Tron: The Catyclst

I’m not sure if this game is meant to be a joke or not. Disney… oh boy, where are you headed with this one? It was so boring I had to push myself to finish it. The combat was weak, the AI just stared at you from a distance instead of fighting back while you attacked. The dialogue felt super cringy, the characters were forgettable, including the main character (a woman, I think?), and the world looked the same everywhere. It felt uninspiring and disappointing to play. With Devolver likely just backing it, is this really the game Tron deserved?

Possessor(s)

Though Possessor(s) looks impressive and seems like a fun game, my experience was ruined by clunky controls and odd platforming elements, and I wasn’t a fan of the time-stopping on the final hit at the enemies either. I had high hopes, given its unique mix: a flooded city overrun with surreal interdimensional horror, fast-paced action side-scrolling, and unique characters. But for now, the controls definitely need some work.

Mycopunk

While playing this unique shooter, I kept wondering: “What the heck is going on here?” Hundreds of strange creatures flew at me, I had multiple guns to choose from, that reloaded each other’s ammo when used, plus there was a multiplayer option and huge, fun boss fights. The graphics, world, and enemies felt out of ordinary, like an interdimensional adventure, but it didn’t rank higher because I was left confused about what I just played. The pacing felt off, and I lost track when my boss got stuck in a building during my solo playthrough.

Stick It to the Stickman

Stick It to the Stickman offers a unique roguelike structure where, in the demo, you play as a stickman climbing the corporate ladder. Along the way, you can punch, kick, use weapons, and upgrade your abilities while battling small interns and big mini-bosses to become CEO. The premise is wild, but my only problem is the clunky combat, it’s not as smooth as I’d hoped. Still, that one level was super fun, and it was great to see my character getting richer over time.

Forestrike

I love it when games experiment, and Forestrike nails that vibe. Want to foresee the future or test your skills before a real fight? You can do it here. When the real battle starts, you’re ready to use your dojo skills to kick, dodge, block, and outsmart opponents. It’s a blast, with multiple sessions and approaches to each level, pushing you to apply what you learn and show off your skills.

Baby Steps

A new game from Bennett Foddy? Count me in! So, what’s it about? Though maybe not as rage-inducing as his other titles, this one will make you cringe with its awkwardness. You play as Nate, an unemployed failson with little going for him, teleported into a strange world. Walking isn’t easy, you need both left and right mouse clicks, but once you figure it out, it’s super satisfying. I even learned to run by the end of the demo!

BOTSU

It’s been a while since I enjoyed a solid multiplayer game packed with mini-games, and even if you don’t have friends to join, though it’s recommended, you can play against bots. You control robots in fun matches like basketball, football, or floor-is-lava, even hitting and holding each other for a good laugh. You can compete online or split-screen in a series of ragdoll, crazy physics-based battles to prove your mechanical skills, making it the wildest game idea I’ve loved.

BALL X PIT

I debated putting this first, but it does share the first place since it was just so much fun. Who knew blending flipper-based, rock-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite gameplay with the unique twist of beating up skeletons could be this entertaining? You battle hordes of enemies who attack while you grow stronger, using various skills and attacks, ricocheting balls, and gathering and building to unlock new heroes and generate resources.

Shroom and Gloom

What a blast Shroom and Gloom turned out to be! It reminded me why deck-building roguelike games are so much fun when done well, adding a unique twist as a “double-deckbuilder”. You can use cards while exploring and at checkpoints to unlock different weapons, rest, and eat food while scavenging through a bizarre world filled with ugly creatures, plants, and more. I can’t recall the last time a card-based game hooked me this much, and spending just enough time on the demo left me eager for the full release of Shroom and Gloom.

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In BOTSU, you suit up as customizable android athletes thrown into three wildly unpredictable, physics-heavy battlesports. Acrobatics meet combat as these bots sprint, flip, breakdance, climb, and brawl their way through bizarre arenas. Whether online or in local split-screen, up to eight players can compete, with team matchups supporting four-on-four chaos—or just a living room full of friends yelling at the screen.

The game offers three distinct modes to shake things up. Box-Ball mashes together football, basketball, and a pinch of magical mayhem, with an explosive ball that adds extra tension to each match. Stockpile is all about stealing resources from rival teams in a frantic scramble for control. And Sumo Survival turns the floor to lava as players wrestle to be the last bot standing in a fiery pit of pandemonium.

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In Shroom and Gloom, you play as a fungal forager diving into creepy, hand-drawn dungeons, armed with two card decks to outwit and outfight your foes. Your combat deck drives fast-paced battles, letting you hack, slash, or fry enemies with powerful card-based attacks. The explore deck shapes your path through the dungeon, helping you transform cards, unlock weapons, and pick up new skills.

