MACROSS Shooting Insight is a game I wanted to love but too many things just got in the way. A story left by the wayside, chaotic visuals and gameplay decisions lead to frustrating moments. Luckily, it’s not all bad, due to superb sound design and visuals that hold up for the most part. This, coupled with a truly unique ever changing gameplay style, means there is enough for some veterans of the franchise to love. A truly mixed bag.

It’s challenging when you continue to move forward and have to serve so many more customers. Just like a regular tycoon or sim-style game, it’s very demanding and in a way neverending. However, I don’t think this is the type of game for myself. Even if it’s well done on covering the horror aspects and business running routine, it’s just too dark and strange for me.

Charon's Staircase is a classic horror puzzle title with a thriller twist. It plays the part perfectly with cliched jump scares and a sinister atmosphere. However, its limited replay value and well-trodden mechanics leave you feeling underwhelmed.

Sephonie has a lot of interesting things to say but unfortunately isn't too great at the gameplay side. Musings on change, identity and place are good. Awkward platforming and oddly easy puzzles, less so.

This isn’t a management sim; it’s a waiting room with spells. It scratches the surface of genre expectations but never commits to depth or consequence. For players seeking an actual challenge or meaningful engagement, this is not your class. To put it simply: if you came looking to graduate from novice to master, you might want to transfer. In this school, the only lesson is how little a game can offer while still looking like it’s teaching something.

Electrician Simulator is a fun title that sadly misses the mark. It lacks the realism of its peers, and it focuses on too many elements that water down its quality. Consequently, I enjoyed it, but it didn't grab me like many other simulator titles.

Pets Hotel is a basic simulation game with limited depth. The action is great if you love pets and straightforward gameplay. However, if you want something to test you, this will leave you wanting.

The Unexpected Quest fails to reach its potential. This slow time-sink lacks challenge and is often repetitive. Though there were some glimmers of hope, they barely papered over the cracks!

Escape from Terror City is a low-poly 3D bullet help experience. Furthermore, this short title will drive you mad because of its odd depth perception. Consequently, you will become frustrated, and this is unfortunate. However, if you love old-school titles, you'll still fall for its charms.

Bunny Park is a cute and relaxing game all about rabbits. If you wish to succeed, you must clear debris, add decorations, and feed the animals. Sadly, this is the depth of its gameplay, and it offers little replay value or longevity.

Miraculous: Rise of the Sphinx is a nice addition to the much-loved franchise, if you are a child. Consequently, it is aimed towards younger gamers, so it won't receive any major plaudits. However, my children enjoyed it, even if I found it to be flawed. With colourful graphics, interesting stage design, and the right blend of casual action, this will entertain the youngsters in your house.

Overall, Universe for sale is a cute little narrative game that does a wonderful job of bringing you alongside its simple story, even if there are a few frustrations here and there.

With decent core gameplay, but a discardable anime story and minimal depth, Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent is a game for casual strategy game fans who want to enjoy some lightweight mechanics without jumping in at the deep end, which – as a fan of this approach myself – there is certainly a market for, but just don’t expect to be wowed in any given area.

Tricky Thief is a colourful top-down puzzle experience. With simple mechanics and a gentle learning curve, it is pretty easy to master. However, the latter stages are much harder as more mechanics are introduced.

While the game initially draw’s you in, the lack of strategic challenge quickly turns the experience stale. If you’re looking for a quick, casual rogue like strategy game, To The Stars might scratch that itch. But if you’re after a more nuanced, challenging RTS experience, you may find yourself disappointed. To The Stars shines in some areas but ultimately falls short of the brilliance it could have achieved.

Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition is a fast and hectic racing game. It can be played alone or locally with another. Though I became tired of the shallow action, my kids enjoyed the simplicity and vibrant graphics.

As it stands, it earns a 6 out of 10 for its unique setting and ambitious design but falls short due to the control and technical shortcomings that hold it back from being really a good game.

Battle Kid: Fortress of Peril is an old-school platform title with hints of Metroidvania chucked in. Consequently, it is brutal, frustrating, but oh so moreish. You'll scream and want to quit as you die repeatedly. However, a hero is needed to save the day and you must step forward. This is a must-play for fans of retro gaming, but it may be underwhelming if you are on the fence.

Assassin's Creed Mirage is a welcome attempt to reignite the spark of the older games in the series, refined by the techniques of the newer. Unfortunately, the end result is a shallow and poorly written affair, held up by an interesting setting and some thoughtful main missions.

Demolish and Build Classic is a fun and oddly addictive title. However, it doesn't reach its potential. Furthermore, the audio is weird and graphically it is dated. As such, it won't impress veterans of the genre. Even though I found faults, I still enjoyed my time with this rudimentary simulation game.

The Library of Babel is a lore-rich stealth adventure title. What's more, it incorporates some Metroidvania mechanics to add a layer of difficulty. However, its slow gameplay and confusing text make it challenging to play. Accordingly, it doesn't reach its potential and that was disappointing.

The entire game is quite fun with plenty of tasks to accomplish, and many locations to visit! Plus, being able to make one’s own routes and the freedom to roam a little is quite nice. I feel the only two problems are that I wish some parts could be a bit clearer and more realistic, with some more customizing choices. Also, driving up hills or sloped locations can be very horrible. When you have no speed it is like slowly crawling to get to the leveled road to be able to move with speed again. Otherwise, the game isn’t too bad. Especially, if you loved the classic PS1 style graphics and don’t mind a limited amount of originality to the background visuals, the appearance of passengers, and the bus or objects around.

Dungeon Munchies is an interesting concept and I always want to support indies where I can. However, Dungeon Munchies feels like it’s a game that needs a bit of work before it’s worth picking up. I will say it is fun in its food and crafting mechanics and the plot is great. If they can patch the control mechanisms to make them better, then this would be a solid platforming experience.

Metro Simulator 2 is a relaxing and challenging railway simulation title. This single-player experience lets you drive 2 different trains across the Russian Metro network. However, complex controls and problematic gameplay hold it back. Furthermore, it isn't as accessible as other train simulation titles.

With bland Souls-like gameplay and disappointing bosses, Watcher Chronicles joins the bottom of the pile in an ever-expanding genre with far better and more in-depth alternatives, ultimately leaving the game with nowhere to go but join the bargain bin of 2-minute platinum-chasers and mobile games.

This game is not terrible, however, it is not fantastic. This genre has to have a strong story to be remembered due to the lack of action, thrills, and spills. Martha is Dead just lacks that spark to make it great. The ending of the game is fairly predictable, and it was not the most enjoyable journey to get there. Unfortunately, it falls short of its peers but is still worthy of your time.

Ship Simulator is a simulation title that fails to reach its potential. Disappointingly, it doesn't reach the heights of other Ultimate Games SA games. With a lack of depth and slow gameplay, you'll be left wanting. However, there are fleeting moments of enjoyment that ensure you can see this one through.

Bunhouse is a fun but straightforward garden simulation title. It can be enjoyed alone or with others. However, its gameplay lacks depth and the textures are somewhat rough. Accordingly, it is a niche game that will have a limited appeal.