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Bloodroots Review

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

Gato Roboto coasts on a charming premise and competently familiar design.

Cosmic Star Heroine is a great combination of old school aesthetic sensibilities and new school design philosophies.

inbento is a simple and engaging puzzler that’s perfect for short sessions.

I admire Bleak Sword for its simplicity, but its punishment for dying keeps me from giving it a whole-hearted recommendation.

Unsighted’s time limiting mechanics make me feel for its characters in ways that pushes it towards the top tiers of greatness.

Guacamelee! is a fantastic change of pace for players who want to add some beat ’em up spice to their non-linear platforming.

Gun Crazy is structurally incoherent and a visual mess. I can’t recommend it at any price.

If I were to forget why non-linear platformers are my favorite videogames, I would only need to sit down with Xeodrifter.

Though its purported goal of representing real history is mostly a gimmick, Wulverblade is a solid and bloody beat ’em up.