Sci-fi Vikings is an intriguing setting for a game. ‘The Fate of Baldr’ , by Ananki Game Studio, promises the fantastical adventures of a Viking but with a jetpack, which I’m on board with. The Fate of Baldr is a third-person tower defence game with traps, turrets and guns…lots of
As an enthusiast of survival games, I am excited to dive into “Lost in Tropics” from Lucas GameLabs. The Steam store page promises an ‘unforgettable survival adventure set in lush, unpredictable tropical landscapes’, so I was instantly drawn into the game’s captivating description and excited to see if it rings
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
Have you ever watched NCIS and wished you got to do cool things like Dr Donald “Ducky” Mallard and help solve criminal cases? Well, Team17 and Woodland Games have made your dream a reality. ‘Autopsy Simulator’ is a story-driven, mystery horror-sim hybrid that will leave tingles down your spine as
After playing The Talos Principle 2, by developer Croteam, and published by Devolver Digital, I was well and truly in love with the game. So much so it made it my game of the year for 2023, and after playing The Talos Principle 2 for 42 hours, I finally concluded
I love a good roguelike; I love a good deck-builder. What do you get when you put them together? Demon’s Mirror by Be-Rad Entertainment, published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. In the self-proclaimed mix of “Slay the Spire meets Puzzle Quest”, players must battle various monstrosities to escape the Demon’s Mirror.
Codemasters are back with a great Formula 1 inspired title, F1 24, and needless to say jumping into the driver’s seat in this year’s title was great as you got locked into the incredible updates that come with it. This year I’m going to focus more on the new additions
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
Serum is a new single-player, first-person survival game, created by Game Island and published by Toplitz Production. I got to play the closed test a few weeks ago for my first impression of the game and now with it coming to early access on Steam as of the 24th of
KIBORG is an upcoming fast-paced action game with rogue-like elements created and published by Sobaka Studio. KIBORG will place the player in the shoes of the character Morgan Lee as he fights on a prison planet set in a dark sci-fi setting, as you fight and progress Morgan can earn
As I embark on my journey into the expansive world of Ships at Sea, my anticipation reaches new heights as I eagerly anticipate experiencing “Misc Games” latest addition to their renowned collection of fishing game simulators. It seems that “Misc Games” has listened to the feedback from their dedicated fanbase,
“RollScape” is a solo-developer rogue-lite game created and published by Leonardo the Vinchy. It is a fun and unique roguelike puzzle game inspired by “Balatro” and “Roll”. If you’re looking for something fresh to play to unwind after work or school, this game is perfect for you. RollScape is a
Codemasters and Electronic Arts are back again for another year for all Formula One fans with F1 24. I am excited about this title from the digital preview event MKAU attended, but having a hands-on preview blew my mind. For someone who has been playing Formula One games for a
Jim’s Nightmare: Chapter 1 is a psychological horror pixel game that says you will go on a journey to uncover a mysterious shadowy figure hell-bent on killing you while battling a mental illness that blurs reality and nightmare. Developed by Pumpkiny Games and published by Sky Dean Games, you play
1000 bullets and one mullet. “Mullet Mad Jack”, brought to you by HAMMER95 and Epopeia Games, is a fast-paced, FPS single-player title that throws you directly into an old-school classic anime from the 90s. The year is 2090, man and the internet have merged into a new being, one that
Serum, an upcoming single-player, first-person survival game, created by Game Island and published by Toplitz Production, is yet to get a release date, but MKAU Gaming was invited to take part in a playtest version of the build, so we’ll be going through my initial thoughts on the development so
In the late 1980s and early 1990s when trips to the arcades were common, you’d often find me and my friends huddled around our favourite arcade cabinet. Spending hours duking it out for the coveted top spot on the leaderboard. Now thanks to the ‘Toaplan Arcade Shoot ‘Em Up Collection
Loading into ‘Indika’ and seeing the Unreal Engine title flash up, I know I am in for something special. Developer, Odd Meter, immediately sets the tone with a nod to the 1980s gaming era in the opening scene. It’s a nostalgic blast from the past, tapping into the current trend
From the award-winning developers that brought you ‘Ori and the Blind Forest’ and ‘Ori and the Will of the Wisps’, Moon Studios GmbH is back with what is sure to be a hit, ‘No Rest For The Wicked’ published by ‘Private Division’. Before we dive into the pleasure and pain
In 2020, the most cathartic game for haters of those eight-legged freaks of nature, SPIDERS! was released upon the world. ‘Kill It With Fire’ was a literal and metaphorical smash hit for gamers and those sneaky bastards. Four years later, the same development team, Casey Donnellan Games, and publishing team
Brought to you by Villainous Games Studio and NeonHive Games comes “Harvest Hunt”. This single-player, horror survival had my heart racing as I tried harvesting as much as I could before being caught by what lurks in the darkness and having the life scared out of this reviewer. Here is
Reigns: Beyond is a choose-your-own-adventure arcade game, developed by the English studio Nerial, published by Devolver Digital, and now available on Nintendo Switch, PC and as a mobile game. This indie title is a unique card game that requires swipe-based decision-making that could make or break the narrative. You wake
Loading into ‘Rauniot’ for the first time, players are greeted with a nostalgic nod to the past, as the game’s DOS coding and vintage computers bring a sense of retro charm. It’s akin to stepping into a time capsule, reminiscent of the golden days of gaming. Act Normal Games has
As I delve into ‘Ereban – Shadow Legacy’, the loading screen fades into a captivating display of the Ereban people’s lore, painting a vivid backdrop of the universe’s tumultuous history, shaped by the relentless power wars. Baby Robot Games masterfully sets the stage, immersing me in a steampunk-infused realm nestled
Once again, I find myself fighting robots, and after a whole day of playing, grinding, and having an absolute blast, it’s not surprising that Outpost: Infinity Siege is my game of the year. Developed by Team Ranger and Published by Lightning Games. Let’s dive right in. Outpost: Infinity Siege is
Published by Ultimate Games and developed by Terror Dog Studio, ‘Diamond Hands: To The Moon’ is a 2D, side-scrolling platform game where the aim is to jump your way to the moon. It was first released on PC and Mac back in 2021 and is now available on Nintendo Switch,
‘Pepper Grinder’ has finally arrived on Switch and PC after much anticipation on my part. I’m keen to finally drill down to the core of what makes Pepper Grinder such an addictive time. Devs, Arh Ech, and publisher Devolver Digital have brought out a treasure of a 2D side-scrolling platformer
Fighting robots in a never-ending war now that’s my type of game. Welcome to Outpost: Infinity Siege, developed by Team Ranger and published by Lightning Games. Let the slaughter begin. Outpost: Infinity Siege is based on humanity making the mistake of enabling robots to think, and then soon after being
Are you a fan of intriguing storylines, detective work and drinking beer? Active Fungus Studios brings all these together with their release of ‘Inspector Schmidt – A Bavarian Tale’. While you might not usually find me playing a game like this, it has broadened my perspective and had me constantly
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