Lucas Henrique

“Despelote might not make a great first impression, as its gameplay and aesthetics aren't the most eye-catching. However, its premise of being almost a historical archive of Ecuador and a love letter to football and the sport's influence on a people's struggle might end up surprising many people. Even though the title refers to a specific country on a continent as large as South America, this experience should resonate with any Latin American, as I myself felt nostalgic with the scenarios and situations of this world. Even if it's not a perfect narrative, it's still one of those games worth trying.”

“Ultimate Sheep Raccoon honors its predecessor and is quite fun, although it introduces a bit more complexity for those who just want to play casually with friends or family in the living room. The new approach with the bicycles manages to be different without seeming like it's trying to reinvent the formula too much. This differentiates it enough from the original to feel like a sequel rather than an expansion, satisfying the desires of those who enjoy Ultimate Chicken Horse and are looking for a new option for game nights.”

“The journey through Winter Burrow is enjoyable and, without a doubt, the highlight of the game. Its gentle difficulty can be a good introduction for those interested in survival games, but who would like something less complicated and playable in short sessions. Even with minor gameplay flaws and limited use of its own mechanics, the nostalgic and charming visuals of the characters help the player become attached to this small world lost in the snow.”

“Windswept does a great job delivering a fun 2D platformer that isn't afraid to declare its love for the games that inspired it, while also not succumbing to mere nostalgia.”

“There's a lot to learn about the world of Everdeep Aurora. Each new road we explore in these underground tunnels have discoveries that may even influence the various endings of the game. The good side is that it's not necessary to play the whole campaign again to see what every ending holds. It's a pacific metroidvania that does its job well in presenting captivating characters in 16 bits and a mystery as deep as Everdeep itself.”

“There's big potential in Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game that, unfortunately, was not reached due to certain limitations from the game's concept. [...] Even so, I had fun with my initial blunders and with learning the leaps and pirouette sequences that the game has to offer in its combinations. Photo Mode is a welcome extra and it's possible to feel that the base for a great sequel is already done.”