After Pokémon exploded in popularity, the number of similar monster collection games rose. I reviewed Monster Sanctuary two years ago, a fun fusion of RPG- and Metroidvania elements. This time, I played a game based on an existing IP about monsters: Monster Hunter Stories. Originally released on the Nintendo 3DS, this…

When it comes to the typical hero’s journey, the tale will typically start with a man who hears the call of fate (or their leader) telling them that they are the chosen one and must defeat a great evil that threatens to destroy everything. And while that story is always…

The world of Pokemon is one of the most recognizable and well regarded franchises within the gaming world. It’s no surprise then that there are dozens of games that have popped up over the last few decades seeking to get a slice of the Pikachu pie. One of the latest…

The indie landscape this year has been amazing, with releases large and small. And when it comes to anticipated releases, The Plucky Squire is definitely at the top of a lot of lists. With the co-founders being designers associated with Pokémon and The Swords of Ditto, the visuals were already…

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion first caught my eye with its cute vegetables and its peculiar name. Why would a vegetable have to commit tax evasion? This spiked my interest, compelling me to pick up the game by Snoozy Kazoo and give it a go. Does Turnip Boy Commits Tax…

When faced with the threat of corruption and oppression, would you fight for your freedom? Or would you keep your head down hoping for things to pass over? Keylocker is a cyberpunk turn-based RPG where you fight against the caste system and bring down the hierarchy. With rhythm game aspects…

Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights first grabbed my attention with its art style. I liked how the game looked, it looked pretty yet dark. This was enough to convince me to give the game a try, but is the game itself more than its art style? Or is it…

When a game is given a label as a spiritual successor to a popular or successful, it can add a lot of pressure that may not have existed otherwise. Expectations naturally rise in such scenarios and if a game doesn’t live up to said expectations, it only makes the disappointment…

When we were children, the simplest things brought a sense of excitement to us. Playing games with other neighborhood friends, catching bugs, picking up weird knickknacks, and other things that as adults, we don’t tend to take part in. It can be nice to step back, unwind, and let yourself…

Simulation games have come a long way, not just in the time of Animal Crossing and Harvest Moon, but even in the resurgence thanks to titles like Stardew Valley. Whether you like to farm, fish, cook, or just live a relaxing life, there is a game out there to fulfill…