered the physics, runs can grow repetitive and a few polish issues interrupt the flow."
Unboxathon (Reviewed December 9, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Unboxathon scores 7.0 out of 10 for turning a simple, delightful mechanic into a well‑crafted incremental loop. The tactile popping, charming presentation, and layered upgrades make it immediately fun, and the collection goals add meaningful long‑term hooks. It loses points for occasional pacing dips, limited late‑game variety, and a few polish gaps, but at the current $6.99 price it’s an easy recommendation for fans of casual clickers and collectors."
Haymaker (Reviewed December 8, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Haymaker earns an 8.5 out of 10 for delivering a visceral, physics‑first VR brawler with satisfying body‑driven combat and emergent, sandboxy encounters. The core systems; weighty hand interactions, gesture kicks, adaptive AI, and active ragdoll reactions; are already fun and responsive, producing memorable knockouts and improvised moments. Early Access rough edges remain: prototype environments, limited progression, and presentation polish hold it back from a higher score. At the current $14.99 EA price, it’s a strong buy for players who want to shape development and experience the combat as it evolves."
Exit Condition One HD (Reviewed December 7, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Exit Condition One HD earns a 9.0 out of 10 for delivering a tactile, thoughtfully designed VR escape‑room: inventive puzzles, reliable physics‑driven interactions, and a satisfying escalation from cramped chamber to cathedral‑scale finale. Minor fiddliness in a few minigames and a short learning curve for VR newcomers keep it from perfection, but responsive post‑launch support and strong replay hooks make this an excellent, high‑value pick for puzzle and VR fans."
无名归宿 NobodyNowhere (Reviewed December 7, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"无名归宿 NobodyNowhere earns a 9.0 out of 10 for delivering a tightly edited, emotionally resonant sci‑fi experience: superb pixel animation, a haunting soundtrack, and a morally complex narrative that rewards attention. Its pacing, dual perspectives, and integrated BCI/cyberspace moments elevate the game beyond its three‑hour runtime, while a few fiddly minigames and occasionally blurred scene transitions keep it from perfection. At $9.99 with a free demo, it’s an excellent, low‑risk purchase for fans of narrative pixel games."
Deadly Delivery (Reviewed December 7, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Deadly Delivery earns a high score for nailing VR social design: its tactile physics, spatial audio, and proximity voice chat create emergent, laugh‑out‑loud moments and pulse‑racing scares that feel impossible on a flat screen. The procedural mines, memorable bestiary, and meaningful progression systems combine to make every shift feel fresh and consequential, while the game’s low price and high replay value make it an irresistible buy for groups. When played with friends, runs become unforgettable shared stories, equal parts terror and comedy, and the experience delivers on both craft and charm with rare, wholehearted confidence."
Onirism (Reviewed December 6, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A wildly creative, joyfully chaotic action‑platformer that delivers frequent moments of inspired design and pure fun, tempered by technical roughness that’s fixable with focused post‑launch polish."
Alchemists (Reviewed December 6, 2025) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A promising co‑op horror experience with a strong core loop and great social moments, but one that’s held back by visibility, stability, and clarity issues that frequently interrupt the fun."
Captured (Reviewed December 6, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A near‑perfect analog horror experience that turns a simple, elegant premise into sustained dread and delight. It’s polished, inventive, and consistently tense, delivering memorable runs that stick with you long after you stop playing."
Heistfest (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A thrilling, high‑octane prototype that nails the core fantasy of being a legendary getaway driver, but still needs broader variety and a few polish passes to reach its full potential."
Turnbound (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A smart, addictive prototype that delivers a fresh twist on autobattlers through inventory‑first design. The demo already offers compelling strategic depth and a satisfying feedback loop, but balance roughness and onboarding friction keep it from being a higher score right now."
Sanatorium - A Mental Asylum Simulator (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 6.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"An original, thematically bold indie that nails atmosphere and moral tension but is held back by a deliberately restrictive core loop and a handful of polish and UI issues."
The Last Case of John Morley (Reviewed December 4, 2025) Score 6.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"An evocative, well‑staged noir that often nails mood and presentation but is held back by shallow mechanics, visible asset shortcuts, and a runtime that feels too brief for its ambitions."
Date Everything! (Reviewed December 3, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Date Everything! is one of the most inventive dating‑sim experiments in recent memory. It’s polished, funny, and frequently touching, an easy recommendation for anyone who wants a fresh, voice‑forward take on romance games."
Rune Ark (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"An inventive, atmospheric match‑3 roguelite with satisfying tactical combat and meaningful narrative hooks, held back in this build by critical technical issues and some UX gaps."
Ex‑Zodiac (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A solid, nostalgia‑driven rail shooter with memorable boss encounters and a great soundtrack, held back by control quirks, pacing inconsistencies, and systems that need clearer feedback to reward mastery."
