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I review games. Cofounder of deargamers.net (@deargamers.bsky.social)
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#12: Alruna and the Necro-Industrialists from Neckbolt
This was an enjoyable bite-sized Metroidvania in more ways than one. If there were a physical edition to be played on a Game Boy, I would buy 5.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/alru...
This was an enjoyable bite-sized Metroidvania in more ways than one. If there were a physical edition to be played on a Game Boy, I would buy 5.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/alru...
Greg Olsen just said: it's kind of a cardinal rule that you never overthrow an open receiver
Huh?
Huh?
November 9, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Greg Olsen just said: it's kind of a cardinal rule that you never overthrow an open receiver
Huh?
Huh?
#18: Blue Prince from Dogubomb
Remember when this was THE GOTY for about a week? Just because it probably will not win one of Kojima's hype man's awards, does not mean it is not worth your time. This game did something completely unique and is AMAZING.
www.deargamers.net/features/blu...
Remember when this was THE GOTY for about a week? Just because it probably will not win one of Kojima's hype man's awards, does not mean it is not worth your time. This game did something completely unique and is AMAZING.
www.deargamers.net/features/blu...
November 7, 2025 at 11:26 PM
#18: Blue Prince from Dogubomb
Remember when this was THE GOTY for about a week? Just because it probably will not win one of Kojima's hype man's awards, does not mean it is not worth your time. This game did something completely unique and is AMAZING.
www.deargamers.net/features/blu...
Remember when this was THE GOTY for about a week? Just because it probably will not win one of Kojima's hype man's awards, does not mean it is not worth your time. This game did something completely unique and is AMAZING.
www.deargamers.net/features/blu...
#17: Revenge of the Savage Planet from Raccoon Logic Studios Inc.
If you loved the first game, this one is an upgrade in every imaginable way. If you haven't played either, you are missing out.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/reve...
If you loved the first game, this one is an upgrade in every imaginable way. If you haven't played either, you are missing out.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/reve...
November 7, 2025 at 11:22 PM
#17: Revenge of the Savage Planet from Raccoon Logic Studios Inc.
If you loved the first game, this one is an upgrade in every imaginable way. If you haven't played either, you are missing out.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/reve...
If you loved the first game, this one is an upgrade in every imaginable way. If you haven't played either, you are missing out.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/reve...
#16: Kiborg from Sobaka Studio
Think the combat from the Arkham series (the combos mainly) with the violence from Manhunt. It is like playing in a constant of "FINISH HIM" aka completely over the top violence. The whole thing is set against an insane game show.
Think the combat from the Arkham series (the combos mainly) with the violence from Manhunt. It is like playing in a constant of "FINISH HIM" aka completely over the top violence. The whole thing is set against an insane game show.
November 7, 2025 at 11:21 PM
#16: Kiborg from Sobaka Studio
Think the combat from the Arkham series (the combos mainly) with the violence from Manhunt. It is like playing in a constant of "FINISH HIM" aka completely over the top violence. The whole thing is set against an insane game show.
Think the combat from the Arkham series (the combos mainly) with the violence from Manhunt. It is like playing in a constant of "FINISH HIM" aka completely over the top violence. The whole thing is set against an insane game show.
#15: Haste from Landfall
More than 75% of my reviews are roguelites of some variety. Of course I was going to play a game that embodies "one more run." It is a bit of a one-hit wonder in that, what you see is what you get, but it does that one thing super well.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/hast...
More than 75% of my reviews are roguelites of some variety. Of course I was going to play a game that embodies "one more run." It is a bit of a one-hit wonder in that, what you see is what you get, but it does that one thing super well.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/hast...
November 7, 2025 at 11:17 PM
#15: Haste from Landfall
More than 75% of my reviews are roguelites of some variety. Of course I was going to play a game that embodies "one more run." It is a bit of a one-hit wonder in that, what you see is what you get, but it does that one thing super well.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/hast...
More than 75% of my reviews are roguelites of some variety. Of course I was going to play a game that embodies "one more run." It is a bit of a one-hit wonder in that, what you see is what you get, but it does that one thing super well.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/hast...
#14: Atomfall from Rebellion Developments
This one was a birthday gift and a fantastic one at that. I've loved all of the Sniper Elite games so it was exciting to see them branch out. It is on my list to return to for the DLC but I could not stop playing once I started. Highly recommend.
This one was a birthday gift and a fantastic one at that. I've loved all of the Sniper Elite games so it was exciting to see them branch out. It is on my list to return to for the DLC but I could not stop playing once I started. Highly recommend.
November 7, 2025 at 11:15 PM
#14: Atomfall from Rebellion Developments
This one was a birthday gift and a fantastic one at that. I've loved all of the Sniper Elite games so it was exciting to see them branch out. It is on my list to return to for the DLC but I could not stop playing once I started. Highly recommend.
