Asura Kagawa

“Persona5: The Phantom X succeeds in maintaining the essence of the franchise in spite of all its flaws. The addition of elements like Tycoon demonstrates deliberate enhancements that go beyond revenue, and its characters, concepts, and fighting are all captivating. The game is getting better, and its upgrades show that the developers are paying attention to what the players have to say.”

“How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine, which was developed by Breakfirst Games, is more akin to a psychological examination than it is to conventional video games. The experience will force you to engage in more in-depth thought, put your patience to the test, and put your relationships to the test. It is a tremendous combination of excitement, cognitive challenges, and emotional payoffs, and if you are up to the challenge, How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine is a game that you should try, a bold, lean masterstroke in asymmetric game design.”

“Camper Van: Make It Home is one of those games that you don’t expect until you play it. You start it up because you think the small van can hold some boxes. It makes you wonder why you can’t get rid of that one stupid souvenir from a trip you don’t even remember fondly.”

“Scar-Lead Salvation has some good ideas, but Compile Heart fails to deliver on them once more. It might have been saved by a smaller budget and clearer goals. Right now, this is just another forgettable album in their lineup that is getting worse and worse.”

“The action-roguelike game Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is fun and satisfying. The combat moves quickly and smoothly, and the mechanics and character abilities are fun to use. The story is deep and emotionally compelling, and each main character has a unique journey.”

“Two Falls (Nishu Takuatshina) isn't going to blow your mind with complicated gameplay systems or mechanics that will blow your mind. Because it cares, understands, and is creatively clear, it wants to tell you a story—two stories, to be exact.”

“InZOI is an innovative take and has the potential to be the greatest life simulation game ever. Fans of The Sims or the genre will undoubtedly love it, but if you're looking for a fully polished game, it may be best to wait for the final release.”

“With the official 1.0 release, Wayfinder gained additional features, such as a new hero and open-world area. I anticipate that the developers will maintain this trend with future updates because the game's current patches have also included numerous additions that improve players' overall experience.”

“Empty Head Games did a fine job being able to deliver Saviorless with some interesting gameplay elements. They may not be revolutionary for the genre but do add some freshness to it. The protagonist not able to engage in combat and skillfully lure enemies to traps is a unique touch. It’s not an expensive game, so anyone who enjoys platformers can give Saviorless a try.”

“Those who aren't into unusual indie games probably won't enjoy Hauntii. Although it falls short in executing each genre it aims to combine, it does provide a relaxing experience that might be enjoyable for short periods. It is a gratifying experience to participate in activities such as collecting stars and making constellations, and you won't regret entering Hauntii's realm or solving riddles to earn more stars.”

“Fighting games aren’t always the same, and UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes is no exception. As a fighting game, it has its own unique rhythm and combo roots that you must master. It’s a challenging game, but the rewards are worth the effort. Ranking the levels was a blast. I like the challenge, and UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes features unusual characters for fighting games. Getting the most out of it requires some work and patience. If you enjoy fighting games, you should give it a go, but before we buy it, we need to figure out which platform is best.”

“Horace is a difficult 12-15 hour experience. The platforming and Metroidvania components are incredible. They’re continually obstructed by backtracking and difficult circumstances that could’ve been tended to with little upgrades. Horace is an indie game that will test gamers’ skills and a story loaded with heart-touching minutes.”