Recent reviews by CJIA

I'm loving what they've got so far in pre-release- it's a great hades-like with a super fun loop and it makes the fun of hades all the better with the addition of co-op. lots of great leveling and a great style. more please!

this game is a delight. a perfect mix of arcade twin stick shooties, rpg metroidvania elements, and a simple, clean aesthetic. it's hard to put down. works great on steamdeck. i love that you can easily reconfigure your upgrades for a specific moment (racing or a boss etc). i would love more of this style game from this dev. great work!

If you're into emperors, have i got the game for you...

Oh hi. Are you a StS diehard? do you love the abject perfection that is the Slay the spire roguelike deckbuilder flow? Do you also love a good story and also sci fi ♥♥♥♥? did you like FTL?

here you go. This game is a delight. My only comment is i hope they make a mobile version.

Cobalt core takes StS and adds elements to it that turn it into a game that feels both familiar while containing multitudes of fun dynamics to learn. I'm excited to keep diving in, and it's a steal for the price, especially compared to Aaa titles. well done, gang.

Who doesn't want to ♥♥♥♥ with Lo-fi vampire hoards with a Risk of Rain 1 vibe?
for only $3?
This is one of my new favorites, especially on Steamdeck. Super fun, easy to get into.

Best single player card game of all time.

Sometimes i play this in VR using virtual desktop for no reason. I play it at home, i play it on my phone. Every game is a new experience. It really pushes you to think outside the box and look for new paths forward every time.

Came for the Rock, Stayed for the stone.


If anything, do it for Karl.



Catchphrases aside, this has been *by far* my favorite early access game. The devs are amazing, their roadmap is amazing, and they're agile AF. They've put together a really great and unique mix of gameplay elements that make it a freakin' blast to play with your buds.

This makes vermintide look like a really grindy rat exterminator simulator (well, more than it does on its own already).

If you like seeing red shirts die, this game is for you.

This game is part tai chi, part Matrix.

I've accidentally punched someone in the face playing this.

I've been accidentally punched in the face by someone playing this.

Super. Hot.

Great stealth dynamic and super fun to play. Great art style and animation as well. Would instantly buy a sequel or more DLC.

Abzu's all about the journey (pun intended).

With gaming being riddled with tasks, quests, and achievements, it's really nice to be able to switch off and enjoy a beautiful experience. Playing Abzu is almost meditative, and not in a boring way. It's immersive, stunning, and cinematic. Austin Wintory's score is superb. Abzu might be one of the most therapeutic games I've played in a while. Well done, guys.