Slowly unpacking the elaborate game world of Botany Manor provides a super-rewarding puzzle-infused adventure that's delightfully chill.

Farlands Journey exceeded my expectations and it brought me back to the golden age of experimental 2D platformers.

Metroidvanias with clever movement skills are some of my favourite in the genre and Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus is certainly top-tier.

Get-A-Grip Chip makes it fun to replay levels over and over again in order to find their collectibles and climb the leaderboards.

Ensuring monks get safely whisked away via a mysterious portal is tough but rewarding work and Bridge the Gap! proves that with gusto.

I had an excellent time with Pepper Grinder and I'm very happy that there are still unique gameplay ideas to be shared in the 2D space.

As one of my new favourite indies of the year, Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure is a joy to play with its unconventional puzzles.

If you're looking for a simple multiplayer game that anyone can easily enjoy then you'll love the super-charming Fruit Mountain Party.

Between its wacky sense of humour, lively presentation, and tricky gameplay where you never really know what to expect, Stacks On Stacks (On Stacks) is one over-the-top indie that's sure to scratch your itch for fun-filled gaming that's on the goofy side.

I didn't think Strania -The Stella Machina- EX would have held up but this shmup gem is even more fun now than it was back in 2011.

Between the action-packed shooting, strategic resource management, online or local multiplayer for up to 3 players, charming cast of characters, diverse assortment of elemental enemies, and distinct dungeon themes, ENDLESS Dungeon adds up to a heck of a lot of fun.

If you're a pixel enthusiast and enjoy classic games like the Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, you're sure to love Arietta of Spirits. It has an awesome heartwarming story and tries to be like a classic SNES adventure game and it succeeds well at doing so.

I'm happy that I discovered ANIMAL WELL because its puzzle-filled world was a great deal of fun to traverse and master. Great stuff.

Not everyone will find Untitled Goose Game funny but it's definitely a clever and charming game that'll get your imagination going.

I had a blast with the arcade fun in Satryn DX and will surely boot it up whenever I want to try and beat my previous high score.

As far as co-op games go, Magic Twins is one of the best as it's bursting with charm, fun content, and impressively challenging gameplay.

Laika: Aged Through Blood caters to a hardcore audience in more ways than one but those who love it will certainly love it a lot.

Playing Paper Beast is like experiencing a Tim Burton style fever dream that'll keep you perplexed and intrigued throughout.

I loved my time with the very silly Bish Bash Bots and can easily say that it's my new favourite co-op tower defense game - great stuff.

My gaming chum and I had a blast with Surmount and we can't wait to overcome even more climbing challenges so bring it on.

Hello Kitty Island Adventure is an adorable and super-fun casual game with daily activities that will keep you gleefully coming back.

It pleases me to say that Final Assault may just be the best real-time strategy game that you can play in VR. What a great experience.

With a variety of enjoyable characters and tricky stages, Astebros presents an old-school formula that feels fresh for the modern age.

Azure Reflections is a top-notch shoot 'em up and a welcome entry in the much celebrated fan-made Touhou universe. If you're a fan of the genre or series then do yourself a favour and download it now.

If you want a highly competitive game that'll keep you and your friends on the edge of your seats then you should play StarBlox Inc.

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III is a must-play for any fan of arcade-style retro games, especially those who love co-op.

Genre newcomers will relish the intuitive gameplay of Eschatos with its simple scoring mechanics that make the relentless shooting action even more satisfying. Plus, the fact that a couple of charming bonus retro games are included is a treat.

If you're in the mood for a tense first-person narrative, turn the lights down and play Paradise Lost; it's a true atmospheric gem.