Although I found it partially enjoyable, No Place for Bravery ultimately didn’t do itself justice. Its narrative structure is more than a bit messy, and it often comes across as clichéd. The gameplay, while having a fair amount of customisation options, suffers from sloppy combat functionality. If nothing else, the visual and audio departments prop up the game to a slightly above average Souls-like. I really hope that Glitch Factory takes the criticism on board, and uses it to give No Place for Bravery the quality of life update it deserves. But, as of right now, I can only offer a light recommendation.

Leif’s Adventure: Netherworld Hero isn’t a bad game. It’s just above average. The story and Leif’s journey is very good and emotional. As a sibling, I understand his character and it makes him relatable. The themes of bravery and friendship are powerful and makes the game worth playing through. Exploring the map is fun and rewarding and the art style makes the world incredibly beautiful to explore. But the clunky combat, ghost guide mechanic and even camera at times can make the adventure tedious and frustrating. If you are into 2-D action games, it can be worth trying out but there are better alternatives out there.

Kaichu: The Kaiju Dating Sim is a strange game with an even more unusual concept. Can you find the monster of your dreams? Pick a date, answer some questions, and smash some famous landmarks. Some of you will love it, but I didn't appreciate its concept.

Broken Spectre offers a spooky atmosphere and a unique hand-tracked horror experience. However, technical limitations and a short playtime might be drawbacks for some.

Panic in Sweets Land delivers a delightful blend of action and charm, appealing to fans of side-scrolling action games and magical girl anime alike. Its vibrant visuals, engaging combat system, and humorous narrative create an enjoyable experience suitable for a wide audience. While it may not offer deep complexity, its accessible gameplay and replay-ability make it a sweet treat worth indulging in.

If time was given to clean up the inconsistent implementation and awful bugs in The Origin: Blind Maid, then the cheesy voice acting and reasonable scares might act as an entertaining interactive evening at home, just don’t hold your breath for it to come anytime soon considering the enormity of the task.

A nice central idea that's dragged down by a cluster of other frustrations. Shows promise but isn't quite ready for prime time.

The Last Cube is a clean-cut but challenging puzzle platformer. You must tackle many problems and avoid obstacles as you overcome each puzzle. Deceptively easy at first, however, you'll soon be screaming at its brutality.

Car Detailing Simulator is an addictive title that is tough to put down. Thanks to the variety of cars and tasks, you'll be kept busy throughout. However, annoying controls and tiresome bugs taint the end product.

Haunted House is a rogue-like title that focuses on stealth. Moreover, it utilises a repetitive gameplay loop and a simplistic approach. As such, this prevented it from excelling and that was disappointing. However, it is enjoyable on a rudimentary level and should be enjoyed casually.

Returning fans, I am sure will be able to salvage something from this title but good luck to those like myself who jumped head first into this title with limited pre-knowledge, you might struggle to understand everything going on.

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.

Wife Quest is a colourful retro and humorous platform title. It flirts with borderline inappropriate moments and therefore won't be suitable for younger players. Older gamers, however, will find it amusing, challenging, and addictive.

UFOPHILIA is an interesting and fun alien experience. However, the learning curve and lack of multiplayer action leave a lot to be desired. This holds it back, but it is still enjoyable, regardless.

Nova Antarctica looks very pretty and can tug at the heartstrings, but its chopped up level structure and awkward exploration build up the frustration.

I think my main takeaway from Deathwish Enforcers is that arcade games are not meant for me, it is a rare beast that comes along that tags my interest as I just don’t have the nostalgia to help me look beyond what I see as glaring design issues but are rather just features of games of that era. So it’s hard to criticise Deathwish for these design choices when that’s exactly the point they were going for. However, I can’t say I enjoyed my time with the game much but if you’re a fan of games in the style of Metal Slug then this is 100% for you.

I Am Future has a handful of interesting components, but the wonky progression and shallow mechanics hold it back.

There is so much to achieve and learn as days go on in this game. Much to be done and very easy to do. The game is filled with unique characters to meet and befriend, as well as cats that you will get to pet, feed, and befriend also. It’s a game that any cat lover or gamer who enjoys an easy and simpler tycoon, simulated, and the sandbox-style game would love to play.

Undernauts: Labyrinth of Yomi is an interesting, if not a generic, take on the dungeon crawler experience. While it has its issues, it’s a solid experience with a refined turn-based combat system. If you’re a fan of the genre and want some unique designs, this may be a title worth checking out.

Volgarr the Viking II is a cruel and often unfair game that will push your buttons. This extremely tough title will attract a niche audience. Accordingly, many gamers will be put off. Unfortunately, this sequel isn't as good as its predecessor and that disappointed me.

Blockbuster Inc. is a intriguing simulation game that can offer a fun time creating wacky scenes, but the fun ends fast when you realise it's lack of polish and depth.

The Knights of the Cross is a pretty but ultimately shallow card based battler. The ally system is a decent twist but the atrocious translation and lack of exciting details in the combat bring it back down. The peculiar choice of art style also makes it a game you might want to hide when a family member walks in.

Hammerwatch 2 has the feel of old school roleplaying games with its great pixel art and challenging combat. Where it lacks is in its horrible performance on PS4 and the tedious and sometimes difficult-to-find quest items.

Aside from the single-player campaign needing some development plot-wise to distinguish it from the online mode, Sky Fleet is an enjoyable, engaging and challenging action RTS game. With co-op being one of the main focuses of Sky Fleet, the addition of friends would absolutely improve any experience with this game and solve a lot of the issues regarding plot and storylines. With lots of room to grow in the future, Sky Fleet is one to watch if you’re a fan of co-op tower defence titles.

Vengeful Heart is a futuristic cyberpunk visual novel about betrayal and revenge. With a female protagonist at the helm, I expected an Otome approach, but this wasn't to be. Sadly, it evolves too quickly and this undermines the story while reducing its depth. Consequently, it doesn't reach its potential and that was disappointing.

Rugby 22’s solid gameplay struggles to carry an otherwise mediocre offering and the result is a game that feels like a missed opportunity. Whilst the initial engagement of the deep, well realised incarnation of the sport of Rugby had me excited, the game’s lack of polish in other areas severely hampers the overall experience.

Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown could be a phenomenal racing title. However, there are too many flaws and this holds it back. It was a shame as I wanted to love it. Despite the shortcomings, the open world is great and there was enough to keep me interested.

It is definitely a nice experience if this is the sort of game you are into. To me the walking back and forth and talking with the same no voice acted characters to see if there’s something I missed was tedious, but definitely rewarding when my brain finally clicked and I solved the puzzle / riddle. The game is sitting at $10.59 which in my opinion isn’t worth it for a 3 hour experience with no replay-ability factor but that may be due to me not being a fan of such games. With that in mind I still commend the game for what it is. A story focused puzzle experience, and this it does pretty well.