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Hidden Capybaras with Orange in the Whimsical Library

Hidden Capybaras with Orange in the Whimsical Library

Release Date: Dec 18, 2024
-4.1

Latest Review

Kalina Mikova at LadiesGamers.com

Dec 19, 2024 | Score 95

“Hidden Capybaras with Orange in the Whimsical Library is a brief but fantastic little game about finding capybaras and owls in a magical library. It has no timers, and that, combined with the other elements of the gameplay, such as a fast recharging hint, nice soundtrack, and beautiful soundtrack, as well as several scenes, makes the whole game a great relaxing experience. I hope the developers have a new capybara game in the workings, for I can’t wait for the next one.”

Critics
95
Steam
99
Metacritic
—
Hidden Capybaras with Orange in the Whimsical Library

Hidden Capybaras with Orange in the Whimsical Library

Release Date: Dec 18, 2024

Latest review: Kalina Mikova at LadiesGamers.com

Dec 19, 2024 | Score 95

“Hidden Capybaras with Orange in the Whimsical Library is a brief but fantastic little game about finding capybaras and owls in a magical library. It has no timers, and that, combined with the other elements of the gameplay, such as a fast recharging hint, nice soundtrack, and beautiful soundtrack, as well as several scenes, makes the whole game a great relaxing experience. I hope the developers have a new capybara game in the workings, for I can’t wait for the next one.”

-4.1
Critics
95
Steam
99
Metacritic
—
Hidden Winter Things

Hidden Winter Things

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024
-3.9

Latest Review

Anni Large at LadiesGamers.com

Mar 3, 2025 | Score 95

“Hidden Winter Things is Galysh Company’s fantastic debut. It perfectly encompasses winter and everything the cosy sweater season has to offer, with beautiful aesthetics and an enchanting score to match.”

Critics
95
Steam
99
Metacritic
—
Hidden Winter Things

Hidden Winter Things

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024

Latest review: Anni Large at LadiesGamers.com

Mar 3, 2025 | Score 95

“Hidden Winter Things is Galysh Company’s fantastic debut. It perfectly encompasses winter and everything the cosy sweater season has to offer, with beautiful aesthetics and an enchanting score to match.”

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley - Fuddler's Courtship

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley - Fuddler's Courtship

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024
-44.5

Latest Review

Lee Mehr at VGChartz

Jan 20, 2025 | Score 45

“While relatively cheap, Hyper Games' Snufkin expansion suffers by reducing the already-streamlined foundation of the main game. This low-stakes story has heart, but it doesn't have any bones.”

Critics
45
Steam
90
Metacritic
—
Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley - Fuddler's Courtship

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley - Fuddler's Courtship

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024

Latest review: Lee Mehr at VGChartz

Jan 20, 2025 | Score 45

“While relatively cheap, Hyper Games' Snufkin expansion suffers by reducing the already-streamlined foundation of the main game. This low-stakes story has heart, but it doesn't have any bones.”

P

Party Versus

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024
+31.0

Latest Review

Sonya Haskins at GamingTrend

Jan 13, 2025 | Score 95

“Party Versus is creative, engaging, and beginner-friendly. It's a fantastic immersive party game. The only downside I saw to it is the fact that it's quite difficult to play seated, which can be a turn-off for some players who must or who chose to play seated.”

Critics
95
Steam
—
Metacritic
64
P

Party Versus

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024

Latest review: Sonya Haskins at GamingTrend

Jan 13, 2025 | Score 95

“Party Versus is creative, engaging, and beginner-friendly. It's a fantastic immersive party game. The only downside I saw to it is the fact that it's quite difficult to play seated, which can be a turn-off for some players who must or who chose to play seated.”

Dr. Cog

Dr. Cog

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024
-10.1

Latest Review

James Luff at LadiesGamers.com

Jan 6, 2025 | Score 75

“Dr. Cog offers a unique twist on deckbuilding that rewards patience and persistence. While the game doesn’t immediately grab you, its mechanics reveal depth the more you experiment and adapt. The heartfelt narrative adds a layer of meaning to the experience, and its price, free with no microtransactions, makes it worth a try.”

Critics
75
Steam
85
Metacritic
—
Dr. Cog

Dr. Cog

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024

Latest review: James Luff at LadiesGamers.com

Jan 6, 2025 | Score 75

“Dr. Cog offers a unique twist on deckbuilding that rewards patience and persistence. While the game doesn’t immediately grab you, its mechanics reveal depth the more you experiment and adapt. The heartfelt narrative adds a layer of meaning to the experience, and its price, free with no microtransactions, makes it worth a try.”

