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Gunbrella Review

Gunbrella leaves me feeling listless, bereft, and bored.

Come at Boltgun looking to enjoy its graphics, its theming, or the Boltgun, and you will have a memorable experience.

Dimension Shellshock is a fun addition to a fantastic videogame if you can accept the grind.

Venba’s puzzling recipes are nice, but the real reason to play is its heartfelt and sometimes devastating narrative.

Ravenlok is a wonderland devoid of wonder.

Double Dragon Gaiden works simultaneously as a celebration of the series and as an entry point to beat ’em ups.

Disney Illusion Island doesn’t quite grasp the non-linear platforming spirit, but is still a grand time for players of any age.

The best reason to play 80’s Overdrive is to see its adoring recreation of Out Run’s visual style in high-definition pixel art graphics.

Trine’s dated physics engine makes it feel unique and memorable.

I give Bloodroots high marks for its narrative and ludic cohesion, bevy of improvised weapons, and slick visual style.