Back to the Dawn Locks in Strategy and Style in an Entertaining Prison Adventure
Prison adventure Back to the Dawn blends noir drama and Lovecraftian weirdness into one of the most entertaining indie RPGs of the year. It includes over one hundred quests and several endings. Prison life has never been this strange, strategic or hilarious.
A Royal Gaze Changes Up Tower Defense in The King is Watching
When a kingdom’s peasants only work under the king’s direct gaze, every move counts. The King is Watching blends tower defense, auto-battler action and roguelike progression into one uniquely challenging package that will surprise even the most experienced armchair generals.
Fresh Look Explores the Uniqueness of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Fresh Look columnist Neal Sayatovich writes this week about his enjoyment of the unique turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which has players leading an action-packed quest to try and save the people of Lumiere.
Michael Blaker’s Retro Game Friday: Spelunky
Retro Game Friday is a column by Michael Blaker covering various games from the past. This week he covers a true classic in Spelunky.
Descenders Next Balances Mountain and Snowboarding Action With Extreme Sports
Descenders Next takes the extreme downhill biking concept of the original and swaps in mountain and snowboards for a roguelike ride across random trails. While the controls take some getting used to, overall, it’s a ride worth taking.
Daedalic Entertainment Launches Yield Fall of Rome On Steam
After a feature-rich Early Access campaign, the focused 4X strategy game Yield! Fall of Rome launches into full release today. Described by fans as “the child of Polytopia and Civilization”, the game offers a fast-paced, decision-driven alternative for strategy lovers with limited time. The 1.0 version brings refined mechanics, deep but accessible gameplay, and support […]
Tales of the Shire Trades Epic Adventures for Heartwarming Hobbit Life
In a refreshing change from the usual action-packed Middle Earth fare, Tales of the Shire focuses on gardening, cooking and forging friendships. Cozy, charming and surprisingly deep, it’s the perfect title for anyone who’s ever dreamed of settling down in the Shire.
SpongeBob and Patrick Get Ready For New Titans of the Tide Adventure
Are you ready, kids? THQ Nordic and developer Purple Lamp are thrilled to announce SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, a new single-player 3D platforming adventure within the SpongeBob SquarePants franchise coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the Nintendo Switch 2 on November 18th, 2025. Prepare to be scared – in the […]
Twilight Wars Shares Big Post-Launch Plans
The revolution never sleeps. Comrade Bear Games has revealed the first wave of post-launch content for Twilight Wars, including major gameplay updates and a narrative-driven DLC coming in the months ahead. Driven by community feedback, these updates bring new difficulty modes, deeper customization, dynamic combat, and expanded story content. Standalone Scenarios are self-contained tactical missions […]
Fresh Look Dances Through Dungeons in Rift of the NecroDancer
Looking for a rhythm title with personality and depth? Rift of the NecroDancer hits all the right beats. Vincent Mahoney, filling in for Fresh Look this week, breaks down why it’s a must-play for fans of the rhythm genre.