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I, Robot

I, Robot

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

Apr 18, 2025 | Score 80

β€œI, Robot is my new favourite arcade-like VR experience so if you have a headset, boot this sucker up and feed your head to the web. πŸ‘οΈβ€

Critics
82
Steam
92
Metacritic
β€”
I, Robot

I, Robot

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

Apr 18, 2025 | Score 80

β€œI, Robot is my new favourite arcade-like VR experience so if you have a headset, boot this sucker up and feed your head to the web. πŸ‘οΈβ€

N/A
Critics
82
Steam
92
Metacritic
β€”
Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-9.8

Latest Review

Alan Murilo Pereira Duque at Nintendo Blast

May 8, 2025 | Score 70

β€œPhantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate succeeds in its mission of offering a (currently) definitive version of the Phantom Breaker franchise spin-off. While there are several good beat 'em ups in the Switch library, there's no denying that this young girls fighters' adventure performs well and especially fits the versatility of Nintendo's device. So, if what you're looking for is a new adventure in this genre currently in a recent boom, this is a very solid choice despite not being quite as spectacular as some more modern titles; nonetheless, if you keep your expectations in check, it's perfectly possible to have fun here.”

Critics
76
Steam
86
Metacritic
β€”
Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate

Tempopo

Tempopo

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

PS4Blog.net Staff at PS4Blog.net

Jul 21, 2025 | Score 85

β€œColorful musical puzzler through the seasons on Nintendo Switch”

Critics
79
Steam
98
Metacritic
β€”
Tempopo

Tempopo

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: PS4Blog.net Staff at PS4Blog.net

Jul 21, 2025 | Score 85

β€œColorful musical puzzler through the seasons on Nintendo Switch”

N/A
Gorn 2

Gorn 2

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-8.1

Latest Review

Ben Fellows at PlayStation Universe

Jul 31, 2025 | Score 85

β€œGorn 2 doesn't reinvent the series, and it doesn't need to. It refines the original in smart, deliberate ways: tighter progression, sharper visuals, and more variety through new weapons and absurd traps. The core loop remains that gleeful, physics-fuelled violence, now smoother, better paced, and more reliably fun. For fans of the first entry, Gorn 2 delivers a more polished and engaging experience - a true sequel that earns its place in the arena.”

Critics
78
Steam
86
Metacritic
β€”
Gorn 2

Gorn 2

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Ben Fellows at PlayStation Universe

Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree

Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
+4.8

Latest Review

Pascal Tekaia at RPGamer

Dec 5, 2025 | Score 70

β€œMandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree is a very solid first foray into the Metroidvania/action RPG space for developer Primal Game Studio.”

Critics
78
Steam
76
Metacritic
70
Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree

Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Pascal Tekaia at RPGamer

Dec 5, 2025 | Score 70

β€œMandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree is a very solid first foray into the Metroidvania/action RPG space for developer Primal Game Studio.”

Skies Above

Skies Above

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

David Temple at Pure Nintendo

May 5, 2025 | Score 80

β€œSkies Above provides some pure and simple arcade action fun. It looks nice, has a straightforward (albeit quite unique) premise, features simple gameplay mechanics, and challenges the player to keep pushing further than the last time.”

Critics
76
Steam
95
Metacritic
β€”
Skies Above

Skies Above

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: David Temple at Pure Nintendo

May 5, 2025 | Score 80

β€œSkies Above provides some pure and simple arcade action fun. It looks nice, has a straightforward (albeit quite unique) premise, features simple gameplay mechanics, and challenges the player to keep pushing further than the last time.”

Sacre Bleu

Sacre Bleu

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-10.0

Latest Review

A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

May 8, 2025 | Score 80

β€œFinishing the levels in Sacre Bleu is enjoyable enough but when you throw in its clever scoring system, you're left with a ton of replay value. βšœοΈβ€

Critics
80
Steam
90
Metacritic
β€”
Sacre Bleu

Sacre Bleu

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: A.J. Maciejewski at Video Chums

May 8, 2025 | Score 80

β€œFinishing the levels in Sacre Bleu is enjoyable enough but when you throw in its clever scoring system, you're left with a ton of replay value. βšœοΈβ€

Polterguys: Possession Party

Polterguys: Possession Party

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-19.5

Latest Review

Mandy Valentine at BioGamer Girl

Dec 30, 2025 | Score 85

β€œPolterguys: Possession Party is a raucous, charming party game that nails social chaos and emergent hilarity. It’s easy to pick up, endlessly replayable with friends, and packed with personality thanks to its costumes, toys, and physics‑first interactions. Balance issues, occasional bot and map quirks, and a mildly grindy progression loop hold it back from higher marks, but the core experience; creative sabotage, laugh‑out‑loud moments, and strong party energy, makes it a solid buy for multiplayer fans.”

