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Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality Review: A Cheesy Dating Sim

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I was sent a free copy of Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review.

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What is Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality?

Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality is a dating sim FMV out now on Steam. The game deals with some adult themes, so viewer discretion is advised.

Hook

You are a promising diciple of the Crane sect, destined for immortality. But the path to immortality won’t be easy. You are surrounded by beautiful women and enough temptation to lead you astray. Can you stay focused, master your teqnique and ascend to the heavens, or will temptation keep you on this mortal plane? You will need to play to find out.

Gameplay

The game plays like interactive fiction. Players watch through different scenes and are presented with choices that affect the ending. Take the time to learn about your favorite girl, gain her favor, and maybe even become a god along the way. The game does let players redo choices, go back to completed chapters, and skip through watched scenes. This makes collecting different endings easy. One thing to note, skipping around changes the path of the story and can potentially remove favor you’ve earned with the girls. Make sure are choosing the correct path for the ending you want and not just completing nodes.

Review

Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality is a fun little story with a solid cast of actors and solid production. Now I don’t speak the language, but it seems fine to me. Now this isn’t my favorite FMV, but I had fun playing through the story. The story itself is very cheesy and isn’t going to be for everyone. If you enjoy those cheese harem animes, you’ll have fun with this game. Just note that there is no real gameplay loop aside from a few quicktime events, you are essentially just collecting girlfriends.

Disclaimer

This FMV is not going to be for everyone. There is a good amount of fan service that goes into this game. There is no nudity or explicit scenes (at least from what I was able to unlock), but the jokes and suggestive situations are not subtle. If you find sexual innuendos offensive, this is your content warning.

Gameplay

Aside from a few inconsequencial quicktime events, the gameplay loop is just sitting back and watching the different scenes. This is more of an interactive fiction game where you collect girls and try to unlock all the endings. I do like that you can go back at anytime during your journey to change your choices and affect the ending you get. This makes collecting all the endings easy, as long as you remember to stay on the correct path. I spent five hours unlocking a few of the endings before I lost interest. You’ll get your money’s worth if you find the girls attractive and appreciate the humor.

Performance

Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality works well for the most part. There were scenes that would freeze, but continue to play. The subtitles and audio still plays, but the video would freeze. It was only an issue once where I failed the quicktime event, but I was able to go back and complete it without issue. This bug never made me miss any important information, but I was always able to go back to replay the few seconds lost in this way. Unfortunately, the game does not launch on the Steam Deck for those who prefer the convenience of playing on the console.

Story

The story isn’t going to be for everyone. The game is full of innuendos that are not subtle. A lot of the main plot points revolve around these jokes. While I enjoyed the story for how cheesy and silly it gets about getting the girl, not everyone else is. The meta story is about the main character trying to achieve immortality to fulfill his destiny, but a lot of that plot takes a back seat to the romance. At the end of the day, you are playing a game where you are collecting scenes with cute girls.

Conclusion

I love FMVs, and Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality did little to sway my love away from the genre. I love watching cheesy bad movies, and felt the story was a lot of fun. While it may not be a ground breaking FMV or my favorite while we’re at it, I enjoyed every minute of it. I have a soft spot for cheesy harem stories, and this scratches that itch. If you enjoy the genre, the game will earn its paycheck, but if you’re looking for something more serious, you are better off looking elsewhere.

You can pick up Ladies, Don’t Tempt My Immortality on Steam. If you are looking for other cheesy fun dating sim FMVs, check out Love Too Easily and The Fame Game.

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Exploring the Chaos of Goblins of Elderstone Gameplay

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I was sent a free copy of Goblins of Elderstone to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review.

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What is Goblins of Elderstone?

Goblins of Elderstone is a challenging new village builder out now on Steam.

Hook

Help build a mighty goblin empire as you brave the elements, gather resources, and build the next great civilization. But this is no easy task. Goblins are a chaotic race that tends to be a bit unruly. While you may set your orders, it won’t always get done. There are also dangers that hunt the goblins down if you aren’t careful. Can you master the chaos, or will the chaos become overwhelming and brick your run?

