Since the launch of the PlayStation 5, I’ve felt a giant shoot-em-up-sized hole growing in my library of games. Itching to see a shoot-em-up that looks, feels, and plays like a truly next-gen game. Thankfully, the developers at Keelworks have risen to the challenge to give us their debut title
I have to say, ‘Stolen Hearts: Wolf Knight’ by the solo developer, Mr.Moo, of Mr. Moo Games, has created one of the most endearing and whimsical platformers I have played in 2024, thus far. The premise is quite simple. You are a knight and you protect the little village of
Have you ever seen someone get caught while trying to obtain a five-finger discount and thought, “I would have gotten away with it.”? Well, thanks to CookieDev, Ultimate Games S.A. and PlayWay, you can join them from the comfort of your couch, and without real-world consequences, because Thief Simulator 2
Where horror and anomalies come to meet in an incredible tale of Ooo spooky ghost… welcome to Shift 87, which was Developed by Pixelsplit and Published by Daedalic Entertainment. Now, let’s dive right into the Simulation. Shift 87 is a horror simulator that unfolds across three locations, each in an
Not knowing what to expect, I loaded up ‘Road Punk Mayhem’ by Panda Indie Studio and Eastasiasoft Limited. Straight away, I was transported back to my teenage years in the ’90s, a time when top-down shoot-em-ups ruled the arcade and punk rock was pouring out of America. Back then, I
Have you ever wanted to dive into a tactical kung-fu fighting game? Well then, I welcome you to Forestrike. This game has a retro pixel style with great foreground and distant terrain detail, which fits nicely into the side-on-view. You embark on a journey playing as Yu, a martial artist,
This, by far, will be the weirdest review I will ever write in terms of having more negatives about a game than positives, yet somehow, Hot Blood is not only fun but addictive. Developed and published by Eastasiasoft and Deklazon, they have managed to deliver a game that is so
Few things scare me more than abandoned amusement parks. They’re typically filled with the things that do. Clowns, inanimate objects jumping out at me unexpectedly and, worst of all, children. Reveil, a psychological first-person horror game developed by Pixelsplit and published by Daedelic Entertainment, has all of the above, making
12 years ago, I started a job that required shift work. The long hours were brutal during the quiet periods and were even worse at night. To keep my mind active and alert I would do tasks or play games that would stimulate it. Services such as Game Pass didn’t
Do you like vibrant colours, ninjas and importantly doughnuts? Well, I have the game for you! Developed by Dummy Dojo and published by Abylight Studi, Ninja Chowdown: Glaze of Glory is a quirky arcade-like game. The bosses at MKAU Gaming graciously handed me the controls to this vibrant title, and
It is time once more to crush the Cult of Astaroth, blow her hellspawn into glorious gibs, and return them from whence they came. Bloodhound, developed and published by Kruger and Flint Productions, has made its way to PS5, and needless to say, it’s a total blast. This retro-styled boomer
Microbird Games and Curve Games have created a great mixture of adventure RPG games with a splash of dungeon crawling in the beautiful Austrian Alps in a township called Hinterberg which has become a tourist hotspot for the new supernatural happenings. This title is called Dungeons of Hinterberg and you
Jewel Match Atlantis Solitaire – Collector’s Edition, developed by Suricate Software has landed on the Nintendo Switch. Published by Ocean Media, Jewel Match Atlantis Solitaire – Collector’s Edition is a casual puzzle game any solitaire enthusiast will enjoy. Jewel Match Atlantis Solitaire – Collector’s Edition is a delight to play.
