Between Blow It Up, Chibi Ninja Shino-kun Treasure of Demon Tower and the PS5 version of Chornobyl Liquidators, we’re gathering up three very different games in today’s release roundup. Continue reading “Release roundup: Blow It Up, Chibi Ninja Shino-kun Treasure of Demon Tower & Chornobyl Liquidators”
Category: Indie
The Backrooms 1998 – Found Footage Survival Horror Game review (PS5)
The Backrooms 1998 – Found Footage Survival Horror Game brings the unsettling internet myth of the Backrooms to life through a found-footage lens, creating an oppressive and terrifying experience. Developed by Steelkrill Studio and now released on PlayStation 5 by Feardemic, this indie horror title leans heavily on atmospheric dread, sound design, and psychological tension to keep players on edge. With its use of microphone input and a strong emphasis on stealth mechanics, the game succeeds in delivering heart-pounding moments, but its design choices may not be for everyone. Continue reading “The Backrooms 1998 – Found Footage Survival Horror Game review (PS5)”
Recall: Empty Wishes review (PS5)
Recall: Empty Wishes brings a blend of psychological mystery and supernatural elements, weaving an emotional narrative centered around loss, memories, and the echoes of the past. Set against the backdrop of Taiwanese student life in the 2010s, the game follows Yonny and her friend Phoebe as they unravel the mystery behind Tommy Lin’s disappearance. Their journey takes them into a surreal realm where they relive the memories of key figures who are all somehow linked to Tommy’s fate, uncovering secrets and desires that paint a tragic, yet compelling, picture of his story. The game’s non-linear storytelling allows players to piece together events from different perspectives, though the execution can sometimes feel uneven. We checked it out on a PlayStation 5. Continue reading “Recall: Empty Wishes review (PS5)”
VR roundup: Ancient Dungeon VR, Ashen Arrows & Balls to the Wall
It’s been a while since we did a VR roundup, but with the recent PSVR2 release Ancient Dungeon VR, the Quest release of Ashen Arrows and the upcoming launch of Balls to the Wall, it’s high time we did it again. Read on to find out more. Continue reading “VR roundup: Ancient Dungeon VR, Ashen Arrows & Balls to the Wall”
Urban Myth Dissolution Center review (PS5)
Urban Myth Dissolution Center, developed by Hakababunko and published by SHUEISHA GAMES, brings an investigative adventure to the PlayStation 5, blending mystery with urban legends in a unique, pixel-art-driven experience. The game follows Azami Fukurai, a student with latent psychic abilities, as she takes on supernatural cases under the guidance of Ayumu Meguriya, the enigmatic director of the Urban Myth Dissolution Center. Each case unravels across an episodic structure, blending investigative work with online sleuthing to explore the blurred lines between myth and reality in an engaging and original manner. Continue reading “Urban Myth Dissolution Center review (PS5)”
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