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Kirstie Summers at Pure Nintendo

Jun 14, 2025 | Score 90

“Techno Banter manages to balance surreal twists and turns through a gritty nightlife scene with characters that feel grounded and believable. The story is concise and well written, set against a finely constructed backdrop of trippy art, a thumping soundtrack, and quick wit.”

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PS4Blog.net Staff at PS4Blog.net

Dec 29, 2025 | Score 70

“A stylish 2.5D action game elevated by a flexible upgrade system”

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Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

Feb 14, 2025 | Score 100

“DEAD LETTER DEPT. truly turns atmosphere into an art form which only enhances the simplicity of the game. Previously, I haven’t picked up a typing games as I was sceptical on how much can be done in them. This has been an amazing introduction to the genre. In fact this game has made me excited to try out other games of the same style to see whether they all live up to this standard! Ultimately, I have to give DEAD LETTER DEPT. the Thumb Culture Platinum Award as it’s up there with some of my favourite horror games.”

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Margaret David at LadiesGamers.com

Jan 30, 2025 | Score 80

“Defender’s Quest 2: Mists of Ruin is going to offer up some happy times to people who’ve been wanting more of this particular franchise’s jaunty style and accessible RPG/defense gameplay. I also believe this game is a good option for new players, with some familiar bits from other genres — I really like the skill trees, for some reason — and a pause function that also allows you to catch your breath, move tactically, and even aim your ship’s weapons. That removes a lot of stress from real time gaming. While my review copy did have some issues, they were disclosed up front and I’m confident in this developer’s ability to go after any big problems swiftly enough that most people aren’t going to know they were ever present. And with an interesting story featuring some genuinely great characters, there’s more than enough reason to give Defender’s Quest 2: Mists of Ruin a good, solid try even if you’re not normally a tower defense fan. A pleasant surprise, and a great way to zone out from the world for a little while.”

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Oscar Garcia Mompean at NoesPaisparaFrikis

Feb 21, 2025 | Score 78

“A fun and, in its own way, original game where playability takes precedence over the rest of the sections but does not neglect them either, resulting in a different title aimed, above all, at lovers of the retro.”

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Genghis Husameddin at DayOne

Jan 30, 2026 | Score 82

“Hello Kitty Island Adventure is both a relaxing and oddly time-consuming cosy life sim adventure. If getting things done day-by-day sounds like an appealing premise, this is a game for you. You’ll get to hang out with a family of Sanrio characters as you build your homes and trick yourself out. It’s a good time here on the island of Big Adventure Park, and I don’t think there’s anything quite like this one out there.”

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Richard Pett at Games Freezer

Apr 22, 2025 | Score 50

“Overall I didn't enjoy the collection but I did enjoy the baseball classics. I love these types of collections for giving people who loved these games as a kid new ways to play them in 2025 but this one left me feeling a bit bored.”

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Oliver Shellding at WayTooManyGames

May 7, 2025 | Score 60

“Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero was made because NIS said a survey of fans demanded these characters return for another installment, so I have to believe that someone is emphatically excited about this title. And there is a lot to see and do: randomly generated maps, tons of equipment to find and buy, customization through skills learned and taught, and generally fun combat that requires little higher brain power.”

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Sandy Kirchner-Wilson at Cubed3

Apr 14, 2025 | Score 70

“Sniper Elite: Resistance is a good game. It is not pushing new ground for the series except in the multiplayer functionality. What Rebellion has made is a solid title that expands carefully on the concepts of the previous game without rocking the boat. An explosive and gut-exploding dose of sniper fun. If this doesn't explode your testicles, nothing will!”

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Davide Fanelli at CrazyGameCommunity.it

Sep 13, 2025 | Score 50

“Level Zero: Extraction is a title that brings some interesting ideas to the genre, but fails in too many ways to be recommended, especially after the premature end of support.”

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Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

May 12, 2026 | Score 60

“Despite the confusing start and my lack of knowledge when it comes to Slavic folklore, The End of the Sun was a pretty interesting journey. That said, it isn’t without its issues. The lack of actual puzzles harms the game the most, with most simply being basic fetch quests. Coupled with the story that doesn’t reach the emotional heights I was expecting and the poor graphical performance, The End of the Sun is an interesting, if flawed, experience. Therefore, The End of the Sun receives the Thumb Culture Silver Award!”

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James Luff at LadiesGamers.com

Mar 16, 2025 | Score 75

“Ronny’s Climb is a short but sweet platformer that delivers a cosy and enjoyable experience. While it doesn’t introduce anything revolutionary to the genre, its smooth gameplay, charming art style, and heartwarming story make it a delightful game for players of all ages. The difficulty level makes it an especially good choice for families, younger gamers, or anyone looking for a relaxing adventure without the stress of a tough challenge. With a reasonable price point and a runtime of around three hours, it’s a great game for a casual evening of play. If you’re looking for a platformer that’s filled with charm and heart, Ronny’s Climb is definitely worth checking out.”

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Zachary Holmes at TheBigBois

Mar 21, 2025 | Score 65

“A gripping cyberpunk noir where every choice matters. Investigate dark secrets, sneak or shoot your way through cases, and uncover a mystery that may be better left unsolved.”

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Uriel Rodriguez at Game8

Jan 30, 2025 | Score 54

“Polaris was marketed as an extraction shooter with fully destructible environments, and while that promise holds true, it, unfortunately, extends to the overall gameplay experience as well. While there are moments of fun to be had, the game suffers from game-breaking bugs, unpolished mechanics, and a lack of key features that prevent it from reaching its full potential. The foundation has promise, but Polaris needs significant improvements before it can deliver on its ambitious vision.”

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Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

Feb 24, 2025 | Score 100

“Coridden is without a doubt a complete hidden gem. It has a unique feel overall that I can’t say I’ve felt with others in the genre. I really feel that character build choices will only affect how I approach different situations rather than holding me back. For it’s highly accessible build customization, emphasis on player cooperation and synergy, and downright innovative gameplay mechanics this is a game not to sleep on. Be sure to check it out, with a humble price point I may add, over on Steam or GOG today. It would be a crime not to, and so I award Coridden the Thumb Culture Platinum Award.”

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Francesco Pollara at STWGames Italia

Feb 17, 2025 | Score 75

“Enchantment under the Sea is a great DLC that represents a significant improvement compared to previous expansions, both from a narrative and gameplay point of view, setting itself up as the correct evolution of the base game. Unfortunately, an unimaginative setting that does not honour either the original work or its sources of inspiration, and some rooted problems since the release of the title, once again prevent Atomic Heart from joining the big names of the genre, although it still is considered another step in the right direction.”

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Emanuel Santos at ProjectN

Apr 24, 2025 | Score 71

“The Stone of Madness has excellent art and great gameplay moments, but while the game could be a replayable escape some bugs make the game frustrating, what could be a fun gameplay, the difficult controls and character bugs make you leave the game, but don’t give up, it’s worth it, with patches the game could become an excellent addition to the genre.”

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TheSixthAxis Staff at TheSixthAxis

Jan 28, 2025 | Score 70

“The Mute House is one of the most faithful survival horror experiences currently available and is highly recommended for any fans of the genre. While clear in its influences, it also has some new ideas of its own. They don't entirely come off, but I appreciate the distinct vision at play here and once you take the game on its own terms you are set for a memorable time. I just don't think I ever want to do that tile pattern puzzle again!”