The Spell Brigade (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A near‑complete, joyfully chaotic co‑op roguelite that turns spellcraft into social spectacle. It delivers deep, emergent gameplay, excellent multiplayer moments, and a developer team that iterates quickly; only a few balance and progression rough edges keep it from perfection."
SEDAP! (Reviewed December 2, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A flavorful, inventive co‑op hybrid that delivers joyful kitchen chaos and charming exploration, but still needs tighter late‑stage design and additional polish to reach its full potential."
Duskpunk (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑complete narrative RPG that marries tabletop tension with rich worldbuilding and emotionally resonant writing. It’s one of those rare indie games where mechanics, art, and story amplify each other, producing a memorable, replayable experience that only stumbles in a few late‑game rhythms."
INMOST (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A haunting, artful puzzle‑platformer with a focused emotional core and excellent atmosphere, but one that occasionally frustrates with sparse combat cadence and unresolved narrative threads."
Nice Day for Fishing (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A warm, inventive pixel‑RPG that turns fishing into tactical combat and town restoration. It’s charming, approachable, and packed with personality, but a few pacing and repetition issues keep it from being exceptional."
Kingdom of Night (Reviewed December 1, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Kingdom of Night refines a bold premise into a near‑complete experience; an emotionally charged, neon‑soaked night that combines tactical ARPG combat with cinematic storytelling and memorable set pieces. The demo shows confident design across combat, class depth, worldbuilding, and audio‑visual identity, leaving only a few polish items between a great game and a near‑classic."
Goblin Cleanup (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A wildly entertaining co‑op sandbox that turns a simple premise into sustained social comedy and emergent chaos. It’s polished, charming, and endlessly replayable with friends, delivering laugh‑out‑loud moments and satisfying runs even when things go sideways."
Dredge (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A near‑perfect blend of cozy seaside life and creeping cosmic dread. Its addictive progression loop, evocative presentation, and steady drip of mystery create an experience that’s both comforting and quietly unnerving, delivering memorable moments that linger long after you dock."
OVERLOOK (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A lovingly made, cozy hidden‑object game whose hand‑drawn charm and mellow pacing make it a delightful unwind experience, but its short runtime and a few polish gaps keep it from being essential."
Diplomacy Is Not an Option (Reviewed November 30, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"An ambitious, tactile RTS with spectacular scale and satisfying systems, held back by a punishing difficulty curve and occasional polish issues. It’s a compelling sandbox for players who love emergent siegecraft and logistics, but not the most welcoming entry for casual or time‑pressed strategists."
UMAMI (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑perfect cozy puzzler that delivers tactile joy, gorgeous hand‑painted dioramas, and a deeply soothing atmosphere. It’s a compact, lovingly made experience that nails its brief: calming, sensory puzzle play that rewards curiosity and slow, deliberate interaction."
Flotsam (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A thoughtful, optimistic city‑builder that turns ocean detritus into a warm, systems‑driven community. The 1.0 update adds narrative weight, specialist depth, and meaningful mechanical upgrades that elevate the core loop, though more endgame goals and continued polish would push it higher."
Whimside (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"A charming, well‑crafted desktop companion with delightful creature design and satisfying decorative systems, but one that feels light on long‑term content and needs tighter economy and automation options to fully deliver on its ambient promise."
Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A wildly confident indie shooter that pairs handcrafted, ink‑drenched presentation with razor‑sharp, movement‑first combat. It’s loud, funny, and relentlessly playable; a few accessibility and polish fixes would make it indispensable."
Deep Space Exploitation (Reviewed November 29, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A confident, polished debut from a solo developer that turns simple premises into rich, emergent gameplay. Its physics‑first systems, tactile presentation, and tight risk‑vs‑reward loop deliver consistently memorable runs, and the game’s modest price makes it an easy recommendation."
Little Corners (Reviewed November 26, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A delightful, meditative creative toy that turns the tactile joy of sticker books into a soothing digital ritual: gorgeous, hand‑drawn art, expressive little critters, and ASMR‑leaning peel‑and‑place feedback make every composition feel rewarding. It’s an easy recommendation for anyone who loves cozy, low‑pressure design play; perfect for short, calming breaks or long, exploratory sessions; but a few practical additions (a persistent gallery, a simple “room complete” flow, and richer export/sharing tools) would lift it from charming pastime to a truly indispensable creative tool."
Forever Skies (Reviewed November 26, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Forever Skies is a vivid, inventive survival game that turns its airship sandbox into a memorable centerpiece: research‑driven progression, satisfying scavenging loops, and a compact, emotionally resonant narrative deliver many standout moments. The score reflects a game with bold ideas and strong atmosphere that’s hampered by a handful of fixable issues; quality‑of‑life regressions (notably the removal of player signs), persistent pop‑ins and stutter in dense areas, and clunky UI/controls; that currently limit its multiplayer and long‑term appeal. With targeted QoL, performance, and UX patches, this could easily climb into the 9s."
