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A circus troupe comes to Yomogi Town, a rural town in Japan situated between mountains and the ocean. As the son of the circus ringmaster, enjoy a special summer filled with adventures! All of Yomogi Town and the nature surrounding it are an open world where you can enjoy summer...
Join Captain Leeway and his ragtag crew as they uncover the enigmatic menace threatening the Great Sea. Equip and upgrade your crew for turn-based gunfights packed with ricochet action and engage in real-time naval combat. Get ready to aim, plot, and plunder in this uproarious Steambot adventure! Reviewed on PC.
The 3D action-shooter "EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 6" takes place several years after the events of "EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5”. In "EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5", mankind successfully defeated the unknown invaders that suddenly attacked them. Though the EDF and the humans were able to stave off their enemies, only 10% of...
Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs... Switch version reviewed. Review copy...
Flock
Flock is a multiplayer co-op game about the joy of flight and collecting adorable flying creatures with your friends. Soar through beautiful landscapes, seeking out rare and elusive creatures to add to your flock. Reviewed on PS5.
Flock
Flock is a multiplayer co-op game about the joy of flight and collecting adorable flying creatures with your friends. Soar through beautiful landscapes, seeking out rare and elusive creatures to add to your flock. Reviewed on PS5.
SCHiM
SCHiM is a game about jumping from shadow to shadow in a relaxing and lively environment. This 3D platformer takes elements of light, shadow & animation and adds them directly to the gameplay, delivering an experience that you will only find in SCHiM. Switch version reviewed. Review copy provided by...
Blue seas, clear skies, and boundless possibilities await in Dawntrail, the newest expansion pack for the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online! Explore uncharted territories with familiar faces as you discover new tribes, confront formidable threats, and expand your horizons as hope's light dawns once more.
A wholesome pixel art platformer. Cook magical delicacies from a vast collection of ingredients in your own shop. Explore an unfamiliar town and deliver tasty treats to the townsfolk. Learn new ways to traverse, discover secrets, and experience a unique witchy world. PC version reviewed. Review copy provided by company...
Flow with acrobatic grace and agility through a mysterious world of myth and legend in Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus, a colorful hand-drawn adventure inspired by Japanese folklore. Undertake a mystical journey as Bō, a celestial blossom (fox tentaihana) descended from the heavens to play a key role in...
A new tale of the Kami awaits... Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a unique Japanese-inspired, single player Kagura Action Strategy game. PC version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes.
Zenless Zone Zero is a sci-fi RPG where you play as a Proxy, a guide who can access the Hollows, a warped reality full of Ether and dangers. Explore the city of New Eridu, meet various characters, and uncover the secrets of the Hollows and the old civilization. Windows PC...
