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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


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: Lake promises to be the full package
Lake delivers the small-town mail-carrier fantasy in spades. And despite some bugs in its demo, we'll absolutely be there on release day.

Julie Cooper
Jun 22, 20214 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


E3 2021 Mini-Preview: Book your stay with Bear and Breakfast
An unBEARably cute management game, Bear and Breakfast, invites you to make a little cash in the forest as you restore and operate a B+B.

Julie Cooper
Jun 21, 20213 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: Read between the lines in Letters - A Written Adventure
Read (and walk) between the lines in this word-based puzzle platformer, where the action happens on the page and words have power.

Julie Cooper
Jun 19, 20214 min read
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