Awaria

Awaria

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024
+2.3

Latest Review

Joel Couture at Siliconera

Dec 29, 2024 | Score 90

“Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels. Awaria is just a tight, punchy package crammed with demanding stages, sharp storytelling, and cute kissable ghosts.”

Critics
90
Steam
96
Metacritic
79
Awaria

Awaria

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024

Latest review: Joel Couture at Siliconera

Dec 29, 2024 | Score 90

“Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels. Awaria is just a tight, punchy package crammed with demanding stages, sharp storytelling, and cute kissable ghosts.”

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024
+6.8

Latest Review

Mark Julian at GamingTrend

Jan 31, 2025 | Score 35

“Flint: Treasure of Oblivion feels like an incomplete game with poor storytelling and little to do. At about 10 hours to complete it's certainly not worth the $25 asking price. If you're looking for real-time exploration and turn-based combat, look elsewhere. Games like Divinity Original Sin 2 or Baldur's Gate do everything Flint wants to do but exceedingly better. If Fantasy isn't your jam, check out XCOM.”

Critics
64
Steam
57
Metacritic
—
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion

Release Date: Dec 17, 2024

Latest review: Mark Julian at GamingTrend

Jan 31, 2025 | Score 35

On Your Tail

On Your Tail

Release Date: Dec 16, 2024
-0.1

Latest Review

Jemma Casson at Pure Nintendo

May 22, 2025 | Score 65

“On Your Tail is a charming title that suffers from terrible performance issues. It's a pity; there's a lovely tale, interesting characters, and fun gameplay on offer. Perhaps playing on the Switch 2 will deliver an experience closer to what the developers were trying to deliver.”

Critics
71
Steam
89
Metacritic
54
On Your Tail

On Your Tail

Release Date: Dec 16, 2024

Latest review: Jemma Casson at Pure Nintendo

May 22, 2025 | Score 65

“On Your Tail is a charming title that suffers from terrible performance issues. It's a pity; there's a lovely tale, interesting characters, and fun gameplay on offer. Perhaps playing on the Switch 2 will deliver an experience closer to what the developers were trying to deliver.”

Panelak

Panelak

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024
-26.2

Latest Review

Adam Hambálek at SomHráč.sk

Jan 22, 2025 | Score 65

“Panelak is a short horror game with an enjoyable retro atmosphere, puzzles, and interesting concept, but also several endings. If you are a fan of similar games, do not hesitate to try this game. You can buy it on Steam, where it costs only a few bucks. For your purchase you get quite a good game, which is sadly little short, but you will get Czech dubbing as a bonus.”

Critics
65
Steam
91
Metacritic
—
Panelak

Panelak

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024

Latest review: Adam Hambálek at SomHráč.sk

Jan 22, 2025 | Score 65

“Panelak is a short horror game with an enjoyable retro atmosphere, puzzles, and interesting concept, but also several endings. If you are a fan of similar games, do not hesitate to try this game. You can buy it on Steam, where it costs only a few bucks. For your purchase you get quite a good game, which is sadly little short, but you will get Czech dubbing as a bonus.”

10 Dead Doves

10 Dead Doves

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024
-1.9

Latest Review

Jason Hawkins at Qualbert.com

Mar 19, 2025 | Score 80

“This is such a strange game. It starts off as almost a buddy comedy horror, and whilst it’s seldom explicitly scary in the traditional sense, there’s a sense of consistent creeping fear that comes with being left alone in the forest at night. This is less Final Destination, and more The Shining. You’ll be on edge, and left with some genuinely thought provoking questions when the game ends. This title really surprised me, and for the better.”

Critics
90
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
10 Dead Doves

10 Dead Doves

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024

Latest review: Jason Hawkins at Qualbert.com

Mar 19, 2025 | Score 80

Clone Drone In The Hyperdome

Clone Drone In The Hyperdome

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024
-8.0

Latest Review

Nathaniel Stevens at Digital Chumps

Dec 23, 2024 | Score 95

“Clone Drone in the Hyperdome from developer Doborog Games is a fun VR experience. It brings some wonderful sword-swinging action and compelling enemies that are a blast to go up against.”

Critics
84
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
Clone Drone In The Hyperdome

Clone Drone In The Hyperdome

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024

Latest review: Nathaniel Stevens at Digital Chumps

Dec 23, 2024 | Score 95

“Clone Drone in the Hyperdome from developer Doborog Games is a fun VR experience. It brings some wonderful sword-swinging action and compelling enemies that are a blast to go up against.”

The Cabin Factory

The Cabin Factory

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024
-9.2

Latest Review

Alissa Worley at BioGamer Girl

Dec 27, 2025 | Score 85

“The Cabin Factory is a smart, tightly focused horror vignette that delivers sustained atmosphere, clever anomaly design, and a quietly affecting narrative thread. Its simple inspector loop sharpens tension and makes every choice matter, while minimalist sound and staging amplify dread without relying on cheap shocks. The short runtime and subtle storytelling hold it back from perfection for some players, but at its price and scope it’s a polished, highly recommendable experience for fans of liminal, psychological horror.”

Critics
69
Steam
91
Metacritic
66
The Cabin Factory

The Cabin Factory

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024

Latest review: Alissa Worley at BioGamer Girl

Pine: A Story of Loss

Pine: A Story of Loss

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024
-11.6

Latest Review

Danreb Victorio at SmashPad

Jan 14, 2025 | Score 50

“If you want a simple game that’ll allow you to feel, Pine: A Story of Loss does that at the barest of minimums, so I can’t fully recommend it for $10. You’re better off with a game like Florence which does the same thing with much more variety and likely more enjoyment.”

Critics
69
Steam
80
Metacritic
—
Pine: A Story of Loss

Pine: A Story of Loss

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024

Latest review: Danreb Victorio at SmashPad

Jan 14, 2025 | Score 50

“If you want a simple game that’ll allow you to feel, Pine: A Story of Loss does that at the barest of minimums, so I can’t fully recommend it for $10. You’re better off with a game like Florence which does the same thing with much more variety and likely more enjoyment.”

FAIRY TAIL 2

FAIRY TAIL 2

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024
+3.6

Latest Review

Genghis Husameddin at DayOne

Mar 8, 2025 | Score 58

“FAIRY TAIL 2 is best left for fans and potentially players of the first game. A fun combat system and entertaining character interactions are strained against a linear, dull boss rush adventure with poor performance and weak sidequesting. I don’t think I can call this game an RPG in any capacity. ∎”

Critics
70
Steam
65
Metacritic
68
FAIRY TAIL 2

FAIRY TAIL 2

Release Date: Dec 13, 2024

Latest review: Genghis Husameddin at DayOne

Mar 8, 2025 | Score 58

“FAIRY TAIL 2 is best left for fans and potentially players of the first game. A fun combat system and entertaining character interactions are strained against a linear, dull boss rush adventure with poor performance and weak sidequesting. I don’t think I can call this game an RPG in any capacity. ∎”

Deathless. The Hero Quest

Deathless. The Hero Quest

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024
-2.0

Latest Review

A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

Nov 18, 2025 | Score 80

“It's very clear that the clever strategic implementation and stand-out visuals in Deathless. The Hero Quest make it one high quality roguelike. 🎴”

Critics
86
Steam
88
Metacritic
—
Deathless. The Hero Quest

Deathless. The Hero Quest

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024

Latest review: A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

Nov 18, 2025 | Score 80

“It's very clear that the clever strategic implementation and stand-out visuals in Deathless. The Hero Quest make it one high quality roguelike. 🎴”

Cat Needs

Cat Needs

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024
-15.4

Latest Review

PS3Blog.net Staff at PS3Blog.net

Oct 20, 2025 | Score 75

“Colorful and chill puzzle game with cats - and a dog”

Critics
83
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
Cat Needs

Cat Needs

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024

Latest review: PS3Blog.net Staff at PS3Blog.net

Oct 20, 2025 | Score 75

“Colorful and chill puzzle game with cats - and a dog”

-15.4
Critics
83
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
Chroma Zero

Chroma Zero

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024
-25.9

Latest Review

Antonio Russo at STWGames Italia

Jan 7, 2025 | Score 70

“Chroma Zero is a title that manages to stand out in the puzzle game scene thanks to its structure, colour-based system and minimalist but effective artwork. The puzzles prove to be complex, and the learning curve is particularly steep; however, thanks to a supportive community ready to offer a little help, the puzzles can be tackled with greater ease. With additional work on optimisation, this title could establish itself as a good benchmark among modern independent puzzle games.”

Critics
70
Steam
96
Metacritic
—
Chroma Zero

Chroma Zero

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024

Latest review: Antonio Russo at STWGames Italia

Jan 7, 2025 | Score 70

Hatsuyuki Sakura

Hatsuyuki Sakura

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024
-4.4

Latest Review

Thomas Knight at NookGaming

Dec 26, 2024 | Score 90

“Hatsuyuki Sakura is a sometimes depressing story, but one well worth experiencing. It has a compelling plot and uses the visual novel format particularly well to build it.”

Critics
90
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
Hatsuyuki Sakura

Hatsuyuki Sakura

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024

Latest review: Thomas Knight at NookGaming

Dec 26, 2024 | Score 90

“Hatsuyuki Sakura is a sometimes depressing story, but one well worth experiencing. It has a compelling plot and uses the visual novel format particularly well to build it.”

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TankHead

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024
N/A

Latest Review

Vladan Nastanović at EmuGlx.org

Mar 22, 2025 | Score 85

“A brilliant roguelike tank action game with demanding gameplay, but with some issues in difficulty balance and the randomness of upgrades. The luck factor reaches cosmic levels, which will frustrate most players, but the moment you get the right loot is a cause for celebration. This game is definitely not for the impatient.”

Critics
76
Steam
—
Metacritic
—
T

TankHead

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024

Latest review: Vladan Nastanović at EmuGlx.org

Mar 22, 2025 | Score 85

“A brilliant roguelike tank action game with demanding gameplay, but with some issues in difficulty balance and the randomness of upgrades. The luck factor reaches cosmic levels, which will frustrate most players, but the moment you get the right loot is a cause for celebration. This game is definitely not for the impatient.”

Tri Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Odyssey

Tri Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Odyssey

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024
N/A

Latest Review

Terrence Johnson at ZTGD

Jan 22, 2025 | Score 75

“Tri Breaker isn’t a bad game at all, in fact I found myself having some fun with it; despite me not being a fan of the vibe. There are some nice things along the way like various power-ups, and even boss fights which take away from the mundanity of block-breaking. Levels are all pretty varied which is nice, but that story is… well I mean its there.”

Critics
80
Steam
100
Metacritic
—
Tri Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Odyssey

Tri Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Odyssey

Release Date: Dec 12, 2024

Latest review: Terrence Johnson at ZTGD

Jan 22, 2025 | Score 75

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-3.9
Critics
95
Steam
99
Metacritic
—
-44.5
Critics
45
Steam
90
Metacritic
—
+31.0
Critics
95
Steam
—
Metacritic
64
-10.1
Critics
75
Steam
85
Metacritic
—
+2.3
Critics
90
Steam
96
Metacritic
79

“Flint: Treasure of Oblivion feels like an incomplete game with poor storytelling and little to do. At about 10 hours to complete it's certainly not worth the $25 asking price. If you're looking for real-time exploration and turn-based combat, look elsewhere. Games like Divinity Original Sin 2 or Baldur's Gate do everything Flint wants to do but exceedingly better. If Fantasy isn't your jam, check out XCOM.”

+6.8
Critics
64
Steam
57
Metacritic
—
-0.1
Critics
71
Steam
89
Metacritic
54
-26.2
Critics
65
Steam
91
Metacritic
—

“This is such a strange game. It starts off as almost a buddy comedy horror, and whilst it’s seldom explicitly scary in the traditional sense, there’s a sense of consistent creeping fear that comes with being left alone in the forest at night. This is less Final Destination, and more The Shining. You’ll be on edge, and left with some genuinely thought provoking questions when the game ends. This title really surprised me, and for the better.”

-1.9
Critics
90
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
-8.0
Critics
84
Steam
92
Metacritic
—

Dec 27, 2025 | Score 85

“The Cabin Factory is a smart, tightly focused horror vignette that delivers sustained atmosphere, clever anomaly design, and a quietly affecting narrative thread. Its simple inspector loop sharpens tension and makes every choice matter, while minimalist sound and staging amplify dread without relying on cheap shocks. The short runtime and subtle storytelling hold it back from perfection for some players, but at its price and scope it’s a polished, highly recommendable experience for fans of liminal, psychological horror.”

-9.2
Critics
69
Steam
91
Metacritic
66
-11.6
Critics
69
Steam
80
Metacritic
—
+3.6
Critics
70
Steam
65
Metacritic
68
-2.0
Critics
86
Steam
88
Metacritic
—

“Chroma Zero is a title that manages to stand out in the puzzle game scene thanks to its structure, colour-based system and minimalist but effective artwork. The puzzles prove to be complex, and the learning curve is particularly steep; however, thanks to a supportive community ready to offer a little help, the puzzles can be tackled with greater ease. With additional work on optimisation, this title could establish itself as a good benchmark among modern independent puzzle games.”

-25.9
Critics
70
Steam
96
Metacritic
—
-4.4
Critics
90
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
N/A
Critics
76
Steam
—
Metacritic
—

“Tri Breaker isn’t a bad game at all, in fact I found myself having some fun with it; despite me not being a fan of the vibe. There are some nice things along the way like various power-ups, and even boss fights which take away from the mundanity of block-breaking. Levels are all pretty varied which is nice, but that story is… well I mean its there.”

N/A
Critics
80
Steam
100
Metacritic
—