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It is literally 1984 in ‘Democracy 4’

It is literally 1984 in ‘Democracy 4’

Jackson Bogan
October 12, 2021
“Democracy 4” is a political simulation game, and a brilliant one at that, one with unique gameplay challenges not present in the previous title.
Garden the galaxy in ‘The Fermi Paradox’

Garden the galaxy in ‘The Fermi Paradox’

Jackson Bogan
September 12, 2021
Civilizations rise and fall under your watchful eye in 'The Fermi Paradox', how will your species develop and grow from stone age to modern day?
Expose your friends in ‘First Class Trouble’

Expose your friends in ‘First Class Trouble’

Jackson Bogan
May 21, 2021
The newest game from Versus Evi is centered around two “Synths” whose objective is to eliminate the other passengers before they are able to turn off the rogue AI infecting the ship.
“Routinery” is an organization app that provides a structured to-do list to create healthy habits.
Rating: B+
Photo Credit: Routinery Corp.

Boost Productivity in ‘Routinery’

Lily Gurdison
May 3, 2021
Acheive goals by implementing a daily routine with this handy app.
‘Super Mario 3D World’ has been ported from the Wii U and is now on Switch alongside an entertaining additional storyline called “Bowser’s Fury.” Veterans and new players alike can both indulge in a well-loved game with some new tweaks. 
Rating: B-

Stomp on enemies in ‘Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury’

Monserrat Mendieta
March 30, 2021
Play as loved characters from the Mario franchise, engage in online-play, view new story content while completing a multitude of unique levels.
“Pumped BMX Flow” takes a whole new spin on bicycle motocross games.  This app challenges players to achieve high scores and go through crazy obstacles.  Rating: B- Photo Credit:Yeah! Us Games

Learn a brand new wave of mobile dirt bike racing games in ‘Pumped BMX Flow’

Farhad Yazdani
March 26, 2021
Bringing BMX mobile gaming to a whole new level.
Keep Your Plants Alive With ‘Planta’

Keep Your Plants Alive With ‘Planta’

Kayla Thomas
March 18, 2021
An app that helps plant keepers care for their plants and learn new gardening skills.
Test your friendship in ‘BattleBlock Theater’

Test your friendship in ‘BattleBlock Theater’

Jackson Bogan
March 4, 2021
An older co-op platformer, which still stands the test of time and expertly executes how cooperative gameplay should be done.
 Explore islands and journey through destinations in Tides: A Fishing Game. Collect new boats and fishes along the expeditions.  Rating: A- Photo Credit: Shallot Games, LLC.

Escape into the sea with ‘Tides: A Fishing Game’

Naila Yazdani
March 2, 2021
Catching virtual fish has never been so relaxing.
After only being available on PS Vita and regarded as a distant relic of the “Persona”  series for years, “Persona 4 Golden” has made a comeback on Steam. Popular characters, a thrilling storyline, and upgraded graphics are returning in this fan-favorite. Rating: B

Venture into the TV world in ‘Persona 4 Golden’

Monserrat Mendieta
February 13, 2021
Engage in turn-based combat, dynamic characters, suspenseful plot and more in ‘Persona 4 Golden’.
Exploit The Stars In ‘Dyson Sphere Program’

Exploit The Stars In ‘Dyson Sphere Program’

Jackson Bogan
February 9, 2021
The newest, and possibly most ambitious game in Youthcat Studios lineup, “Dyson Sphere Program” is a game reminiscent of Factorio, with an industrial-focused gameplay, with the eventual end goal of fully conquering and using all of the resources within the solar system.
 For anyone interested in the “Legend of Zelda” series, “Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity,” is a great game to discover more about well-loved characters and explore a combat system that is unique compared to other entries in the series. Rating: A
Photo Credit: Nintendo

Save the world from destruction in ‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’

Monserrat Mendieta
February 1, 2021
Explore the combat system, characters, plot and more in ‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’.