Author: AndresPlays

Witchspire is out now in Early Access, and its magical open world is still a work in progress, but one with much potential that is only heightened with friends. Witches have formed part of the collective unconscious for millennia. Taking an array from the wicked to the benevolent, there are certain images that you can attribute to them. Their bond to nature is unbreakable. Spells usually take an elaborate shape that requires obscure ingredients to obtain. Finally, you will always find them with a familiar, a talking animal that will never leave their side. Witchspire opts for the kinder route…

Clockfall is a time-based roguelite Action RPG that focuses on quick runs to improve on each one as fast as you can go another round. Its Early Access release shows much promise. It is an immutable law of this universe that time will always move forward. In fantasy, it is the aspiration to manipulate, bend, and control it that commonly the antagonists try to possess. How to combat the fatigue of the roguelite? By taking this concept and putting it at the core of it. Clockfall is the latest roguelite, out now in Early Access, challenging the idea that we…

Deer & Boy looks from the surface like a gentle walk through nature with its titular characters but reveals a deep, powerful tale that will stick with players long after the credits roll. When I was younger, I always lamented that the dogs I owned over the years did not pay much attention to me. They would bark when they needed food or scratch the door when it was time to go out, but not much else. I never knew what that special connection with a pet would feel like. Until I met Lunita. Not only is she an adorable…

Letter Lost is a mysterious tale developing in a paranormal post office. Inspired by escape rooms, its cozy job environment works well with its spookier tendencies. Have you ever thought that there is more to life? As if this reality is a facade that you have always thought is a lie. That if a genie magically appeared, your only wish would be to take a peek behind the curtain. 2017’s film Under The Silver Lake portrays a young man finding a conspiracy reaching all the way to the higher rungs of society in Los Angeles. Through hieroglyphs known as the…

Shroomwood is a top-down bullet hell shooter with big promises that it has yet to fill. Planning to release in Early Access, it could do with a few tweaks. As part of the Steam Bullet Fest, I was able to try the demo of Shroomwood. As a big fan of top-down bullet hell games, this one piqued my interest. Citing classics like Enter the Gungeon, I readily headed into what the game had to offer. And it works. Granted, there is not a high bar to clear when playing games from this genre. That does not mean that anyone can…

Xbox had a remarkable showcase this past Sunday, but with it, it revealed its misguided plan to bring back players. It will not save them. If you clicked on this article, you already know what I am going to say. But I am still going to say it because it irritates me to my core. Xbox proudly announcing the return of console exclusives is a deeply misguided move. Not only has it been proven that players will happily support their games on other platforms, but this igniting of the console wars is archaic, to say the least. Yes, longtime Xbox…

The Nintendo Direct livestream finally happened, and it brought with it a batch of exciting video game reveals. Here they are all in one place for your convenience. After releasing several Partner showcases and Indie World streams, the Nintendo Direct had been suspiciously absent. Well, wonder no more, as the big N has finally brought home the goods. While the original Nintendo Switch’s aging hardware meant many third-party games were left out of the console, 2’s up-to-date specs confirm this is not the case anymore. These past two weeks have seen an insurmountable amount of upcoming video games quite literally…

The Tragedy At Deer Creek is a mysterious point-and-click game set in a lonely Alaskan settlement. It feels like a classic PC adventure, for better or worse. How long does it take for a mystery to be solved? The first 48 hours of an investigation are the most important. Relevant authorities need to act on any possible leads as soon as possible. If a missing person is not found within this timeframe, two things happen: by a miracle, they are found by people who confess, or, more gruesomely, they are never found. On the other side of this equation exist…

The highly anticipated Guild Wars 3 has just been announced. While many fans are understandably excited, some wonder where the franchise is heading. The Guild Wars franchise is beloved by MMO veterans. With over 12 million monthly active players, Guild Wars 2 has a healthy online community. Most recently, the announcement of the highly anticipated Guild Wars 3 left some players wondering: What will happen to the future of the series? Fret not, as developer ArenaNet released a comprehensive video on their official channel detailing their plans for the saga. Long story short, there will be plenty to play for…

OPUS: Prism Peak is a powerful photography journey that not only surprises but also delights thanks to its surreal landscapes and tender storytelling. Life has a strange way of telling us that change is coming. It presents itself in so many situations that we might not even realize it. A new job. A breakup. A voyage. Regardless of how it happens, if we refuse to change, the consequences are severe. Being stuck in a rut means losing the will to live. While routine may be comfortable, stepping outside our comfort zones is what we should be doing often. Life is…