Play Critically

Curse of the Sea Rats Review

If there’s a reason to play Curse of the Sea Rats, it’s for the phenomenal quality of its animation.

Despite the transformative addition of coop multiplayer, Cat Quest II is more a refinement to its predecessor than an evolution.

Quest’s plain levels are a bore to navigate and its initially-clever combat systems soon mistake complexity for depth.

Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers is a visual and aesthetic treat and I recommend it for those reasons—and only for those reasons.

Dyadic is at its best when it is played as it is intended: by two players, sitting side-by-side, grasping a single controller between them.

Elderand is competent but does little to subvert my expectations or upset my complacency.

Dredge layers a creepy atmosphere on unique fishing mechanics to create an engrossing and original adventure.

Mechstermination Force is brief, joyously challenging, delightful to look at, and wonderful to hear.

Cat Quest is an exhilarating intersection of speed and simplicity.

SteamWorld Heist has the potential for fun shooting and challenging strategy but is occasionally undermined by randomization and repetition.