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The Punished Backlog

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In our Perfect Tides: Station to Station review, learn why this point-and-click adventure from Three Bees is well worth your time.

Darcy Maunder·January 21, 2026
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In our Neon Inferno review, find out how this stylish 2D side-shooter holds up against its many arcade inspirations.

Donovan Harrell·January 19, 2026
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In our Marvel Cosmic Invasion review, learn whether Tribute Games' latest beat 'em up lives up to its turtles-centric predecessor.

Sean Cabot·January 14, 2026
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In our The Séance of Blake Manor review, learn why this gothic horror indie game will haunt lovers of mystery, puzzle, and story.

Amanda Tien·December 1, 2025
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In our GigaSword review, learn why this puzzle-platformer metroidvania is a work of love, despite some technical hiccups.

Zack Gulinello·November 21, 2025
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In our Demonschool review, learn why clever writing and beautiful sprite work can’t save repetitive gameplay.

Gary Wilson·November 18, 2025
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In our Possessor(s) review, learn why Heart Machine's new metroidvania is a narrative triumph, even if combat and exploration hold it back.

Donovan Harrell·November 11, 2025
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In our Bye Sweet Carole review, learn why this gorgeously animated ode to Disney films of old is a massive gameplay trap.

Clint Morrison, Jr.·November 7, 2025
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In our review of Dispatch Episodes 3 & 4, learn why AdHoc's superhero adventure continues to impress, even if some narrative hurdles remain.

Keisuke Isobe·November 3, 2025
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In our Absolum review, learn why Dotemu's latest is a sublime beat-em-up wrapped up in a flawed roguelike package.

David Silbert·November 1, 2025
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In our PowerWash Simulator 2 review, learn whether FuturLab's much-anticipated sequel adds enough to stand out from its predecessor.

Gary Wilson·October 27, 2025
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In our Yooka-Replayee review, learn why this remake of 2017's Yooka-Laylee is a nice do-over that rectifies many of the original's errors.

Sam Martinelli·October 22, 2025
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