There are some good concepts here but they are surrounded by clunky gameplay and a story I struggled to comprehend
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Videogame Review: ‘Kong: Survivor Instinct’ – a Small Adventure with Monstrous Guests
'Kong: Survivor Instinct' is a fairly standard 2.5D adventure elevated by jaw-dropping cameos by King Kong and other Titans.
Read More »Videogame Review: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit’
This retro adventure take on the iconic 'Five Nights at Freddy's' series will please hardcore fans but fizzle with newcomers.
Read More »RPG Review: ‘Rackham Vale’ from Crowbar Creative
Explore the art of Arthur Rackham in an RPG setting packed with quaint villages and fairies. Secrets are currency, and everyone has them.
Read More »Game Review: ‘I SPY Flip & Find’ from Briarpatch
Players compete to make the most matches, which they can only do by calling out "Match!" first.
Read More »Videogame Review: ‘The Plucky Squire’ – A Mind-Bending Storybook Masterpiece
'The Plucky Squire' leaps from the storybook to deliver a stunning, fun and funny experience across the pages and into the real world.
Read More »‘Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers’ Review: Chasing the ‘Balatro’ Dragon with Mixed Results
This roguelike card game falls short of its inspiration despite a fun premise and interesting cards.
Read More »RPG Rulebook Review: ‘Pathfinder: Howl of the Wild’ from Paizo
Players are always wanting to explore new directions, and Howl of the Wild is perfect for those wanting to get back to nature.
Read More »Sourcebook Review: ‘Monster Core’ for Pathfinder from Paizo
Over 400 monsters players can face in the growing Second Edition of Pathfinder.
Read More »Learning Game Review: ‘Criss-Cross Applesauce’ from University Games’ Briarpatch
Players age three and up act out an increasing number of actions, teaming up to see how high of a score they can achieve.
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