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Jordan Hawes at WayTooManyGames

Feb 7, 2025 | Score 60

“Tyrant’s Realm has a lot of great ideas that came together in a good package. However, there are aspects of it that really drag it down. From the basic level designs, to the easy combat, to what I think is a broken gear system, there just wasn’t enough challenge to this to feel like a Soulslike or a Roguelite in the slightest. I don’t remember the last time I’ve fully beaten a Roguelite with only two total deaths. There is definitely something here, it just needs to be tightened up and not be afraid to challenge the players to make them go through multiple runs.”

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Augusto A. at Niche Gamer

Jul 2, 2025 | Score 80

“Blade Chimera is a solid title if you want a short game that goes down easy. The exploration is incredibly smooth, the visuals are fantastic, and the plot is surprisingly gripping. If you are a fan of Metroidvanias or just want to try a game that does most things right, give Blade Chimera a shot.”

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Thomas Knight at NookGaming

Feb 12, 2026 | Score 90

“While I was a little skeptical of the new direction for Dynasty Warriors: Origins at first, I found myself thoroughly impressed after diving in. The more complex take on hack-and-slash combat kept me playing this for hours at a time, and the plot and character moments kept me gripped, even as someone familiar with the series and various takes on the story it’s based on.”

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Robert Kellett at Lords Of Gaming

May 6, 2025 | Score 85

“I was surprised how easily I rolled and jumped through jungles alongside DK and his buddies. Offering amazing platforming controls, tight level design that invites exploration, impressive usage of the foreground and background, and solid presentation that holds up generations later, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a fantastic 2D platforming romp for everyone. While it doesn’t surpass the master class work Retro Studios created with its sequel, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, it’s still an adventure worth returning to.”

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Zachary Holmes at TheBigBois

Jun 22, 2025 | Score 75

“Aloft offers a refreshing twist on survival games with its unique skybound setting and co-op gameplay. Building skyships and exploring floating islands make for an exhilarating adventure.”

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Chiara Roscini at Indie Games Devel

Apr 4, 2025 | Score 80

“The Lies We Tell Ourselves – Chapter One delivers a powerful and unsettling introduction to a psychological narrative that ventures deep into the human psyche. Through a symbolic, story-driven gameplay experience rich in atmosphere, the game invites players to explore Vincent’s fragmented mind, suspended between reality and nightmare, past and present. With refined writing, masterful art direction, and a haunting soundtrack, this opening chapter lays the foundation for an emotional and metaphysical journey that will linger with attentive and emotionally attuned players.”

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Jason Coles at TheSixthAxis

Jan 24, 2025 | Score 100

“Even when you do eventually beat the game, you're then thrown into a new game plus cycle that means you can just keep playing and making your character stronger and stronger. It's such a blast to play. In fact, it's so good that I've been meaning to write this review for about a week now, but every time I think about Heroes of Hammerwatch 2 I seem to end up playing it instead. Speaking of which...”

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Fran J. Ruiz at GameWatcher

Feb 25, 2025 | Score 65

“There's a great 'town defense' RTS at the center of Age of Darkness, but the lack of polish even after its 1.0 launch is disappointing and the campaign lacks punch.”

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Paula Ridigolo at La Orden del Pixel

Oct 13, 2025 | Score 100

“Evil Trout invites us to become detectives and uncover the dark secret of the Roottree family in an exciting adventure that tests our ingenuity and powers of deduction. A wonderful game that completely immersed me in an intriguing family story, combining deduction with puzzle solving.”

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Rifaye Awsaf at GamesCreed

Feb 15, 2025 | Score 48

“After spending several hours playing Hyper Light Breaker, overall, It left the player feeling more annoyed than having fun. Although upgrades throughout its early access phase could help it to improve, as it stands, it is difficult to advise. At the time of drafting the review, developers delivered a patch that came with several enhancements to performance, visuals and controls, Steam Deck compatibility, and the squashing of major issues. Perhaps you can give Hyper Light Breaker a go if you’ve liked Hyper Light Drifter, since the devs are actively working on fixing the issues.”