‘DEATHWATCHERS’, a unique blend of horror and spot-the-difference, offers a truly terrifying and disorienting experience. Developed and published by SWAIN GAMES, this game is a must-try for horror enthusiasts. Let’s delve into the spine-chilling world of DeathWatchers. DeathWatchers unfolds in a psychological horror world where you, as a player, are
Developer, Byterunners, and publisher, Movie Games S.A. released Drug Dealer Simulator on the 17th of April 2020 and was positively received, even with its foibles. Based on American-style visuals and audio settings, it allowed you to grow your drug empire without the consequences of real-life problems such as rivals and
Back on the 2nd of June, I told you about Anger Foot, the latest game developed by Free Lives and published by Devolver Digital. When writing about it in the preview format, I was excited at how exceptionally polished everything was, and I couldn’t stop raving about it. Being hyper-excited
Come with me on this exciting adventure in the magical land of Blade Prince Academy, developed by Angel Corp and Published by Firesquid. Now, please sit back and relax while I tell you a story. This story begins with a group of students raised to be killers and attending the
I love a good tale, one that twists and turns and leads you down a tunnel of mystery. ‘Echo Generation: Midnight Edition’ developed by Cococumber does just that. Being the newest edition of their 2021 released game including upgraded graphics, new features, and refined mechanics, we dive into the shoes
Here we are eight months later, with the full release of ‘Phantom Fury’, brought to us by developer Slipgate Ironworks and publisher 3D Realms. When I previewed the title, it was a singular mission of action and not much else. You can read the full preview here on the MKAU
‘Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021’, a simulator game developed by Play2Chill S.A, produced by PlayWay S.A and Play2Chill S.A. In this game, you are tasked with running a mechanic shop that specializes in motorcycles. You are given jobs to complete replacing broken parts or enhancing the performance of a bike. Earn
From indie game studio, Tiny Roar, comes the cozy exploration adventure game with roguelike characteristics, Into the Emberlands. Published by Daedalic Entertainment, Into the Emberlands is available on Steam in its Early Access stage. Into the Emberlands is set in a world threatened by a darkness known as the Miasma.
Welcome to ‘Night Of The Dead’, where base building, zombie defenses, foraging and exploring are the main course. Developed and published by Jackto Studios, let’s dive in and survive the onslaught! In Night Of The Dead, you play a crucial role. You wake up from a deep sleep in a
I love Terra Nil, free game updates, and animals. What do you get when you put those together? The first free major Terra Nil update, Vita Nova. Terra Nil, by Free Lives, published by Devolver Digital, was already a stunning “reverse-city builder,” but now, with more focus on creature comforts.
Wield magical dice and build a team of powerful Chimeras to stop a mysterious evil in this tactical roguelike adventure. As a Chimera Summoner, recruit and create your perfect team of mythical beasts and command them to victory using unique dice mechanics. Created by LEAP Game Studios and Tiny Ghoul
After a highly successful Kickstarter campaign run by women-owned game studio Astral Clocktower Studios, comes Kristala, a dark fantasy, action RPG, where you protect the world of Ailur from mutated creatures hell-bent on destroying it. Kristala has been released into early access on Steam with the full release on all
I’m in shock. ‘Downward’ the enhanced edition had no business being as addictive as it was. Just a typical first-person, parkour adventure title, developed by Caracal Games, this game was more than meets the eye as it thrusts you into a world turned upside down…wards. The year is 1000 A.D.,
Scholar’s Mate, developed and published by JanduSoft, is a game that fits into the horror escape room genre, and it has left me with mixed emotions that I am still working through. It puts you in control of Judith as she is brought to a creepy, run-down, and seemingly vacant
This week, I was lucky enough to get an early look into the upcoming title from solo developer and publisher Walter Woods, ‘Dark and Deep’. I’ve been left feeling a little bit like Alice making her way deeper into the rabbit hole, only to discover my worst nightmares. A conspiracy
‘The saga continues…’ that is what the trailer boasts as we return to the weird and wacky pixelated world of ‘Wizordum’. Releasing soon, ‘Wizordum: Episode 2’ developed by Emberheart Games is in MKAU’s hot little fireball-filled hands. Mages, Sorceresses and Wizards alike read below for our first impressions and previews
Regular readers will remember when I last reviewed a game developed by Free Lives and published by Devolver Digital – it wasn’t that great. I did reference other works done by these teams, one of which was the upcoming Anger Foot. I was very excited to get my hands on
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