Gameplay

Players take control of a small group of goblin settlers as they work towards building a mighty goblin empire. Players command goblins to gather materials, build structures, or do combat. This is pretty much your standard village builder, but the Goblins tend to do their own thing from time to time. Some times, goblins will go on their own adventure, eat, fight enemies, or huddle by the fire for warmth. It is a bit of an unpredictable twist to the genre, but one that can find its niche in the genre.

Review

I have mixed feelings about Goblins of Elderstone. One one hand, I appreciate the attempt at rejuvenating the genre with a fresh take. On the other, this game is a little broken.

Aesthetic

Goblins of Elderstone has a quirky, boxy aesthetic that gives it its cozy vibe. The more I played the game, the more bland the setting looked. The RNG for map generation needs work. Some maps look fun to explore, and others feel barren with very little in between. I don’t think there was much visually that drew me to this game, especially when you compare it to games like Steam World Build or The Wandering Village.

Gameplay

The game is a little buggy. Pathing for some of the characters doesn’t always work. There are a few bugs, but the devs seem to be working hard on ironing them out. The main draw for this game is the difficulty. Unlike other village builders, Goblins of Elderstone is meant to be hard. I recommend checking out a guide because being inefficient in this game will brick your run. I usually get a couple into a run before I have to reset and follow a guide, but for this game, it was almost instant. Some of the difficulty can be the poor RNG that seems to pollute some of the seeds. Sometimes you get super unlucky and get stuck with a base that has nothing around it. Some people might enjoy the challenge, but I just want to sit back and watch my little goblins work.

Conclusion

I have a hard time recomending Goblins of Elderstone because of the difficulty. After looking up guides and planning my builds a little better, my experience improved, but I still have a hard time picking this over something like Reus 2. The game isn’t bad, it just isn’t my style. The game is meant for people who like a more realistic and chaotic approach to village building. As calculated as you want to be, sometimes your goblins want to do something else and you have to just work around it. Not to mention that you can brick your run early if you aren’t paying attention. I prefer a cozy village builder that lets me sit back and relax. I don’t want to have to have a city planning degree. While I wouldn’t say it is as realistic as City Skylines, the chaos within its code gives the game its charm. It just wasn’t enough to charm me.

If you fancy yourself a more serious village builder and don’t a bit of RNG to shake things up, Goblin of Elderstone is in a good enough spot to earn its MSRP. There are some bugs, but you’ll apprecaite the challenge. If you are here for the cozier side of village builders, check out Fabledom.

You can pick up Globlins of Elderstone on Steam.

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Manairons Review: A Whimsical Adventure Game Worth Playing

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I was sent a free copy of Manairons to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review.

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If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your aesthetic, check out my reviews for the Epomaker QK108, the Redragon Antonium K745 Pro, and the adorable KiiBOOM Meow Pudding keycaps. Check out my latest review of the Fifine M9 Microphone System and the Kiwi Ears Aventus Wireless Headset. The Huanuo Nitroglide dual monitor arm is also pretty cool.

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What is Manairons?

Manairons is a 3D puzzle adventure game out now on on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and coming soon to the Nintendo Switch. The game is Steam Deck verified for those wondering, and it works very well!

Hook

The village of Vilamont is a peaceful one, full of industrious people but also the greedy landlord Llorenç. Llorenç used his influence to find an ancient magical artifact, the “canut”. Using the canut’s magic, Llorenç summons a legion of Manairons to work tireless for him. Almost overnight, the Manairons warp the sleepy town of Vilamont into an overindustrialized machine. One Manairon is able to break free of this spell. With the help from the mysterious witch Nai and a magical flute, our lone Manairon hero must brave Llorenç influence and break his spell. Solve puzzles, fight off possed Manairons, and enjoy a bit of rest here and there. Can our brave hero break the spell and free the Vilamont from Llorenç?

Gameplay

Players control the Manairon through differently themed levels in a wimsical 3D action adventure with fixed cameras. The world of Pyrenees is full of creative puzzles to solve, platforms to clear, and enemies to beat up. Combat in Manairon is simple. You can lock onto enemies, and hit them with your trusty flute. Players get a block and a ranged attack, but the flute is the only thing strong enough to knock out the possessed manairons. All levels build up to creative boss fights. The game also has a collection of scattered items to collect. Can you collect them all before finishing the game?

