Herdling is compelling in the way that you bond with and protect your calicorns while journeying through a vast world, but it loses some impact when it fails to make the herding gameplay smooth and consistently interesting.

It's got that Keita Takahashi brand of mischievous humor while also being heartwarming; this humor along with its catchy songs and excitingly colorful world have made it one of favorite games this year.

Despelote grants you so much freedom to play as only a kid would, while also telling a compelling, true and personal story; I only wish I had more time to get to explore and play in its warm and inviting world.

The unique story premise and challenging, immersive puzzle box manor will make for an experience you’ll enjoy getting lost in.

Definitely memorable, as I’ve never played a game quite like it, but it can also be frustrating in its pacing, lack of direction, and limiti

Tells a relatable story about complexities of family, but took a step backwards by making the gameplay feel like a chore.

Funny, stylish, grimy, and perhaps even weirder the first game - but it doesn't do anything particularly new or surprising to exceed it.

Unique type of puzzles that feel consistent with how our brains can form thoughts, but somewhat fails to make its message and emotions land.

Definitely satisfying and cozy with a decent amount challenge, and just a little bit of chaos.

A riveting drama that wins you over with its characters and their community, despite the simplicity and limits of the gameplay.

Despite some tedious missions, overall this game is an incredibly fun, chaotic, and limitless sandbox.

The incredible amount of detail, world-building, heart, and the perfect simulation of "being a cat" makes it so special, and stand out from

Satisfying gameplay that lets you destroy freely as well as wholesome premise that I wish would've perhaps been expanded a little bit more.

Succeeds in being being wholesome, comforting, and fun but the slow-paced style at times is too slow and is hindered by a couple of bugs.

Surprised me with its story and challenged me improve my skills, although the quest systems was at times confusing.

Packs exploration, farming, crafting, and heartfelt stories all into a beautiful package that stands apart, despite occasional bugs and gaps

Not what I would call a "fun" game, but is a uniquely melancholy experience of doing all you can to survive as the world crumbles.

Immerses you by making you a part of its emotional and resonant story, but some of this immersion is lost in gameplay that feels clunky.

A stylish, freeing game with a distinctive humor and personality, although the platforming and movement doesn't always feel as ideal.

Interesting and at times challenging escape room adventure, although its "poop joke" humor and sub-par voice-acting detract from that.