Although Etherborn is a somewhat short and often frustrating adventure, its intricate stages are mostly a joy to solve.

It may not be quite as fun as Taito's classic Tube-It but Powertris still offers some solid and challenging score-chasing puzzle gameplay.

Although it's fantastic to be able to experience 5 completely different gameplay styles, 198X's campaign is over within an hour or so and all you can do after that is replay its brief chapters again and again. The fact that you can't skip cutscenes is just a kick in the pants.

Mastering Ellipsis' tricky stages can require a great deal of skill and patience so it makes for a rather rewarding formula.

I had a lot of fun with Shy Cats Hidden Orchestra and it's a silly game to play on the TV with friends so you can all find cats together.

The Walking Vegetables: Radical Edition may feature generic twin-stick shooting gameplay but its '80s aesthetic makes it feel unique.

It certainly doesn't break out of the tower defense mold but Battle of Kings is an enjoyable and fast-paced strategic experience.

The Chase: Cop Pursuit is a hilarious indie game with tight controls and a substantial amount of content even if it is a bit clunky.

Although Alpaca Ball: Allstars can be a lot of fun, its strange controls make the gameplay feel more random than skill-based.

Although it can be an exceptionally frustrating and unintuitive game, Bye Sweet Carole is still gorgeous and its puzzles can be quite satisfying.

Jet Kave Adventure is full of rewarding scenarios but it could have definitely used more time in the oven before it released.

If you're in the market for a punishing 2D action game that can be rewarding at times then you may enjoy what Wicce has to offer.

If you're looking for a satisfying roguelike to play in short bursts then Deathstate: Abyssal Edition will definitely act as a fun distraction.

I wish Brief Battles was more fleshed out because it has a lot of potential and its core gameplay is surprisingly fun.

If The Long Journey Home had focused gameplay and transitioned smoothly between its many elements, it would be a great game.

Simply put, Ubermosh:Omega is a mess of a game. It's a rather fun mess but a mess nonetheless.

Playing Trenga Unlimited will make you sweat as you carefully place each of your pieces into the complex structure ahead of you.

Although it's a decent game to casually play while in a waiting room or something, Ego Protocol: Remastered lacks an engaging appeal.

If you're looking for a relaxing puzzle game with stages that might take a bit of time to work out then you can't go wrong with Motif.

Although there's a lot of humour and good times packed into Evil Wizard, its combat is quite middling and can be rather frustrating.

Cyber Citizen Shockman is certainly a relic from the past as it's undeniably dated yet at the same time, I can't stop playing it.

If Task Force Kampas featured a more structured campaign then it would easily be a must-have shoot 'em up. It's still very fun, though.

With so many similar games out there, Flatland Vol.1 doesn't quite stand out from the crowd but it does provide a satisfying challenge.

If you grew up enjoying arcade-style 16-bit games then you'll definitely want to play the delightful Pushy and Pully in Blockland.

Considering that currently, less than half of players beat level 1, you know that Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is one brutal game.

Although it's a mostly entertaining old-school shmup, Arcade Archives MAZINGER Z can be quite irritating with its brutal unpredictability.

Overall, Odium to the Core feels like a tried and true single-button game. It doesn't offer anything particularly new or exciting but it's still a solid entry in the genre that'll keep you playing until you inevitably grow tired of its simplicity.

If you want some mindless arcade-style fun then Slayin 2 is definitely worth playing for its immediately gratifying gameplay.

Although Infinite - Beyond The Mind doesn't take many risks gameplay-wise, it's still a solid and fairly fun 2D ninja action game.

Darkestville Castle is a standard point and click adventure that genre fans who are thirsty for more may enjoy but it's nothing special.

I wish that Arcade Paradise VR tightened up the campaign a lot more because its slow burn simply doesn't work as well in VR.

Even with its clever premise, Peaky Blinders: Mastermind's campaign doesn't feel all that consequential yet it remains somewhat enjoyable.

If you want a retro-inspired arcade-style platformer then Job the Leprechaun offers tight albeit easy gameplay with plenty of cool twists.

If The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines featured more gameplay variety besides its basic gimmick then it would've been much more fun.

