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With its pastel-colored chaos and side-scrolling precision, Candy Rangers feels like a sugar rush from another era. Developed by Mechano and published by JanduSoft, it’s a game that mixes old-school arcade sensibilities with modern design polish. What looks like a cute, candy-coated shooter at first quickly reveals itself to be a tightly designed, score-driven experience where timing and mastery matter as much as color and charm. Continue reading “Candy Rangers review (PS5)”

On PC and Nintendo Switch, Hades II cements itself as both a worthy successor and a bold evolution of Supergiant Games’ breakout roguelike. Where the first game was already praised for its clever fusion of fast-paced action and mythological storytelling, the sequel expands its scope, both narratively and mechanically, while retaining the sharp design and polish that made Hades a phenomenon. The result is a game that feels instantly familiar yet constantly surprising, with new layers of depth that invite repeat runs without ever slipping into repetition. Continue reading “Hades II review (PC/Switch)”

Sonic and racing go hand in hand, but Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds feels like SEGA’s boldest attempt yet to give the franchise its own karting identity. Released on PlayStation 5 and developed by Sonic Team, the game pushes the series into a more experimental direction with its CrossWorlds mechanic, letting players warp mid-race into alternate dimensions that change the flow of each track. It’s a concept that gives the races a chaotic and unpredictable edge, setting it apart from the more established but safer offerings from rivals like Mario Kart. Continue reading “Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds review (PS5)”

There’s a certain charm in seeing a small studio swing for the fences, and Heroes of Mount Dragon is one of those ambitious throws. Developed by RuniQ and published by indie.io, the game promises dragon-infused heroes, wild curses, and co-op chaos. On PS5, it mostly succeeds at delivering a colorful, action-packed beat ’em up, though some rough edges and content limitations hold it back from soaring. Continue reading “Heroes of Mount Dragon review (PS5)”