Lumara is an atmospheric underwater puzzle game where you play as an anglerfish deep in the Bathypelagic Zone spanning 1000-4000 meters deep. No, I’m not smart, the game just told me so. During my 30 minutes with the demo, Lumara explores dark underwater passages, which can be illuminated with her lure, and encounters polluted water…
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Spooktober: Just How Far Will the Aberrations in Dredge Spread?
Whereas some horror games have you getting chased by terrifying monstrosities that scream and moan as they shuffle or outright bolt after you, the horror of Dredge is far more understated. In fact, the game could almost appear relaxing on the surface. You play as a new fisherman who just moved to the island of…
Dave the Diver: Demo Review
Dave the Diver is a casual, side-scrolling adventure/simulation game where you scuba dive during the day and manage a sushi restaurant at night. The soundtrack is quite relaxing, and the pixel art is vibrant, making you feel like you’re in a virtual vacation. The demo spans three days, during which you catch fish for the…
How Abzu Helped Me Overcome an Irrational Fear
Around Thanksgiving of 2020, I was browsing the Nintendo and PlayStation stores for some great deals. One of the best was a 90% discount on a game called Abzu, which I got for $2 (its usual price is $20). If it wasn’t for the cheap price, I might not have bought this game because part…