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While it may not fully deliver on its roguelite promises, it more than makes up for it with its Tower Defence and Worker Placement mix. Every turret feels unique, upgrades feel worthwhile, and combinations fulfil the genre desire to turn peashooters into powerhouses. The economy side of the game is surprisingly intricate. Devising your ideal order and approach game after game is satisfying, and while options are numerous - it’s all intuitive and introduced bit by bit so as not to overwhelm the player. As a complete package, it’s a great little tower defence that offers enough on the side to make it feel more than an attempt some long-past glory days. For fans of the niche, or those who like their roguelites with a bit more of a strategic spin, there’s a lot here to really dig into and enjoy.
A game that puts your creativity through the ultimate test - against a rampaging horde of otherworldly horrors. Build, and watch it all fall down - brick by brick.
An impressive medieval city builder with unique systems and great visuals, despite some frustrating clarity issues.
Breachway is a striking new Roguelite deck builder that steps away from the pack, and breathes some new life into the genre.
I’m glad there’s another historical 4X on the block - and for those of you who want something a bit meatier than Civ, I think this can fit the bill. ARA: History Untold is bold, innovative and exciting - but thoroughly held back by frustrating problems and an infuriating user experience.
Frostpunk 2 lives up to - and in most ways - surpasses the original. A chilling, intense game about human survival and conflict - that will leave you questioning your own sense of morality for many hours.
Some pitfalls here and there don’t take away from the fact that Age of Mythology: Retold is a great reimagining of the classic game. It’s simultaneously faithful to its old version whilst having enough modern additions to make it satisfying to play some 20 plus years later. This is how you bring a cult classic into modern times. I hope you’re listening, Warcraft III: Reforged. It’s not that difficult now, is it?
Rogue Trader sets itself out from the crowd, both in its franchise and its genre. It feels unique. It’s not just boltguns and chainswords slapped onto Pathfinder. The thought and care to make it have its own identity has been taken, and I hope Owlcat follows through further with it. ‘Cos it works great.
Whilst far from being a massive game, Steamworld Build is undeniably likeable. Its genre mixing is ambitious, and well-executed. It is an interesting settlement builder and a quirky Dungeon Keeper-like. But combined, it’s a unique and deeply enjoyable experience; although one that also feels like it’s lacking long-term goals to make the sandbox mode feel worthwhile. Despite this, the game as a whole is worth playing for fans of the Steamworld franchise, and anyone who enjoys a laid back town building game with minimal stress.