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Mateusz Cieślak at GameOnly

Feb 24, 2026 | Score 50

“I’m genuinely surprised that the developers at Splight Light didn’t spend more time polishing this title. Pirates VR: Jolly Roger had the potential to be a really good game, but it ended up as an average experience where you can almost hear the echo of a wasted potential. If you enjoy calm and short adventure games, it might be worth checking out, but if you’re expecting a true pirate adventure under the black flag, the pirate ships in the game will mostly remain somewhere in the background.”

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Dominik Probst at TestingBuddies

Feb 9, 2025 | Score 90

“Threefold Recital is an extraordinary game - but definitely not for everyone. Those who can engage with a deep story with philosophical undertones, complex characters and calm but creative gameplay will enjoy a captivating experience. However, those expecting action-packed battles or rapid progression may quickly become frustrated. The world of Bluescales is breathtaking, the puzzles challenging and the story full of intrigue. At the same time, the game requires a high willingness to read and patience for its leisurely narrative style.”

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Ruibai Cheng at LadiesGamers.com

Dec 31, 2025 | Score 95

“Overall, Nurikabe World is a fantastic game for players who love grid-based logic puzzles, such as Picross and Minesweeper. Outside of the main levels, there are still plenty more, whether user-created or randomly generated, making Nurikabe World a game that I’ll always come back to boot up when I’m itching for a few puzzles.”

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Zachary Holmes at TheBigBois

Jan 17, 2025 | Score 80

“Love, Internet, and Murder Magic is a rare gem that combines strategic gameplay, emotional storytelling, and stunning presentation into a cohesive and unforgettable experience. It challenges players to think deeply about their choices, both in the game and in the broader context of technology and ethics. Whether you’re drawn to the rogue-lite mechanics, the mystery of K’s death, or the opportunity to explore a unique and visually striking world, this game offers something for everyone. For fans of narrative-driven games with meaningful choices and replayability, Love, Internet, and Murder Magic is a must-play title that will keep you coming back for more.”

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Alana Dunitz at GameGrin

Jan 9, 2025 | Score 80 | Pre-release Review

“Super Puzzled Cat is an adorable and challenging puzzle platformer with a unique mechanic that lets you create a save state to start from that point in the level whenever you want.”

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Jack Curran at New Game Network

Jan 28, 2025 | Score 71

“As a precision platformer with a focus on speedrunning, Unless works well. Mastering its tiny levels is satisfying, but the very short runtime means that its good ideas never really have time to fully develop.”

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Badr Faisal Al Mutairi at ElderPlayers

Mar 17, 2025 | Score 65

“While it's always interesting to see some of the games stuck on older consoles back and re-introduced in modern versions, unfortunately, many of these games show the effects of time in various aspects, and Freedom Wars is one of them. While the gameplay and combat are fun, that's not enough to overcome the game's many drawbacks.”

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Katerina Amidano at Minimap

Apr 23, 2025 | Score 60

“Despite its flaws, S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH still offers a brief but memorable experience for players who enjoy cozy, visually-driven narratives and don’t mind a more guided storytelling style. It’s a game best suited for those looking for something short, nostalgic, and reflective — even if it doesn’t quite reach its full potential.”

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Becca Smith at Six One Indie

Jan 13, 2025 | Score 80

“Reviver has a lovely story and unique mechanics that make it well worth a one-time play through. If you’re a fan of puzzle games, there are plenty of puzzles to solve here, but if you’re looking for something simple and calming, it might not be quite as relaxing as you think. There are also some minor issues with the game’s language - some English translations are a little off - but that is a very small detail that can be ironed out with a patch or two.”

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Augusto A. at Niche Gamer

Jan 9, 2025 | Score 40

“The Rangers in the South does the bare minimum to be considered an ARPG and thoroughly fails at being a roguelike. This is a game that would have benefitted a lot from player input and more development time, as it feels rushed and lacking in content.”