Review

I absolutely love Manairon, and recommend it to everyone. Manairon is such a cute game with solid mechanics and a great story. If you are a fan of those old school action adventure games, or are just looking for something fun and cute to play, check out Manairon!

Aesthetic

I was first drawn to Manairons because I like the art. I normally don’t play these types of platformers because of how bad I am at them, but the art is so good, I was willing to try. The character design is cute, but I love how the artists go out of their way to create such a cool fantasy. Each level has a unique theme that is more breathtaking than the last, and the attention to detail that goes into the world building is remarkable. It also has a fantastic soundtrack and voice acting that make the experience addicting. I would recommend Manairon for the art alone, but the story is fantastic!

Story

Manairons is a fantastic example of how good video games are at telling stories. This is one of the few times where I couldn’t put the game down because I was so invested in the events that were unfolding. It helps that there is voice acting to help me get swept away by the storytelling. If you like fantasy adventure, Manairons is a fantastic addition to your collection.

Performance

The game has its bugs, and a few of them are gamebreaking. I had a couple of crashes, and there were a few times where the character just gets stuck. Other than that, the performance is fine. Platforming feels good, combat is responsive, and I was able to finish the story without any issue.

Gameplay

When I pick up a platformer, there is always the worry that my lack of skill will keep me from enjoying the game. As far as platformers go, this is very manageable. I wouldn’t say its a kids platformer like Spongebob: The Cosmic Shake or the Smurfs, but I wouldn’t say it is Shovel Knight either. Manairon finds a good balance of challenging puzzles, platforming, and combat without getting frustrating to allow players to enjoy the world and its story. Not that you can’t enjoy a hard platformer if that’s your thing, I just prefer it to be manageable.

What makes this game special is the different worlds that make up the level. Each monster, challenge, and boss is full of flavor. Even though the mechanics are simple and a lot of the loops repeat, the game doesn’t feel repetitive. Every level and stage feels fresh, especially when there are fun and creative puzzles in between.

Conclusion

Manairons is a whimsical fantasy adventure everyone needs to go on once. There are a few bugs I am sure can be fixed, but nothing that will ruin the fun story or the cute world players get to explore. If you are looking for one game to play this year, check out Manairons on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and coming soon to the Nintendo Switch.

If you would your looking for a more challenging kind of plaformer, check out Forgotten Fragments, or check out Worldless for the most unique platformer you’ll ever get to play.

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Is the TH108 Pro Worth It? An Honest Review

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Disclaimer

Mechlands sent me the TH108 Pro mechanical keyboard to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review. Make sure you also check out my reviews for the Mechlands Vibe 108 and Vibe 99 Mechanical Keyboards.

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What’s in the box?

  • TH108 Mechanical Keyboard
  • USB-C to USB-A Braided Cable
  • Key/Switch Puller
  • 2.4 Ghz Wireless Dongle
  • 2 Extra Switches
  • Manual

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Features

The Epomaker TH108 promises to be the last full-sized keyboard gamers need. This stylish keyboard will not only upgrade your aesthetic, but has the features and performance to upgrade that young productivity.

Style

The TH108 Pro comes in three fantastic colors: Black, Blue/White, and Pink. I got mine in pink, but I wouldn’t mind collecting all of the colors.

This fullsized keyboard has 104 keys of swapable cherry profile switches. Each key is lit with customizable RGB, but you can always turn if off if for longer battery life. The TH108 comes with either the Creamy Jade or Sea Salt Silent switches. You’ll want the creamy switches for that disarable typing ASMR, and the Sea Salts if you prefer to sit with your own thoughts. The clean machining give the keyboard its classic feel, but the customizable LED screen and unique volume dial placement give it a modern flare. The fun schemes make it stand out against any setup.

Comfort

Epomaker strives for ergonomic design with a TH108 Pro‘s ideal typing angle. This keyboard does have kickstands for those of us who prefer something a little steeper. The five layer gasket design helps dampen some of the sound without completely eliminating it (unless you get the Sea Salts). Both switches promise a soft and satisfying typing feel that is ready to perform when you need it.

