Bound By Flame PC Game Reviews

Bound By Flame

Bound By Flame is a very ambitious attempt from an indie developer to deliver a AAA experience, but it doesn’t always succeed. The story is interesting despite some clichés and the combat very rewarding, although it can get tough. The game is also quite linear with maze-like levels, but there are plenty of side quests to keep you busy. There is a lot that I can fault about Bound By Flame, but I did enjoy completing the game and would definitely love to see a sequel that addresses the problems.

Gameplay: Not much exploration, but the combat is challenging and enjoyable.

Graphics: Great monster designs and some impressive areas, but plenty of repetition.

Sound: The music is good, but the voice acting is a bit uneven

Solar Shifter EX PC Game Reviews

Solar Shifter EX

With its non-stop action and intense visuals, it is hard to believe that Solar Shifter EX is the work of a solo developer. The game is quite tough, but fans of bullet hell shooters will enjoy the challenge. The ability to shift around the screen definitely adds to the experience and while not perfect, Solar Shifter EX has a lot to offer fans of the genre.

Gameplay: Very tough, but the inclusion of checkpoints makes the challenge more manageable.

Graphics: Crank it up to “Extreme” and marvel at all the detail.

Sound: Features some nice tunes, but the sound effects lacks a little punch

Avoid – Sensory Overload PC Game Reviews

Avoid – Sensory Overload

While Avoid Sensory Overload is another mobile title to make the leap to PC, it doesn’t feel like a cheap cash-in. The gameplay is addictive, and on higher difficulty levels, the game can provide quite a challenge. The randomly generated levels in endless mode also provide longevity, especially for the price. If you are looking for a pure arcade experience where you can test your reflexes while listening to some nice tunes, then you won’t want to avoid this game.

Gameplay: A nice arcade experience that is addictive enough to keep you returning for more.

Graphics: It’s not quite a sensory overload, but the visuals are colorful and stylish.

Sound: There are different musical genres with some nice tracks

Type:Rider PC Game Reviews

Type:Rider

The unique concept of Type:Rider immediately caught our attention, and thankfully, the gameplay was up to scratch as well. It takes a while to get used to the controls, as controlling two dots can be challenging, but the excellent levels and stylish visuals will suck you in. While not a very long game, there is some replay value, and you might also learn something about typography along the way.

Gameplay: The game is a blast to play once you get used to the controls.

Graphics: Type:Rider features stylish visuals and a great art direction.

Sound: The audio matches the gameplay and visuals perfectly

SPINTIRES™ PC Game Reviews

SPINTIRES™

Spintires doesn’t offer a compelling story or over the top action, but if you can appreciate a challenging game with a slower pace you will have fun. Navigating muddy terrain using enormous trucks is certainly an unique experience and while there is only one objective the true joy comes simply from playing with big trucks in the realistic mud.

Gameplay: Slow paced and intense, but very enjoyable and satisfying.

Graphics: Large maps and very detailed vehicles.

Sound: Very peaceful

Kyn PC Game Reviews

Kyn

While Kyn isn’t perfect and suffers from some bland characters and a story that fails to captivate, it is still an impressive offering considering that it is the work of mostly two developers. It features plenty of strategic, but action-packed combat, a wealth of equipment to craft and plenty of well-designed maps. Fans of older party-based games, like Icewind Dale will feel right at home with Kyn.

Gameplay: Kyn offers a single player, party based combat experience with plenty of action.

Graphics: Varied levels and plenty of detail.

Sound: No voice acting, but the soundtrack is great

12 Is Better Than 6 by Ink Stains Games Kickstarter Watch

12 Is Better Than 6 by Ink Stains Games

There is a lot that can be said about the quality of products making it through Steam Greenlight lately, but when a game is Greenlit in only four days there is usually a good reason. This is the case with “12 Is Better Than 6”, the upcoming Wild West themed shooter from Ink Stains Games. Its hand drawn visual style certainly makes for a striking first impression, but we were fortunate enough to also play an extended version of pre-alpha currently available for the game

Rage Runner PC Game Reviews

Rage Runner

Rage Runner is quite a challenging title and, as the name implies, it can be frustrating at times. Having to weave your way through obstacles at high speeds while changing the orientation of your craft takes some practice and completing all nine of the levels is quite an achievement. If you are looking for a 3D runner that will really test your skills you should try Rage Runner.

Gameplay: Quick reflexes and some trial-and-error is required, but overall this is an addictive and challenging title.

Graphics: Good, but not too distracting.

Sound: Depends on whether you like dubstep or not

Project Temporality PC Game Reviews

Project Temporality

Although the time manipulation elements have been seen in other games before, Project Temporality manages to impress with clever puzzles and rewarding gameplay. There is also a deeper story lurking behind all the puzzle solving for players interested enough to delve deeper. The game challenges you to carefully plan ahead, but because you can simply rewind time to rectify mistakes it rarely becomes frustrating.

Gameplay: Challenges you to think in four dimensions and rely on yourself to solve co-op based puzzles.

Graphics: Somewhat lacking in visual variety, but the overall design and lighting effects are excellent.

Sound: No voice acting, but some very nice music tracks

Mystic Destinies: Serendipity of Aeons By Star Maiden Games Kickstarter Watch

Mystic Destinies: Serendipity of Aeons By Star Maiden Games

We’ve noticed a lot of otome visual novels popping up lately and, judging by the speed at which Mystic Destinies is getting funded on Kickstarter, there is definitely a demand for more. This urban fantasy otome visual novel focusses on the tale of a college girl who finds out that she isn’t quite as ordinary as she thought. The game is being developed by Star Maiden Games, a new start-up visual novel company who aim to make their mark on the genre with high quality, compelling titles. The team also have their sights on busting the usual genre tropes, which should be interesting