Bartosz Michalik

“Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is a game that I can recommend to anyone with a clear conscience. It is a very atmospheric, engaging game that, above all, provides a lot of fun. Sure, you could point to some repetitiveness, a few persistent bugs, or mediocre optimization, but all these flaws are lost in the thicket of at least ten hours of truly solid and satisfying fun.”

“So, is Ancient Farm worth your attention? I think so, absolutely. The game is not without its flaws, but more importantly, it is engaging and a lot of fun. If you're looking for simple, casual, and undemanding gameplay that allows you to unwind and relax a bit, this is the title for you. It's also important to remember that, after all, this is a small and uncomplicated production.”

“Gruniożerca Trilogy is a successful compilation and a solid port of three fan-made productions dedicated to adorable guinea pigs. Each game is different in its own way, yet each one is engaging and provides a lot of fun. The only real complaints I have are the unintuitive controls and the lack of a few useful quality-of-life improvements.”

“A.I.L.A is a game full of extremes. On the one hand, it impresses with its visuals, great level design, and quite enjoyable puzzles. On the other hand, the plot is a complete disappointment. Despite its great potential, it has been poorly executed, and all elements related to combat are simply terrible. And that's just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this game's problems.”

“CloverPit is an exceptionally interesting title. On the one hand, it offers a lot of content, solid replayability, and can be much more addictive than we might expect. On the other hand, no matter how hard we try to strategize, the gameplay is practically always the same, which makes it terribly tedious and repetitive at times. Still, it's hard to put down. CloverPit has something about it that constantly encourages you to keep coming back and trying again.”

“Gloomy Eyes is a charming game with a beautiful, simple story and a unique, Burton-esque artistic style. The game looks and sounds really good, although at times it is clear that there could have been room for something more. It can be criticized for a few technical shortcomings, repetitive puzzles based on the same mechanics, and a fairly high price. Nevertheless, Gloomy Eyes can enchant you with its atmosphere and make your evening spent with it exceptionally pleasant and enjoyable.”

“In the end, I spent over 20 hours playing Deconstruction Simulator, and I don't regret a single minute. Although you could complain about optimization, technical errors, and a certain repetitiveness in gameplay, it's hard to deny that the game is simply fun. There is certainly room for improvement, and I hope that the developers will not abandon their work, but will set about fixing what is not working as it should. It is an enjoyable and satisfying game.”

“Although POSTAL Brain Damaged was completely different from the originals I loved, especially the second part, it still won my approval. This boomer shooter gave me a lot of fun and many hours of great entertainment. This makes it all the more painful that I cannot say the same about These Sunny Daze. The expansion turns out to be disappointing in almost every respect, although the core gameplay itself is still satisfying.”

“Amanda the Adventurer 2 is simply more of the same. Unfortunately, also in those aspects that needed improvement. Disappointingly, there's a step backwards in terms of the freedom to solve puzzles, and the horror layer is even less effective than before. Nevertheless, the analog atmosphere continues to impress, the puzzles manage to engage, and the story continues to effectively mess with your head. I had a good time, although I hope that with the third installment, the developers will finally decide to take some bold steps forward, instead of staying in the same safe position in which they were stuck after the success of the first.”

“The Talos Principle is one of those games that I love to return from time to time. The moment I put my hands on Reawakened, I felt like I was in seventh heaven. This is the best and most complete edition of this game. It contains not only the basic story and the Road to Gehenna add-on, but also introduces a brand new, interesting adventure with extremely challenging puzzles. However, if someone still couldn't get enough, they can always reach for community-created levels. And all this in stunning visuals that could be the envy of many high-budget games. The Talos Principle: Reawakened is a must-have for fans of the series and all lovers of puzzle games. However, it should also be of interest to those who are looking for something fresh, yet remarkably good.”

“On Your Tail is not an entirely bad game. I don't feel that the dozen or so hours spent were completely wasted. It's a title you can play and have fun with, as long as you turn off your thinking. The title is imperfect in many ways. The technical side needs many improvements, including better optimization and camera work. The story is weak and poorly paced, and the characters are completely unmemorable. The town of Borgo Marina is a charming place where we can try some fun activities, but it's nothing that will draw you to the screen for a long time.”

“I won't hide the fact that I had a great time with Just Dance VR. If it weren't for the fact that we dance all the songs solo, and we also get a rather poor library of songs, I would say that this is the best way to interact with this series of rhythm and dance games. The set of available songs is a thoughtful mix of the greatest hits, and the gameplay provides incredible pleasure and fun. This is a must-have title for Meta Quest headset owners.”

“Tiny Glade can hardly be called a full-fledged game. Rather, it is a tool that allows you to demonstrate your creativity while offering a moment of relaxation. In this role it works really well. The dioramas we create look fantastic, and the final result gives a lot of satisfaction. Unfortunately, there is no denying that the number of available tools is limited, and the variety of content leaves much to be desired. We quickly discover all the possibilities of combining elements, and it only takes half an hour to explore and test everything Tiny Glade has to offer. It's a title you'll definitely relax with, creating something beautiful, but the lack of variety makes it hard to stay with it for more than one, maybe two sessions.”

“Selfloss is not a game worth recommending, at least until some of its elements are thoroughly overhauled. The overly slow pace and uninteresting storyline also contribute to this impression. Yes, the game looks and sounds nice, but it doesn't matter much when the mechanics and the gameplay itself are full of shortcomings and bugs, and what's worse, they don't make it any fun.”

“The Jackbox Naughty Pack is a completely unnecessary package. For the exorbitant price we get only three games, two of which are the same old stuff, and the only novelty is a complete dud. In addition, it is necessary to mention technical problems that can spoil the gameplay. Moreover, although at first some of the slogans and commands make you smile, after a while it turns into a grimace of embarrassment and cringe.”

“World of Goo 2 is a fine production that provides plenty of good, at times challenging fun. Of course, the game is not without flaws. It can be criticized of a chaotic and inconsistent storyline, occasional problems with accurately clicking on individual goo blobs, and the feeling that we are dealing more with an extended version of the original game than with a full-fledged sequel. Nevertheless, the game shows high quality, and the puzzles are interesting, requiring both thought and dexterity. This is enough to turn a blind eye to some imperfections and enjoy excellent gameplay.”

“REVEIL is a title worth giving a chance and not giving up after the first hour full of cheap horror shtick. Persistent players will not regret it, discovering a really interesting story in a beautiful visual setting.”

“Été is an extremely relaxing game, at which I spent several truly enjoyable hours. Although the storyline seems to have been added by force and the optimization leaves much to be desired, the slow and relaxing gameplay means that these shortcomings don't bother you at all. Painting the world brings considerable satisfaction, and the image editor in the right hands can produce beautiful results.”

“Although there are many things to complain about in Drug Dealer Simulator 2, it is not that bad a production. You can have a lot of fun with it, and thus spend many enjoyable hours. It is also a full-fledged sequel that surpasses its predecessor. Fans of the first part should find themselves quite well in the new installment.”

“Blockbuster Inc. is a tough nut to crack. It's a game that allows us to create our “dream” movies and is extremely engaging. Unfortunately, it's also a title full of ill-considered decisions and chaotic gameplay. To make things worse, the repetitive nature of the game elements makes us start to feel weary after just a few hours.”