Performance

The TH108 Pro is an easy upgrade for any gamer in need of a full sized keyboard. The 104 switches are designed for low latency performance, with a bit of anti-ghosting protection for when you need it. You have additional switches if any ever fail. The fast wireless connections are perfect for the gamer who wants to reduce wire clutter, but the unbeatable wired connection is always ready for your next raid. Most importantly, the 4000mAh battery boasts a 40 hour life with everything on (200 with everything off) so you don’t have to worry about your keyboard dying mid raid. The handy, customizable LED screen will keep you on top of your battery life so it is never a surprise.

Gimmicks

What makes this keyboard Pro is the customizable LED screen. The screen shows users useful information like date, time, and battery life, but it can be customized with a GIF for some added personality. The side facing volume dial is in the perfect position for easy use.

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Review

The TH108 Pro is a solid keyboard for those who need a full sized key board and want the LED screen. Otherwise, you can make do with just the TH108.

Aesthetic

I received my TH108 Pro keyboard in black, and I love the color scheme. The black makes it look like a classic keyboard, but it has a bit of color accents to make it pop. All the colors look cool though, and I wouldn’t mind it getting the other colors. Looking at you pink. The side facing dial is my favorite feature of this keyboard. It not only looks good, but it feels a lot more natural when tuning my volume. It has definitely ruined normal dials for me. The LED screen make the keyboard look very modern. It will definitely stand out and get you some compliments.

Quality

Out of the box, the keyboard is fine. The machining is solid, and everything looks clean. It is a little on the lighter side so there is a bit of flex, but if you aren’t traveling with it or throwing it around, it’s fine. It looks high quality, and feels good for the price.

Gimmicks

The main selling point for this keyboard is the LED screen. The LED screen is useful, especially for staying on top of your battery life, but I always forget I have it. I don’t even bother customizing the screen with a GIF because I never look at it. For those who want to have that flare and quick access to that information, it works and it is easy to customize. I personally don’t care for keyboards with screens, but I don’t mind having them.

Performance

The keyboard works great. I didn’t notice any ghosting or latency in my testing. The keyboard also has a respectable battery. I got about 40 hours on a single charge with everything on. It did good enough with my MMO grind, and a lot of the indie games I review for this blog. If you need an affordable full sized keyboard that just works, the TH108 Pro can handle whatever you throw at it.

Comfort

The TH108 Pro took some getting used to. The switches feel a little heavy, which caused a bit of fatigue. Not enough to force me to stop typing, but enough to notice some discomfort. I have some hand injuries that require special ergonomics so your mileage may vary. If you need special ergonomics in your full sized keyboard, I would get something like the Redragon Wyvern. The function bar is also not lined up with the number row which made it a little awkward to use in gaming. I never got used to it, and it made the size a little useless. I get the full-sized keyboard for gaming because I need the function bar for Guild Wars. I am sure if I stick with it I can get used to it, but it just feels more efficient to rebind my actions to not use the function bar.

Conclusion

The TH108 Pro is a solid keyboard. It isn’t anything I would rush to, but if this is our budget and you want an LED screen, you aren’t doing much better. This is a keyboard that does just enough. It is comfortable enough to get those long sessions of gaming in, and it works fast enough to keep you competitive. I wouldn’t get this over the TH108 as a matter of taste, but there is nothing wrong if you want a little GIF to spice up your day.

You can pick up the Epomaker TH108 Pro, and other keyboards like it, on the official Mechlands store.

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Konfronto Game Review: Exploring the Quirky Scifi Autobattler

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I was sent a free copy of Konfronto to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinion. This will be my honest review.

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What is Konfronto?

Konfronto is a scifi themed auto-battling backpack management rogue like out now on PC via Steam and Epic Games. The game is currently on sale until March 2nd, 2026.

Hook

Build an intergalactic spaceship that will help you conquer the universe. Fill your ship with competent pilots, powerful ships, and useful facilities as you make your way through the dark reaches of space. There are multiple factions to choose from and countless combinations of mechanics, but only one will reign supreme. Will it be you?

Gameplay

The goal of Konfronto is to build a powerful starship. Players spend each turn buying from a pool of randomly generated parts. These parts consist of ships, facilities, upgrades, and pilots. A part can give players abilities, allow them to attack, give buffs to the ship, or unlock more grids. Parts also have factions that can give added bonuses. Finding the right combination of these parts is key to winning combat.