This one was a birthday gift and a fantastic one at that. I've loved all of the Sniper Elite games so it was exciting to see them branch out. It is on my list to return to for the DLC but I could not stop playing once I started. Highly recommend.
#13: ReSetna from Today's Games.
An action platformer with a "Tetris-inspired upgrade system." I enjoyed playing through this one but the unique systems fell apart towards the end.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/rese...
An action platformer with a "Tetris-inspired upgrade system." I enjoyed playing through this one but the unique systems fell apart towards the end.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/rese...
November 7, 2025 at 11:11 PM
#13: ReSetna from Today's Games.
An action platformer with a "Tetris-inspired upgrade system." I enjoyed playing through this one but the unique systems fell apart towards the end.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/rese...
An action platformer with a "Tetris-inspired upgrade system." I enjoyed playing through this one but the unique systems fell apart towards the end.
www.deargamers.net/reviews/rese...
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Video games help build friendships. And there is no better friend than Hana. She’s the most kind and thoughtful person to everyone. She’s helped me through a tough time this year. She’s so smart and knowledgeable about games. So I’m giving her gamer of the year 🏆 @hananomaude.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Video games help build friendships. And there is no better friend than Hana. She’s the most kind and thoughtful person to everyone. She’s helped me through a tough time this year. She’s so smart and knowledgeable about games. So I’m giving her gamer of the year 🏆 @hananomaude.bsky.social
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This was a TON of fun to do so thank you @bignerdgaming.bsky.social for meeting me on my level of GOTY nerdom
If you’re curious about what my ramblings sound like not just on paper but live & recorded, give the BNG podcast a watch 👀
If you’re curious about what my ramblings sound like not just on paper but live & recorded, give the BNG podcast a watch 👀
It's time!
Episode 3 of the BNG podcast with @hananomaude.bsky.social from @deargamers.bsky.social
We go unhinged and predict almost all of The Game Awards nominees. If you want a preview of what's to come, I don't think there's any better place to go!
youtu.be/-5TgzqXIKFo?...
Episode 3 of the BNG podcast with @hananomaude.bsky.social from @deargamers.bsky.social
We go unhinged and predict almost all of The Game Awards nominees. If you want a preview of what's to come, I don't think there's any better place to go!
youtu.be/-5TgzqXIKFo?...
Full Game Awards Nomination Predictions- Episode 3: The Big Nerd Gaming Podcast
YouTube video by BigNerdGaming
youtu.be
November 5, 2025 at 4:23 PM
This was a TON of fun to do so thank you @bignerdgaming.bsky.social for meeting me on my level of GOTY nerdom
If you’re curious about what my ramblings sound like not just on paper but live & recorded, give the BNG podcast a watch 👀
If you’re curious about what my ramblings sound like not just on paper but live & recorded, give the BNG podcast a watch 👀
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Last bump. Greatly appreciate all the support today!
For GotY @hananomaude.bsky.social and I agreed on...
-Expedition 33
-Bananza
-Silksong
-Hades 2
-Death Stranding 2
You'll have to watch to discover our #6!
Coming Friday: my full FINAL predictions in blog form.
For GotY @hananomaude.bsky.social and I agreed on...
-Expedition 33
-Bananza
-Silksong
-Hades 2
-Death Stranding 2
You'll have to watch to discover our #6!
Coming Friday: my full FINAL predictions in blog form.
It's time!
Episode 3 of the BNG podcast with @hananomaude.bsky.social from @deargamers.bsky.social
We go unhinged and predict almost all of The Game Awards nominees. If you want a preview of what's to come, I don't think there's any better place to go!
youtu.be/-5TgzqXIKFo?...
Episode 3 of the BNG podcast with @hananomaude.bsky.social from @deargamers.bsky.social
We go unhinged and predict almost all of The Game Awards nominees. If you want a preview of what's to come, I don't think there's any better place to go!
youtu.be/-5TgzqXIKFo?...
Full Game Awards Nomination Predictions- Episode 3: The Big Nerd Gaming Podcast
YouTube video by BigNerdGaming
youtu.be
November 5, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Last bump. Greatly appreciate all the support today!
For GotY @hananomaude.bsky.social and I agreed on...
-Expedition 33
-Bananza
-Silksong
-Hades 2
-Death Stranding 2
You'll have to watch to discover our #6!
Coming Friday: my full FINAL predictions in blog form.
For GotY @hananomaude.bsky.social and I agreed on...
-Expedition 33
-Bananza
-Silksong
-Hades 2
-Death Stranding 2
You'll have to watch to discover our #6!
Coming Friday: my full FINAL predictions in blog form.
