P0: Byte-Sized Brilliance has a lot of anomalies to spot, but doing so was more frustration than anything. The central concept, a ten second timer, doesn't hold up too well once it gets going.

Overall, despite my many confusions, I enjoy the game’s complexity. The narrative is super enticing and has my attention and is full of twists that I was not expecting—and I’m only a few hours in! The gameplay is yes, complex at times and can be slightly confusing in the beginning, but I think that’s part of the charm to the game. Once you get more comfortable with the many elements in play, things will start making a lot more sense. As someone who went in completely blind to the Pathologic series, I thoroughly enjoyed my time and will continue to play, potentially after I give the previous installments a try. This is one that I can happily recommend!

Time Treker isn’t a genre-defining masterpiece, but it is a fun, affordable roguelike with a lot to offer fans of mech customization and top-down action. Its chaotic battles and deep loadout systems make for addictively replayable runs, even if the meta progression could be more satisfying long term. If you enjoy experimenting with builds, diving into bullet-hell arenas, and taking on ever-changing challenges, there’s real joy to be found here. Just don’t expect an emotionally engaging story or a slow, methodical campaign, this one’s all about fast, frantic fun.

Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders - Highlands is a stylish addition to the incredible base game. I love the smooth controls, challenging stages, and chilled action. A brilliant DLC.

Confidential Killings spins a dark yarn about the media and drug empires. It's an intriguing set up, but the gameplay is simple enough that a lot of it solves itself. Still, it's an entertaining ride while it lasts.

For long-time fans, this is a satisfying conclusion. For newcomers, it is a reminder that horror does not need excess to be effective. Sometimes all it needs is a broken cartoon, a flickering screen, and the feeling that you should not be watching this.

Overall Netherworld Covenant was all in all an okay game, despite the weak and basic narrative, average graphics, and the randomly generated labyrinths which become rather boring and tiring after a while, I still found myself getting some enjoyment out of it even if it wasn’t as consistent as I would have liked it to be. There wasn’t anything special about it, nor did it have anything which made it standout in its subgenre, making it average at best.

Drywall Eating Simulator is a bite-sized comedic adventure. Developed and published by Peripheral Playbox, the game consists of four scenarios and plenty of contemporary satire. Players must manage their stress levels in order to complete tasks and find the exit. Interacting with NPCs and hearing the annoying things they say will increase stress, which reveals new walls to break down. To calm down, players can break these walls down and eat the pieces of drywall. Gameplay is simple and straightforward, but is a bit lackluster overall. This might be a game best played by content creators as a fun indie side game rather than having a large player base on its own. I remain hopeful for more content to be added in the future, but I suppose we will have to wait and see!

CloverPit doesn’t live up to the dizzy heights of Balatro. Although I enjoyed it, it doesn’t grab you in the same way. Instead, it felt more casual and a little less powerful. Accordingly, despite my slight reservations, I enjoyed it and recommend buying it.

Xenopurge's central concept is a brilliant spin on the auto-battler format. While its story is a bit awkwardly implemented, there's no doubting the excellent atmosphere the gameplay generates.

I would say I had a fun time playing through Arcane Trigger. The game is very easy to get into and runs generally don’t take very long. Although that sentiment changes based on what difficulty you’re on. There are a variety of ways to create builds via focusing on one element or splitting focus on two or more. The success of your runs will greatly depend on what bullets you choose and how you position them.

Gridz Keeper is a zombie puzzle title that could have been fun. However, the lack of depth and challenge hold it back. It was a shame as I wanted it to thrive!

If you are buying Master Detective Archives: Rain Code Plus for the first time you will find a great compelling story full of mystery, intrigue and superb characters. Great visuals, beautiful art style and stunning voice acting make this game a truly must play game. However, gameplay remains a true mixed bag, making it a shame for returning players that there is not enough new content or quality of life improvements to really warrant returning to this game.

Avatar Frontiers of Pandora - From the Ashes is a fantastic addition to an already impressive game. The story is dark and captivating. Furthermore, the inclusion of a third-person perspective was welcome. If you love the base game, you must play this.

Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a brilliant prequel to a much-loved series! It is colourful, witty, and great fun to play. The story is well told and I enjoyed every moment. A must-play game!

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.

Space Chef should have been fantastic, but I couldn't get past the lack of multiplayer action. Although it has fun concepts, there wasn't enough to keep me hooked through the madness. Furthermore, the combat was disappointing.

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.

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.

Death Howl will undoubtedly attract more players in the future and retain its positive reviews It's a fun, unique and somewhat addictive deckbuilder with appealing artwork, multiple different card combinations, along with some vibrant locations. Whilst the difficulty and constant grinding put me off of it, I still think there's a great game to be found amongst the enemies you'll constantly have to overcome to progress further.

GIGASWORD is a fun and challenging Metroidvania that has a fun twist. Furthermore, if you love retro-inspired action, you'll adore every moment. Despite its cruel ways, I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Lumo 2 is a fun and interesting retro-inspired puzzle experience. I enjoyed the tongue-in-cheek mindset, the mini-games, and the silly elements. However, the camera angle caused some issues.

For players who enjoy thoughtful progression, cosy aesthetics, and the quiet joy of making things work better, Little Rocket Lab is an easy recommendation. It’s a game that understands that optimisation doesn’t have to be cold. And that sometimes, the most satisfying systems are the ones tied to the heart.

Satisfactory is addictive as hell. Its concept is simple, but this is a game that keeps on giving. New ideas, new resources, and plenty of aliens await every pioneer.

Retrace The Light has smooth combat, challenging puzzles and a smart, relevant story. Just plain fun to play.

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.

The House of the Dead 2: Remake made me smile. However, I know it'll be niche. This genre is dying and that is a shame. This dated experience highlights the beauty of arcade shooters and the brilliance of retro gaming.

Though the game feels a bit lackluster in content and complexity, I believe it was made with a younger audience in mind. This game might appeal more to new gamers as it keeps things short, sweet and simple. If this is the case, some credit is certainly due to the developers!