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Four bite-sized 2023 games you shouldn't miss
Can't buckle in for another 100-hour adventure right now? We see you. We feel you. We have four game recommendations for you.

Nate Hermanson
Jan 18, 20249 min read
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REVIEW: Born of Bread's paper RPG vibes aren't thin, but a bit crinkled
Born of Bread is charming, cute, cozy, and approachable; a classic Paper Mario experience for those missing it.

Nate Hermanson
Jan 14, 20248 min read
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REVIEW: Jackbox Party Pack 10 celebrates a milestone with one of the best pack games yet
Jackbox 10 delivers some of the highest highs with a milestone pack. TimeJinx and Dodo Re Mi will be a hit for holiday parties everywhere.

Nate Hermanson
Dec 11, 202310 min read
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ANNOUNCING: The Video Games Are Good 2023 GOTY Nominees
In a year marked by incredible quality for video games, we had to up our list from the usual nine to 10 Game of the Year nominees.

Nate and Julie
Nov 20, 20238 min read
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REVIEW: Wizard with a Gun shoots, loops, and crafts a satisfying solo and co-op experience
We played Wizard with a Gun in two-player co-op. Its gameplay loop and sandbox allow for fun experimentation across the board.

Nate Hermanson
Oct 30, 20238 min read
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World of Horror developed "low and slow" heads to 1.0 release - PAX West 2023 hands-on/interview
Palms sweaty, pulse racing. The typical PAX West experience? Or the result of playing the demo for World of Horror?

Nate Hermanson
Oct 15, 20238 min read
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Narrative RPG Long Gone Days centers humanity in a time of war - PAX West 2023 hands-on/interview
As Long Gone Days approached its October release date, we talked with Lead Programmer Camilo Valderrama at PAX West.

Nate Hermanson
Oct 9, 20238 min read
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REVIEW: Bilkins' Folly combines professorial puzzles with Monkey Island shenanigans beautifully
X marks the spot, and Bilkins' Folly HITS the spot with its delightful treasure-hunting and puzzles.

Nate Hermanson
Oct 8, 20238 min read
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Demonschool delivers a more active tactics RPG experience - PAX West 2023 hands-on/interview
Necrosoft Games Founder and Director Brandon Sheffield schooled us in all things Demonschool at PAX West 2023.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 28, 20238 min read
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REVIEW: Dino farm sim Paleo Pines is creative, cute, and clunky
There's nothing prehistoric about Paleo Pines' fresh ideas, but the execution isn't always dino-mite.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 27, 20238 min read
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REVIEW: Final Fantasy 16 takes wild swings but stays true to its roots
Final Fantasy 16 shows the darkness that past games in the series would have hidden in the margins.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 23, 202311 min read
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REVIEW: Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical hits the high notes but forgets to sweat the small stuff
When the game reaches its climax, and the emotional impact is at its peak, Stray Gods soars.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 20, 20238 min read
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Billy Basso on creating mysterious and mind-blowing Animal Well - PAX West 2023 hands-on/interview
We had a long chat about the beautiful and layered platformer Animal Well with its solo developer, Billy Basso, at PAX West 2023.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 18, 202311 min read
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REVIEW: Eternights shrinks the Persona experience down to a tight action-romance package
Eternights is visually striking, features stirring character arcs, and shows great talent. Even if in the end, I recommend it conditionally.

Nate Hermanson
Sep 11, 20238 min read
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Not-E3 2023: 11 games you need to wishlist after Steam Next Fest
Our team lists 11 games from Steam Next Fest in June that you need to get on your wishlist. Like, right now.

Nate and Julie
Jun 26, 202314 min read
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REVIEW: The Goosebumps choose-your-own-adventure generation needs Varney Lake
Varney Lake is like a Goosebumps choose-your-own-adventure... if it had fangs.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 19, 20237 min read
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Not-E3 2023 Day 6 and Finale: Ubisoft soars, Capcom hits the floor, Not-E3's final encore
Saying farewell to Not-E3 2023, an exciting summer gaming smorgasbord that has us thrilled for the future of games.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 18, 20235 min read
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Not-E3 2023 Mini-Preview: Hex tile planet builder Bubblegum Galaxy is full of flavor
Bubblegum Galaxy is a cozy and cute hex-based planet builder from indie dev Smarto Club.

Glory
Jun 14, 20233 min read
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Not-E3 2023 Day 5: Xbox is so back, PC gamers are thriving, and the one game dominating our thoughts
Xbox needed this win, and PC Gaming Show was as varied as ever.

Nate Hermanson
Jun 12, 20237 min read
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Not-E3 2023 Day 4: Distilling the best of Future of Play, Wholesome Direct, and Future Games Show
How do you distill down three showcases with nearly 200 games? With a few well-deserved indie spotlights!

Nate Hermanson
Jun 11, 20236 min read
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