The combat is thrilling, the side content is endless, and the naval battles? Absolutely addictive. I can (and have) lost hours to every fetch quest and minigame Honolulu has to offer, only to turn around and demolish enemy ships in a storm of cannon fire. The sheer variety of activities means I'm never left looking for something fun to do. The characters are fantastic, the story—while as ridiculous as ever—is a blast, and the signature Yakuza madness is cranked up to eleven. Focusing an entire game on Majima is a bit like having just cake for dinner... but honestly? It’s the best damn cake I’ve ever had.

Blood Typers delivers a solid survival horror experience that uses typing. You improve your skills while experiencing the standard horror tropes. Typing cuts into the game's immersion and some concepts aren't properly explained. The game's unique offering works well despite its flaws, letting you have fun on your own or with friends.

The first part of a duology that promises to be unforgettable, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 1 lays the foundations for an even more intriguing sequel, Tape 2. By the end of this first part, you'll be left with just one question: what really happened that summer? What really happened that summer in 1995? And above all, what happens next?

Slender Threads does a fantastic job of mixing gameplay with an immersive setting. You go around town solving puzzles with a good hint system in case you get lost. The game's story does stumble towards the end and there's little replay value. This game's psychological horror isn't scary either. But if you want a good point-and-click game that sucks you in while it lasts, this is the game to get.

Overall, The Executive has a lot working in its favor. Cinephiles will appreciate the impressive attention to detail and the meticulous recreation of the movie business. That said, a few frustrating design choices hold it back from greatness. Minor bugs need patching, the premium production options desperately need better explanations, and an endless mode would do wonders to extend its replayability. If you're willing to embrace trial and error, have a passion for cinema, and can happily lose yourself in spreadsheets for hours, this game might just be your blockbuster hit.

Moons Of Darsalon can be a fantastic game at times. Offering a fresh spin on a subgenera that often times feels stale and unenjoyable. However there are times that it can fall prey to the same troubles that other similar games have. With the AI being brain dead to the point that it makes the game unplayable. And the challenges on some levels feeling a step too far too soon. And the decision to include AI-Art when they already had decent artwork made will never stop feeling odd to me.

Creo God Simulator does a good job at providing a city builder simulation experience with godly powers. You do feel like you have control over the lives of your citizens. However, the prayer system isn't as powerful as advertised and it doesn't do enough to differentiate the game. This is a decent city sim builder with an extra touch, but doesn't go above that.

Robobeat provides impeccable FPS gameplay within a context that's particularly exciting for musicians. Aiming, shooting, dodging, everything flows so seamlessly when being done to a beat. The rogue-lite makes it punishing but also so hard to put down.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins revitalizes the Musou franchise with a fresh story centered on an amnesiac Protagonist, innovative gameplay mechanics like Bravery and Squad Tactics, and breathtaking visuals. Combining classic 1 vs. 1000 battles with new systems and perspectives, it offers an engaging experience for both fans and newcomers. Omega Force and Koei Tecmo has delivered a promising and polished entry that redefines the series' potential.

Hearts of Iron IV: Götterdämmerung is a damned solid expansion pack. Bringing in a whole collection of new features and some much needed refreshes for nations that have long been needing them. Of the basis of the new focus trees alone I'd say this was a worth while buy. The new gameplay features are neat, but I don't think they feel as essential or interesting as they should be.

Deathless. Tales of Old Rus is a genuinely fun roguelike deckbuilder that encourages strategic thinking with its combat. You must carefully plan how you play your cards and what cards you add to your deck. Four characters provides variety but flaws keep the game from truly shining. If you want a roguelike deckbuilder that can take hours of your time, you can't go wrong with this game.

Overall, Project Tower is an alright distraction for a few hours but definitely needs some more TLC. Entertaining bosses and an interesting morphing ability can be fun but not enough to avoid the game's issues. I think the story could get interesting but there needs to be more attention to it, even if it's just in lore collectibles. I hope if we do get a continuation, they'll learn from what didn't work and create a better game.

Whether you're a long-time fan revisiting Nosgoth or a newcomer discovering it for the first time, the new versions of these two classics offer a fascinating experience that honors the legacy of the originals while incorporating modern enhancements. With their captivating storytelling and polished gameplay, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered is a shining example of how classic games can be modernized for a new generation.

On Your Tail brings you a charming Italian vacation experience you won't forget. The ambience is perfect, the townspeople charming, and the mysteries are fun to solve. Unfortunately this game does have some rough edges which are too hard to ignore, along with potential gamebreaking bugs. Don't let the flaws turn you away, this is still fun to play. Give Borgo Marina a chance and you will see that everything comes together to form a cozy game masterpiece.

Rat Cliff Games has knocked Among Ashes out of the park with their unique premise and cleverly placed scares. The switch between both games is fantastic and would love to see other games take a similar approach. Among Ashes may have a few loose pieces to its structure but luckily it never fell too deep in the pit of bugs. For anyone wanting a new horror experience, look no further than Among Ashes.... Did I mention it's set around the Christmas season?

