Game Reviews

Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew sails a familiar course through stealth-tactics waters, driven by crew powers, experimentation, and long infiltration missions across cursed islands. The presentation is colorful and campy, with the Red Marley ship breaking up the flow between objectives, while stylish visuals and lively characters keep things afloat. Repetition and thin AI dull the edge, yet clever combos, a chaotic finale, and generous post-game unlocks make this a memorable, if uneven, treasure hunt.

Lies of P reimagines the classic Pinocchio tale as a dark, atmospheric Souls-like set against the Belle Époque’s fading grandeur. NEOWIZ delivers a world steeped in tension and style, where every encounter demands attention and every street corner tells part of a larger story. From intricate environments to relentless enemies, the game offers a deliberate, methodical journey that rewards persistence. It’s a distinctive entry in the genre—one that will linger with players long after they put down the controller.

Set in a chaotic medieval world, Rustler is a top-down action game where players complete quests, steal horses, and cause havoc. Inspired by the classic GTA formula, it blends open-world mischief with a linear storyline and tongue-in-cheek humour. Players can take on races, jousts, side missions, and collectibles, all while upgrading their character through a simple skill system. It’s a sandbox of crude antics and old-school design sensibilities, wrapped in a deliberately irreverent package.

Blue Prince is a surreal, slow-burn puzzle game that invites players to explore a mysterious mansion one room at a time. With vintage storybook visuals, minimal guidance, and clues hidden in plain sight, it rewards patient discovery and note-taking. But beneath the charm lies something more elusive—and depending on how far you go, that may either captivate or confound you.

Hard West 2 is a gritty, supernatural tactical RPG that rewards aggressive strategy and careful planning. Its standout Bravado system pushes players to chain kills for momentum, giving combat a sharp, puzzle-like flow. While some encounters overstay their welcome and the final stretch can drag, the game’s stylish presentation, solid writing, and well-synced character abilities make for a compelling ride. With no filler or microtransactions, it offers a focused experience that stands out in the genre.

Stray offers a quiet, thoughtful experience built around exploration, atmosphere, and a fresh feline perspective. With intuitive controls, a beautifully designed world, and no unnecessary filler, it delivers something different—short, stylish, and surprisingly memorable. There’s optional combat, plenty of environmental storytelling, and just enough interaction to keep things moving without ever feeling overwhelming.