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GreedFall: The Dying World is an Old School ARPG with Some Rough Edges
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GreedFall: The Dying World is an Old School ARPG with Some Rough Edges

GreedFall: The Dying World is an interesting old school ARPG, similar to Dragon Age: Origins, but be wary of its rough edges.

by Sri Kandula•March 10, 2026March 10, 2026•Posted inFirst Impressions
Everything We Played at Gamescom 2025
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Everything We Played at Gamescom 2025

This year, the Respawn Station attended our first Gamescom, including Opening Night Live. It was admittedly … Everything We Played at Gamescom 2025Read more

by Respawn Station•August 29, 2025September 2, 2025•Posted inFirst Impressions, News
Endless Legend 2 Makes Waves in 4X Strategy
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Endless Legend 2 Makes Waves in 4X Strategy

From its innovative built-in story that draws you in and dungeon battles, there is so much to explore in Endless Legend 2.

by Respawn Station•August 13, 2025August 28, 2025•Posted inFirst Impressions
Slopecrashers Offers Up Snowboarding Fun with Friends
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Slopecrashers Offers Up Snowboarding Fun with Friends

Slopecrashers is a game that immediately stood out to me as a fan of arcadey extreme … Slopecrashers Offers Up Snowboarding Fun with FriendsRead more

by Nick Sivak•January 2, 2025January 24, 2025•Posted inFirst Impressions
SINce Memories: Off The Starry Sky is Well Produced but Poorly Paced
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SINce Memories: Off The Starry Sky is Well Produced but Poorly Paced

The Memories Off series from MAGES is back with SINce Memories: Off The Starry Sky. This … SINce Memories: Off The Starry Sky is Well Produced but Poorly PacedRead more

by Sri Kandula•November 7, 2024November 11, 2024•Posted inFirst Impressions
Become a Movie Magnate in Blockbuster Inc
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Become a Movie Magnate in Blockbuster Inc

Blockbuster Inc is a newly released simulation game all about managing and operating your own movie … Become a Movie Magnate in Blockbuster IncRead more

by Nick Sivak•June 20, 2024July 18, 2024•Posted inFirst Impressions
Terra Memoria is a Stress-Free Turn-Based RPG
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Terra Memoria is a Stress-Free Turn-Based RPG

Recently, I had the opportunity to spend some time with Terra Memoria,  a new turn-based RPG … Terra Memoria is a Stress-Free Turn-Based RPGRead more

by Nick Sivak•May 20, 2024May 21, 2024•Posted inFirst Impressions
Identify Cognitive Distortions as an Immortal Vampire Therapist in New Visual Novel
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Identify Cognitive Distortions as an Immortal Vampire Therapist in New Visual Novel

Ever since Vampire Therapist was first revealed back in January of this year, I have had … Identify Cognitive Distortions as an Immortal Vampire Therapist in New Visual NovelRead more

by Sri Kandula•May 9, 2024May 9, 2024•Posted inFirst Impressions
Rauniot is an Atmospheric Trek Through the Finnish Wasteland
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Rauniot is an Atmospheric Trek Through the Finnish Wasteland

Got the wasteland itch? Rauniot, an isometric point-and-click adventure game set in an apocalyptic Finland is … Rauniot is an Atmospheric Trek Through the Finnish WastelandRead more

by Nick Sivak•April 19, 2024April 23, 2024•Posted inFirst Impressions
Helskate Demo is a Wicked Blend of Tony Hawk and Hades
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Helskate Demo is a Wicked Blend of Tony Hawk and Hades

For yours truly, the Tony Hawk video game series is one of the most fun series … Helskate Demo is a Wicked Blend of Tony Hawk and HadesRead more

by Nick Sivak•February 2, 2024February 8, 2024•Posted inFirst Impressions
Gods of the Twilight Early Access Review | Promising Beginning
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Gods of the Twilight Early Access Review | Promising Beginning

Visual novels get a bad rap in the games industry. Often seen as the middle ground … Gods of the Twilight Early Access Review | Promising BeginningRead more

by Sri Kandula•November 14, 2023November 24, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions, Reviews
Alaskan Road Truckers is an Unexpectedly Fun Survival Sim
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Alaskan Road Truckers is an Unexpectedly Fun Survival Sim

I stare out at the desolate Alaskan wilderness as the sun comes up over the frost-covered … Alaskan Road Truckers is an Unexpectedly Fun Survival SimRead more

by Graham Alabdulla•September 15, 2023September 15, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Blood West is a Brutal and Atmospheric Shooter
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Blood West is a Brutal and Atmospheric Shooter

Over the last few years, there have been a fair few “____ West” games trying to … Blood West is a Brutal and Atmospheric ShooterRead more

by Sri Kandula•August 15, 2023August 29, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Alterium Shift is a Faithful Retro RPG
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Alterium Shift is a Faithful Retro RPG

Your Move

by Sri Kandula•August 8, 2023September 18, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Demo for First-Person Roguelike Battle Shapers is Available Now
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Demo for First-Person Roguelike Battle Shapers is Available Now

Again and Again

by Sri Kandula•June 17, 2023March 8, 2026•Posted inFirst Impressions
Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is Yet Another Great Strategy RPG From MiMiMi
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Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is Yet Another Great Strategy RPG From MiMiMi

All Aboard

by Sri Kandula•June 15, 2023July 15, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Unholy Demo Teases an Intense Ride Through Hell
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Unholy Demo Teases an Intense Ride Through Hell

Pray for Me

by Sri Kandula•June 9, 2023July 16, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Jected: Rivals is a Fun Mix of Riders Republic and Fall Guys
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Jected: Rivals is a Fun Mix of Riders Republic and Fall Guys

I Believe I Can Fly

by Sri Kandula•May 24, 2023July 16, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
SpaceBourne 2 is a Sci-Fi Epic with Lots of Promise
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SpaceBourne 2 is a Sci-Fi Epic with Lots of Promise

To Early Access and Beyond

by Sri Kandula•May 17, 2023July 16, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
V-Hunter Puzzler DX is a Simple but Challenging Turn-Based Strategy Game
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V-Hunter Puzzler DX is a Simple but Challenging Turn-Based Strategy Game

Vampires Suck

by Sri Kandula•April 30, 2023July 16, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Clash: Artifacts of Chaos is a Bizzare Souls-like Adventure
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Clash: Artifacts of Chaos is a Bizzare Souls-like Adventure

Fight!

by Sri Kandula•April 1, 2023March 8, 2026•Posted inFirst Impressions
Avatar Generations is a Turn-Based RPG that Lacks Balance
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Avatar Generations is a Turn-Based RPG that Lacks Balance

Yip Yip and Away…

by Alexa Stilley•January 31, 2023February 3, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Impaler is a Short Retro Shooter Full of Action and Pixelated Gore
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Impaler is a Short Retro Shooter Full of Action and Pixelated Gore

Impaler is an indie roguelike FPS shooter that takes heavy inspiration from old-school arcade games like … Impaler is a Short Retro Shooter Full of Action and Pixelated GoreRead more

by Graham Alabdulla•January 6, 2023January 17, 2023•Posted inFirst Impressions
Beacon Pines is a Small Town with a Lot of Heart
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Beacon Pines is a Small Town with a Lot of Heart

I haven’t played many visual novel RPGs, but so far I’ve enjoyed all that I have … Beacon Pines is a Small Town with a Lot of HeartRead more

by Alexa Stilley•September 21, 2022September 22, 2022•Posted inFirst Impressions

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