Subway Midnight Review: Don't Stop Believin'
The horror genre can be a hard sell for most. But with an outstanding visual language and the avoidance of cliche tropes, Subway Midnight delivers a masterful, accessible horror experience unlike any other.
Undying Early Access Preview
Undying is a tragic story of a mother preparing her child for the inevitable end. With a compelling story and layered survival mechanics, we can’t wait to see the game evolve and change as it approaches the final product.
Echo Generation Review: A Monster Mash
Echo Generation is a stunning Spielbergian acid trip. The nostalgia-fueled narrative hits are enjoyably bonkers, but the moment-to-moment progression can be a drag due to a lack of objective focus.
Chasing Static Review: Distorted Memories
There’s something to be said for less expensive games that yield shorter, more honed experiences; a thriving trend within the indie horror scene, particularly in games inspired by retro ‘horror grunge’ titles. Chasing Static takes this direction, and utterly excels.
Echoes: A MetroidVania Indiespective
In recent years, the indie scene has played a quintessential role in carrying the torch that is the MetroidVania genre. To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of our beloved bounty hunter we take a look at the legacy of the genre, as well as some of our favorite indie titles within it.
Mothmen 1966 Preview: Horror Evolved?
Horror feels mechanically built into Mothmen 1966’s moment-to-moment gameplay, crafting an inherently fresh and much needed experience within a genre riddle with shallow jump scares. LCB Game Studio has something quite special on their hands.
Teacup Review: A Heartwarming Cup
Teacup provides the player with something quite simple; a single heartwarming day. Developer Smarto Club successfully delivers an uplifting narrative wrapped inside a delightful dose of nostalgic presentation that is easy to consume.
JETT: The Far Shore Review: Ambition’s Ebbs & Flows
With a masterful score and stunning visuals, JETT: The Far Shore wonderfully sets the stage for an unknown universe primed to be uncovered. But unfortunately, a disjointed narrative and frustrating gameplay hinders the overall experience.
Residual Reminds Us of a Spooky No Man’s Sky
PAX West was its own adventure full of new games, exciting demos, and wonderful memories. Among the dozens of games previewed, Residual was a welcomed and unknown surprise flying under the radar that deserves more eyes on it.
Kur (Early Access) Review: Rise of The Machines
Really Ragdoll’s debut is a frenetic fever dream filled with gore, murderous robots, and a throwback sense of humor. Despite numerous bugs in its early access stage, Kur is one hell of a ride.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review: Spirited Away
Mashing up the simplicity of early 2000s action platformers with a new scope and surprising quality, Ember Lab’s debut title absolutely wows with its astonishing visuals and engaging combat.
Six Fantastic Indies From PAX West 2021
Over the course of PAX West’s four days, Harry was able to play and see dozens of games. But once the show floor closed, there were six games in particular that kept him wanting more.
Cruis’n Blast Review: Burnt Out
Cruis’n Blast is simultaneously a shallow yet overbearing iteration of the beloved franchise that struggles to keep up in the genre. It may be a fun thrill for 50 seconds at your local Dave and Busters, but with a seemingly careless port not tailored for consoles, this is one ride we cannot recommend.
TOEM Review: Look At This Photograph
With its lens on the power of connections and photography, TOEM: A Photo Adventure is a delightful snapshot filled with vibrant and imaginative characters, a wonderful score, and a stunning aesthetic.
Nowhere Prophet is a Challenging Card-Based Roguelike to Sink Your Teeth Into
From Sharkbomb Studios comes Nowhere Prophet, a tough deck building roguelite with a killer post-apocalyptic world and fantastic gameplay mechanics.
Kraken Academy!! Preview
If you’re looking for a chaotic, comedic narrative with utterly delightful and lovable characters, then Kraken Academy is a game that comes with an easy recommendation.
The Big Con Review: Heist With Heart
Encapsulating a coming of age journey wrapped within this nostalgic petty crime dramedy, developer Mighty Yell not only finds utter success in the narrative adventure space, but also as a delightful 90s fever dream. Call the cops, cause The Big Con stole my heart.
Tender: Creature Comforts - Build New Relationships on a Strange Planet
Find love that is out of this world in Tender: Creature Comforts, a narrative-driven game where you are swiping left and right for potential relationships within this new app that you downloaded.
A History of Housemarque Part III: The Road To Returnal
Following the battle royal trend, Housemarque’s first step into the arcade afterlife was a concerning one. But a quick misstep would inevitably lead them into what has become quite the Cinderella story for an indie studio.
Golf Club: Wasteland Review: Hole In One
With its stylistically stunning yet dark commentary on our reality paired with a downright fun golfing game, Demagog Studios delivered a subtle, heavy, and well-crafted hole in one with Golf Club: Wasteland.