Erik Hodges is a hobby writer and a professional gamer, at least if you asked him. He has been writing fiction for over 12 years and gaming practically since birth, so he knows exactly what to nitpick when dissecting a game's story. When he isn't reviewing games, he's probably playing them.
For fans of Lovecraft, Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is exactly what you want in a video game adaptation, one that is all about questions and the unfortunate, unfathomable answers that go with them.
Though it could use more guidance overall and its inclusion of a mascot-like monster feels out of place, Subliminal is an overall good horror title, with clever puzzles, a fun theme and setting, and an interesting inferred story.
SAMSON is an exciting and unique take on its genre, standing out from Grand Theft Auto or Saints Row and delivering a gritty experience inspired by crime-action dramas.
Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together has intricate cooking and recipe-creation mechanics, but it varies drastically from the first game, and is full of bugs, odd design choices, and an overall unfinished feeling that might keep returning fans away.
Hozy provides players with a short, relaxing, and expressive home renovation experience, giving you a cozy way to unwind at the end of a stressful day.
Speed Racer meets Tokyo Drift in Screamer, a high-octane racing game that delivers intuitive, arcade-style controls with a dramatic story filled with an incredible cast of racers.
Collector's Cove combines an exploration mechanic with a clever take on farming, fishing, and collection, creating a uniquely satisfying take on some of our favorite genre gameplay loops.