Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hopes is another approachable, well-designed turn-based tactics game that oozes charm but it has some issues.

Unsettling puzzle design

How much chatter is too much and are these weapons worth listening to?

Stray is the ultimate cat simulation with a delightful adventure wrapping.

Card Shark has the creativity, challenge, and charm to make it worth the rounds but some tedious and frustrating aspects leave it just shy of greatness.

The Playdate is a well-constructed device oozing with charm but it's not without its flaws.

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Despite all the familiar trappings, Tunic has something new to say.