Greenhearth Necromancer (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Greenhearth Necromancer earns a perfect score for delivering a rare blend of warmth, systems, and soul; a cozy sim that actually respects your time and emotions. Everything clicks: a soft, clever premise (necromancy as care), a semi‑idle loop that rewards both tinkering and gentle background play, and plant systems with surprising depth that invite experimentation without punishing curiosity. The cast and writing lend real heart to small moments, while the art, sound, and UI work together to make every interaction feel tactile and satisfying. Whether you want a calming companion running while you study or a niche playground for optimization and discovery, Greenhearth Necromancer feels complete, generous, and lovingly crafted; a ten out of ten for design, tone, and sheer charm."
Momento (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Momento nails a distinctive, emotionally resonant premise with tactile interactions and thoughtful writing. The demo demonstrates a clear design vision; objects that carry narrative weight, warm handcrafted presentation, and replayability driven by curiosity; which elevates it above many cozy sims and narrative experiments."
Expansion VR (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Expansion VR is promising and often fun: it nails accessibility, looks good, and the Campaign shows ambition. Right now it’s best suited to players who want a lightweight, motion‑driven RTS or who want to support an Early Access project with clear potential. With larger maps, deeper unit control, and stronger community support, Expansion could become a standout; in its current state it’s an intriguing, imperfect experiment worth watching."
GunX (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"GunX is a standout VR shooter that earns its score through a brilliantly original core loop: frantic, hands‑on gun assembly that turns every match into a tense test of speed, precision, and composure. PvP duels feel electric because the build phase matters as much as the firefight, the Zombie campaign scales tension with meaningful upgrades and gadgets, and two‑player co‑op turns panic into satisfying teamwork. The game’s tactile fidelity and high skill ceiling make mastery genuinely rewarding, and the Shooting Range provides a clean space to practice and improve. Minor deductions come from polish issues; rifle recoil tuning, finicky iron sights, and occasional grab/collision quirks; that sometimes interrupt flow; these are fixable with targeted updates and QoL tweaks. With those refinements, GunX has the potential to be essential for VR shooter fans; as it stands, it’s an exhilarating, high‑skill playground well worth your time."
Prison Boss Prohibition: Get Rich or Die Stitchin’ DLC (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Get Get Rich or Die Stitchin’ is a near‑perfect expansion that adds a fresh, tactile dimension to Prison Boss Prohibition. The Public Place is a charming, well‑designed stage for your illicit boutique, the Egg White Collars inject characterful humor and meaningful progression, and the new felting, stitching, dyeing, and leatherwork systems deliver deeply satisfying, hands‑on gameplay that rewards patience and teamwork."
Prison Boss Prohibition (Reviewed November 25, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Prison Boss Prohibition is a near‑perfect example of what VR can do when a clever concept meets tactile design and social play. The core loop; pouring, rolling, and hustling under pressure; feels physically satisfying and consistently generates laugh‑out‑loud moments, especially in co‑op where emergent chaos becomes the game’s best feature. Progression systems, unlocks, and leaderboards give runs real purpose, while New Yolk City’s bright, absurd tone and customization options add personality and replay value."
Princess of the Water Lilies (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Princess of the Water Lilies is a near‑masterpiece of handcrafted platforming: a game whose artistry, sound design, and core mechanic coalesce into moments that feel cinematic and earned. The magical collar turns levels into living puzzles, the hand‑drawn biomes are endlessly inviting, and the orchestral score elevates both quiet exploration and high‑stakes boss encounters. When the design clicks; a perfectly timed purr, a bridge unfurling at the right beat, a boss pattern finally read; the payoff is genuinely memorable. The few deductions come from sharp difficulty spikes and occasional readability issues in hectic fights, which can make some encounters feel more punishing than purposeful. Those are fixable with clearer telegraphs, checkpoint tuning, and a few accessibility options."
Side Effects (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Side Effects earns a solid score for a bold, memorable core concept: pill roulette reimagined as a tactical, item‑driven duel that produces tense, laugh‑out‑loud moments in social play. The mechanics are tight, the risk‑reward decisions land, and a well‑timed vaccine or sabotage can create dramatic, table‑turning plays. Points are lost for thin single‑player progression, limited item and pill variety, and occasional pacing and balance issues in multiplayer that can stretch matches or let a single dominant item dictate outcomes."
Abra-Cooking‑Dabra (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Abra‑Cooking‑Dabra earns a high score for its inventive fusion of deckbuilding and culinary puzzling, its distinctive Wonderland charm, and a deeply satisfying loop of recipe discovery and optimization. The art, animation, and sound design give the café a memorable personality, and the pauseable, card‑driven gameplay rewards planning, creative combos, and careful resource juggling in a way that feels both clever and compulsively replayable. Points are docked for practical frictions; tight counter space, repetitive reselling for rare ingredients, uneven level pacing, and a handful of disruptive bugs; that occasionally turn a great run into a frustrating reset. Those issues are largely fixable, however, and they don’t erase the core pleasure of assembling elegant solutions under pressure. For players who enjoy methodical, card‑based strategy with a whimsical coat of paint, this is a strongly recommended pick, especially at a discount."