Each trip through the dungeons throws up new challenges. The demo’s 26 unique tunnels show off the game’s slick combat, humor, and striking art style, echoing vibes from Inscryption and Slay the Spire. Early Access is expected to last about a year, with the hopes of getting the community feedback to add new cards, dungeons, and mechanics, with hints of multiplayer features teased on their Discord.

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In Mycopunk, you join the New Atlas Hazard Crew, a scrappy team of robot rejects hired by the galactic megacorporation SAXON for a high-risk job. Tasked with tackling a planet-wide fungal disaster, the crew is the cheapest option for a mission that could be their last shot at glory or a one-way trip to the scrap heap. Across dangerous planet-side missions, you will fight to contain the threat while questioning whether it’s a natural disaster or something more sinister.

The game’s combat revolves around an arsenal of futuristic weapons and power tools, customizable through a unique grid-based upgrade system that lets you craft absurdly powerful sci-fi super-weapons. Enemies weaponize the planet’s technology and can reassemble dropped parts, making every fight dynamic and unpredictable. You must work together, combining upgraded abilities and tailored weapons to create synergistic builds that turn rickety robots into a formidable force.

Between missions, you can unwind in an orbital dropship, a hub filled with toys, games, and opportunities to learn more about the galaxy. Here, you can chat with Roachard Cox, an insectoid SAXON veteran, adding humor and lore to the experience.

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The story follows Yu, a martial arts master embarking on a grand journey to free the emperor from the influence of the evil admiral. The game’s core mechanic is “Foresight”, a meditative technique that allows Yu to visualize the battle before it happens. This ability lets him replay fights endlessly to discover the perfect sequence of movements that will secure victory.

Forestrike embraces a roguelike design, generating unique encounters that require constant adaptation and improvisation. While Foresight allows for experimentation without consequences, real combat demands precision and strategic thinking. Each victory brings new challenges, and Yu must continuously evolve to survive.

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In Shotgun Cop Man, you take on the role of a relentless cop on a mission to arrest Satan himself. Armed with an arsenal of powerful weapons, you’ll blast your way through the twisted corners of hell, using your guns not just to fight but also to propel yourself through the air. This innovative mechanic turns every shot into a tool for movement, allowing you to dodge enemies, scale walls, and leap across impossible gaps.

The game features a handcrafted campaign with over 150 levels, filled with hordes of irritable demons, devious traps, and thrilling challenges. You can also test your skills in No Damage, Speedrun, and Kill All challenges, or dive into user-generated levels to keep the infernal fun alive.

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Monster Train 2 builds on the foundation of its predecessor while adding a wealth of new content. The game’s vertical three-floor battle system returns, but now you must adapt to new environments and challenges beyond the Gates of Heaven. The game introduces five all-new playable Clans, each with unique strategic advantages and battle styles. With hundreds of new and familiar cards, including Room Cards, Equipment Cards, and fan-favorite Neutral Cards, players can experiment with countless synergies to build unstoppable decks.

The game also introduces new features like train customization, which grants buffs to enhance your gameplay, and an Endless Mode for players seeking an even greater challenge. Daily and Dimensional challenges, run mutators, and leaderboards add replayability and competitive depth.

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The definitive edition of the game has new improvements, including better graphics made with Unreal Engine 5. The improved lighting, textures, and details make the game world feel more alive than ever, giving a great experience for both new and returning players. The Talos Principle: Reawakened also adds helpful updates, like a hint system and a rewind feature, to make the puzzles easier to enjoy.

The game will have a lot of content, including the original Road to Gehenna expansion and a brand new chapter called In the Beginning. This new chapter explores the origins of the Simulation and adds to the story that players loved in the first game. Along with these updates, Reawakened includes a new puzzle editor. This allows players and modders to create their own worlds and challenges, encouraging creativity and making the game even more fun for years to come.

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Baby Steps, made by a three-person team that includes Bennett Foddy, the creator of Getting Over It, promises a unique gaming experience. You’ll play as an “unemployed failson,” moving through the world by carefully putting one foot in front of the other. The game features tricky walking mechanics that can make you feel both frustrated and amused, similar to the awkward controls found in games like Octodad and Foddy’s earlier work.

The game takes place in an open world that you can explore and has an ever-changing soundtrack. It also has fun features like non-collectible hats and a “fully dynamic onesie soilage system,” according to Devolver’s website. The early gameplay trailer shows a funny and chaotic adventure with a main character who has a lighthearted attitude, building excitement for fans of quirky simulation games.

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In this latest DLC, players can either team up with friends or go solo to escape the simulation. The puzzles, inspired by the metaphysical themes of The Talos Principle, require players to think creatively and solve a series of mind-bending challenges to escape. This collaboration adds a fresh, philosophical twist to the Escape Simulator experience.

For fans who want more, Pine Studio has announced the Mayan DLC, arriving on December 5th for $5.99. This paid content will feature four new escape rooms set deep in the Central American jungle, offering players a chance to explore ancient ruins and tackle even more intricate puzzles.

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