Critics
75
Steam
95
Metacritic
β€”
Polterguys: Possession Party

Polterguys: Possession Party

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
Bionic Bay

Bionic Bay

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
+3.1

Latest Review

Zachary Holmes at TheBigBois

Jun 9, 2025 | Score 90

β€œMore than just a stylish indie platformer, Bionic Bay is a blueprint for how to evolve 2D design in 2025β€”tight controls, physics-driven mechanics, and an atmosphere so thick you can swap into it.”

Critics
86
Steam
86
Metacritic
80
Bionic Bay

Bionic Bay

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Zachary Holmes at TheBigBois

Jun 9, 2025 | Score 90

β€œMore than just a stylish indie platformer, Bionic Bay is a blueprint for how to evolve 2D design in 2025β€”tight controls, physics-driven mechanics, and an atmosphere so thick you can swap into it.”

Pax Augusta

Pax Augusta

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-11.3

Latest Review

Olaf Bleich at GAMES.CH

May 1, 2025 | Score 76

β€œThose who are patient and willing to embrace the game's quirks will be rewarded with an exceptional city-building experience that will linger in their memory for a long time.”

Critics
59
Steam
70
Metacritic
β€”
Pax Augusta

Pax Augusta

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Olaf Bleich at GAMES.CH

May 1, 2025 | Score 76

β€œThose who are patient and willing to embrace the game's quirks will be rewarded with an exceptional city-building experience that will linger in their memory for a long time.”

Rusty Rabbit

Rusty Rabbit

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-3.8

Latest Review

Joshua Render at GameGrin

Oct 19, 2025 | Score 70

β€œRusty Rabbit is an interesting title, with a strong plot in a colourful world. However, the gameplay and dialogue can drag at times.”

Critics
69
Steam
73
Metacritic
β€”
Rusty Rabbit

Rusty Rabbit

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Joshua Render at GameGrin

Oct 19, 2025 | Score 70

β€œRusty Rabbit is an interesting title, with a strong plot in a colourful world. However, the gameplay and dialogue can drag at times.”

Koira

Koira

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
-13.7

Latest Review

Arash Sefidi at BaziCenter

Apr 29, 2025 | Score 80

β€œKoira excels at conveying deep, often indescribable emotions in a way that feels both accessible and profoundly moving. Combined with its stunning art direction, the game offers an incredible and memorable journey. However, when it comes to gameplay, it falls short. The mechanics lack the depth and variety needed to match the emotional and visual heights of the experience. Ultimately, Koira is a good game that is emotionally resonant and visually striking. Still, it doesn't bring anything particularly special to the table regarding gameplay.”

Critics
80
Steam
94
Metacritic
β€”
Koira

Koira

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Arash Sefidi at BaziCenter

Soulslinger: Envoy of Death

Soulslinger: Envoy of Death

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025
+4.4

Latest Review

PS3Blog.net Staff at PS3Blog.net

Feb 19, 2026 | Score 80

β€œFun roguelike first-person experience in which you’ll be diving into Limbo”

Critics
69
Steam
64
Metacritic
β€”
Soulslinger: Envoy of Death

Soulslinger: Envoy of Death

Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: PS3Blog.net Staff at PS3Blog.net

Feb 19, 2026 | Score 80

β€œFun roguelike first-person experience in which you’ll be diving into Limbo”

Synergy

Synergy

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025
-0.6

Latest Review

Laura Rosada at Indie Games Devel

Jun 13, 2025 | Score 70

β€œSynergy offers a fresh and thoughtful take on the city-builder genre, emphasizing sustainability and harmony with nature. With a distinctive art direction and deep gameplay mechanics, it’s a recommended title for players seeking a city-building experience that goes beyond mere urban expansion, instead promoting conscious growth and environmental respect. Synergy is a city-builder video game with survival elements, developed by Leikir Studio and published by Goblinz Publishing and H2 Interactive Co., Ltd. Released on April 16, 2025, it is available on PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games.”

