Enjoying the Peaceful Meadows, Sunshine and Unicorns in Plantera 2: Golden Acorn
Anyone looking for entertainment this week without really having to think too hard should follow the example of Modern Gamer columnist Marie Brownhill and invest a few very peaceful hours in the charming world of Plantera 2: Golden Acorn.
Diablo IV Is Blizzard’s Brilliant Magnum Opus
Developer Blizzard has finally opened the gates of hell so that everyone can play the stunningly impressive Diablo IV. It builds upon lessons from all of the previous titles in the series to present players with a very enjoyable and compelling world that is chocked full of adventure and surprises.
Working on Railway Empire 2, All the Live Long Day
Railway Empire 2 is a deep dive into the management of railroads during their golden age when they helped to tie together continents, supported thriving cities and ushered in the industrial revolution. This is a business sim made specifically for those who really enjoy all things trains and railroads.
Medieval Fantasy Meets Management Simulations in Potion Tycoon
This week our intrepid Modern Gamer Marie Brownhill dons her best witch hat and goes into business selling magical elixirs in Potion Tycoon. The title is highly detailed, to the point that it might feel a touch too much like having an actual second job, but is perfect for those who enjoy detailed management simulations.
Wartales RPG Offers a Massive Medieval Open World With Intense Tactical Combat
Wartales gives players a massive medieval open world to explore with a company of mercenaries looking for fame and profit. With a great mix of exciting turn-based combat, detailed company management, exploration and character development, Wartales will be the next big adventure for fans of advanced RPGs.
DARQ Is a Bright Spot in Horror and Puzzle Adventuring
DARQ has received a huge collection of awards since its original release several years ago. Now, the puzzle horror title is available in an ultimate edition for all platforms that includes every single DLC.
Topsy-Turvy Dreaming in the Surreal Puzzler Superliminal
This week our Modern Gamer Marie Brownhill stretches out her brain with Superliminal, a title that has players trying to escape a surreal dream by solving some really complex puzzles.
Terra Nil: An Exciting and Environmentally Friendly Puzzle Adventure
In Terra Nil, players are tasked with bringing life to a diverse series of environments that were turned into wastelands by pollution. In addition to using technology to build sustainable ecosystems, players also eventually need to recycle everything they’ve built and leave the environments pristine for their new animal inhabitants.
Getting Caught in the Web of the Free Ghostwire: Tokyo Spider’s Thread DLC
Those who enjoyed the supernatural Ghostwire: Tokyo adventure got a surprise update from developer Tango Gameworks, a free DLC called Spider’s Thread that includes a new 30-level dungeon, added combat abilities and new creepy monsters.
Painting the Town Red (and Lots of Other Colors Too) With Painter Simulator
This week, Modern Gamer Marie Brownhill looks at Painter Simulator, currently in Early Access on Steam that lets players paint by numbers, animating those objects once they are fully colored in. The title also offers some others interesting activities, and the more painting that is done, the more special missions that can be unlocked.