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In our Sigma Star Saga DX review, learn why this former Game Boy Advance action RPG is a tale of lofty highs and rough lows.

Sam Martinelli·April 7, 2026
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In our Tombwater review, learn why this mashup of Western, horror, and Soulslike influences makes for an enthralling, if lonely, journey.

In our Project Songbird review, learn how and where this psychological horror puzzle game succeeds, despite some stumbles.

Scarlet Hardy·March 24, 2026
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In our Esoteric Ebb review, find out why this funny CRPG is a fantastic spiritual successor to Disco Elysium.

Amanda Tien·March 17, 2026
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In our Death Howl review, learn how this open-world deckbuilder merges Soulslike influences with chess-like tactics to great effect.

Vaughn Hunt·March 5, 2026
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In honor of Resident Evil Requiem's release, we're digging deep into the backlog with our Resident Evil 7: Biohazard review.

Scarlet Hardy·March 3, 2026
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In our Love Eternal review, learn whether this indie horror-platformer manages to meld its various ideas into a cohesive whole.

David Silbert·February 18, 2026
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In our Mewgenics review, learn if the long-awaited roguelike from the creators of The End is Nigh was worth the lengthy development.

Matt Plaus·February 6, 2026
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In our Big Hops review, read why this indie platformer nails 3D platforming gameplay but unfortunately nails basically nothing else.

Sam Martinelli·January 22, 2026
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In our TR-49 review, discover the addicting puzzles and narrative drama of inkle Studios' newest indie game.

Amanda Tien·January 21, 2026
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In our Perfect Tides: Station to Station review, learn why this point-and-click adventure from Three Bees is well worth your time.

Darcy Maunder·January 21, 2026
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In our Neon Inferno review, find out how this stylish 2D side-shooter holds up against its many arcade inspirations.

Donovan Harrell·January 19, 2026
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