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Author: Matthew H. Mason

Poosh XL review: a thrilling race for survival

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This perfectly pitched one-button game will have you endlessly coming back for more.

Matthew H. Mason 12 May 2023 Reviews

Kraino Origins review: a homage of a homage

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The similarities to Shovel Knight are undeniable, but this old-school platformer is enjoyable nonetheless

Matthew H. Mason 10 May 2023 Reviews

Tents and Trees review: perfect bedtime puzzling

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Now on Switch, this puzzler from Frozax Games is an ideal way to unwind.

Matthew H. Mason 17 April 2023 Reviews

Ninja JaJaMaru review extravaganza: a look at the new collections from ININ Games

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Seven classic Ninja JaJaMaru games from the 1980s and 1990s have been re-issued, along with a brand new title.

Matthew H. Mason 27 March 2023 Reviews

Clive ‘N’ Wrench review: a throwback to the glory days of 3D platformers

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Think Banjo-Kazooie, but with time travel.

Matthew H. Mason 10 March 2023 Reviews

Chained Echoes review: a deeply charming take on classic JRPGs

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A love letter to the turn-based battles of yore.

Matthew H. Mason 13 February 2023 Reviews

Onion Assault review: beast-mode mama

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Bertil Hörberg offers a wildly imaginative take on Super Mario Bros. 2.

Matthew H. Mason 1 February 2023 Reviews

Lil Gator Game review: will make you smile from start to finish

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At the very end of the year, Matt finds his favourite game of 2022.

Matthew H. Mason 19 January 2023 Reviews

Dorfromantik review: a game of epiphanies

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Creative completionism.

Matthew H. Mason 16 December 2022 Reviews

Blossom Tales II: The Minotaur Prince review: more of the wonderful same

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Finally we’re treated to second helpings of this charming Zelda homage.

Matthew H. Mason 15 December 2022 Reviews

Gerda: A Flame in Winter review: a fascinating morality tale from the Second World War

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For a health worker in German-occupied Denmark, doing the right thing isn’t as simple as it might seem.

Matthew H. Mason 27 September 2022 Reviews

Souldiers review: a beautiful mix of Metroidvania and Dark Souls

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Punishingly hard but eminently satisfying.

Matthew H. Mason 22 August 2022 Reviews

Avenging Spirit review: possession-based platformer finally resurrected

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Jaleco’s 1991 arcade game gets a long-awaited re-release.

Matthew H. Mason 15 August 2022 Reviews

Final Vendetta review: beat ’em up homage with a few new tricks of its own

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Because Streets of Final Double Dragon Rage Fight would be too long a name.

Matthew H. Mason 8 August 2022 Reviews

Wonder Boy Collection review: solid games but sparse extras

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A no-frills reissue of some classic platformers.

Matthew H. Mason 5 July 2022 Reviews

Grapple Dog review: a nail-bitingly brilliant platformer

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Twitch-perfect controls and a sublime learning curve result in a game that’s consistently fun yet challenging.

Matthew H. Mason 27 June 2022 Reviews

Ocean’s Heart review: a lovable Zelda-like

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Ocean’s Heart borrows liberally from the Zelda playbook, but with some varied locales and fun swashbuckling gameplay.

Matthew H. Mason 8 June 2022 Reviews

Gibbon: Beyond the Trees review: thrilling brachiation

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Swinging through the trees is a sheer joy, and a wonderful way to highlight the game’s environmental message.

Matthew H. Mason 16 May 2022 Reviews

Loop Hero review: the perfect game for bite-sized sessions

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Let’s go round again. And again. And again.

Matthew H. Mason 24 January 2022 Reviews

Omno review: let’s explore

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Have staff, will travel.

Matthew H. Mason 10 January 2022 Reviews

Death’s Door review: dazzling and delightfully weird

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Featuring a cuter than average Grim Reaper.

Matthew H. Mason 16 December 2021 Reviews

Clockwork Aquario review: Westone’s cancelled 1990s arcade game finally gets a chance to shine

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It’s been a long time coming.

Matthew H. Mason 6 December 2021 Reviews

Root review: the board game retains its brilliance in the switch to digital

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It’s all getting a bit political down in the woods.

Matthew H. Mason 26 November 2021 Reviews

A Juggler’s Tale review: poignant puppeteering

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The magic of the stage.

Matthew H. Mason 29 September 2021 Reviews

Art of Rally review: meditative, minimalistic racing

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A racing game that appeals to petrolheads and pedestrianheads alike.

Matthew H. Mason 8 September 2021 Reviews

Arietta of Spirits review: a familiar yet comforting RPG

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Pleasant forest pottering.

Matthew H. Mason 26 August 2021 Reviews

Haven Park review: wholesome exploration

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I’m liking this hiking.

Matthew H. Mason 16 August 2021 Reviews

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX review: vibrant, unkind, wonderful

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No hand holding.

Matthew H. Mason 4 July 2021 Reviews

Tiny Lands review: serene spot the difference

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Tiny Lands is the video game equivalent of sitting at your dining room table on a lazy Sunday […]

Matthew H. Mason 14 June 2021 Reviews

Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World review: welcome return of a 16-bit classic

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This proto-Metroidvania still holds up.

Matthew H. Mason 1 June 2021 Reviews

Before I Forget review: an empathetic exploration of dementia

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Never gonna give you up.

Matthew H. Mason 20 May 2021 Reviews

Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield review: or how to look cool and have fun while doing it

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Gotta go fast.

Matthew H. Mason 19 May 2021 Reviews

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