Dream Garden (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A serene, polished creative experience that soothes and inspires, Dream Garden already delivers a deeply satisfying toolkit for sculpting miniature landscapes. With a broader asset library, clearer UI thumbnails and catalog browsing, and more robust save/autosave and versioning safeguards, the game would transform from a delightful sandbox into a long‑term creative studio; one that invites repeated returns and ever more ambitious compositions."
Death Kid (Reviewed November 24, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Death Kid is a polished, thrilling arcade brawler with an addictive core loop and excellent audiovisuals. Its main limitations are a modest content pool and a meta that leans toward grindy DPS checks rather than emergent buildcraft. With continued updates; more enemy types, in‑run modifiers, and richer temporary upgrades; it could easily climb higher. As it stands, it’s a highly recommended play for short, intense runs and anyone who values combat feel above all else."
Before Exit: Gas Station (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Before Exit: Gas Station is a reliably creepy, cleverly designed anomaly sim that rewards patience and careful play. With tighter UX and a few targeted fixes, it could easily score higher; as it stands, it’s a compelling recommendation for fans of methodical, replay‑driven experiences."
Before Exit: Supermarket (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Before Exit: Supermarket is a rewarding little loop with a memorable concept; fix the bugs and add a bit more mechanical variety, and it could easily climb into higher territory."
A Dream About Parking Lots (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A Dream About Parking Lots is a standout piece of interactive art: concise, beautifully written, and emotionally precise. It’s an essential play for anyone interested in how games can explore interiority and creative block, provided you’re comfortable with a short, deliberately spare experience and minor technical rough spots."
Electrician Simulator VR (Reviewed November 23, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Electrician Simulator VR is an engaging, well‑crafted job sim that delivers the tactile satisfaction VR players crave and offers solid replay through DLC and challenges. It’s an easy recommend for anyone who enjoys hands‑on VR work and cozy, task‑driven games; just set your comfort options on first run and keep an eye on patches that tighten up stability and UX."
Devil Jam (Reviewed November 22, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Devil Jam is a compelling, stylish foundation with a standout core loop that’s best experienced in short bursts today. With expanded content, tighter balance, and a few quality‑of‑life changes around the grid and progression, it has clear potential to climb higher; it’s worth bookmarking or wishlisting for future updates."
Fatherhood (Reviewed November 22, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Fatherhood earns a 9.0 for turning caregiving into a mechanically rich, emotionally resonant stealth experience. The demo fuses tender, high‑stakes systems; hand‑holding constraints, the hugging mechanic, and meaningful moral choices; with a focused stealth loop and a haunting atmosphere. It feels polished, purposeful, and rare: a war story that plays like intimate human drama."
Night Swarm (Reviewed November 22, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC - Steam
"Night Swarm earns an 8.0 for blending razor‑sharp roguelite systems with a charismatic, living hub. Its combat loop is tense and skillful, companions and Totems create compelling build variety, and biome mechanics add real tactical weight. Small polish and pacing issues, plus a handful of QoL and difficulty options still needed, keep it from a higher score; but what’s here is confident, fun, and full of potential."
Bittersweet Birthday (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Bittersweet Birthday pairs razor‑sharp, multi‑phase boss encounters with a warm, character‑driven hub and an emotionally resonant story. Tight, demanding combat delivers genuine highs, and the village moments give those highs meaning. Occasional pacing hiccups, accessibility limits, and minor UX friction prevent perfection, but the game’s ambition and emotional payoff make it a strong, recommendable experience."
Winter Burrow (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"A warm, well‑crafted cozy survival that nails atmosphere and character but trips over usability and longevity. Winter Burrow delivers satisfying short‑form play and storybook charm, yet inventory friction, a handful of bugs, and limited post‑ending content stop it from rising higher."
Asfalia: Panic at the Mansion (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Asfalia: Panic at the Mansion earns a confident 9.0; a tender, well‑crafted adventure that mostly delivers exactly what it promises: warm writing, delightful hand‑painted art, and family‑friendly puzzles that respect both kids and adults. The game’s emotional core is handled with rare subtlety, voice performances and sound design deepen character moments, and bite‑sized collectibles and optional challenges add replay value without blocking the main story. Controls and QoL features make it an effortless fit for the Switch and handheld play, and recent accessibility updates broaden its appeal."
Hearts of Iron IV: No Compromise, No Surrender (Reviewed November 20, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A definitive expansion that transforms Hearts of Iron IV’s Asia‑Pacific experience with meticulously designed national narratives, a robust doctrine rework, and naval systems that reward strategic mastery. It consistently inspires new strategies and alternate histories while feeling polished and essential."