Even though Legendary Eleven is essentially a very basic take on soccer, its gameplay is easy to pick up and play and the visuals on display will be appealing for those looking for an arcade-style soccer game.

If you played any of Cateia Games' adventures then you'll know exactly what to expect with Where Angels Cry. However, that isn't necessarily a bad thing, especially if you can forgive the dated assets and occasional frustrating moments.

Bite the Bullet is a solid action game but not everyone will enjoy watching their character eat and barf their way through the journey.

With so many cooperative games on the market, Gelly Break is an easily forgettable and often frustrating experience but it does feature enough unique gameplay mechanics and clever stage designs to make mastering its campaign a rewarding endeavour.

It may be a cute and fun game featuring great music but Neko Navy - Daydream Edition doesn't quite break out of the genre mold.

Puzzle game enthusiasts who enjoy slowly piecing together tile-based puzzles will definitely love what Pipe Push Paradise has to offer. I just wish it featured more content such as a multiplayer component because they could have done so much more with its gameplay.

I wish Dunk Lords featured streamlined gameplay because there's certainly a fun formula here but it's buried under complex mechanics.

It's a capable multiplayer funfest yet Aeolis Tournament's core gameplay could use more variety to help keep it fresh and exciting.

Its mobile roots definitely show but The Alto Collection offers some enjoyable albeit simplistic gameplay with eye-popping visuals.

Beat 'em up fans looking for depth will not find it in Fight'N Rage but they will find simple and fun gameplay. And 2D boobs.

Flowlines Vs. is a solid puzzle game to chill out and play solo although its multiplayer mode doesn't feel particularly necessary.

Ageless presents some truly ingenious puzzles and an engaging story yet its gameplay is a bit too haphazard to fully enjoy.

Habroxia is about as standard as retro-style shoot 'em ups can get while still offering slight twists on the classic gameplay.

If Animal Super Squad's gameplay was tightened up and it offered more of a challenge then it would be as fun as it is funny.

Lost Wing is certainly a capable high score chaser but it's also one that'll make you frustrated with its difficulty and repetition.

It's not the most fleshed out multiplayer indie but Gerrrms still provides some good times through its intuitive and enjoyable setup.

Ultra Foodmess is a fantastic multiplayer game for kids who are looking for intuitive and accessible yet ultimately frantic gameplay.

It may be a simple game yet Get 10 quest is an entertaining puzzler that'll push you to achieve higher and higher scores.

Although it features a unique premise and a solid blend of genres, RemiLore's core gameplay is simply too monotonous to remain fun.

Although it does a lot right, The Last Faith ends up feeling unnecessary and forgettable, especially in such a super-saturated genre.

Its premise may be unique and somewhat rewarding but the way Curious Expedition executes it leaves a lot of room for improvement.

In the end, Chiki-Chiki Boxy Racers is a cute little racer that features a few nifty mini-games but its lack of replay value means that you'll likely play it for a little while then never pick it up again.

If you have the patience to persevere through its irritatingly tricky segments, Golden Force can be a rewarding fun-filled adventure.

ScourgeBringer is a fun but extremely difficult roguelike that'll appeal to a very niche crowd. If you enjoy a soul-crushing challenge then go ahead but be warned; it's one of the most frustratingly difficult games out there and it punishes you heavily for your mistakes.

For those who must own every shoot 'em up on Switch, Q-YO Blaster is worth downloading even with its middle-of-the-road gameplay.

When it comes to arcade-inspired fun, Snakeybus is definitely a fantastic game but it falls a little flat once the novelty wears off.

Playing 8 mini-game variations by yourself is slim pickings for sure but Care Bears: Unlock the Magic still manages to be pretty enjoyable.

If SolSeraph featured more in-depth core gameplay in either of its 2 genres then it would be a much more fulfilling experience.

I had fun with The Unexpected Quest but its failure to challenge me made the experience less satisfying than it could have been.

As a solo game, Totally Reliable Delivery Service falls flat but playing it with friends makes for a fun-filled cooperative formula.

I love what Slime Heroes represents but I have to acknowledge its shortcomings which are unfortunately plentiful. It's very cute, though!

When a game is inspired by the classics, you'd hope that it improves upon them. Although Aggelos doesn't, it's still a rather fun game.

