I spent a lot of time with Basketball Classics. The arcade-style gameplay, along with the presentation and attention to detail, makes this game an instant classic for me. Inspired by retro games, the graphics are 8-bit, but the amount of animation and detail made me forget the pixel limitations.

Starting as a company focused on game mats, GameHead has expanded into board games, creating some of the most interesting concepts I’ve seen in a while. Their games are easy to learn, quick to set up, and fast to play, which I really appreciate. Lately, a lot of the games I’ve been playing seem to spend thirty minutes or more just explaining rules and getting everything ready. That’s not the case with GameHead games.

One of the most beautiful games I played at PAX East was Memoria Wake. It’s an isometric action game where you control a cat-like creature exploring a world that feels inspired by games like Tunic and more recent Zelda titles. While the art is stunning, the mechanics still felt a bit rough, leaving me with some apprehension.

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Where this game truly shines and earned one of our Best of PAX 2026 awards was in the accessibility of the drawings.

when the fall Six One Indie showcase showed off this little isometric game called Moldwasher I knew I had to play this game, then I was lucky enough to be invited to Anshar Publishing’s booth at PAX to try it out.

Join the Hey Kiddo crew as we sit down for a special interview with Megan Everett, Warframe's Community Director! We discuss the recent feedback around The Shadowgrapher update, community dynamics, and what we may expect to see in the future for new and existing players. It was such a delight to chat with Megan at PAX East, we hope you enjoy the interview!

One of my favorite things I got to do at PAX East was play Godzilla the Roleplaying Game from IDW Games. It’s rare that I get to be a player in TTRPGs, since I’m usually the one running the game, so this was a refreshing change of pace.

I love my Nitro Deck from CRKD for my Nintendo Switch. It’s saved me from plenty of hand cramps, and features like remappable buttons and turbo functionality make it feel great to use. So when CRKD announced the Nitro Deck 2 for the Switch 2, I was immediately interested. I had a chance to check it out PAX East 2026, and after getting some hands-on time with it, I’m already looking forward to the finished product.

I loved Virtua Fighter growing up. It was the first fighting game I played where the characters felt like they had truly distinct movesets, like Shun Di, the drunken kung fu master (yes, I watched Drunk Master a lot). I’m also a big fan of roguelikes, so when I heard about Poly Fighter, a new roguelike fighting game that takes inspiration from games like Virtua Fighter, I knew I had to check it out.

We had the opportunity to interview Mark Diaz Truman, the co-founder, CEO, and Senior Designer at Magpie Games, to talk about their upcoming TTRPG Temeraire: The Roleplaying Game, based on the novels by the same name. If you are a fan of TTRPGs or the novels (or both!) this is an interview you won't want to miss!

I’m fairly new to auto-battlers, and I wasn’t sure if the genre would really appeal to me. From what I’ve played, a lot of them tend to feel pretty similar. That’s where Order Automatica stands out. While it is an auto-battler, there’s a surprising amount of strategy during the prep phase before each battle begins. I got to go hands on with the game at PAX East.

In ShantyTown, I play as a surveyor sent to different areas to design homes and businesses. What starts as simply placing objects quickly turns into a fun, relaxing experience where my creativity can really run wild.

This week on The Gamerheads Podcast, Roger, Trina, Jake, and returning guest Carter dive into all things PAX East. From what to pack to how to make the most of your time on the show floor, the crew shares practical tips and personal experiences to help both first-time attendees and veterans get the most out of the convention. Here are a few ways you can support Gamerheads! Leave us a review! Not only does your review help fellow gamers discover our podcast, but it also provid

As satisfying as the gameplay is, the real strength lies in its storytelling. The emotions conveyed through the art are powerful, and the decision to present the narrative through an alien language makes the world feel more immersive and unique. Even without understanding a single word, I always knew what was happening, thanks to the game’s visual direction and presentation.

Minishoot’ Adventures is one of my favorite games on the Nintendo Switch 2. It feels right at home, especially since it clearly takes inspiration from games like The Legend of Zelda and Metroid. It does little to hold your hand, but subtle clues point you in the right direction on where to go and what to do next. There are plenty of hidden secrets as well, giving completionists a lot to explore.

Introduction: What is Down Among the Dead? For those who have been playing Pirate Borg for a while, you’ve probably either been creating your own content, something the core book does a great job helping inspire, or you’ve been looking for new material to bring to the table. I’m happy to say that Limithron has created a new expansion, Down Among the Dead. Just like the core book , it’s packed with tables, ideas, tools, adventures, and fantastic art. While there is plenty here

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The core book is ideal for those who started with the starter set and are ready to take a deeper dive into the world of Pirate Borg. If you’re a seasoned GM, you could probably skip the starter set and jump straight into the core book. That said, I still love the maps, tokens, and dice included in the starter set, and they work well alongside the core book.

Acclaim today announced Super Basketball Classics Featuring the World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters, a new entry in its beloved retro sports lineup that fuses old-school arcade basketball with the iconic flash, flair, and fun of the Harlem Globetrotters. Inspired by classic 8- and 16-bit hoops games and rebuilt for modern players, the game delivers fast, pick-up-and-play action packed with trick shots, couch co-op chaos, and nonstop highlight-reel moments.