James O'Connor

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Lorelei and the Laser Eyes is a wonderfully intricate, amazing piece of game design. It's intimidating and challenging, but it rewards all the effort you put into it. One of the best games of 2024 so far.

The Crush House is a clever and entertaining spin on reality television - one that has its tongue firmly in cheek, but which also speaks to deeper themes in the metanarrative I'm working hard not to spoil here. It's repetitive and a little unfair at times, but also compelling and enjoyable - and there's a real thrill to getting good footage.

Arranger takes a type of game puzzle that is often irritating and turns it into something pretty cool – even if some of that frustration remains. It's absolutely gorgeous and full of interesting mechanical ideas, and though its core premise isn't the most exciting, it makes a strong argument for its own existence.

Paradise Killer

Paradise Killer

September 2, 2020
9.0

Paradise Killer is an exemplary adventure game that nails detective work in a way few games do.

Superliminal

Superliminal

July 26, 2020
8.0

Superliminal is a perspective-focused puzzle game that is equal parts trippy and endearing.

Neo Cab

Neo Cab

October 9, 2019
7.0

Ridesharing and caring.

Children of Morta

Children of Morta

September 15, 2019
8.0

The family that grinds together, stays together

Still finding its sea-legs.

Dicey Dungeons

Dicey Dungeons

August 12, 2019
7.0

Keep on rolling.