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Caravan SandWitch and the Reduncancy of Combat in Open World Games

Caravan SandWitch is a compelling open world game free of physical violence while still keeping the stakes high.

SnapshotChris Lawn12 September 2024Caravan SandWitch ReviewComment

Creatures of Ava - Creature Hoarding

Where does Creatures of Ava fit on the creature collecting spectrum?

SnapshotChris Lawn11 August 2024Creatures of Ava, ReviewComment

Forgotten Mines - Just One More Turn Energy

Despite some critical bugs holding the game back for now, this instant classic of the turn based roguelite crowd should not be missed.

SnapshotChris Lawn28 July 2024Forgotten Mines, ReviewComment

Has Needing To Use A Launcher App/Account Stopped You From Playing A Game?

I feel like I’ve lost my mind.

Socially Engineering Your Life with Cyber Manhunt 2 New World

It’s scary what a few hacking tools and a google will find.

SnapshotChris Lawn15 June 2024Cyber Manhunt 2 New WorldComment

Duck Detective: The Secret Salami is Utterly Horrific and I Don't Know What's Wrong With You

I'm surprised no one is talking about this and I'm sick of staying silent.

SnapshotChris Lawn12 June 2024Duck Detective The Secret Salami, Review Comments

C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield is one of Acquire's better Experiments

A neat little Fire Emblem / Slay The Spire inspired game that while not quite reaching the peaks of either, is still a commendable little deckbuilding RPG.

SnapshotChris Lawn26 May 2024C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield, ReviewComment

Exploring being Good with INDIKA

Exploring a game that critiques religious practices while using it’s interactivity to develop more complex ideas.

Essay, ArticleChris Lawn17 May 2024INDIKA, Analysis, ChristianityComment

Dread Delusion is the Fresh Fantasy RPG You're Looking For

I don't know what's in the water over at Lovely Hellplace, but I want in.

SnapshotChris Lawn15 May 2024Dread Delusion, ReviewComment

Manor Lords is a Medieval City Builder that Deserves Every Ounce of Praise

Even in its early access state, Manor Lords hits all the right notes to make it a star in the genre.

SnapshotChris Lawn25 April 2024Manor Lords, Hooded HorseComment

Cavern of Dreams Plays all the 3D Platformer Nostalgia Keys Just Right

3D platformers still stand tall in the indie space, with Cavern of Dreams being a wonderful poster child for the genre.

SnapshotChris Lawn10 March 2024Cavern of Dreams ReviewComment

Kingsvein is a Masterclass in Systems Craft

An open world tactics RPG that makes you use all the tools in your toolbox for a fantastic cerebral tactical experience.

SnapshotChris Lawn28 January 2024Kingsvein, Rad Codex, Horizon's Gate, Tactics Open World RPGComment

Unraveling Sons of Welder’s Magnus Game Series

Analyzing and discussing the Magnus Quadrilogy with creator Przemyslaw Geremek, one half of the Sons of Welder team.

EssayChris Lawn19 January 2024Magnus Failure, Magnus Imago, Magnus Positive Phototaxis, Lazarus A.D. 2222, Sons of WelderComment

Sovereign Syndicate and the World Beyond the Page

Getting lost in great writing is one of life’s greatest pleasures.

SnapshotChris Lawn15 January 2024Sovereign Syndicate ReviewComment

Spider-Man 2’s Greatest Triumph is its Empathy for All

Spectacle is nothing without heart.

SnapshotChris Lawn1 January 2024Marvel's Spider-Man, Marvel's Spider-Man 2Comment

The 151 Best Indie Games of 2023

With so many AAA releases topping the charts this year, i't’s very likely you’ve missed at least some of the best indie games 2023 had to offer.

GOTYChris Lawn22 December 2023GOTY, GOTY 2023, Best Indie Games 2023, Game of the Year Comment

How Game Fans use Google Translate to Break Language Barriers and Create Joy for One Another

Once upon a time, Google had the motto “don’t be evil” as a part of it’s mission statement. While this has largely been pushed aside for the mega conglomerate, some of its products are still used for good.

ArticleChris Lawn25 November 2023article, Hero's Adventure Road To Passion, Google Translate, English TranslationComment