We attempt to cowl each Swap sport we’re despatched a code for right here at Gamezebo. Generally we discover ourselves with a little bit of a backlog although – like proper now as an example.
So listed below are some shorter critiques of video games launched or up to date on the Swap over the previous few months – that we’d not have gotten spherical to overlaying in any other case.
Animal Properly
A perfectly offered metroidvania with alluring neon pixel artwork visuals, Aimal Properly is a sport that takes a reasonably easy construction however executes it nearly completely.
You play as a bit of blob exploring a jungle like panorama full of a variety of unknown creatures, with a lot of them needing to be prevented in any respect prices.
As you progress by the 2D world you slowly unlock extra instruments and talents, with the sport rewarding out of the field considering and experimentation so as so that you can progress.
A sport that retains throwing surprises and completely different puzzles at you, Animal Properly is arguably one of many best indie releases from 2024.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Bread and Fred
A co-op platformer that’s maybe a bit of too niggly at occasions, Bread and Fred remains to be an undeniably cute expertise that can reward extra affected person gamers.
You play because the titular Bread and Fred, two penguins who should traverse 2D environments utilizing one another and the obstacles you encounter.
As with many co-op platfomers of this kind the controls have to be spot on to keep away from being irritating, and sadly Bread and Fred doesn’t fairly nail this facet. Too usually we discovered ourselves struggling to get out of an space due to barely finickity physics or overcomplicated controls, and it didn’t really feel as if the blame lay at our door.
For those who keep it up issues do enhance although, with the marginally fudged controls being workable and the sport providing some attention-grabbing stage design and concepts.
Rating: 3 out of 5
Paper Path
A really cute indie title that provides a singular twist on the narrative puzzler, Paper Path might not stay lengthy within the reminiscence however is nice whereas it lasts.
The core gameplay is ready up such as you’re studying a storybook, with elements of the display being flipped like pages to unravel conundrums.
Contemplating that’s fairly a easy thought on (ha!) paper, it’s shocking what number of concepts the developer will get out of the idea. There’s a variety of very intelligent puzzles right here, and by no means do you’re feeling you’re going over the identical concepts repeatedly.
It’s a really quick title, however anybody in search of a relaxing puzzle expertise needs to be testing Paper Path.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Horizon Chase 2
A serviceable if maybe barely disappointing sequel, Horizon Chase presents extra of the identical – however little or no else.
An old-fashioned racing title with the emphasis on pace, this presents an Outrun type expertise with automobiles flying round like scalextric automobiles which have chugged ten cans of crimson bull.
The controls are properly judged however not as fluid as in one thing like Ridge Racer (at its greatest), and the tracks are stable if by no means really thrilling.
There’s a dizzying quantity of content material right here although, so in case you’re a fan of the unique then this sequel is a should purchase.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
Simply Crow Issues
A foolish thought executed properly, Simply Crow Issues will not be essentially the most technically completed title however presents quite a lot of pretty senseless leisure in case you’re in the precise mindset.
As you might need guessed from the title you play as a crow, and principally go round inflicting havoc and finishing easy aims.
The challenges vary from pooping on folks/objects, serving to different animals, and successful races. There’s nothing massively taxing however all of them are completed with a smile and a wink.
Finally Simply Crow Issues is a enjoyable time that isn’t pretending to be something it isn’t. For those who’re in search of an amusing little indie title to whereas away some hours with you would do so much worse.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Aerofly FS Flight Simulator
Normally flight sims are greatest on PC, so it’s good to see an effort extra centered in direction of moveable gamers.
Initially launched on PC in 2022 after which cell, Aerofly FS Flight Simulator is a largely no frills expertise – but in addition one which boasts a formidable quantity of depth.
A extremely lifelike flight sim, we discovered it fairly straightforward to become familiar with as a whole novice to the style. The visuals and engine are all spectacular contemplating the sport’s origins and there’s a load of missions and flights to finish.
Sure, this isn’t a sport for everyone. However in case you’re in search of a flight sim on the Swap then you’ll be able to’t do significantly better than this.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
Tensei
Now right here’s an odd one. Or possibly not as odd because it maybe appears from screenshots, as at its coronary heart Tensei is an ultra-casual high-scoring title.
You play as a ball that may morph into numerous animals, and your activity is to maintain flying upwards by locales that reminded us of the watercolour visuals of Okami.
Now that basically all there’s to Tensei, but it surely’s executed completely. Not solely that, however the aesthetics and sound design make this a surprisingly enjoyable excessive rating chasing expertise.
Tensei isn’t excellent – there’s not a lot content material right here, in the end – however we nonetheless actually loved our time we had with this intriguing informal title.
Rating: 4 out of 5