Combat

Players will spend a turn buying and arranging their parts before sending their ships into battle. Combat in Konfronto is done automatically. Players fight random ships other players create, and the game gives you the option to fast forward and skip the animation. A run is over if a player loses five matches or if they win 10. The hard part is finding parts that successfully synergize with one another.

Backpack Management

The main loop of this game is the backpack management. Players have limited amounts of space in a grid that they fill with each part. Parts can be rotated and more inventory slots can be unlocked, but players must learn to work with their limited space in a way that takes advantage of the games different mechanics.

Review

I love bag management games, and Konfronto is a solid addition to the genre. The game has cool aesthetic and solid mechanics that provide a decent amount of challenge. If you like the scifi theme, give the game a try.

Aesthetic

Konfronto has a quirky scifi theme that just works. I love the character design and the cool flavorful ships that fill the starship. The music score is fantastic and got me into the mood for space combat, but I was not ready for how hard this game was going to be. My only complaint is that the font is a little small and I had trouble reading some of the abilities. This could be an issue with my dyslexia, but it did make me miss some of the mechanics.

Gameplay

The game runs smooth, but the game is hard. There are mechanics and interactions that are not very intuitive. They will click eventually, but it still feels likes I am missing some key mechanics that keep me from doing better. You might need to look at guides online if you want to get more serious about your climb, but I had fun trying to figure things out on my own. I appreciate that there are different modes to encourage different playstyles, although I mainly stuck the regular mode because of personal preference. I don’ think I would choose this game over Backpack Hero or even NeoDuel: Backpack Monsters.

Conclusion

Whether or not you should get this game really depends on whether or not you like the theme. The game is small, but it offers a good amount of challenge and customization. The theme is also solid with fun quirky art to make it memorable. Personally, I prefer something on the fantasy side, but I did enjoy the amount of time I played this game. I just wish I could read the words better (although this might be a personal problem). If you are looking for a new and challenging autobattler, go give Konfronto a try.

You can pick up Konfronto on Steam or Epic Games.

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Unlock the Fun: Mosaica: Arboreal Puzzle Gameplay

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I was sent a free copy of Mosaica: Arboreal to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinion. This will be my honest review. This game uses AI.

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If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your aesthetic, check out my reviews for the Epomaker QK108, the Redragon Antonium K745 Pro, and the adorable KiiBOOM Meow Pudding keycaps. Check out my latest review of the Fifine M9 Microphone System and the Kiwi Ears Aventus Wireless Headset. The Huanuo Nitroglide dual monitor arm is also pretty cool.

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What is Mosaica: Arboreal?

Mosaica: Arboreal is a Cookie Cliker like puzzle game out now on Steam. There is a demo available you can try.

Hook

Unwind after a hard day of work with a relaxing game of Mosaica. Unlock beautiful art as you click away at different mosaic puzzles. Collect powerful allies, items, and abilities that will help you unlock puzzles faster. Make sure you recycle any trash you find along the journey. With countless combinations, you are sure to find a combination that will fit your style. What are you waiting for?

Gameplay

Players are given a puzzle of an image that is split into several squares. The higher levels are split into more squares. You solve the puzzle by clicking on a square until it rotates to its proper space. That is the whole loop. Players can level up and unlock abilities and equip items that help them solve the puzzle faster. The images that players unlock can be equipped for useful bonuses. There is also a bag management component that kind of comes into play. This is meant to be a casual, cozy game played when you just want to sit back and relax and collect cute art (if you don’t mind it being edited AI art).

Review

If you are offended by AI art, don’t play Mosaica: Arboreal. The dev does a decent job at fixing up the pictures to look nice, but it still looks like AI. I would have preferred the game have commissioned art, but for what it is, I guess its fine. This is is a causal game that you throw on when you don’t want to get too invested, don’t want to think, and just want to sit back and relax. While there may be strategy somewhere in this game, you are just clicking squares and watching the flashing animations.

Story

There seems to be a story, but it isn’t important. It feels like AI wrote blurbs about saving the forces which are an attempt at adding flavor, but I stopped reading them early on. They don’t really add much to the game except attempt to make it thematic, but this game is fine without the attempt at a story. This is a game about clicking stuff after all.

