Video Game News & Reviews from hardcore gamers
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Copycat: A Journey Through Loss, Love, and Belonging
From the very first moments of Copycat, I found myself drawn into a world that is both vibrant and quietly somber a contradiction that perfectly mirrors the emotional complexity at the heart of this indie narrative adventure. The game doesn’t shy away from sensitive subjects like family trauma, abandonment, and the pain of letting go.…
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Heroes of Mount Dragon: Soaring High or Stuck on the Ground?
Entering the World of Üna From the moment I launched Heroes of Mount Dragon, I was swept into the mystical realm of Üna a world teetering on the edge of chaos, where ancient dragon power pulses beneath every hand drawn hill and vibrant forest. Developed by RuniQ, a studio founded by veterans from Beenox and…
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Deathless. The Hero Quest – An In-Depth Exploration
Deathless. The Hero Quest, formerly known as Deathless. Tales of Old Rus, is a masterfully crafted roguelike deckbuilding adventure from 1C Game Studios (1CGS). Melding intense card-based combat, folklore-rich narrative, and turn-based strategy, this title transports players into Belosvet—a vibrant, Slavic myth–inspired realm. Released in December 2024, the game’s 1.1 update rebrands it and introduces…
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City Tales – Medieval Era: Crafting a Living, Breathing Kingdom
There’s something magical about the idea of building a world from the ground up, watching a simple camp blossom into a thriving medieval city. City Tales – Medieval Era invites players to step into the shoes of a benevolent ruler, guiding their people through the trials and triumphs of kingdom-building. As someone who enjoys both the creativity…
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Deadzone: Rogue: A Sci-Fi Roguelike Shooter with Promise
Deadzone: Rogue thrusts you into the heart of a derelict space station, the ISS-X, with no memory of your past and only your wits to survive. As you awaken amid the wreckage, a relentless horde of biomechanical monstrosities closes in, setting the stage for a desperate struggle for survival. The game’s premise is instantly captivating: you…
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Rally Arcade Classics: A Nostalgic Yet Flawed Arcade Racer
The article was written by Elie fattal. There’s something undeniably charming about arcade style racing games. For many of us, they evoke memories of crowded arcades, the scent of popcorn, and the thrill of trying to beat our friends’ high scores. Rally Arcade Classics, developed by NETK2GAMES, attempts to capture that spirit and bring it…
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Status One: Commanding Your Own Counter-Terrorist Task Force
Status One is a tactical top down shooter that blends the careful planning of Door Kickers, the action packed moments of Police Stories, and the thematic tension of Ready or Not. From the moment you enter the game, you’re not just a player you’re both a leader and an operator in the field. The game…
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Metal Thunder: Commanding the Skies in a Modern Warzone
Metal Thunder is an Early Access title that thrusts players into the cockpit or more accurately, the gunner’s seat of a heavily armed AC-130 gunship. Developed by Tolga Coşkun under Dumbbell Games, this project is ambitious for a solo developer and brings a fresh, gritty take on the modern warfare genre. The game blends the…
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Mostroscopy: A Mexican Horror and Luchador Legacy
Mostroscopy is not your typical fighting game. It draws deeply from the vivid, wild imagery of 1950s Mexican horror and Luchador cinema, creating a world where masked wrestlers and classic monsters collide. The result is a game that’s both visually striking and packed with personality. The eclectic roster featuring everything from vampires to werewolves, mummies,…
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Grifford Academy Is the Cozy, Tactical RPG You Didn’t Know You Needed
Grifford Academy is a story-driven, turn-based RPG blending teenage drama with fantasy adventure. It launched into Early Access on June 25, 2025, with the full 1.0 release planned for 2026. The game is set in Caldria, a mystical realm inside a magical book, where three high school students—Erika, Viva, and Cap—must navigate friendships, internal growth,…
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