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Prepare to embark on a magical journey of friendship, imagination, and song as the Kickstarter campaign for Echoes of the Unread, a brand new adventure for the NES, is now live. Developed by Clever Cat Games and published by Mega Cat Studios, Echoes of the Unread puts players in the shoes of Rhapsody, a young girl who, after falling asleep while studying in the library, awakens to a strange world where the books have come to life and her voice has the power to shape the world around her with song.

I love simulation games and so when I was asked if I wanted to review a game about packing stuff up and moving well, I thought why not. It should be a simple, cozy, zen-like game to play right? Right?! Here’s our review of Moving Houses for the Nintendo Switch. Its time for you to move. You really need to get out of this house. There’s a moving truck and boxes. So you grab a box, take it into your…

Nintendo of America today posted a trailer for an upcoming indie called Ruffy and the Riverside. The trailer is really good. Check it out and then come back here for our thoughts on the game. Ruffy and the Riverside looks really good. I love how the main character is paper-like but the surroundings are very three dimensional. The game looks like a cross between Paper Mario and Mario Odyssey. A platformer meeting that paper-like quality that we usually see in…

Capy’s Quest is an indie platformer that invites players into a whimsical world filled with capybaras, culinary chaos, and charming escapades. Developed by AVTOSERVICE GAMES, this title is now available on most platforms, offering a stress-free gaming experience (well sort of some levels cause stress) that's perfect for casual play.

Tales of Autumn is a farming sim that arrived on the Nintendo Switch recently. Is it any good? Here’s our review! Tales of Autumn starts with the main character coming into town to take over the local farm. From there, they’ll interact with people in the town and get to know them through dialogue and special events. Tales of Autumn’s story works a lot other farm sims, with characters coming to you to start special events or you happening upon…

Your House is an interactive, text-based mystery game that couples dynamic puzzles with vivid storytelling and delivers a video game experience pushing the limits of books and videogames alike. Your House by Patrones & Escondites, creators of critically acclaimed title Unmemory, is a 1990s-set prequel adventure. The game traces the story of Debbie, a troublesome teen, as she unravels the mysteries of an unknown mansion following an anonymous birthday postcard and key. The game is based on the groundbreaking idea…

Little Lighthouse of Horror isn’t your typical jump-scare horror game. Instead, it offers a slow burn, a creeping dread that seeps into your bones as you manage the dwindling resources of a lonely lighthouse keeper. Inspired by the Flannan Isles mystery, the game excels at creating a thick, oppressive atmosphere that clings to you long after you’ve closed the game. You play as Lawrence, a man tasked with maintaining the light in a remote lighthouse. The core gameplay loop revolves…

Sugardew Island is a cozy farm sim where you farm, run a shop and more. A release date was announced for the game today. Check out the trailer below. Sugardew Island will release on March 7th for digital on Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox, and STEAM. It’ll come out for physical for Switch and PS5 on March 14th. In this game you own a farm shop, care for animals, grow crops, make friends and date locals, and more. Bes of all,…

If you like old school NES/SNES Japanese rpgs (jrpgs) and “dice throwing” rpgs than we may have a game for you. Here’s our review of Sugoro Quest: Dice Heroes for the Nintendo Switch. Sugoro Quest: Dice Heroes is a jrpg that’s come to the West for the first time. The story is random for each playthrough but it always starts off with a visit to the King and then choosing which hero: a fighter, dwarf, elf, etc that you want…

Cube Snake takes the familiar concept of the classic “Snake” game and throws it into a vibrant, 3D environment. The result is a surprisingly addictive and surprisingly challenging experience. What Works: The 3D Twist: Navigating the cubic world adds a layer of spatial reasoning that sets it apart from traditional Snake games. You’re not just moving left and right; you’re maneuvering around corners and across different planes, keeping track of your snake’s position in three dimensions. Visually Appealing: The game…