Those old enough, like me, probably remember renting RPGs and stumbling across a sacred save file. The kind where a previous player had already made it to the final battle and left behind an overpowered party. It always made me wonder, “How did they get this strong in just a few days?” There was an unwritten rule back then: you didn’t overwrite or delete that save file. That’s exactly how The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time begins.

Mina the Hollower follows Mina, who you guessed it, is a Hollower tasked with bringing the power back on to a cursed island plagued with a rebellion and roaming monsters.

As individual parts, Wardrum does a great job. The rhythm-based combat works well, the strategy elements are competently executed, and the roguelike features incorporate systems I've come to enjoy in other games in the genre. The problem is that these pieces never fully come together as a cohesive idea.

People who enjoy games that are a mix of strategy and luck would enjoy Corgi Pileup. It can be played with kids seven and up and is enjoyed by all ages. The game is relatively small and would be easy to take along, making it a great selection for your next game night.

In an increasingly crowded survivors-like genre, Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship does quite a bit to stand out. Its robust management systems, particularly the ability to customize my Ark, add far more strategy than I expected. Once I adjusted to its leveling structure, which prioritizes growth within each individual run over permanent vehicle progression, the experience became much more rewarding.

I love Sektori. The roguelike-inspired elements and smart risk/reward systems feel fantastic within the fluid arcade shooter framework Sektori delivers. I’d heard people loved this game, but playing it on the Switch 2 feels especially right at home on the platform. If you’re a fan of challenging twin-stick arcade shooters, pick up Sektori. You won’t regret it.

Platform reviewed: PC (Steam) Price: $14.99 Chess played out as a dungeon crawler? What a brilliant idea. That’s exactly how Below the Crown feels, a strategy deck builder that combines the tactical depth of chess with elements of roguelikes and dungeon crawlers. It’s one of the most unique games I’ve played in a while, and it gets me thinking on a deeper level, in more ways than just how to defeat the king. The game opens with a view of a castle. Visually, it feels like I’m

Subscription services are pretty common. Xbox has Game Pass, PlayStation has PlayStation Plus, and Nintendo has NSO. For the most part, these services are tied to a specific platform. Enter Indie Pass, a subscription service exclusively focused on games published by indie.io. If you’re a fan of indie games, this is definitely something you’ll want to look into.

With six different games included, Marvel MaXimum Collection is one of the best collections of retro Marvel games. While some of the titles aren’t among my favorites (Silver Surfer, I’m looking at you), the inclusion of X-Men: The Arcade Game, along with online co-op, makes this an easy recommendation.

The story, voice acting, art, and music are outstanding in Aether and Iron. I also appreciate that the game takes a chance with its dice-rolling mechanic. However, I would have liked to see failures carry more weight from a narrative perspective, while still earning experience in the process.

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.

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

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.

We review the Pirate Borg Starter Set and explore what makes this chaotic pirate RPG one of the easiest tabletop games to jump into.

Platform reviewed: Nintendo Switch Price: $9.99 Love Eternal is a psychological platformer that mixes mind-bending artwork and animations, with challenging and sometimes frustrating levels. At times, it feels like I’m forgetting to take a breath between safe spots. In the levels I can jump and reverse gravity to stick to platform ceilings. I can only flip gravity once before I need to touch a platform to use it again., There are items throughout the levels that allow me to f

Confidential Killings-A Detective Game offers a taste of deductive reasoning and sleuthing, ideal for those who want a just right challenge, not too easy and not too hard. Its layout creates a smooth process for collecting information and connecting dots. As the game progresses, so do the cases, further challenging detective skills. Overall, it’s a normal difficulty deductive reasoning game that gives you a taste of being a detective.

Demon Tides is a very fun platformer with charismatic characters and smooth movement. It’s the perfect spring or summer game to play just to get into the season and remind everyone to sit back and enjoy the waves sometime.

Baladins is a breath of fresh air. Its board game inspired playstyle, coupled with branching dialogue and open quests, allows me to explore and experience it at my own pace. Adding the ability to play with up to three other people makes it feel like I’m sitting around a board game with friends. The loop mechanic adds an interesting element, refreshing the board every six turns, but it never became troublesome, as the game offers plenty to explore and do.