NODE First Impressions: Clever, But Not a 32:9 Showcase
I played NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii, a clever 2.5D puzzle platformer with ultrawide support. It works as a puzzle game, but not as a 32:9 showcase.
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Noir Mafia Simulator: 1960s American Crime Impressions | Early Access Launch Comes Too Soon
I tested Noir Mafia Simulator: 1960s American Crime ahead of its Early Access launch, and while there is something here, it feels far too undercooked in its current state. The heist concept has some promise, but clunky movement, unclear objectives, and weak combat feedback hold it back for now.
Crimson Capes launch-day impressions: brutal timing-based combat and beautiful artwork
Crimson Capes is live today — early impressions from a short hands-on session Crimson Capes hits Steam today (February 12, 2026) and unlocks at 18:00 UK (GMT). I’ve played it — but only for a short session so far — so this is not a scored review yet. These are just my initial Crimson Capes…
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About Fishing preview: fishing mechanics with uneasy answers
A calm cast, then something pulls back About Fishing is a fishing-themed murder mystery from The Water Museum. It’s also currently playable via a Steam playtest — and based on my first short session, it already feels like one of those games that looks simple until you notice how many little systems are hiding under…
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Everest: Real Climbing Simulator Demo Impressions — A Climb That Falls Apart Fast
A climb that should feel epic — but the demo kept breaking the illusion Reviewed on PC.Demo First Impressions Everest: Real Climbing Simulator has a concept that should sell itself: a tense, grounded climb where every step matters. But the demo I played turned into a string of “WTF” moments — glitches, bugs, and immersion-breaking…
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The Liminal Dimension — First Impressions: Airem’s looping hallway nightmare hits hard early
A looping corridor horror that turns déjà vu into dread Reviewed on PC.Score: 7/10 As part of our Indie Game Showcase 2025 hub, I spent some time with The Liminal Dimension — a compact psychological horror that makes one simple space feel increasingly hostile the longer you stay inside it. Reviewed on PC. If you’re…
Cyber Rats — Indie Game Showcase 2025 | Fix Gaming Channel
A retro maze vibe that turns into real roguelite panic As part of our Indie Game Showcase 2025 hub, we’re circling back to Cyber Rats with a fresh First Impressions perspective — the kind that’s less “feature checklist” and more “why does this simple maze suddenly have my palms sweating?” If you missed our earlier…
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THE KULKA First Impressions: A Calm Arcade Roguelite That Turns Stress Into Flow
A one-button bullet-heaven that stays calm, even when the screen turns into neon chaos Reviewed on PC.Score: 8.5/10 After just under two hours with THE KULKA, I walked away surprised by how relaxing it can feel — even when the game is clearly trying to push your reactions. This is a one-button arcade roguelite that…
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Overkill Squad Hits Steam With Chaotic Twin-Stick Action, Launch Discount & Dev Q&A
Overkill Squad launches on Steam with chaotic twin-stick action and a 40% discount Overkill Squad has just launched on Steam, bringing a fast, heavy-metal twin-stick shooter roguelite from developer Chillfox Games. For those wondering about Overkill Squad first impressions, the game, released on December 4, 2025, throws you into short, one-minute stages packed with bullets,…
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Anima: Gate of Memories Remaster — First Impressions
Anima: Gate of Memories I&II Remaster — stylish throwback ARPG that nails the feel, not the flash Reviewed on PC.Score: 7/10 Anima’s remaster lands like a sealed time capsule from the PS2 era: brisk combat, sharp silhouettes, and a focus on feel over bombast. If your muscle memory was built on Ninja Gaiden, Kingdom Hearts,…
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Aztecs: The Last Sun — Historical Survival City-Builder Impressions
Aztecs: The Last Sun — (Early Access, PC) Reviewed on PC.Score: 6/10 I’ve had this on my radar for a while, and I finally put proper time into it: about 4.5 hours of play plus a 1h30 ultrawide capture. For those looking for Aztecs: The Last Sun first impressions, this is not a scored review—just…
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Mars Attracts Is a Sharp, Funny Park-Management Sim
First Impressions — Mars Attracts Reviewed on PC.Score: 7.5/10 I’ve spent half my life on city-builders and sims. The golden era for me runs from SimCity 2000 and SimCity 4 through Caesar III, Pharaoh, Zeus: Master of Olympus, Tropico, Anno 1404, Banished, and into modern staples like Cities: Skylines. Mars Attracts first impressions are influenced…
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