In closing, Silent Hope is a excellent, Etrian Odyssey-styled dungeon crawler with a great story, lots of things to do at base camp, and randomly-generated dungeon layouts. That being said, the music was a bit forgettable, and only the title theme and the first dungeon theme stuck out to me on a first listen to. Also, there can sometimes be a bit too much to do in the base camp at one time, which leads to a sense of feeling overwhelmed. Despite these 3 setbacks, the rest of the game definitely does way more than enough to make up for those shortcomings. I definitely recommend this game if you haven’t played it already.

The Day I Became a Bird is a lovely adaptation of the book and film, with some nice gameplay ideas. While I'd have liked those ideas to be pushed a bit further, there's no denying the grin it put on my face.

Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers is a fantastic visual novel. With interesting characters, a vast amount of choices, and wonderful aesthetics, it's a great read. You'll love how the relationships evolve and the freedom to fall in love. What's more, the arcade setting is geeky, fun, and unusual.

Overall though, Bionic Bay is a triumph. It’s a masterclass in environmental storytelling, minimalist design, and mechanically rich platforming. It respects your time, rewards your curiosity, and most importantly, it feels incredible to play. Whether you’re here for the art, the puzzles, or just the vibes, there’s something truly special about this game. For fans of Inside, Black The Fall, or Planet of Lana, this is an easy recommendation—but even if you’re new to the genre, Bionic Bay is a great place to start.

If this is your first time experiencing the Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy, then you’re in for a treat. It has an intriguing and engaging story, great combat and exploration and beautiful visuals and score. If you are a veteran of the series and already own these three games, the disappointing additional story content may leave a sour taste in the mouth. Still, the addition of a new combat mode, improved crafting and exploration and solid QoL updates help soften the blow. A wonderful trilogy that could have been crafted into the perfect one.

Supermarket Simulator is a Game Pass title that is oddly addictive. If you like sim games and playing with friends, this will tick many boxes. Although it is dated, I liked the core elements and the simple mechanics.

Neptunia: Sisters Vs Sisters is a cutesy, boob obsessed RPG. Furthermore, it has adorable heroes and some familiar mechanics. Though it wasn't the best RPG I've played, it will tick many boxes for fans of Anime and Manga.

For fans of idle games, clickers, or quiet, story-driven experiences, this is essential. For sceptics of the genre, this might be the game that finally makes it click.

It’s not revolutionary, but it doesn’t have to be. Crashlands 2 understands the assignment. Build, survive, connect, and enjoy the journey. With its snappy writing, warm design, and rich mechanics, it doesn’t just imitate its genre siblings; it earns its seat at the table. Crashlands 2 is worth the crash.

Godlike Burger is a crazy and gruesome rogue-lite title. You'll cook, kill, and manage your resources as you aim to become the number one restaurant in the universe.

ABRISS-Build to Destroy is a simulation title with a twist. Can you use your imagination and build impressive structures? Furthermore, can you combine blocks and destroy every target? If the answer is yes, then you will adore every moment of this bizarre but fun indie title.

Loddlenaut is a cute and relaxing adventure experience. Can you clean the ocean and save the aliens? Upgrade your equipment, discover new biomes, and save the day. I only wish that it was longer.

Overall, Anger Foot is a very fun first-person shooter. It has a fun premise and satisfying gunplay and the sneakers mechanic adds more fun to the gameplay. The levels offers a lot of replayability and gamers should replay them as many times as possible, especially completetionists. Any FPS fans out there will enjoy this game for its mindless action and chaos. Get out there and kick some butt.

Kvark is really its own beast, embracing the boomer shooter spirit without getting bogged down in the past. If you’re up for some chaotic fun, this game delivers in spades. After all the gunfire and mayhem, maybe take a moment to chat with the locals, they might have some wild stories about their world that go beyond the game.

Train Valley: Console Edition is a fantastic simulation and puzzle title. Its hectic gameplay and challenging tasks will have you pulling your hair out. However, it is addictive, great fun, and a must-play title.

