Gris

Our analysis

One of the year's best games with stunning visuals, perfect sound design, clever puzzles, and exceptional level design that creates a truly beautif...

Our analysis

A beautifully told, emotional experiential platformer whose watercolor visuals and original score are its standout strengths, evoking a strong emotional response from the opening moments. The puzzle-platforming is intuitive and relaxing but leans simple and a touch repetitive, and the lack of meaningful collectible incentives limits replay value. Roughly four to five hours of largely linear but escapist play, occasionally frustrating in its contrived sandstorm sections.

Our analysis

Yahtzee: boring emotional experience with no gameplay substance; Ashen (other half) is a half-baked Dark Souls clone.

Our analysis

Soothing and emotional journey with wonderful art style, fluid animations, and elegant music. Gameplay may be simple but provides strong bridge to engage with enchanting world.