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Making a new big Golden Ball enemy for Timespinner 2! Let the good times roll?!
www.twitch.tv/lunarraygames
#pixelart #metroidvania #indiegame #gamedev #xna
www.twitch.tv/lunarraygames
#pixelart #metroidvania #indiegame #gamedev #xna
November 4, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Making a new big Golden Ball enemy for Timespinner 2! Let the good times roll?!
www.twitch.tv/lunarraygames
#pixelart #metroidvania #indiegame #gamedev #xna
www.twitch.tv/lunarraygames
#pixelart #metroidvania #indiegame #gamedev #xna
I had high hopes for this one after Steam Next Fest but a lot of great ideas and poor execution do not make for a good game.
2 reviews in one weekend?!? Unfortunately, for as much praise we gave to the other one, this one missed the mark. Here's our review of Devil Jam:
www.deargamers.net/reviews/devil-jam-review
www.deargamers.net/reviews/devil-jam-review
November 2, 2025 at 6:38 PM
I had high hopes for this one after Steam Next Fest but a lot of great ideas and poor execution do not make for a good game.
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Hexen: Beyond Heretic (1995: MS-DOS) – Review
Here it is, my review for Hexen: Beyond Heretic!
doomfan1.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/h...
#hexen #hexenbeyondheretic #msdos #gaming #retrogaming #pcgaming #idsoftware #ravensoftware #heretic
Here it is, my review for Hexen: Beyond Heretic!
doomfan1.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/h...
#hexen #hexenbeyondheretic #msdos #gaming #retrogaming #pcgaming #idsoftware #ravensoftware #heretic
November 2, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Hexen: Beyond Heretic (1995: MS-DOS) – Review
Here it is, my review for Hexen: Beyond Heretic!
doomfan1.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/h...
#hexen #hexenbeyondheretic #msdos #gaming #retrogaming #pcgaming #idsoftware #ravensoftware #heretic
Here it is, my review for Hexen: Beyond Heretic!
doomfan1.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/h...
#hexen #hexenbeyondheretic #msdos #gaming #retrogaming #pcgaming #idsoftware #ravensoftware #heretic
@hananomaude.bsky.social asked me if I was playing this. It was literally in my Steam cart ready to be purchased. Next thing I knew, it was 1:00am. This was an amazing game to both play and review.
With a throwback to Alleyway, here is Jason's review of Ball X Pit:
www.deargamers.net/reviews/ball...
www.deargamers.net/reviews/ball...
November 1, 2025 at 12:50 PM
@hananomaude.bsky.social asked me if I was playing this. It was literally in my Steam cart ready to be purchased. Next thing I knew, it was 1:00am. This was an amazing game to both play and review.
If anyone was wondering, I'm running a Vex Bloodshot build and, as you can see, it absolutely destroyed Origo. Send me a message or comment below if you want help using the build.
It's Thursday which means a Borderlands 4 weekly reset. Here's your guide to all the new stuff:
www.deargamers.net/features/bor...
www.deargamers.net/features/bor...
Borderlands 4 - Guide to the Weekly Reset (October 30, 2025 - November 6, 2025) — DearGamers
Need help with this week’s reset and what to do? We got you covered!
www.deargamers.net
October 30, 2025 at 5:08 PM
If anyone was wondering, I'm running a Vex Bloodshot build and, as you can see, it absolutely destroyed Origo. Send me a message or comment below if you want help using the build.
My first shiny dropped in Borderlands 4. I was perfectly content with not seeing any at all. Now, the challenge reads 1% complete. I am unreasonably angry right now that I have to continue to play this game that I already was playing some more. Thanks for coming to my TED talk.
October 30, 2025 at 12:14 AM
My first shiny dropped in Borderlands 4. I was perfectly content with not seeing any at all. Now, the challenge reads 1% complete. I am unreasonably angry right now that I have to continue to play this game that I already was playing some more. Thanks for coming to my TED talk.
A list of indies from the last few years that I love that are not talked about enough:
Bzzzt
Aura of Worlds
The Land Beneath Us
Wall World
Realm of Ink
Super Roboy
Haste
Alterium Shift
Backpack Hero
Beacon
Beyond the Long Night
Madshot
Oblivion Override
Rusted Moss
Tape to Tape
Bzzzt
Aura of Worlds
The Land Beneath Us
Wall World
Realm of Ink
Super Roboy
Haste
Alterium Shift
Backpack Hero
Beacon
Beyond the Long Night
Madshot
Oblivion Override
Rusted Moss
Tape to Tape
October 24, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A list of indies from the last few years that I love that are not talked about enough:
Bzzzt
Aura of Worlds
The Land Beneath Us
Wall World
Realm of Ink
Super Roboy
Haste
Alterium Shift
Backpack Hero
Beacon
Beyond the Long Night
Madshot
Oblivion Override
Rusted Moss
Tape to Tape
Bzzzt
Aura of Worlds
The Land Beneath Us
Wall World
Realm of Ink
Super Roboy
Haste
Alterium Shift
Backpack Hero
Beacon
Beyond the Long Night
Madshot
Oblivion Override
Rusted Moss
Tape to Tape
I tried to add a little extra information this week instead of just pointing at map spots. I had Bod/Deity in my machine so if anyone needs, let me know. Hope it helps!
