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Lee Mehr

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Parallel Studio's latest avoids drowning from formulaic story & design critiques, but whether the plunge is still worth it greatly depends on your Pacific taste.Since its Star Wars project announcement – which was revealed far too early – and recent acquisition by NetEase, [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·September 29, 2023
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Despite the Xbox version currently lacking the better control scheme (mouse & keyboard) available elsewhere, Strange Horticulture remains an evergreen puzzler from start to finish.The steady rise of work games from the 2010s onward is a fascinating scenario.  While it's true that [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·September 19, 2023
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Visai Games' narrative-cooking debut is a special case of over-relying on flavorful spices – music, art design, etc. – to compensate for paltry servings.Reviewer's Note: Given how intertwined the story and gameplay are, to make certain insights I will have to [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·September 9, 2023
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Now you're thinking with photos!Reviewer's Note: While not integral to appreciating the overall game, I will bring up some early-game SPOILERS for certain critiques.  [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·September 1, 2023
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Although limited to a fault, TOEM's fusion of earnest charm and breezy adventuring nevertheless makes for a photo-positive experience.Not satisfied with Chicory: A Colorful Tale taking up the Game Pass spotlight of monochromatic indie titles emphasizing player [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·August 23, 2023
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For a puzzle game exploring altered perspectives within its mechanics and themes on a grand scale, Grateful Decay's debut can be considered a limited success.No one ever said long-term relationships were easy – well, no one serious at least.  As the first thoughts of [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·August 21, 2023
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While Tequila Works' inspiration to explore bullying forms a valuable blueprint, the end result isn't as well-bylt as originally expected.In a way, GYLT's subdued opening marries its behind-the-scenes predicament: as the protagonist, Sally, continuously puts up Missing Person [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·August 5, 2023
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While it's impossible to paper over certain gameplay missteps, Mundaun nevertheless excels in crafting an authentic interactive folk horror.Reviewer's Note: Though I try to remain as vague as possible, I'm compelled to bring up some SPOILERS [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·August 2, 2023
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Crash Team Rumble's different foundation can be N. Sanely fun at points, but annoying live-service elements and design imbalances currently limit its appeal.Ever since mirroring Sony’s then-CEO Shawn Layden’s steps at E3 2016, Crash has enjoyed a spiritual revival.  The [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·July 25, 2023
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Pairing 80s camp and sharp writing with meaningful subtext in its game design, Killer Frequency carves out a special place among modern horror titles.Have you ever daydreamed at your job about being swept up in a grander narrative?  One moment you're [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·July 22, 2023
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Some illogical gameplay decisions and presentation fumbles aside, Dramatic Labs crafts an exhilarating Trek story closer in spirit to Rodenberry than Kurtzman.Reviewer's Note: Although quite limited, I do touch on early SPOILERS to make specific points in this review.I'll admit: seeing [...]

VGChartzVGChartz·July 6, 2023
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