The cave shooter mechanics of yore, coupled with today's graphics. As the fearless pilot of a thruster-powered space ship, you must destroy aliens and rescue civilians whilst avoiding to bump too harshly into the scenery.
If Retrobooster's 3D models are arguably not the most detailed, the subtle physics and the special FX are indeed... really slick. Impeccable flightstick support and a DRM-free demo always impress, too.
No weapon, no flashlight, no idea where you are. NaissanceE is a first-person exploration game set inside a soulless architectural complex. Puzzles involve simple platforming mechanics and a clever use of light sources. Trough eerily lit corridors, across bright gigantic halls, up and down stairs and on the edge of endless chasms, Lucy must find her way to freedom... and safety.
Two factions, one big map: Rivals combines the dual career mode and high-speed freeway chases of 2010's Hot Pursuit with the openness and upgradeability of 2012's Most Wanted. New features include dynamic weather and optional MMO-like connectivity.
This 2012 RPG is set in the world depicted by George R. R. Martin's novels and the HBO series they inspired.
Sacrificial teamwork: the essence of coo(rpse)peration.
This is the first game in an upcoming trilogy of story-driven Action-RPG. Monster hunter extraordinaire Van Helsing wields swords, guns and spells while exchanging sarcastic comments with his ghost ladypet. On the whole the game is strangely reminiscent of the original Dungeon Siege, but maybe that's just because my favorite mule back then was named Katarina.
Assetto Corsa is a racing game/simulation with a strong focus on realism.
A racing game inspired by Destruction Derby (1995) and the classic FlatOut series, Wreckfest features detailed physics and damage for both on-track objects and vehicle models.
Twin-stick singleplayer co-op: it's a thing. Join the unnamed brothers on their quest for a legendary cure to save their dying father.
All chain whip and Christopher Lambert gaze, here comes Gabriel Belmont to rid the world of evil. Lords of Shadow is both a reboot of the long-runnig franchise and the first installment of an upcoming series of "renovated" Castlevania games.
