Vikki "Lady V" McGowan
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Death Howl is a tough, atmospheric, and surprisingly emotional experience. Its blend of deckbuilding and tactical combat is clever and demanding, its visuals are hauntingly beautiful, and its story hits harder than you might expect from a game built around cards and grids. It’s not for everyone – the difficulty...
If you love a universe that isn’t afraid to poke fun at itself and want to get stuck into tough choices, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. Just don’t expect to dabble across the skills or nurture every friendship at a leisurely pace. Like the first game, you’re nudged into committing...
Devil Jam
Devil Jam enters an already crowded arena of “Survivor” roguelikes and auto-battlers, but struggles to carve out a lasting identity. While its beat-driven combat and metal-inspired aesthetic offer a fresh twist, the lack of stage variety, limited boss roster, and underwhelming progression system make it hard to stay invested beyond...
It’s not for everyone, but if you’re the kind of player who enjoys digging into systems and mastering the chaos, CloverPit will have you hooked. However, just like a real casino, remember the house always wins. This house will just kill you when you lose.
Still, when things click and your kingdom hums like a well-oiled machine, it’s genuinely satisfying. If you’re up for the challenge and don’t mind riding out a few rough rolls, this one’s well worth checking out.
If you’re into Soulslike games, this one ticks the boxes. Combat’s all about timing and precision, with weighty weapon swings, tricky stamina management and enemies who absolutely do not hold back. The aesthetic is moody and dripping in atmosphere, with fog-shrouded villages, twisted spirits and grim lore tucked around every...
The Alters
Should I have listened to the Scientist and crunched my other selves more for the mission? Did I do the right thing for the Miner and his injuries even though it made things more difficult in the long run? When I was lying in bed thinking about all these different...
Blades of Fire
There’s a few level design issues that made some areas a little more frustrating than fun and occasionally there’s maybe a few too many enemies in one area for the pace of the combat and the story can suffer a bit in pacing and tone. But, all in all, it’s...
The multi planet design means things are a little more linear main quest wise, but if you’re jumping in with a friend or hunting out all the crates and goo you’ll have a plenty of do even after you’ve hit credits. If you’re a fan of the first game, or...
Ultimately, Rosewater’s art direction is one of its most defining qualities, creating an immersive backdrop for its narrative and gameplay. The combination of vibrant colours, intricate pixel work, and expressive character design brings the Old West to life in a way that is both nostalgic and refreshing. Rosewater stands as...
Despite these issues, for those willing to immerse themselves in the bleak and captivating world of Faelduum, Mandragora offers a challenging and rewarding experience for fans of both genres.
