Alyssa Rochelle Payne
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Alyssa Rochelle Payne

Game industry critic and reviewer

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Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a lovely interactive productivity tool that radiates positive, relaxing vibes. With cute spirits and customisations, getting work done has never been so cosy.

GameGrinGameGrin·April 26, 2024
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Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator is a beautiful game that offers a relaxing experience, but some design choices clearly need extra watering. Unfortunately, its stylish charm can’t make up for repetitive gameplay and lacklustre progression.

GameGrinGameGrin·March 16, 2024
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Compelling and strange, Slay the Princess is a unique, expertly-written visual novel.

GameGrinGameGrin·October 31, 2023
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Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical is one-of-a-kind in the best way, excelling on all fronts — narrative and musical. It's a must-play for lovers of theatre, Greek mythology, and story-rich experiences.

GameGrinGameGrin·August 9, 2023
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Frank and Drake is a beautiful-looking game that could have been great, but it’s ultimately let down by obtuse puzzles and, most importantly, its incoherent story.

GameGrinGameGrin·July 19, 2023
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Amnesia: The Bunker is excellent, offering the dread and terror you’d expect along with engaging new mechanics. Some technical issues occasionally break the immersion, but Frictional’s approach to frightening and challenging you still offers its best thrills.

GameGrinGameGrin·June 5, 2023
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Backfirewall_ is a great mix of solid storytelling, clever puzzles, and tech puns. While it offers nothing new to the first-person puzzle genre, it’s a well-crafted experience with a unique premise and an interesting cast of characters.

GameGrinGameGrin·March 14, 2023
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