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James Davie at PlayStation Universe

Jul 28, 2026 | Score 80

“If you're at all curious, then you should check out both Moss and Moss: Book II, especially now they've broken out of the confines of PSVR. Yes, both games are better suited to VR and are designed in a way that leans heavily towards the platform, but the adjustments made to bring both of these games to the PS5 controller are serviceable to the point you'll resist forking out for a VR headset and all those accompanying cables. Both Moss games are short, but don't let their length put you off as they're meant to be breezy and accessible for the average PlayStation gamer to enjoy. Don't miss these PSVR hits because now they can be enjoyed by the whole PS5 community.”

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Use a Potion Staff at Use a Potion

Jul 30, 2026 | Score 95

“The Mermaid Mask is a clever, charming, and incredibly polished mystery that had me hooked the entire way through. Whether it’s the intriguing storytelling, the rewarding sleuthing, the vibrant visuals, or the excellent sound design, it hits an incredibly high standard throughout, all whilst delivering enough of a challenge to ensure each part of the case that you crack is rewarding… it’s just really, REALLY good, and arguably, one of the best detective games you’ll play this year.”

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Stephen Sander at ZTGD

Jul 21, 2026 | Score 60

“Biomechanical Toy is a unique and whimsical game that harkens back to the mid 1990’s and is a colorful romp through some intriguing landscapes to defeat the evil toys.”

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Davide Fanelli at CrazyGameCommunity.it

Jul 9, 2026 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

“DAICE presents itself as an interesting and original offering in the tactical roguelite landscape, capable of transforming randomness into a rewarding logistical puzzle.”

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Ivanir Ignacchitti at NintendoBoy

Jul 24, 2026 | Score 90

“Culdcept Begins is an excellent way to dive into the universe of the digital board game franchise initiated on the Sega Saturn. The game's logic is very fun, giving players a lot of strategic options while also putting a healthy dose of luck in the matches.”

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Hayden Nelson at MKAU Gaming

Aug 29, 2026 | Score 80

“Nightmare Shift delivers an unsettling psychological horror experience through its mysterious story, excellent art style and atmospheric sound design. While the awkward controller navigation and emotionless voice acting occasionally pulled me away from the experience, they were not enough to ruin what the game did well. Overall, I genuinely enjoyed my time working the night shift and would recommend it to anyone who loves a slow-burning psychological horror.”

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Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Jul 27, 2026 | Score 72

“While I’m not sure how long the game’s quirky charms and unique semi-active racing can maintain interest, I give credit for it plotting its own unusual path”

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David Cabezas at TwoHitGames

Jul 27, 2026 | Score 69

“The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu delivers a compelling blend of Lovecraftian horror and extraction gameplay, held back only by technical shortcomings and a rough onboarding experience.”

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Hakim MOKHBI at Just Play it

Jul 15, 2026 | Score 70

“Cozy Grove Camp Spirit successfully achieves its primary goal of delivering a simple relaxing and accessible experience with a touch of charming strangeness and surprising emotional depth all wrapped in a delightful visual style While its repetitive tasks can occasionally become tiresome it remains a satisfying and comforting adventure that will easily appeal to fans of life simulation games”

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Luis Avilés at Pixel Byte

Jul 28, 2026 | Score 60

“I am not the target audience of this game. Nevertheless, having a considerable amount of experience as a big fan of platformers, I can say that it lands among the lower tier of them. Looking at it from its endlessly fun premise, though, I can certainly understand the appeal of dashing and jumping as the titular Teeto. Even more so when playing in couch co-op.”

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Dagmara Kottke at WayTooManyGames

Aug 3, 2026 | Score 75

“Urban Strife is far from a polished AAA production. Its visuals and audio lack polish, the user interface needs refinement, and the enemy AI requires further improvement. Yet, if you’re willing to overlook those shortcomings, you’ll find an impressively deep and rewarding tactical experience underneath. Ultimately, games like this live or die by the quality of their gameplay, and White Pond Games has delivered where it matters most. The turn-based combat is engaging, thoughtful, and consistently satisfying, providing dozens of hours of strategic encounters that make the rough edges well tolerable.”

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Emanuele Feronato at The Games Machine

Jul 24, 2026 | Score 76

“Celestial Return is a narrative gamble that blends investigation, cyberpunk, and cosmic horror in a decaying city where every choice matters.”

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David Silbert at The Punished Backlog

Jul 28, 2026 | Score 73

“As it is, The Incident at Galley House is a confident mystery, but an underwhelming puzzler. Had it taken more risks with the original script (if only to make for smoother voice acting, much less take advantage of the new visuals) and incorporated some of the non-linear puzzle design I’ve come to love from Evil Trout, it could have been a transcendent detective video game. Instead, it’s a safe play that feels like a massive missed opportunity.”

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STWGames Italia Staff at STWGames Italia

Jul 22, 2026 | Score 80

“D-topia is a well-crafted and well-executed cozy game. It’s just the right length and tells the story it sets out to tell, even if there are a few contrived moments here and there. The audio and visuals successfully immerse us in this carefully crafted yet imperfect utopia, which gradually reveals its darker sides. In conclusion, this title is recommended for fans of more narrative-driven genres and for anyone who wants to “unwind” for a few hours from reality and immerse themselves in a small world that seems simpler and more peaceful.”

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Jyri Jokinen at KonsoliFIN

Jul 27, 2026 | Score 40

“Forensics: Crime Scene Detective tries hard to be a realistic portrayal of crime scene investigator's work, but it ends up being boring, repetitive and clumsy chore. Luckily, it isn't very long.”

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Namira Nidhu at GamesCreed

Jul 17, 2026 | Score 76

“KAZ delivers relentless arcade action, rewarding progression, and superb replayability. If you enjoy fast reflex-based roguelikes that constantly challenge your instincts, you'll find it incredibly difficult to stop after just one run.”

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STWGames Italia Staff at STWGames Italia

Jul 22, 2026 | Score 80

“Ascend to Zero is a game that entertains and manages to capture players’ attention, especially fans of the genre. It can be enjoyed in short sessions—great for taking a quick break—or for hours on end if you love grinding. The game boasts solid art and sound design, perfectly suited to its atmosphere, though the somewhat weak narrative prevents it from truly shining. It remains, however, a solid choice for fans of fast-paced roguelikes, though it might eventually wear out a more casual player. Ultimately, it’s a game that works well within its own microcosm thanks to its time-based mechanics, which are its true strength. It’s worth giving it a try, even if just to pass the time between breaks.”

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Mostafa Zahedi at Gamefa

Jul 25, 2026 | Score 78

“The Last Variable DLC offers a captivating complementary experience to The Alters, opening the door to yet another compelling adventure. If you enjoyed The Alters and found yourself grappling with plenty of philosophical questions along the way, this expansion is not to be missed.”

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Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

Aug 8, 2026 | Score 60

“At the end of the day, Angels Fall First can be really kind of whatever you want it to be. Whether that’s a solo game, a server of your own, or just a jump in and fight. Whichever you end up choosing, it allows for robust customizability to tweak things however you want. Although it does have various ways to play and ample customization, it felt very overwhelming as a new player. It is built for a very particular kind of player. There is a dedicated tutorial where you are able to play around with the various scenarios, but it doesn’t really cover loadouts and customization and how those mechanics work. The UI is a bit overwhelming as well. With these items in mind, I’d give the game the Thumb Culture Silver Award.”

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Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Jul 14, 2026 | Score 79

“Manages to put together enough challenge and personality to stand out in a crowded twin-stick roguelike shooting space, but not at the top tier either”