Category: Reviews
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“The Edge of Allegoria” – a beautiful Pixel-RPG
December 4th. was the publishing date for “The Edge of Allegoria”, a turn-based 2D role-playing game by Button Factory Games and CobraTekku Games (CTG). Released on PC with Game Boy aesthetics, adult humor and a huge game world with over 25 hours of gameplay. This unique pixel RPG is definitely not aimed at children. “The…
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Starforged: A Deckbuilder’s Guide to the Galaxy
A New Frontier in Solo Storytelling Space. The final frontier. But what if that frontier was explored not through twitch reflexes and joystick mastery, but through the careful curation of a deck of cards? Enter Starforged, a solo (and cooperative) game that blends the vastness of space exploration with the strategic depth of deckbuilding. As…
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Deadly Days: Roadtrip Playtest #2 Hits the Gas! (And We Got an Early Look)
Cologne, Germany – Remember that awesome zombie-slaying, inventory-juggling roguelite I stumbled upon at Gamescom 2024? Well, get ready to hit the road again because Pixelsplit just launched the second public playtest for Deadly Days: Roadtrip, and it’s jam-packed with new features, improvements, and enough zombie guts to paint the highway red. For those who missed…
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OGame’s 22nd Anniversary Brings a Blast of New Features
Gameforge Celebrates Two Decades of Galactic Warfare with Major Update Gameforge, a leading publisher of multiplayer games, is excited to announce that OGame’s 22nd anniversary update is now live! The “Profile & Achievements” update introduces a wealth of personalization content to the free-to-play space war MMO, available in browsers on Windows PC and as an…
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Toy Tactics: A Fresh Spin on Strategy
Toy Tactics, the innovative real-time strategy game that lets players sketch their armies into existence, has officially launched on PC via Steam. This unique title offers a fresh take on the RTS genre, combining strategic depth with a playful and accessible aesthetic.
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Hades 2 Early Access Review: A Masterpiece in the Making
Supergiant Games had already set the bar high with Hades, but Hades 2 goes above and beyond, offering an experience so refined that it doesn’t feel like it’s in Early Access at all. It’s truly remarkable to see a game at this stage that has the depth, scope, and polish of a full release. Hades…
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The Plucky Squire Review: A Charming Adventure in a Storybook World
The Plucky Squire is an innovative Action-Adventure game developed by All Possible Futures. Released on September 17, 2024, this charming title takes players on a linear, puzzle-filled adventure that draws clear inspiration from classic Zelda titles, especially Link’s Awakening. It blends various gameplay elements from different genres and offers a mix of 2D and 3D…
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Titan Quest 2: A Deep Dive into the Sequel
While attending Gamescom 2024 I was invited to the THQ Booth to talk to the developers of Titan Quest 2 and see the game in real time. This is a summary of my experience with the game:Titan Quest 2 is set to deliver a more immersive and expansive experience compared to its predecessor. The developers…
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inZOI: A Deep Dive into a Creative and Dynamic World
As a guest at Krafton’s exclusive press event during gamescom 2024, I had the unique opportunity to experience inZOI firsthand and speak with its creator, Hyungjun Kim. This upcoming life simulation promises to be more than just a game; it’s an invitation to craft your ideal existence.
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Mindbug Online: A Digital Delight from Gamescom 2024
Mindbug Online is a captivating digital adaptation of the physical card game, offering a streamlined and accessible experience. The game maintains the core mechanics of its tabletop counterpart while introducing several enhancements tailored for the digital realm. I had the opportunity to meet the developers of Mindbug Online from Kissaki Studios GmbH at Gamescom 2024…