Fashion Police Squad is a hilarious but cutting retro FPS. With zany characters and a hilarious script, this is a must-play title. Furthermore, the stage design is great, the characters are colourful, and it is wonderfully camp. However, the lack of unique sprites holds it back.

Flashy, Saturday Morning TV Show vibes pair well with a simple and enjoyable gameplay loop. It does become repetitive though, due a lack of variation between runs. Still, it's cracking fun to play and got its hooks in me right from the get-go. Be warned though, the title theme is a devestating ear worm.

The Darkest Files is more than a game; it’s a profound exploration of justice, memory, and the human capacity for both denial and redemption. Through its compelling narrative and innovative gameplay, Paintbucket Games offers players a chance to engage with a pivotal moment in history, challenging them to consider the cost of truth and the courage required to pursue it.

Despite the flaws I mentioned above, getting a high score can be addicting, and the success you feel when you make some progress – however minute it is – is immensely satisfying. It is a very relaxing game with a lot of depth to it.

Heidelberg 1693 is a gory 2.5D action adventure title. Furthermore, its old-school appeal, hard-hitting audio, and macabre story are fantastic. Sadly, the controls aren't perfect, and the gameplay can be unfairly tough. However, this shouldn't stop you from "enjoying" this blood-soaked, gruesome affair.

Ultimately, this game is a refreshing reminder that the most immersive worlds don’t need to be built with complex visuals. Sometimes, all you need are a few well-chosen words and simple illustrations to create a world that lives on in your mind long after you’ve closed the game. If you’re looking for a journey driven purely by your own decisions and imagination, Azmar Quest is an adventure worth embarking on.

The Star Named EOS is a touching and interesting adventure title. Moreover, it has some challenging but fair puzzles that will test your methodical mindset. However, it is too short and this was disappointing.

CyberHive is an excellent but challenging sci-fi title. Its resource management elements and layers of luck will have you cursing every poor choice. However, this makes it moreish and addictive. Sadly, its initial data dump was tough to swallow, but work through it and you'll experience a great title.

As it stands now, the game is just my cup of tea. The visuals are great with a decent story to back them up. The different builds are fun to explore and try out. The game has the perfect amount of grind that keeps my attention but doesn’t make me rip my hair out. It is not without it’s flaws, but none of its shortcomings detract from my overall experience. To put it simply, I’m just having a ton of fun playing and I feel as if my review does not do the game the justice deserves. If you are a roguelike or ARPG fan, I happily encourage you to give Hell Clock a try!

Echo Generation is a fun 80s-inspired Voxel adventure title. With witty dialogue and fantastic turn-based combat, this is a wonderful tactical but casual experience. What's more, I adored the visuals and the fantastic audio. However, there is no way to keep on top of your quests and this can be confusing. Consequently, the developers should have added a journal to overcome this issue.

There are only so many ways to reinvent the wheel in the shmup genre, but Risk System’s gameplay mechanic is certainly one way to do it, creating a thrilling action title that every side-scrolling fan will enjoy. It might have been available on other systems for some time, but considering its content and the price there is enough value on offer here to justify giving it a shot.

DNF Duel is fun, it’s a spectacle, it’s easy to learn, and a bit trickier to master. Its deceptive simplicity may not be for everybody, and its story may as well not have been there. But overall, it’s a good time.

Death Trick Double Blind may not blindside a veteran visual novelist, but it remains a very charming experience that will keep you intrigued by its likable characters, a solid action system and an intriguingly high stakes ruse. The use of the AP system coupled with giving you the agency to inquire with any information you choose truly evokes the feeling of Sherlock Holmes when the puzzle pieces you chose match. The system isn’t perfect, but when you unravel the mystery of the plot you will feel satisfied that you were able to connect the dots. Even deeper satisfaction when you get to see certain characters’ lore after the fact. I highly recommend giving Death Trick Double Blind a play through if you have a craving to solve a murder mystery.