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Ousadi Mohamed Seif Eddine at Just Play it

Feb 15, 2026 | Score 70

“BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW delivers a solid psychological horror experience in certain aspects, though it falls short in others. What sets it apart is its bold approach to psychological and social themes, but it suffers from some repetition in level design. Ultimately, it remains a suitable experience for fans of mysterious and meaningful games.”

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Jo Hawley at Minimap

Feb 10, 2026 | Score 70

“Craftlings is a colorful puzzle/strategy game from ARIANO Games that blends the spirit of Lemmings with a lighter, settlement-management vibe. It’s charming on the surface, but there’s a steep learning curve underneath the cute presentation.”

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Matt Sainsbury at Digitally Downloaded

Jan 18, 2026 | Score 80

“I just suspect that in the world of board games, anime fan service aesthetics are something that heavily limits the number of gaming groups that are going to be willing to play. Not everyone likes fan service, and if even one person is put off by Heart of Crown’s characters (particularly the lolis), then that’s a group that’s never going to vote to play it on game night. Therefore, as I’m not a fan of playing randoms online, Heart of Crown is likely to be a single-player only experience for me, and that’s a disappointing way for an otherwise excellent game to fall short.”

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Trevor Gould at Pure Nintendo

Feb 24, 2026 | Score 60

“Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, while still good fun overall, is a letdown, both as paid DLC and a standalone release. The upgrade pack, though inexpensive, is underwhelming and of questionable value, with most additions feeling minor and unpolished. And if you somehow missed the original game, you'd best have a strong answer to the question "Why start now?"”

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Will "FncWill" Hogeweide at Rectify Gaming

Feb 3, 2026 | Score 85

“For veterans, Trails beyond the Horizon feels like a reward for years of investment. For newcomers, it may feel daunting, but it also stands as a testament to what long form storytelling in games can achieve when creators trust their audience to follow along. The Legend of Heroes is no longer just telling stories about nations and heroes. It is telling a story about a civilization standing at the threshold of the unknown, asking whether it is ready to step beyond the horizon.”

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Stacie Cotton at MKAU Gaming

Jan 14, 2026 | Score 80

“With a drunken Batman and a dirty Gotham City vibe, Hank: Drowning On Dry Land is such an enjoyable little game. I would liken it more to an episodic game due to its short run time, which probably ties in with the other two titles I discovered. After this experience, though, I really find myself wanting to dive into what else My Next Games has done with our titular character, Hank.”

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Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

Feb 16, 2026 | Score 80

“Kotama and Academy Citadel was a fun experience that you can tell it took years to put together. With a lot of passion behind each character, story, and twist that I came across. Sure there was some very voluptuous reasons to play the game. The gameplay more than makes up for it. There’s even the creative mechanics that you’ll learn how to preform and execute on the fly. So, if you pick up the game, don’t give up so soon. You’ve just start your way to being the next Carmel Star. I just hope they read this and understand to just have certain pop-ups when getting the same item again only once. I give Kotama and Academy Citadel the Thumb Culture Gold Award”

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Jemma Casson at Pure Nintendo

Feb 12, 2026 | Score 70

“Cassette Boy is a unique little adventure that will keep you thinking over the course of its short runtime. The classic look sparks nostalgia for older gamers, with a sweet story that could have been fleshed out further.”

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Roger Reichardt at The Gamerheads Podcast

Jan 31, 2026 | Score 75

“The best part of Streetdog BMX is simply riding around and pulling off tricks for fun. Unfortunately, the game doesn’t really reward that kind of free riding. Instead, it relies on challenge areas, which require me to first locate them and then stay confined to completing objectives within those specific sections of the park. The foundation for a great trick-based biking game is here, but the way challenges are implemented holds back any sense of freedom and my overall enjoyment of the game.”

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Jeff M Young at Analog Stick Gaming

Jan 28, 2026 | Score 65

“Philna Fantasy has a lot going for it. The progression systems are great, and really allow you to customize your character and tailor them to what you want from them. The game has plenty of environments to venture through, bosses to defeat, and a solid combat system to devour. However, part of what makes a good RPG is its story, its cast of characters, and an engaging reason for your hero to take on this journey, and sadly, Philna Fantasy suffers the most in these crucial categories.”

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Travis Bruno at Capsule Computers

Feb 20, 2026 | Score 85

“The Real Face of a VTuber blends a clever murder mystery with sharp VTubing insight, offering fan‑friendly humor despite some underused characters, some rough formatting, and translation issues”

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Chahinez Shanona Haoues at Digitale Anime

Feb 22, 2026 | Score 75

“"An enjoyable investigation experience" Confidential Killings – A Detective Game offers an investigation experience that relies on deduction and analysis rather than direct instruction, with a gradual narrative that unravels a complex web of crimes within a dark, artistic setting. The game's strength lies in its respect for the player's intelligence and its coherent logical structure, while the most notable drawbacks are the lack of clues, the excessive handwriting, and the limited playtime. Despite these shortcomings, it remains a focused and realistic investigation experience aimed at fans of methodical thinking and crime fiction.”

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Scott Adams at The Outerhaven Productions

Jan 15, 2026 | Score 80

“Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights is a great entry point to the genre of Otome. It includes a simple premise and a basic dynamic that works well in the game's favor.”

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Terrence Johnson at ZTGD

Feb 17, 2026 | Score 60

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Jake Mcpartlin at Minimap

Feb 3, 2026 | Score 70

“For any fan of 3D platformers, or even someone who has very little experience but has more than a passing interest, I can absolutely recommend Big Hops. This goes doubly if you enjoy the "play your way" style of gameplay offered by games like Dishonored and Breath of the Wild. Although I wouldn't expect a deep connection between the stories or characters, there's still a fair amount of joy to be found in exploring its world and uncovering secrets.”

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Ruibai Cheng at LadiesGamers.com

Jan 26, 2026 | Score 75

“Mate’Morphosis presents players with a series of logic-based Chess puzzles that require careful planning to correctly transform their pieces, move about the board, and checkmate the king. Unfortunately, the absence of a hint system or a level skip feature can stop players from fully experiencing this game.”

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Branford Hubbard at MonsterVine

Feb 2, 2026 | Score 100

“Pathologic 3 is a bizarre remake of a game from 2005 that seems to combine the worst elements from Persona 5 and the Arrow TV series, and wants you to think that it’s somehow compelling. Its lack of atmosphere and plain dressing sap any curiosity I had, and the need for the game to hide even the most basic of information may attract the equivalent of horror game Soulslike fans, but I’d urge anyone to stay away. Somewhere in Pathologic 3, there’s a very interesting Trauma Center game with plenty of lore, decisions to make, and patients to save. Unfortunately, a time-travel and horror story is grafted onto it. Horror fans, you deserve better.”