Halls of Torment: The Boglands (Reviewed November 18, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Halls of Torment: The Boglands earns an 8.0 for expanding a strong roguelite foundation with bold, mechanically rich content that changes how you play. The DLC delivers fresh systems, two distinctive characters, and a compelling new stage that rewards thoughtful builds and endurance; but it also raises the difficulty curve and exposes post‑launch rough edges that temper its polish."
Halls of Torment (Reviewed November 18, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"Halls of Torment earns an 8.0 for delivering a tight, highly replayable roguelite that blends nostalgic presentation with modern systems. It nails run tempo, emergent buildcraft, and environmental tactics, creating a satisfying loop for players who enjoy experimentation in short sessions."
Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders - Highlands DLC (Reviewed November 17, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox Series X|S
"Highlands earns an 8.5 for expanding Snow Riders with a compact, atmosphere‑rich mountain that meaningfully deepens the core downhill experience. The DLC nails environmental design, introduces high‑value routes and challenges, and stitches multiplayer into the new content in ways that feel natural rather than tacked on."
Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders (Reviewed November 17, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox Series X|S
"Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders scores an 8.5 for expanding a tight, rewarding downhill formula into a richer, social playground. It nails the core physics, delivers memorable level design, and adds multiplayer modes that genuinely complement solo play. Small rough edges around progression pacing, accessibility, and matchmaking keep it from perfection, but the core experience is compelling, replayable, and frequently delightful."
Crazy Kung Fu (Reviewed November 17, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on MetaQuest
"Crazy Kung Fu earns a 9.0 for delivering an exceptionally engaging, fitness‑first reflex experience that feels both polished and purposeful. It balances physical intensity, precise feedback, and community‑driven iteration in a way that turns repeated practice into measurable improvement and social fun."
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (Reviewed November 16, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox Series X|S
"A near-future masterpiece that fires on every cylinder, melts your brain in the best possible way, and proves Black Ops still reigns supreme."
On-Together (Reviewed November 13, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"On‑Together earns a solid 8.0 thanks to a warm, effective mix of social presence and practical productivity tools. It nails the core promise: a low‑friction co‑working lounge that lives alongside your workflow, encourages steady focus with gentle rewards, and makes breaks feel genuinely restorative rather than distracting."
Simon the Sorcerer Origins (Reviewed November 13, 2025) Score 10.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Nintendo Switch
"Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a rare, complete alignment of concept, craft, and heart; a flawless prequel that honours its legacy while confidently reinventing it for today. Every element works in concert: the hand‑drawn animation sings with personality, the writing lands with relentless wit and unexpected tenderness, puzzles are clever without ever feeling cruel, and the audio elevates moments from amusing to unforgettable. This is not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake; it’s a full‑blooded reinvention that keeps the soul of the original intact while offering modern players something genuinely new."
Schematic Void (Reviewed November 12, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Schematic Void is a clever, warmly strange puzzle adventure that thrives on restraint and wit. Its deliberate incompletion is a design strength: the game hands you half a world and trusts you to finish it, turning problem solving into playful co‑creation. Minimal visuals, nimble puzzles, and a standout soundtrack combine into an experience that’s consistently charming and frequently surprising."
CloverPit (Reviewed November 12, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"CloverPit nails a daring premise and turns it into deeply satisfying gameplay: the slot machine isn’t a gimmick but a programmable engine you learn to exploit, and discovering a runaway combo feels genuinely euphoric. The game’s systems; 150+ items, seeded runs, meta unlocks, and an Endless leaderboard; reward experimentation and mastery, while the claustrophobic ATM/debt hook keeps stakes sharp and immediate. A few balancing wrinkles remain (some synergies can shortcut challenge, and the gambling motif will divide players), but those are minor against a design that consistently surprises, thrills, and resonates. For players who love emergent systems, high‑risk optimization, and roguelites with a darker edge, CloverPit is essential play."
Service With a Shotgun (Reviewed November 12, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Service With a Shotgun nails a bold, hilarious premise and backs it up with sharp writing, a memorable cast, and shockingly satisfying combat that rewards both aim and improvisation. The visual‑novel moments give weight to the action, and systems like Zombie Intensity and headshot bonuses add meaningful player choice and mechanical bite. A few rough edges remain; pacing between dialogue and shooting can jar, and later‑chapter balance needs polish; but those are quibbles beside a game that consistently surprises, amuses, and thrills. If you want frantic, character‑driven chaos with real heart, this is one of the year’s most delightful surprises."
Nothing Strange Here (Reviewed November 11, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A warmly clever demo that turns reporting into playable systems; satisfying, photogenic, and full of personality. It’s missing breadth and deeper investigative tools, but what’s here is thoughtfully designed and genuinely charming."
A Pinball Game That Makes You Mad (Reviewed November 10, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A sharply designed, gleefully aggravating pinball demo that nails the core loop and personality but asks a bit much of players seeking depth or variety."
Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping (Reviewed November 9, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑perfect cozy mystery that nails character, voice acting, and pacing while keeping gameplay approachable and delightfully charming."
Shooty Shooty Robot Invasion (Reviewed November 9, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A must‑try for lovers of offbeat indie games and handcrafted visuals; a fun, compact romp that rewards curiosity and a taste for absurdity."
Tower Factory (Reviewed November 8, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Tower Factory is a satisfying mashup of factory automation and tower defense that rewards systems thinking and creative problem solving. Its core loop; designing production lines to churn out towers, then testing them against escalating waves; feels consistently engaging, and the roguelite metaprogression gives runs meaningful long‑term purpose."
1998 The Toll Keeper Story (Reviewed November 8, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"1998: The Toll Keeper Story is a rare narrative simulation that translates historical collapse into intimate, morally charged gameplay. It pairs taut, shift‑based mechanics with an emotionally rigorous script and a tactile 90s aesthetic to create a sustained, haunting experience that lingers long after play."
S.E.M.I. - Side Effects May Include… (Reviewed November 6, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"S.E.M.I. delivers a riotous, brilliantly unpredictable co‑op experience that turns volatile powerups, physics‑first combat, and procedurally shifting clinics into consistently memorable runs. Its combination of emergent comedy, tight risk‑vs‑reward design, and social-driven spectacle makes it a standout party rogue‑lite; especially with friends and voice chat."
Angry Video Game Nerd 8‑Bit (Reviewed November 4, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Angry Video Game Nerd 8‑bit delivers a spirited, lovingly crafted retro throwback that nails presentation and fan service while offering satisfying, pattern‑based challenge. It’s an excellent nostalgic ride with a few mechanical quibbles that keep it from being a full modern classic."
Spooky Express (Reviewed November 2, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Spooky Express is a brilliantly executed puzzler that gets nearly everything right: design clarity, handcrafted content, and a distinctive tone. Its few limitations are intentional design choices rather than flaws. For fans of theme‑driven, elegantly constrained puzzles, this is essential play."
Slots & Daggers (Reviewed November 2, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"Slots & Daggers turns a single clever twist into a legitimately thrilling roguelike: combat resolved through a slot‑machine delivers sharp, pulsey decisions, tactile feedback, and that irresistible “one more spin” momentum. Friedemann’s solo design chops are on display; the game feels handcrafted, immediate, and full of personality, with retro visuals, crunchy numbers, and a soundtrack that punctuates every clink of the reels."
Tiny Aquarium (Reviewed October 30, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A near‑masterful cozy simulator that nails charm, accessibility, and social hooks: Tiny Aquarium is relaxing, endlessly customizable, and genuinely addictive in short daily bursts thanks to Tiny Mode, persistent idle growth, and delightful breeding and fishing systems. The social features; visiting, trading, and community events; add meaningful reasons to return and showcase creativity, while the visual polish and steady content drops keep collections feeling fresh. Minor gripes around pacing of late‑game unlocks and occasional matchmaking friction prevent perfection, but these are easily addressable and don’t dull the core experience. Overall, a highly recommended pick for casual players, creators, and anyone who wants a calming companion on their desktop."
AION Classic 4.0 Light of Atreia (Reviewed October 29, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Gameforge Website
"Light of Atreia adds meaningful variety with three distinct dungeons that each promote different playstyles, from time-attack optimization (Iron Citadel), stable progression runs (Labyrinth of Echoes), and competitive faction PvE (Cradle of Doom). The update rewards teamwork and creates strong hooks for both casual groups and competitive communities, though players seeking large-scale raid content or radically new systems may find this more of a refinement than a reinvention."
Outbreak: Shades of Horror (Reviewed October 28, 2025) Score 7.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A competent early build that delivers solid cooperative survival mechanics and memorable mode variety, though it leans on familiar tropes and needs polish in balance and content depth. Worth playing for fans of the genre and groups who enjoy repeating runs while updates expand the roadmap."
LEGO Party! (Reviewed October 27, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on Xbox Series X
"A strong, entertaining launch that nails pick‑up‑and‑play controls, creative minigame design, and deep cosmetic customization; minor technical or balance hiccups appear but rarely derail the fun. Ideal for families and party‑game fans who value replayability and shared laughs."
Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny (Reviewed October 27, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A strong, enjoyable launch that captures the charm of its roster and offers satisfying couch co‑op, engaging combat, and meaningful progression. Minor polish and balance issues remain, but the game delivers consistent fun for groups and mixed‑skill parties."
Skate. (Reviewed October 26, 2025) Score 6.0/10.0
Reviewed by Alissa Worley on PC - Steam
"A solid Early Access showing; the core skate feel is enjoyable, Quick Drop and Skatepedia add value, and seasonal plans look balanced, but visual polish and feature depth still need time; a good pick for players who enjoy evolving sandboxes and can tolerate growing pains."