Critics
75
Steam
76
Metacritic
β€”
Synergy

Synergy

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025

Latest review: Laura Rosada at Indie Games Devel

Moving Houses

Moving Houses

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025
-3.8

Latest Review

PS4Blog.net Staff at PS4Blog.net

May 2, 2025 | Score 75

β€œCaptivating story elevate a moving simulation game,.. even if the controls can be frustrating”

Critics
71
Steam
75
Metacritic
β€”
Moving Houses

Moving Houses

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025

Latest review: PS4Blog.net Staff at PS4Blog.net

May 2, 2025 | Score 75

β€œCaptivating story elevate a moving simulation game,.. even if the controls can be frustrating”

Inhuman Resources: A Literary Machination

Inhuman Resources: A Literary Machination

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025
-9.7

Latest Review

Anthony Gravel at Geeks & Com

May 7, 2025 | Score 80

β€œRessources Inhumaines : Une Machination LittΓ©raire is a short narrative adventure that's well worth the detour, especially if you like emotionally charged interactive experiences. With its disturbing narrative, singular characters and often heartbreaking moral choices, the game leaves no one indifferent. It stands out as a biting satire of the world of work and corporatist excesses, supported by meticulous writing and a controlled atmosphere. A highly enjoyable work on the borderline between video games and literature.”

Critics
82
Steam
92
Metacritic
β€”
Inhuman Resources: A Literary Machination

Inhuman Resources: A Literary Machination

#DRIVE Rally

#DRIVE Rally

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025
-10.2

Latest Review

Marc Bulsa at INFINITY AREA

Jan 3, 2026 | Score 75

β€œ#Drive Rally is a charming, accessible arcade rally game with outstanding art direction. It offers a smooth and relaxing experience, perfect for players who want to unwind without the pressure of a demanding simulation. Its main limitations lie in a lack of challenge, sometimes flat level design, and surprising omissions, such as jumps. Despite this, the driving pleasure and visual atmosphere make it a very pleasant surprise.”

Critics
70
Steam
80
Metacritic
β€”
#DRIVE Rally

#DRIVE Rally

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025

Latest review: Marc Bulsa at INFINITY AREA

Augmented Empire

Augmented Empire

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

Miles Thompson at FingerGuns

Apr 15, 2025 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

β€œLack of challenge and concessions in gameplay depth hold Augmented Empire back from being as appealing to strategy genre veterans and those who like their games to put their skills to the test. Thankfully, the interesting approach to decision-making and the world of New Savannah make up for these deficiencies, making this indie title a solid augment to invest your time in.”

Critics
79
Steam
93
Metacritic
β€”
Augmented Empire

Augmented Empire

Release Date: Apr 16, 2025

Latest review: Miles Thompson at FingerGuns

Apr 15, 2025 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

Release Date: Apr 15, 2025
-3.5

Latest Review

Cody Medellin at Worth Playing

Jan 23, 2026 | Score 65

β€œLost Records: Bloom & Rage is a game that's saved by its characters. Their personalities are as fleshed out as we'd expect from a Don't Nod adventure game, they're the driving force in getting you through the story. The presentation is top-notch as usual, and the tweaks to the choice system give the game enough room to feel a little different from the studio's past adventures. It's just too bad that the story isn't paced so well, and the tale feels like a setup for something bigger in a future game rather than something that is more self-contained. The game is still fairly enjoyable if you know what you're getting into, but don't expect the title to feel as complete as others, like the first Life is Strange or Tell Me Why.”

Critics
73
Steam
86
Metacritic
67
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 2

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 2

Release Date: Apr 15, 2025
-5.5

Latest Review

Tyler Chancey at TechRaptor

May 19, 2025 | Score 70

β€œlost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2 completes a tale earnestly told, but falls back on some stale twists and turns in its final moments.”

Critics
72
Steam
86
Metacritic
69
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 2

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 2

Release Date: Apr 15, 2025

Latest review: Tyler Chancey at TechRaptor

May 19, 2025 | Score 70

β€œlost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2 completes a tale earnestly told, but falls back on some stale twists and turns in its final moments.”

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Release Date: Apr 17, 2025

Latest review: Alan Murilo Pereira Duque at Nintendo Blast

May 8, 2025 | Score 70

β€œPhantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate succeeds in its mission of offering a (currently) definitive version of the Phantom Breaker franchise spin-off. While there are several good beat 'em ups in the Switch library, there's no denying that this young girls fighters' adventure performs well and especially fits the versatility of Nintendo's device. So, if what you're looking for is a new adventure in this genre currently in a recent boom, this is a very solid choice despite not being quite as spectacular as some more modern titles; nonetheless, if you keep your expectations in check, it's perfectly possible to have fun here.”

-9.8
Critics
76
Steam
86
Metacritic
β€”
Critics
79
Steam
98
Metacritic
β€”

Jul 31, 2025 | Score 85

β€œGorn 2 doesn't reinvent the series, and it doesn't need to. It refines the original in smart, deliberate ways: tighter progression, sharper visuals, and more variety through new weapons and absurd traps. The core loop remains that gleeful, physics-fuelled violence, now smoother, better paced, and more reliably fun. For fans of the first entry, Gorn 2 delivers a more polished and engaging experience - a true sequel that earns its place in the arena.”

