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REVIEW: In Road 96, the real fun is the friends you make along the way
We took to the highways and byways of Petria in Road 96. Here's what we learned along the journey.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 14, 20216 min read


Splitgate: Portals + slick gunplay = way too fun to be free
Splitgate is Halo-meets-Portal in an unexpectedly appealing package. It's way too fun to be free... and yet...

Nate Hermanson
Aug 16, 20215 min read


REVIEW: The Forgotten City is an unforgettable narrative experience
Make your way through The Forgotten City's ancient Roman time-loop murder mystery, a game of exploration and deduction.

Nate Hermanson
Jul 27, 20217 min read


REVIEW: Death's Door delivers deadly delights
Despite playing as a soul-reaping crow, Death's Door is a lighthearted action game with excellent combat and professional polish.

Nate Hermanson
Jul 25, 20215 min read


Early Access Check-in: Lose hours of your life to the hidden temple grind in Phantom Abyss
Avoid traps, loot tombs, and learn from other players' mistakes in Phantom Abyss, an asynchronous multiplayer roguelite in early access.

Nate Hermanson
Jul 21, 20214 min read


REVIEW: Biomutant is a messy inconsistent beast of a game
Experiment 101 put a lot of thought into this world's origins and lore — but forgot to craft one singular meaningful story in the process.

Nate Hermanson
Jul 15, 20214 min read


Dear Diary - Golfing in the Mushroom Kingdom with Mario Golf: Super Rush
We're pairing cheeky narrative storytelling with early-impression musings about the world of Mario Golf: Super Rush.

Nate Hermanson
Jul 1, 20216 min read


A short call for shorter experiences
In 400 words or less, VGG calls for more short experiences in gaming. Indies might be leading the way, but AAA development needs to catch up

Nate Hermanson
Jun 30, 20212 min read


Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart could be the anti-crunch release we've been waiting for
It's time for the industry to recognize the truth: Crunch is always a choice, never a necessity. Rift Apart's stunning quality is proof.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 29, 20213 min read


Sports game developers deserve love too
Major sports game devs pump out games every year and often work on up to three at a time. And they deserve a little more credit for it.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 28, 20214 min read


Activision continues to be the absolute worst, gives CEO $154 million bonus
A short chronicling of Activision-Blizzard's descent into the industry's actual worst, amid news that its CEO nabs an unearned $154 million.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 27, 20213 min read


REVIEW: Chicory - A Colorful Tale paints a masterful picture of gaming brilliance
Chicory - A Colorful Tale is a masterwork and VGG's first-ever 10/10. With a unique painting hook, this adventure is without parallel.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 26, 20217 min read


REVIEW: Befriend gods after the world's end in Mythic Ocean
After the end of the world, kick back and help your friends with their issues in the exploration-heavy visual novel Mythic Ocean.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 25, 20217 min read


REVIEW: Enjoy a carefree visit with the Beasts of Maravilla Island
Fans of photo games will enjoy its beautiful island life, but lacking interactivity, Maravilla Island offers a look-don't-touch environment.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 24, 20215 min read


REVIEW: Unearth what's hidden below the surface in The Magnificent Trufflepigs
Consider me sold on the narrative metal-detector walking sim. Apart from a few poor design choices, this game's unique systems shone.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 23, 20215 min read


REVIEW: Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX authentically recreates a classic, for better or worse
Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX takes you on a surprisingly punishing platforming adventure that stands out for its unique gameplay mechanics.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 22, 20216 min read


Introducing... video games are good 2.0
The big reveal is here! Get the inside scoop about our site-wide redesign and exciting plans for upcoming reviews, features and more.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 21, 20213 min read


REVIEW: Minute of Islands hits hard with its haunting beauty
Between satisfying mechanical interactions and an affecting story, narrative puzzler Minute of Islands is one that will stick with players.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 21, 20216 min read


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: In choice-driven Road 96 no two road trips are the same
Road 96 offers an experience that blends handcrafted narratives and complete randomness to find a special sort of harmony.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 20, 20214 min read


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: Wolfstride kicks ass
Wolfstride's giant mecha battles, constant energy and pleasing artistic choices make this turn-based RPG something we can't wait to master.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 18, 20214 min read
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