Category: Games

Few games arrive with such obvious emotional intent as My Little Puppy, yet what initially looks like a straightforward pet-loss story quickly reveals itself to be something more thoughtful. Developed by Dreamotion and published by Dreamotion and KRAFTON, the game follows Bong-gu, a Welsh Corgi who leaves dog heaven after catching the scent of his beloved owner. The premise is undeniably sentimental, but it rarely feels manipulative. Instead of dwelling exclusively on grief, the narrative focuses on devotion, companionship and the hope of reunion, creating a journey that feels surprisingly uplifting despite its melancholy foundations. Along the way, the game explores not only the bond between people and their pets, but also broader themes surrounding abandonment, responsibility and loss. Continue reading “My Little Puppy review (PS5)”

River City Saga: Journey to the West takes one of China’s most famous literary adventures and filters it through the chaotic lens of the Kunio universe, creating a premise that sounds ridiculous on paper but proves surprisingly effective in practice. Rather than attempting a faithful retelling, the game casts familiar River City characters in the roles of Sun Wukong and his companions, leaning heavily into comedy, exaggerated personalities, and playful reinterpretations of the source material. The result is a story that remains entertaining even for players who aren’t deeply familiar with either Journey to the West or the broader River City cast, although longtime fans will undoubtedly appreciate many of the recurring characters and references more than newcomers. Continue reading “River City Saga: Journey to the West review (PS5)”

Kabuto Park takes a wonderfully simple childhood pastime and turns it into a compact creature-collecting adventure that feels tailor-made for a lazy summer afternoon. Players follow Hana through a month-long bug-catching competition where collecting insects, improving a team and challenging fellow enthusiasts gradually builds towards a championship showdown. The premise is deliberately low stakes, and that proves to be one of the game’s greatest strengths. Rather than chasing epic storytelling, Kabuto Park captures the carefree feeling of childhood friendships and long summer days spent outdoors, although its lightweight narrative and brief conversations mean that character development remains fairly limited. Continue reading “Kabuto Park review (Switch)”

There is something refreshing about a VR game that understands exactly what it wants to be. Compass doesn’t chase spectacle, combat-heavy set pieces, or endless progression systems. Instead, Trebuchet has built a gentle exploration adventure that places the simple act of flying at the center of the experience. Set in a world of floating islands, drifting ruins, and a wandering caravan escorting a mysterious egg across the skies, the narrative provides enough motivation to keep moving forward without ever overshadowing the real attraction: the joy of discovery itself. The story and worldbuilding are charming, if somewhat understated, and occasionally hint at a larger mythology than the game ultimately develops. Continue reading “Compass review (Quest)”