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[Steam Next Fest] Hands-On: “Armatus” promises a darkened, kinetic shooter experience for the roguelite landscape

by David Rodriguez | Nintendo Switch 2 PC PlayStation 5 Previews Steam Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 20 Feb 2026

We’re not particularly starving for roguelites. Now a favorite of indie developers the world over for around a decade, it takes a lot for a new one to stand out among the crowd in gameplay, but also in art style. The ones I usually play tend to be on the brighter, sillier side with levity or at least a sense of humor to balance out the drama a la both Hades games. Armatus dares to be a little different with a dark, apocalyptic take for the setting while retaining a gameplay loop that makes genre fans ravenous.

REVIEW – “Love Eternal” is a weird horror platformer with an enthralling narrative

by Myles Obenza | PC Reviews Steam Xbox One Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 19 Feb 2026

It’s not every day a game has such a profound emotional effect on me, and even less so with pixel art platformers. But Love Eternal is one of the weirdest games I’ve ever played, and in all the most complimentary ways.

REVIEW – “Under the Island” is a fun, cozy take on Zelda’s 2D formula

by Chris Selogy | Nintendo Switch PC PlayStation 4 PlayStation 5 Reviews Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 16 Feb 2026

Under the Island is presented as a cozy version of that style of action adventure game, which doesn’t really result in the sort of game that comes to mind as a cozy game. It’s more like a Zelda game that isn’t super aggressive to challenge your skills and has a lot of variety to its dungeons to subvert your expectations.

FINAL PREVIEW – “Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection” could potentially break Persona 3-like ground as a spinoff

by Danreb Victorio | Nintendo Switch 2 PC PlayStation 5 Previews Steam Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 12 Feb 2026

After playing Monster Hunter Stories 3 for over 10 hours, the potential for this turn-based spinoff to reach greater heights is definitely there. Monsties, anyone?

REVIEW – “ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard” utilizes a broad palette of iridescent creativity to make a bold puzzle platformer

by David Rodriguez | Nintendo Switch 2 PlayStation 5 Reviews Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 12 Feb 2026

It’s hard not to recommend ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard. The puzzles are satisfying, I felt immense satisfaction working within (and out of) its boundaries, and now I feel like I could apply to be in Mensa. The places it goes, literally and figuratively, are things I haven’t seen done in a game like this before. I’d hate to spoil any of the key moments so I won’t, suffice to say they all work incredibly well, from the easter egg references to other games and media, to things from Pixel Maniacs’ own creative minds.

[Steam Next Fest] Hands-On: I had to hold myself back from playing too much “Fallen Tear: The Ascension”

by Danreb Victorio | Nintendo Switch PC PlayStation 4 PlayStation 5 Previews Steam Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 12 Feb 2026

I first saw Fallen Tear: The Ascencion after I received a press release promoting a trailer for the game. When I found out it was being developed by a studio in the Philippines, it had my full attention. My roots are important to me.

REVIEW – “Escape From Ever After” is the Paper Mario We’ve Needed for Years!

by Michael Fertitta | Console Nintendo Switch PC Platforms PlayStation 5 Reviews Steam Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 11 Feb 2026

In 2000, Nintendo released the original Paper Mario, an instant hit for RPG and Nintendo fans alike. While recent entries have left many fans disappointed, its legacy has spawned several titles from indie devs that have attempted, and generally succeeded,…

REVIEW – “Romeo is a Dead Man” is an action-packed bumpy ride

by Michael Murphy | PC PlayStation 5 Reviews Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 10 Feb 2026

Romeo is a Dead Man is a great action title with some bloody combat, but it’s a bit too messy in its delivery.

REVIEW – “Highguard” is fun, frenetic, and deserves a fair shot from genre fans

by David Rodriguez | PC PlayStation 5 Reviews Steam Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 06 Feb 2026

There is absolutely fun to be had and I’ve been solo queuing this whole time so far. Finding good loot is exhilarating, strategizing on the spot during a raid is demanding yet rewarding (if you win anyway), and the plethora of content on the horizon is enticing. I may be biased toward this sort of game, but it’s only going to win me over with solid gameplay, compelling design, and respect for the player. Highguard has all of that so far.

REVIEW – Despite divisive changes on a divisive classic, “Dragon Quest VII Reimagined” is a fascinating modern take

by Leigh Lamb | Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch 2 PC PlayStation 5 Reviews Steam Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 02 Feb 2026

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a fascinating game to review because it takes modern sensibilities that players have come to expect and applies them to the most divisive entry in the series. I do think the game loses something in…

DLC REVIEW – “Dynasty Warriors: Origins – Visions of Four Heroes” doesn’t change much, but that’s great

by Michael Murphy | Nintendo Switch 2 PC PlayStation 5 Reviews Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 30 Jan 2026

While not too much content, Dynasty Warriors: Origins – Visions of Four Heroes is still just as good as the original, keeping the fun of the Musou gameplay and story.

REVIEW – “Cairn” is another fantastic ‘You actually like this?’ simulator

by Danreb Victorio | PC PlayStation 5 Reviews Xbox Series X | 0 Comments | 29 Jan 2026

Every time I got to a base on the mountain where I could walk a little and set up camp, I’d take a look back at the distance and remember what it took to get up there. The fact that a video game can make me think all that really makes it special.

Category: Xbox Series X

[Steam Next Fest] Hands-On: “Armatus” promises a darkened, kinetic shooter experience for the roguelite landscape

REVIEW – “Love Eternal” is a weird horror platformer with an enthralling narrative

REVIEW – “Under the Island” is a fun, cozy take on Zelda’s 2D formula

FINAL PREVIEW – “Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection” could potentially break Persona 3-like ground as a spinoff

REVIEW – “ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard” utilizes a broad palette of iridescent creativity to make a bold puzzle platformer

[Steam Next Fest] Hands-On: I had to hold myself back from playing too much “Fallen Tear: The Ascension”

REVIEW – “Escape From Ever After” is the Paper Mario We’ve Needed for Years!

REVIEW – “Romeo is a Dead Man” is an action-packed bumpy ride

REVIEW – “Highguard” is fun, frenetic, and deserves a fair shot from genre fans

REVIEW – Despite divisive changes on a divisive classic, “Dragon Quest VII Reimagined” is a fascinating modern take

DLC REVIEW – “Dynasty Warriors: Origins – Visions of Four Heroes” doesn’t change much, but that’s great

REVIEW – “Cairn” is another fantastic ‘You actually like this?’ simulator

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