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Cult of the lamb game review Katherine’s already up, busy cleaning up the delightful mess of poop and puke left over from last night’s wild festivities. Meanwhile, Alice is out in the garden, trying to harvest cauliflowers while keeping a safe distance from Graham’s very dead (and slightly rotting) body. In the middle of the village, a bunch of followers are dancing around the shrine—until a brawl breaks out between Mark and Liam, the two oldest cult members. Turns out, ritual combat for the elderly is a bit of a tradition around here. Mark takes Liam down, and the crowd goes wild as his spirit (and some flesh) is generously…

Death and Taxes Game Review The thing that ties all of our lives together, yet we know the least about, is probably death. No one really knows for sure what happens when we die. Some folks believe in an afterlife, others think we come back as something else, some are convinced we just vanish into nothingness, and then there’s that whole idea of our souls being snatched up by some creepy god. But no one’s come back from the other side to tell us what actually goes down when the heart stops beating. Some people find that idea terrifying, others find it oddly comforting. Some think about it all the…

Light Up The Town: A Cozy, Creative Holiday Escape Light Up The Town: A Cozy, Festive Escape for the Holiday Season As the post-November blues creep in and the holidays feel far too distant, there’s something about the warmth of twinkling lights and the crispness of winter air that brings a comforting sense of cheer. Enter Light Up The Town, a delightful indie game that wraps you in festive joy with its minimalist charm. With a simple concept—a spool of warm, glowing lights and a town begging to be brightened—this game offers a beautifully hand-crafted experience that doesn’t ask for much more than your creative touch and festive spirit. A…

Doronko Wanko Game Review A couple of weeks ago, Bandai Namco dropped three totally free games, and one of them immediately caught my eye: Doronko Wanko. The title roughly translates to “Muddy Dog,” and the game lives up to that name in the best way possible. It’s all about getting as messy as you can, and it takes that concept and combines it with a De Blob-style gameplay loop. In the game, you play as a cute little Pomeranian puppy who’s just moved into a brand-new house with your family. They’re getting ready for a moving-in party, but you’ve got other plans. Your goal is to roll around in mud,…

Graveyard Keeper Game Review   Management sims have always had a loyal fanbase. Whether you’re into building cities, running zoos, managing hospitals, or coaching sports teams, there’s no shortage of games that let you take the reins. And with farming sims making a huge comeback (just whisper “Stardew Valley” three times and you’ll summon a fan), it’s no surprise that something like Graveyard Keeper caught my attention. I didn’t even know I wanted a graveyard management sim until this game showed up. It has that retro-RPG Maker vibe but throws in a weirdly fascinating concept: you’re in charge of a cemetery. Yep, managing graves is the whole deal. What makes…

Little misfortune Game Review The thing about Misfortune Ramirez Hernandez—the star of Little Misfortune—is that she doesn’t have many animations, and one of them is her face-planting into the ground. Fitting, really, given her name and the rough hand she’s been dealt in life. But every time she falls, she gets back up. And when that’s not enough, there’s always glitter. Interactive Sadness with a Side of Glitter Little Misfortune is a dark fairytale, more Grimm than Disney. It kicks off when a mysterious voice in Misfortune’s head offers her a chance to play a game to win “eternal happiness.” She agrees, wanting to give that happiness to her mum.…

Beacon Pines Game Review I’m a total sucker for cool stories in video games, and Beacon Pines grabbed me because it looked like a choice-driven adventure. You explore this kinda run-down farming town and find “charms” — words you drop at certain points to change the story. The cool part is you can jump back and forth between these moments anytime to try different choices and see what happens. But honestly, Beacon Pines isn’t really about choices like I thought. Instead, it’s this rare thing — a genuinely good story with solid writing and characters you actually care about. You play as Luka, a 12-year-old dealing with some tough stuff:…

Mail time game review   Getting Started: Meet Your Mail Scout Before you jump into your adventure, you got to create your character first. I named mine Cara. There are tons of customization options — you can pick your pronouns, skin tone, outfit, and backpack colors. Speaking of backpacks, there are six different styles for both the backpack and the glider, and honestly, they’re all adorable. Made it pretty tough to decide before even starting the game! Exploring Grumblewood Grove The story kicks off with a drive to Grumblewood Grove. On the way, you find out you’re about to get your first solo delivery as an apprentice mail scout. The…

Sunhaven Game Review   Sun Haven is one of the best new farming sims to come out in 2023. With farming sims blowing up in popularity, lots of studios are trying to put their own twist on the genre. As someone who’s been into farming sims for nearly 20 years, I’m usually pretty picky — I often find myself missing the simple charm of old Harvest Moon DS games. But Sun Haven strikes a great balance. It keeps that relaxing, straightforward farming vibe while adding some cool magical elements and unique features that really make it stand out. What’s Cool About Sun Haven First off, the story is surprisingly good.…

The Headliners Game Review You know those classic scenes from alien invasion or kaiju movies where the hero wanders through ruined city streets, surrounded by rubble and destruction? Buildings are crumbled, the city’s been hammered, and there’s a newspaper floating by with a blurry pic of a giant monster wreaking havoc. Ever wonder who snapped that photo? That’s you, in The Headliners. You play as a gutsy photojournalist diving straight into the chaos. Go it alone or team up with up to seven friends to capture insane shots of an alien invasion taking over New York. The streets are crawling with deadly monsters, and reporters like you are the only…