Leon Lockhart

Metaphor: ReFantazio checks all the boxes for a remarkable JRPG that not only tells a compelling story and features strategic gameplay, but also has a beautiful art direction and talented voice cast to back it up. This is a grand adventure you don’t want to miss.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a bold and largely successful experiment in evolving the 2D Zelda formula in a charming and refreshing way. Here’s to hoping we get more entries with our titular heroine in the limelight!

The duo behind Lazy Bear Games has created a captivating indie JRPG experience that wears its influences proudly on its sleeves. If you’re into cozy pixel art titles with an engaging narrative, an addicting soundtrack, and strategic combat, then Bloomtown: A Different Story should definitely be your next to play...

Team ASOBI did an outstanding job with Astro Bot, a delightful yet playful platformer that is sure to capture the hearts of many gamers, and one that I found difficult to put down once I started playing. Its innovative use of the DualSense controller, stunning visual design, engaging audio, and...

All in all, Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2 provides a satisfyingly challenging experience that meshes gun play, mobbing strategy, “offensive” defense, and classic RPG progression into one spectacular bundle. The RPG progression made for a rewarding grind, but the experience was not varied enough for me to want to grind...

The Mortuary Assistant finally makes its ghastly appearance on PlayStation 5, and brings along a ton of hellish bugs and glitches with it as well. The controls are awful and navigation is a pain. Still, DarkStone Digital has created a unique and engaging horror experience that excels in plenty of...

Bleak Faith: Forsaken is a game of contrasts. Its stunning visual design and atmospheric world-building are offset by awful design choices, technical issues, and unpolished gameplay mechanics. Yes it’s a bit better than it was when it was released a year and a half ago, but it still needs more...

Tsukihime - A piece of blue glass moon - has brought a beloved classic visual novel to a new generation of gamers. It has made significant strides in presentation and content, despite only being a partial remake. Type-Moon’s ability to craft engaging and immersive narratives continues to show with this...

In the modern era, the System Shock Remake stands as the de facto way to experience the malevolent AI’s reign of terror. With its faithful reimagining, Nightdive Studios pays homage to a game that shaped the immersive sim genre and solidifies SHODAN’s place as one of gaming’s most unforgettable villains....

Tevi is a fantastic 2D Metroidvania with a colorful cast of characters. The visuals are appealing, the audio is bopping, and the game is accessible to players of all backgrounds. Whether you’re a fan of bullet hell shooters, Metroidvania games, or simply crave an immersive adventure, Tevi promises an unforgettable...

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a remarkable addition to the JRPG genre that serves as a bridge between the past and the present, offering a game that is both familiar and innovative. If you’re a fan of the genre or the old Suikoden games, then this game is a journey...

Manor Lords stands as a shining example of the potential within indie game development that puts many triple A projects to shame. Keep in mind that it’s still in Early Access too, meaning the game will only get better from here on out. It’s an experience that respects its roots...