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Ugly is a fun and simple puzzle platformer with a dark story that is indirectly told. Its simple mechanics and easy-to-learn controls make it perfect for anyone playing platformers for the first time or a veteran.

This is 2D Metroid at its peak and makes us wonder what could have happened if Dread had been released back in 2005 when it was first rumored. Could we now have a lot more 2D Metroid games? Or could the formula had dried out? What would have been its impact on the Metroidvania landscape? There is no way to know.

Overall, Blasphemous 2 is the perfect sequel to the first game and simply feels like a continuation of Blasphemous story while not changing what it doesn’t need to. The game is perfect for fans of both Castlevania who enjoy the challenge of Dark Souls. Though the dialogue may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it certainly immerses you.

Overall, American Arcadia is a fantastically story-rich puzzle game that will keep you on the edge of your seat and make you want to play it again, even after finishing it. The art style, character design, mechanics, and plot of the story come together to create something incredibly unique that most puzzle game players will enjoy, even with some of the puzzles being a little unforgiving.

The right headset truly enhances experiencing the audio of DE-EXIT – Eternal Matters. This title was surprisingly fun. Some of the puzzles can be frustrating, but it is important to take a step back and examine all avenues. DE-EXIT – Eternal Matters offers a fair challenge to those looking for it. And it offers adventure to those who hunger for a new journey to venture on. Only the bravest and most cunning can restore the Pillars to their power. Are you the Lux that will make that happen?

Overall, Arise: A Simple Story is a short but fantastic game. It isn’t the most challenging game out on the market; it isn’t the fastest paced or the most mechanically in-depth… but it doesn’t have to be. It’s calm, quiet, deep, and far more than enough to make it worth playing. If you need to fill a quiet afternoon or two and need a poignant story to pluck your heartstrings, definitely make sure to give Arise: A Simple Story a chance.

With all this and probably more coming to Friends vs Friends, this game is one of a kind while taking on the basics of gun warfare as seen in online PvP games such as Fortnite or Valorant, minus the map size and loot boxes, while smoothly integrating deckbuilding aspects into the game. This game is a fantastically chaotic game to play with friends or solo that will keep you occupied for hours.

Despite the linear path developers went with, it does not take away from the sense of adventure within the game. It truly feels like a considerable amount of thought went into both the audio and visual aspects of the story. Some of the puzzles can be frustrating at times, but when they’re solved, it is extremely satisfying. If you’re looking for a new game completely with adventure, mystery, and crazy twists and turns, do yourself a favor and check out Call of The Sea VR.

Scrap Riders is a fun beat 'em up that is made with a lot of love and nostalgia for game of the past. While it doesn't do anything revolutionary, its gameplay is incredibly fun and solid and with its self-aware humor, you will definitely have a great time playing it.

After Us is a very strong title that is visually beautiful with an amazing atmosphere created by the coordination of each element of the game put together. While some platform elements can be a little frustrating, the combat is a very fun part of the game that allows the size of the playable character to enhance the creepier aspects of the game.

Overall, Inner Ashes is an emotional rollercoaster of a walking simulator where every day that you live in Henry’s shoes gets more difficult as time goes on. The game does an excellent job of building awareness of what people with Alzheimer’s go through on a daily basis, and it has a captivating story and fun puzzles to go along with it as well as extra tidbits of information about Alzeihmers hidden on most levels.

Call of the Sea's initial three parts are splendid, with beautiful areas to explore and a fascinating story to unwind. The last couple of parts are less fun, with the swimming mechanics that are presented later in the game easing back things down and infrequently having anything fascinating for players to discover. There is one puzzle in Chapter 4 that speaks to an irregular trouble spike, and even the individuals who floated through all the past puzzles will probably wind up baffled. 

One Last Breath is a love letter to the simple times when 2.5D narrative-driven games were at their peak. Since their absence, the title brings a fan-favorite back to the mainstream via its great storytelling and intriguing puzzles.

The Fabulous Fear Machine does provide a unique take on the strategy genre as a whole. Instead of being the good guy everyone wants all the time, filling the masses with conspiracies and rumors to exploit them can also be great fun. It is recommended to check out the title if you are looking for an exquisite strategy game with its own personality and charm.

Sinister secrets begging to be uncovered and pieced together lurk beneath the surface, and with each playthrough, it’s even clearer to see this masterful tale’s endgame. Frank and Drake both have very complicated lives, and unraveling them, connecting the dots, and ultimately understanding their purpose in life is a thoughtful experience to witness.

Curse of the Sea Rats is a game that has that classic 2D animation charm, with its character design and voice acting, but the same cannot be said about the game’s gameplay which seems to not be that fleshed out and is too heavily built around its co-op. If you want to experience the game at its best, play it with a friend or younger sibling, otherwise, you won’t have the most enjoyable experience.

The soundtrack is bubbly as well and although the impacts are fundamental. From the ref's whistle to the divine explanations of GOAL and FOUL – Legendary Eleven is a long way from practical, however, that is a general-purpose. The audience shouting in the gallery brings a real feeling to it.

Worldless has a great premise and presentation. If you enjoy the exploration aspects of Metroid and Castlevania games, you will find a lot to enjoy. However, several combat balances need to be implemented, including an easy skill refund, additional skill points, and a design native to the PC platform.

Overall, Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara is an adorable game that is trying its hardest to pay homage to the old mascot platformers of the past, but sadly doesn’t get there and instead lands flat on its face. The game is definitely not for the hardcore platformer fan but is instead a great game to give to their younger sibling so that they can get a taste of the genre or develop a rage-quitting habit.

Even if you are a lover of animals, this game will tire you out. It is sad but not intense. It is gorgeous but not fun. It is not touching enough. There are many good things about this game: Like the sound design is great, and so is the art department- But everything else basically falls short. The theme is barely scratched on the surface, the environment is too big to explore, the general gameplay is repetitive, and the progression is too limited. Overall, Endling: Extinction is Forever does not do anything more than pointing a finger at these problems and expects you to get something more.