It may offer solid space combat but Redout: Space Assault's lack of ambition to try anything new holds it back from being special.

If you're looking for a mind-blowing albeit simplistic shmup then Rym 9000 will make a solid addition to your collection.

There may not be much to it but Cats and Seek: Dino Park is a delightful little game regardless and it's sure to put a smile on your face.

It may have a promising gameplay premise but Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord would have been better as a story-driven adventure.

If you're looking for an enjoyable series of puzzles to work through then Run the Fan offers both challenging and satisfying gameplay.

Haunted Dungeons: Hyakki Castle may have interesting and satisfying dungeon crawling survival gameplay but its presentational aspects definitely take a lot of fun out of the equation.

Speed Crew is definitely a solid co-op game to add to your line-up but it definitely doesn't reinvent the wheel; it only repairs it.

If Obey Me's many elements culminated in a more focused combat system then it would have been a must-have arena brawler.

Myths of Orion: Light from the North takes a somewhat fantastical approach with its otherwise standard adventure game formula to create a memorable and magical adventure that'll appeal to anyone who enjoys retro-inspired point and click tales.

If you enjoy experimenting within your games only to watch the results of your experiments expand the game world then Slime Rancher is an ideal game for you. On the other hand, everyone else will find little to like about this cute sim.

It's a funny and chaotic Kunio-kun-inspired soccer romp but Strange Field Football could use a bit more structure and fine-tuning.

Those who enjoy Epic Dumpster Bear's humour will surely have a good time with JankBrain yet it remains a bit rough around the edges.

As a Choose Your Own Adventure style narrative, Cinders is a wonderful experience but it doesn't quite feel like a full video game.

The neon sights and off-the-wall premise of Razed make it stand out as a unique and enjoyable indie. However, its reliance on memorization makes mastering its stages eventually become more tedious than fun.

Gamers who relish old-school experiences complete with unfair deaths will certainly find a lot to like about Bard's Gold. Unfortunately, modern gamers who prefer more streamlined games will likely get too annoyed with this one.

Quest Hunter is one of those games that you'll wind down with after a long day as you chip away at its many side-quests and dungeons.

If the idea of a 2D platform shooter roguelike with minimalist visuals appeals to you then Gonner: Blueberry Edition will be a welcome addition to your gaming library. Just keep in mind; easily frustrated gamers need not apply.

With nifty mechanics and a rewarding sense of challenge, Cat Souls is a worthwhile indie despite its rather clunky and inconsistent feel.

It's cute, simple, and entertaining but Kitten Island unfortunately doesn't quite live up to the classic 2D platformers of the NES era.

3D space shooters don't get much simpler than Subdivision Infinity DX but its gameplay is certainly tight and challenging enough.

Doodle Derby is an enjoyable indie with a surprising amount of creativity but its often frustrating controls regularly spoil the fun.

As someone who's enjoyed the previous couple of Dungeon Defenders games a lot, I must say that Awakened is quite a disappointing experience. Although it retains the familiar formula and includes cool modes, it's still an undeniably clunky iteration of the franchise.

Mastering the stages in Robots under attack! regularly requires a lot of patience which makes it a fun albeit sometimes irritating game.

By providing a rewarding adventure that features nifty mini-games, Black Rainbow is a worthwhile albeit dated point-and-click game.

It may not be the most refined fighter but Synaptic Drive's highly configurable mechanics and retro aesthetic make it worth playing.

Even though it's enjoyable at first, #RaceDieRun's overly sensitive mechanics make playing it eventually become too frustrating.

I'm truly happy that The Rocky Horror Show Video Game exists but as a game, it doesn't really do much to hold your attention.

In the end, Many Faces: Console Edition is a solid game to pick up and play whenever you want a quick arcade shooting fix.

I mostly enjoyed my time with MiniGhost as it does a solid job of offering a simple and satisfying Metroidvania adventure.

Although it's generic and frequently frustrating, Woodle Tree 2: Deluxe is still a delightful game that 3D platformer fans can enjoy.

It may be on the basic side of the shmup spectrum but there is some fun to be had in Hexapoda in its non-linear insect-blasting journey.

Days of Doom has a promising premise yet its mix of genres doesn't accomplish anything exceptional beyond its unique cast of characters.