Overall, Lost But Found is a fun, addictive, and challenging game, ideal if you want to play something for a short quick playthrough. It adds a spin to the hidden objects game genre while also forcing you to adapt with being organized. Certainly in the harder difficulty modes, things can quickly turn manic! Some might find this game a tad basic, but it's what it sets out to be, which is essentially a straight-up airport lost & found officer job simulator. With a healthy $5 price tag, you couldn't really ask for more, and with Lost But Found, you can't go wrong.

On the whole, this is an excellent game. It's good when there's a game you've had interest in for a while and then when you finally get to play it, it's not a disappointment. Mythwrecked is one of those games you should think about playing if you want something a little easier going, whisking you away to another world entirely. Although the main character was technically shipwrecked, it felt more like a holiday than a chore trying to find a way off the island. I also really enjoyed getting to know Alex and all the gods on the island, learning about their backstories. It's one of those situations that makes you reflect on yourself, and I like it when a video game does this. Mythwrecked gets a big thumbs-up from me.

Adventure Kitty Drill Buster Lights Out is a fun quick-fire indie game with a charming art style, story, and great core gameplay. The variety of challenges on offer here is great and honestly I have enjoyed the game from start to finish. Whilst it is on the short side it provides all the thrills and spills you'd want from a game like this. And whilst the visuals can be a tad iffy here and there they never bring the game down too far.

Silent Hill 2 is everything we hoped for so many years. It takes the beautifully imperfect aspects of the original game and adapts them wonderfully in a new, amazing, and also beautifully imperfect remake. Living James' horrifying journey with modernized graphics and gameplay made me feel like a kid again. And even if I once thought otherwise, I'm now certain that no other developer studio could have done it better. Thank you, Bloober Team.

James Pond: Codename Robocod is an odd beast. Whilst it is technically a rerelease it isn’t the game that many players will remember. And the game that we do end up getting here is fun enough; the core mechanics are solid and provide and decent challenge which is close enough to the original that this feels like a sequel of sorts. However the level design is slightly lacking. And the presentation of the game is rather poor, with bad sound design and poorly implemented sprites. People with nostalgia for the original may get a kick out of this. But it may be a harder sell for newer gamers.

On the whole, I'm very impressed with the re-releases of MySims and MySims Kingdom. They came rather unexpectedly, but they were a welcome surprise. It's great to play both these games again, and with the promised improvements to the graphics and performance. These two key focuses made this re-release superior to the original Wii releases. The controls on the Switch can be a bit awkward at times, but nothing that I found especially annoying or distracting. There's also the odd hiccup regarding sound playing correctly, but I seem to remember the Wii versions having this issue as well. It's nothing that a patch or two can't fix, or if not, it won't me from enjoying these remasters of two of my childhood games. Now if we get MySims Agents re-released for Nintendo Switch as well, I'll be over the moon.

Critter Cafe is a soothing and relaxing game in the best of times, filled with cute critters. There's no rush to complete the game and you can take as much time as you want. It does feel like some parts of the game are more complex than necessary. But if you are in need of a cozy critter game, it's hard to beat Critter Cafe.

While Sengoku Dynasty offers a promising experience with a compelling theme and enjoyable core mechanics, it remains a work in progress. It excels in providing a single-player, feudal Japan sandbox but stumbles with unfinished features, lackluster immersion, and optimization issues. Despite its flaws, it has potential, especially if future updates address its shortcomings.

This game ticks a lot of my favorite boxes: subverting fantasy trope, being a less than noble protagonist, good strategy gameplay that isn't insanely complicated, and, of course being able to pick it up for short bursts while still being engaging enough for long play sessions. I found myself constantly wanting to do "just one more week." With a handy quick save feature, I was redoing days over and over to get them perfect. And when I managed to get both halves of the inn filled to capacity at once? Absolute bliss! The characters are fun and the story interesting. If you're looking for a good time, grab a room and settle in.

When it comes down to it, The Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Pack is one you should seriously consider adding to your collection. Ravenwood is an excellent world to play in, the new Soul's Journey and Bucket List gameplay is ideal if you're into goal-oriented gameplay, features such as Wills and Funerals makes the process of death feel more meaningful, the Reaper career feels like a surreal dream come true, and the Tarot Cards are probably one of the best collectibles in the game. Don't be put off by the initial grim impressions that this pack gives. It's inspiring, encouraging you to get more out of your Sim's lives.

Creatures of War has a nice premise and it is a fun action game. Fighting dinosaurs while exploring a 2D environment is enjoyable. Unfortunately, the lack of survival horror makes this game less intense then advertised. There are still bugs in the game and the voice acting isn't great. While enjoyable in the beginning, the appeal quickly wears off and the game isn't very fun.

The game is in its infancy, so there's still a lot of room for growth. Even with that said, I found the game incredibly enjoyable. Gameplay is fast, easy to get into, and there's a lot of options for customizing your racer and kart. I see so much potential for this as it goes forward. It's the perfect kart game for when you have ten minute break and want to get in your dailies. Though, good luck stopping at just one race.

The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication is a good Taiwanese horror game with multiple storylines and great horror. You are on your toes escaping from pursuers and solving puzzles at the same time. The game's ambition sometimes gets in its own way as the storylines don't feel fully developed. If you want a good horror game that creates a great atmosphere, you can't go wrong with The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication.