• RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army. A Devilishly Good Detective Story, Revived

    I came late to the Megami Tensei party, only delving into the series and its sprawling spin-offs in recent years. However, getting the chance to experience RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army, especially in such a significantly enhanced form, has catapulted it to the top of my list of favorite games within the…

  • The Alters: A Survival Game that Clones Your Attention

    The survival genre, while vast and varied, has often left me feeling cold. Few titles have truly managed to sink their hooks in, leaving me more overwhelmed than immersed. That is, until I played The Alters. 11 Bit Studios, known for their emotionally resonant narratives and morally challenging choices in games like This War of…

  • Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon – A Dark Horse RPG Worth Riding

    Once in a while, a lesser-known game surprises us all, and Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is one of those gems this year. I hadn’t heard much about this dark fantasy RPG beforehand, and it turned out to be a genuine blast, offering a unique and compelling experience that sets it apart from the…

  • Disney Illusion Island Starring Mickey & Friends: Bringing back Disney magic

    After being a Nintendo Switch exclusive for a time, Disney Illusion Island has finally broken free, gracing PC, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms. This is a joyous occasion, not just for gamers who’ve been yearning for this charming title, but also for the wider gaming landscape. A family-friendly Metroidvania outside the Nintendo ecosystem feels like a…

  • Monster Train 2 is a Masterclass in Deck-Building Roguelikes

    I spent an ungodly amount of time glued to my screen playing the original Monster Train. Hundreds of hours, countless runs, and a deep-seated understanding of synergies (or lack thereof) became ingrained in my very being. It was a perfectly crafted deck-building roguelike that snagged me with its strategic depth and addictive loop. So, when…

  • Blades of Fire: A Forged Identity, Tarnished by a Weak Flame

    MercurySteam, a studio known for revitalizing franchises with titles like Castlevania: Lords of Shadow and delivering unexpected gems like Metroid Dread, has a reputation for surprising players. This expectation fueled my anticipation for Blades of Fire, a brand new IP promising a fresh take on the action RPG genre. While the game introduces some genuinely…