Ambulance Life (Reviewed October 12, 2025) Score 1.5/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on PC
"Repetitive, buggy, and uninspired, this simulator never rises to the challenge of portraying paramedic life."
MindsEye (Reviewed October 12, 2025) Score 2.0/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on PC
"MindsEye promised a city full of life and mystery but delivered a glitch-filled wasteland that tests your patience more than your skill."
Bubsy in the Purrfect Collection (Reviewed October 10, 2025) Score 3.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Bubsy leaps back into the spotlight, but nostalgia isn’t enough to save these clunky, outdated adventures."
Battlefield 6 (Reviewed October 9, 2025) Score 8.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PS5
“A gritty, explosive comeback that sometimes holds back but delivers thrilling battles worth jumping into.”
Silent Hill f (Reviewed September 22, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PS5
"Silent Hill F is a place where fear lingers in the fog, and every step makes you question reality."
Tiny Bookshop (Reviewed August 7, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Tiny Bookshop turns the quiet rhythm of a seaside town into a heartfelt, immersive experience that makes every book, every conversation, and every corner of Bookstonbury feel magical."
Killing Floor 3 (Reviewed July 24, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Killing Floor 3 takes everything fans loved about the series and amplifies it with polish, chaos, and smarter enemies. Every match feels intense, every victory earned."
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (Reviewed June 23, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PS5
"In a world of solitude, the connections we build are the bridges that keep us alive."
DOOM: The Dark Ages (Reviewed May 9, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
“Every demon slain in Dark Ages feels like reclaiming a piece of your own soul — and that might just be the greatest thrill in gaming.”
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Reviewed April 23, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PS5
“Clair Obscur doesn’t just ask you to explore its world, it invites you to feel it, to carry its brushstrokes home with you.”
Assassin’s Creed Shadows (Reviewed March 18, 2025) Score 9/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PS5
“There is power in silence, but there is magic in the shadows.”
Monster Hunter Wilds. (Reviewed February 24, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PS5
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PS5
“Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t just ask you to hunt monsters — it asks you to survive a world that refuses to stand still.”
“Civilization VII doesn’t just simulate history — it invites you to rewrite it, one thoughtful decision at a time.”
"Aloft lets you truly feel the freedom of the skies while giving every choice real weight, turning clouds into a canvas for adventure."
"A dramatic, disciplined return to form that proves the thrill of a thousand-strong battlefield is still alive and well."
Civilization VII (Reviewed February 3, 2025) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Justin Garcia on PC
“Civilization VII doesn’t just simulate history — it invites you to rewrite it, one thoughtful decision at a time.”
Aloft (Reviewed January 15, 2025) Score 9.0/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Aloft lets you truly feel the freedom of the skies while giving every choice real weight, turning clouds into a canvas for adventure."
Dynasty Origins (Reviewed January 13, 2025) Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"A dramatic, disciplined return to form that proves the thrill of a thousand-strong battlefield is still alive and well."
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Reviewed December 10, 2024) Score 8/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle isn’t just a game—it’s a globe-spanning treasure trove that turns every whip crack and cryptic clue into a moment worth remembering."
At its heart, Slitterhead feels like “a feverish blend of invention and imperfection — strange, mesmerizing, and uneven in equal measure.”
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Reviewed October 26, 2024) Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
“Black Ops 6 cranks the intensity up to eleven—fast, brutal, and endlessly strategic, it’s the ultimate adrenaline rush for both veterans and newcomers alike."
“Sometimes the idea is bigger than the lifespan—but innovation rarely dies with a shutdown.”
“Dustborn doesn’t just tell a story—it argues, provokes, and dares you to respond.”
“Zenless Zone Zero crackles with style and confidence, proving that when action, art, and attitude collide, the result can be absolutely electric.”
Luigi's Mansion 2 HD (Reviewed June 29, 2024) Score 8/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on Nintendo Switch
“Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is keep moving forward — even when every ghost tells you to run.”
“Homeworld 3 doesn’t always reach the emotional heights of its past, but when your fleet drifts through the stars in total silence, it reminds you why this series was never just about winning battles—it was about surviving the vast unknown.”
“There’s something deeply healing about a game that asks you to slow down, pay attention, and let beauty bloom at its own pace.”
“Dragon’s Dogma 2 isn’t just a game—it’s a sprawling, chaotic, and utterly addictive fantasy adventure that you’ll never want to put down.”
"Persona 3 Reload on PS4 is an unforgettable experience—a masterful blend of storytelling, world‑building, and deep mechanics that honors the original while inviting new adventurers to the fold."
“Tekken 8 blends breathtaking next‑gen visuals with deep, aggressive combat that rewards both newcomers and series veterans — and it sets a new high bar for the fighting genre.”
“Sometimes the most haunting journeys aren’t about saving the world, but about understanding what was lost along the way.”