Instead of just letting you know where Maurice is this week in Borderlands 4, we have a guide to the entire weekly reset!
www.deargamers.net/features/bor...
www.deargamers.net/features/bor...
Borderlands 4 - Guide to the Weekly Reset (October 23, 2025 - October 30, 2025) — DearGamers
Need help with this week’s reset and what to do? We got you covered!
www.deargamers.net
October 24, 2025 at 4:17 PM
I tried to add a little extra information this week instead of just pointing at map spots. I had Bod/Deity in my machine so if anyone needs, let me know. Hope it helps!
I'll say it. The Borderlands 4 Halloween event is poorly designed (I want proof if they patch it).
October 23, 2025 at 7:15 PM
I'll say it. The Borderlands 4 Halloween event is poorly designed (I want proof if they patch it).
Borderlands 4 - Maurice is on the moon this week. Video will be up later
October 23, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Borderlands 4 - Maurice is on the moon this week. Video will be up later
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Got a bit sidetracked, but I’m back to #guildball, this time talking Knuckles. For the squad’s known goal scoring exploits, it’s easy to forget that the fish have an absolute beater in Knuckles. And even if a takeout isn’t on the menu, he’s still able to neutralize just about anyone.
October 22, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Got a bit sidetracked, but I’m back to #guildball, this time talking Knuckles. For the squad’s known goal scoring exploits, it’s easy to forget that the fish have an absolute beater in Knuckles. And even if a takeout isn’t on the menu, he’s still able to neutralize just about anyone.
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It's almost Game Awards Season. So, to kick off my coverage, which will be vast, I decided that it's time for CLICKBAIT.
Here are the 10 worst Game Awards decisions ever. There is an 89% chance that this article will make you MAD.
Enjoy! Or not.
bignerdgaming.com/2025/10/21/t...
Here are the 10 worst Game Awards decisions ever. There is an 89% chance that this article will make you MAD.
Enjoy! Or not.
bignerdgaming.com/2025/10/21/t...
The 10 Worst Game Awards Winner Selections Ever (IMO)
I am sorry for the clickbait-y headline. Saying “The Top 10 Game Awards Winners That I Personally Disagreed With The Most” just didn’t have much of a ring to it. We are coming up …
bignerdgaming.com
October 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
It's almost Game Awards Season. So, to kick off my coverage, which will be vast, I decided that it's time for CLICKBAIT.
Here are the 10 worst Game Awards decisions ever. There is an 89% chance that this article will make you MAD.
Enjoy! Or not.
bignerdgaming.com/2025/10/21/t...
Here are the 10 worst Game Awards decisions ever. There is an 89% chance that this article will make you MAD.
Enjoy! Or not.
bignerdgaming.com/2025/10/21/t...
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Dear Gamers,
Sometimes I just want fries
Veggies would be healthier. A medium-rare Sirloin would be fancier. Upgrading to chili cheese fries could even be "better"
But sometimes, I just want the damn fries
Read this & tell me if I'm wrong: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
Sometimes I just want fries
Veggies would be healthier. A medium-rare Sirloin would be fancier. Upgrading to chili cheese fries could even be "better"
But sometimes, I just want the damn fries
Read this & tell me if I'm wrong: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
October 21, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Dear Gamers,
Sometimes I just want fries
Veggies would be healthier. A medium-rare Sirloin would be fancier. Upgrading to chili cheese fries could even be "better"
But sometimes, I just want the damn fries
Read this & tell me if I'm wrong: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
Sometimes I just want fries
Veggies would be healthier. A medium-rare Sirloin would be fancier. Upgrading to chili cheese fries could even be "better"
But sometimes, I just want the damn fries
Read this & tell me if I'm wrong: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
Started a new game. I don't have to review it because I purchased it but my reviewer brain thinks otherwise. Damn it. It's already a top 5 game of 2025 for me.
Here's a hint:
Here's a hint:
October 20, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Started a new game. I don't have to review it because I purchased it but my reviewer brain thinks otherwise. Damn it. It's already a top 5 game of 2025 for me.
Here's a hint:
Here's a hint:
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Today was a reminder of how much gaming helps me through really difficult days
October 18, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Today was a reminder of how much gaming helps me through really difficult days