Review: Haiku, the Robot

Haiku doesn’t break any new ground for metroidvanias, but it treads a comfortable, satisfying path that I’m certainly glad I took.
Read moreHaiku doesn’t break any new ground for metroidvanias, but it treads a comfortable, satisfying path that I’m certainly glad I took.
Read moreI’m a big metroidvania fan to begin with, but SteamWorld Dig 2 has quickly become one of my favorites in the genre, with a sense of depth and freedom that few can match.
Read moreIf you want a dash of metroidvania with your mining, this charming, compact game will absolutely fit the bill.
Read moreWith solid gameplay, unique hooks, and a gorgeous presentation, I can definitely recommend Astalon to anyone needing a new cursed tower to explore.
Read moreIt may be flawed, but Usurper is ambitious and satisfying in the most important ways.
Read moreUltimately I’d say Dandara is worth a look if you want a very different kind of metroidvania, but don’t go in without knowing what you’re getting.
Read moreBetween intense action and clever exploration, Touhou Luna Nights offers a lot you don’t normally get from metroidvanias.
Read moreThe controls are tight, the action is engaging, and the absurd number of variations and unlocks you can get really extend the life of the experience.
Read moreMany games aspire to be the sort of dark, punishing platformer that this is, and almost all of them fall far short of the action and spectacle you’ll get here.
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