“Dead Island 2 doesn’t just let you survive the apocalypse—it invites you to laugh, cringe, and smash your way through it with a blood-soaked grin.”
Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania (Reviewed April 9, 2023) Score 9/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on Xbox One
“Return to Castlevania doesn’t just revive a legend—it reminds us why mastering pain and persistence is so endlessly rewarding.”
“Blood Bowl 3 proves that victory isn’t just about scoring—it’s about surviving the pitch long enough to matter.”
"Resident Evil 4 doesn’t just remind us why it was revolutionary—it proves that true horror never ages."
“WWE 2K23 doesn’t just recreate wrestling—it captures the drama, spectacle, and heart that make stepping into the ring unforgettable.”
“Hogwarts Legacy doesn’t just let you visit the Wizarding World—it invites you to live in it, wand in hand and destiny unwritten.”
SpongeBob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake (Reviewed January 31, 2023)
Score 7/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on Xbox One
“SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake proves that even when the universe is falling apart, a little optimism, a few bubbles, and a lot of silliness can still save the day.”
“Sometimes the scariest secrets aren’t hidden in one house—they’re buried across an entire town.”
“Beacon Pines offers a unique and engaging gameplay experience that is sure to keep you hooked and entertained for hours on end.”
"It’s a perfect mix of strategy, creativity, and pure absurd fun—exactly what a campus simulation should be."
"Powerwash Simulator is a fun, educational, and addictively enjoyable game that has gained immense popularity among gaming enthusiasts."
"Sonic Origins bridges the gap between nostalgia and modern gaming, proving that Sonic’s speed and charm remain timeless."
"Evil Dead: The Game has shaped up to be one of the most exciting games of the year, delivering a thrilling and terrifying experience for fans of the franchise."
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga (Reviewed April 5, 2022)
Score 9/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
"LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga delivers a fun, immersive, and expansive journey through the galaxy, combining classic humor with modern gameplay innovations."
Tiny Tina's Worderland (Reviewed March 25, 2022)
Score 9/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
"Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands blends chaos, humor, and high-fantasy in a way that feels both fresh and familiar, making it one of the most exciting releases of the year."
"Elden Ring doesn’t just test your skill—it rewards your curiosity, patience, and determination in ways few games dare to attempt."
“With its solid combat system, diverse transformations, and vast open-world, Nobody Saves the World is a game that offers hours of entertainment and replayability.”
Hello Neighbor: Hide and Seek (Reviewed December 15, 2019)
Score 8.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on PC
“Hello Neighbor: Hide and Seek turns childhood imagination into a haunting lens for exploring loss, family, and the origins of a misunderstood villain.”
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (Reviewed October 25, 2019)
Score 8/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
“Call of Duty: Modern Warfare delivers one of the most realistic and immersive combat experiences the series has ever seen.”
“Borderlands 3 is everything fans have been waiting for—a wild, loot-filled ride that proves this franchise still reigns supreme in chaotic fun.”
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled (Reviewed June 24, 2019)
Score 9/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on Xbox One
“Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled proves that pure fun, when finely tuned, never goes out of style.”
"The World Next Door is a fun and entertaining adventure through a magical realm. The only downside is that it’s just too short, leaving players wanting more."
"Pathologic 2 forces you to confront not just the plague, but the darkest parts of yourself—and you may never look at survival the same way again."
“While the grinding can become repetitive, it doesn't hinder the many great elements of Swag and Sorcery.”
"Infected Shelter is a chaotic, fun, and endlessly replayable brawler that proves even in a post-apocalyptic world, survival can be stylishly violent."
“Mortal Kombat 11 doesn’t just honor its past—it reshapes it with brutal confidence and cinematic flair.”
“Jupiter & Mars doesn’t ask you to conquer the ocean—it asks you to listen to it.”
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (Reviewed March 22, 2019)
Score 9.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
“Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is bloody entertaining from start to finish.”
“TSIOQUE proves that a classic point & click adventure can still feel magical when passion, art, and storytelling come together.”
“Bad Dream: Fever has a beautiful storybook style that is charming and immersive with its creative puzzles and storyline.”
Steel Rats (Reviewed November 9, 2018)
Score 8/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on PS4
“Steel Rats proves that sometimes the best weapon isn’t a gun or a sword—it’s a roaring engine and the courage to never let off the throttle.”
Party Hard 2 (Reviewed October 28, 2018)
Score 8/10.0
Reviewed by Cindy Lennox on PC
"It embraces its madness wholeheartedly and invites players to do the same, making it an easy recommendation for fans of stealth strategy games with a twisted sense of humor."
Gang Beasts (Reviewed December 20, 2017)
Score 7.5/10.0
Reviewed by Mandy Valentine on Xbox One
“Gang Beasts turns clumsy punches and floppy physics into unforgettable moments of pure multiplayer chaos.”