Unpacking PC Game Reviews

Unpacking

Unpacking is a game about taking things out of boxes and arranging them in rooms. While the concept is incredibly simple, it is very satisfying to play, and the beautiful pixel art visuals and soothing soundtrack enhance the experience even more. Although not exactly challenging and relatively short, Unpacking is a game that definitely leaves a lasting impression.

Gameplay: Very relaxing, but some rooms are more fun than others to unpack.

Graphics: The pixel art style is beautiful.

Sound: The soundtrack is very relaxing, and the sound effects are just as good

Starlight: Eye of the Storm PC Game Reviews

Starlight: Eye of the Storm

Starlight: Eye of the Storm is a polished and enjoyable 2D bullet-hell shooter with arcade, campaign, and PVP modes. The ability to create your own custom ships and the wide range of weapons gives the game a lot of replay value along with multiple difficulty settings that also make it very accessible. The story is perhaps not the game’s strong suit, but the all-out action is hard to fault.

Gameplay: Very addictive and has multiple modes to keep players coming back for more.

Graphics: A nice combination of 2D and 3D, along with plenty of bullets and explosions.

Sound: The soundtrack isn’t too over the top, but the sound effects pack a lot of punch

Escape Simulator PC Game Reviews

Escape Simulator

Escape Simulator offers fifteen different rooms filled with puzzles for players to conquer. While it won’t take too long to play through these, the game also offers Steam Workshop Support, which really boosts the longevity of this title. It is also perfectly playable alone, but having a friend or two along to help solve the puzzles makes it more enjoyable. If you are a fan of the genre, then Escape Simulator definitely ticks all the right checkboxes.

Gameplay: A great selection of puzzles along with the option to create your own puzzle rooms.

Graphics: Decent overall with plenty of detail and vibrant colors.

Sound: The soundtrack is pleasant, and the sound effects get the job done

Hoa PC Game Reviews

Hoa

Hoa is a puzzle platformer with beautiful hand-painted art and a moving piano soundtrack that is a perfect match for the relaxing gameplay. It’s not a very challenging game, apart from the last level where the difficulty ramps up rather unexpectedly, but it is very enjoyable. The subject and style mean this is not going to be a game for everyone, but Studio Ghibli fans will love the aesthetic of Hoa, and it is hard not to be charmed by the presentation.

Gameplay: Very easy, but great casual players and newcomers to the genre.

Graphics: The art and animations are top-notch.

Sound: The soundtrack and sound effects are incredible

The Frosts: First Ones PC Game Reviews

The Frosts: First Ones

The Frosts: First Ones is an interesting adventure game set in a harsh and frozen world. Players take control of a hunter named Berak, who embarks on a rescue mission to find his missing neighbor. While the gameplay mainly consists of walking through the environments, there are some interactions with other people and close encounters with dangerous wildlife. The game is very short, and the story ends just as things become more intriguing, but the low price and unique setting make it worth checking out.

Gameplay: Limited interactions but the journey through the snow-covered world is quite neat.

Graphics: Pixilated and lacking in color, but still very detailed and packed with interesting scenes.

Sound: The soundtrack and sound effects are really good

Skeletal Avenger PC Game Reviews

Skeletal Avenger

Skeletal Avenger is a rogue-lite dungeon-crawling adventure featuring a skull-chucking undead warrior on a quest for vengeance. The game features a simple low-poly art style along with a mixture of procedurally generated and hand-made levels. With over 50 perks and trinkets, there’s plenty of scope to explore different playstyles, and an NG+ mode keeps the action going. While not the best-looking game, it features plenty of great content, and fans of the genre should have a blast.

Gameplay: The game is very accessible and packed with enough content to keep players busy.

Graphics: Visually, the game features great lighting and particle effects, but the procedurally generated levels can look a little bland.

Sound: The soundtrack is suitably epic and is a great match for the fantasy setting

NEOGEO POCKET COLOR SELECTION Vol. 1 Steam Edition PC Game Reviews

NEOGEO POCKET COLOR SELECTION Vol. 1 Steam Edition

NEOGEO POCKET COLOR SELECTION Vol. 1 Steam Edition is an excellent retro compilation, especially for fans of SNK’s handheld fighting games. This collection is stacked with classics but lacks SNK Vs. Capcom: Match of the Millennium, which was included in the Nintendo Switch release. Nevertheless, there are hours of entertainment here, and the presentation is top-notch. If you are a retro fan or loved the original hardware, you will definitely appreciate this compilation.

Gameplay: Lots of great fighting games, but the other titles are great too.

Graphics: The games obviously show their age but still look great for what they are.

Sound: Limited by the original hardware, but not bad overall

Pretty Girls Breakout! PC Game Reviews

Pretty Girls Breakout!

Pretty Girls Breakout! is an anime-themed take on the popular Breakout genre and features a selection of girls, all with different costumes to unlock. The gameplay is essentially the same as traditional Breakout games, with the exception of not just moving a paddle left and right, but controlling a little character who can swing a paddle at incoming balls and projectiles. It’s not a very long game, but it is affordable and offers a relaxing way to kill some time.

Gameplay: Very straightforward, but later levels can be challenging.

Graphics: The character sprites are beautiful, and the visuals are very colorful overall.

Sound: A decent selection of tunes and sound effects

Flewfie’s Adventure PC Game Reviews

Flewfie’s Adventure

Flewfie’s Adventure is a cute and colorful game about a cat in a UFO fighting equally adorable enemies across unique worlds. The 2D visuals pack a lot of color and detail, while the game also features a surprising amount of bosses. It’s not the most challenging game on the market, but there’s plenty of collectibles and even an optional card game hiding beneath the vibrant visuals. Younger players will enjoy this colorful adventure the most, but it has something for everyone, provided you are not afraid of cuteness and colors.

Gameplay: A lengthy adventure packed with optional quests and collectibles.

Graphics: Very colorful and filled with adorable characters.

Sound: The soundtrack is very decent with a surprising amount of variety

Embr PC Game Reviews

Embr

Embr is a frantic multiplayer title where players must fight fires and save clients from burning buildings. While it can be played solo, it’s clear that the game was designed for groups of four. Things start out relatively straightforward, but as players progress through the three districts, the missions become a lot more convoluted. This might annoy players looking for a straightforward firefighting game, but the large levels filled with traps and puzzles do keep things interesting. Embr does have some rough edges and can do with a bit more polish in its current state, but overall it is a lot of fun.

Gameplay: An absolute blast to play with friends and plenty of reasons to keep coming back for more.

Graphics: The visuals are simple but fit the over-the-top style of the game.

Sound: Decent sound effects and a nice jazzy soundtrack to accompany the chaos