Minimalist storytelling, very simple mechanics that are actually very complex in their application. An open-ended stealth problem solving heist game. Love it so much.

Despite being full of anthropomorphic animals, the world of Night in the Woods is the most real I've played in a video game. Very alive, very human, very engaging storytelling.

Brilliant method of telling what is ultimately a war and revolution story. Using photojournalism to immerse and teach in short format? I cannot recommend this game enough.

This game engages choice at a level I've never seen before. It's not about branching, as much as how choice engagements directly influence the core gameplay. And the unique social mechanics inspire.

What a disappointment. Good cyberpunk stories are about humanity. This game seemed so close, but almost algorhythmically generated. It doesn't get human interaction, and its metaphors fall flat.

I've never been a fan of music games, but I feel this is the perfect hybrid of music game and action, which empowers the player to get lost in the rhythm and zone out amidst the bullets.

This game oozes a lot of things. Most importantly, it oozes atmosphere. I've never seen narrative design evoke such powerful, visceral responses in me. It shows that good game design is mind control.

What a world I want to get lost in. This Hong Kong feels alive. It makes me wish I could explore and engage with all of the diverse identities within. Compelling story and characters.

While fun in the general, the game's undelivered promises are truly amazing. It feels like it wants to be a game about rebuilding and community, but it's afraid to push that to the forefront.

A great example of a game taking a bold direction and running with it. Absolutely silly, but very human and charming, and internally consistent in its silliness. Power fantasy at its best.