-8.1
Critics
78
Steam
86
Metacritic
β€”
+4.8
Critics
78
Steam
76
Metacritic
70
N/A
Critics
76
Steam
95
Metacritic
β€”
-10.0
Critics
80
Steam
90
Metacritic
β€”

Latest review: Mandy Valentine at BioGamer Girl

Dec 30, 2025 | Score 85

β€œPolterguys: Possession Party is a raucous, charming party game that nails social chaos and emergent hilarity. It’s easy to pick up, endlessly replayable with friends, and packed with personality thanks to its costumes, toys, and physics‑first interactions. Balance issues, occasional bot and map quirks, and a mildly grindy progression loop hold it back from higher marks, but the core experience; creative sabotage, laugh‑out‑loud moments, and strong party energy, makes it a solid buy for multiplayer fans.”

-19.5
Critics
75
Steam
95
Metacritic
β€”
+3.1
Critics
86
Steam
86
Metacritic
80
-11.3
Critics
59
Steam
70
Metacritic
β€”
-3.8
Critics
69
Steam
73
Metacritic
β€”

Apr 29, 2025 | Score 80

β€œKoira excels at conveying deep, often indescribable emotions in a way that feels both accessible and profoundly moving. Combined with its stunning art direction, the game offers an incredible and memorable journey. However, when it comes to gameplay, it falls short. The mechanics lack the depth and variety needed to match the emotional and visual heights of the experience. Ultimately, Koira is a good game that is emotionally resonant and visually striking. Still, it doesn't bring anything particularly special to the table regarding gameplay.”

-13.7
Critics
80
Steam
94
Metacritic
β€”
+4.4
Critics
69
Steam
64
Metacritic
β€”

Jun 13, 2025 | Score 70

β€œSynergy offers a fresh and thoughtful take on the city-builder genre, emphasizing sustainability and harmony with nature. With a distinctive art direction and deep gameplay mechanics, it’s a recommended title for players seeking a city-building experience that goes beyond mere urban expansion, instead promoting conscious growth and environmental respect. Synergy is a city-builder video game with survival elements, developed by Leikir Studio and published by Goblinz Publishing and H2 Interactive Co., Ltd. Released on April 16, 2025, it is available on PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games.”

-0.6
Critics
75
Steam
76
Metacritic
β€”
-3.8
Critics
71
Steam
75
Metacritic
β€”
Release Date: Apr 16, 2025

Latest review: Anthony Gravel at Geeks & Com

May 7, 2025 | Score 80

β€œRessources Inhumaines : Une Machination LittΓ©raire is a short narrative adventure that's well worth the detour, especially if you like emotionally charged interactive experiences. With its disturbing narrative, singular characters and often heartbreaking moral choices, the game leaves no one indifferent. It stands out as a biting satire of the world of work and corporatist excesses, supported by meticulous writing and a controlled atmosphere. A highly enjoyable work on the borderline between video games and literature.”

-9.7
Critics
82
Steam
92
Metacritic
β€”

Jan 3, 2026 | Score 75

β€œ#Drive Rally is a charming, accessible arcade rally game with outstanding art direction. It offers a smooth and relaxing experience, perfect for players who want to unwind without the pressure of a demanding simulation. Its main limitations lie in a lack of challenge, sometimes flat level design, and surprising omissions, such as jumps. Despite this, the driving pleasure and visual atmosphere make it a very pleasant surprise.”

-10.2
Critics
70
Steam
80
Metacritic
β€”

β€œLack of challenge and concessions in gameplay depth hold Augmented Empire back from being as appealing to strategy genre veterans and those who like their games to put their skills to the test. Thankfully, the interesting approach to decision-making and the world of New Savannah make up for these deficiencies, making this indie title a solid augment to invest your time in.”

N/A
Critics
79
Steam
93
Metacritic
β€”
Release Date: Apr 15, 2025

Latest review: Cody Medellin at Worth Playing

Jan 23, 2026 | Score 65

β€œLost Records: Bloom & Rage is a game that's saved by its characters. Their personalities are as fleshed out as we'd expect from a Don't Nod adventure game, they're the driving force in getting you through the story. The presentation is top-notch as usual, and the tweaks to the choice system give the game enough room to feel a little different from the studio's past adventures. It's just too bad that the story isn't paced so well, and the tale feels like a setup for something bigger in a future game rather than something that is more self-contained. The game is still fairly enjoyable if you know what you're getting into, but don't expect the title to feel as complete as others, like the first Life is Strange or Tell Me Why.”

-3.5
Critics
73
Steam
86
Metacritic
67
-5.5
Critics
72
Steam
86
Metacritic
69