Art

The art in this game is clearly AI generated, but edited by a human to give it that human touch. As a result, there is a bit of homogeneity that stems across all of the puzzles. There are puzzles in this game that are the same figure and pose with a recolor to match the season. Most people aren’t going to like the fact that this is AI, and that is a valid criticism. I personally think it makes the game feel generic. It lacks soul and a tangible flavor that would help the game stand out against the genre. It makes the game fine for the few minutes I’ll play it, but I will probably forget I ever played it. If you don’t mind the AI art, the game is a solid cozy respite for those who need it.

Gameplay

I think Mosaica attempts to fill a niche in gaming that is needed. The low effort feel of its development is its main detriment, but the need it fills is real. The game works fine and achieves what it is designed to do. If you are looking for a cozy game to unwind with that is low effort and no commitment, Mosiaca is that. Sure there is probably a solvable formula of combinations baked into the game, but I got through this game just fine clicking randomly at my screen and hoping for the best. There is something almost therapeutic about clicking away at these puzzles, but it is a therapy I can only muster once, for 30 minutes. I don’t think I will play this game again because there isn’t anything for me here, but I like that it is there if I ever need it.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a cozy mindless game and don’t mind the use of AI, get Mosaica: Arboreal. You’ll get at least the $5 of fun out of it. For everyone else, keep on looking.

You can pick up Mosaica: Arboreal on Steam. If you are looking for a more challenging puzzle and don’t mind a little horror, check out Bye Sweet Carole.

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Vultures: Scavengers of Death Demo Review

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I was sent the Vultures: Scavengers of Death demo to review for my blog. I understand the game is not finished yet, so I will try to be a bit more lenient with my review. That said, this will be my honest impressions of the game.

Shameless Self Promotion

If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your aesthetic, check out my reviews for the Epomaker QK108, the Redragon Antonium K745 Pro, and the adorable KiiBOOM Meow Pudding keycaps. Check out my latest review of the Fifine M9 Microphone System and the Kiwi Ears Aventus Wireless Headset. The Huanuo Nitroglide dual monitor arm is also pretty cool.

Make sure you check out the free ways you can support me, like using my Amazon affiliate link before you buy anything. It really helps me out if you do. You can also always buy me coffee! Don’t forget to share this review with your friends!

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What is Vultures: Scavengers of Death?

Vultures is a tactical survival horror game with a retro vibe and frightening atmosphere. The game releases some time this year, but there is a demo available in the mean time. Don’t forget to wishlist!

Hook

Blood thirsty mutants eat away at civilization. The world as we knew it has ended and replaced by a chaotic frenzy of survival. The cure to this madness is believed to be somewhere in the zombie infested boarders of Salento Valley. Two brave Vulture operatives must navigate its dangerous streets in the ultimate test of human survival. Armed with only the tools left behind from a crumbling civilization, the two are humanities only hope. Do they have what it takes to to save the world?

Gameplay

Take control of Leopoldo and Amber as you guide them through a city infested with blood thirsty mutants with limited supplies and weapons. Danger lurks around every corner. Can you survive long enough to find the cure?

Exploration

Exploration is turn based. Each character can move up to six spaces per turn outside of combat. Combat begins when they are spotted by an enemy. During exploration, players can collect clues, weapons, and other useful items. The game starts players with basic weapons, and encourages exploration by hiding useful supplies and more powerful weapons around the world. The trick is not getting overrun by mutants.

Combat

During a combat encounter, players can only move three spaces and have three action points to spend. Action points can be spent on using items, or attacking. Each action has a unique cost. Managing costs and supplies during a combat encounter is key to survival. You don’t have to kill everything in your way. Sometimes it is better to run and live to fight another day.

Impressions

I’ve become incredibly hyped for a strategy game that I am terrible at. Vultures: Scavengers of Death is one of my my most anticipated titles this year by a lot. This game has a fantastic atmosphere, great gameplay mechanics, and a solid story. If you like retro survival games like the original resident evil, Vultures needs to be on your watchlist.

Aesthetic

The game has that retro aesthetic that reminds me of the old school gaming I grew up with. But it does more than use this nostalgic design to look good, the devs go above and beyond to create an atmosphere that is genuinely terrifying. The world looks grungy and dark. Players are surrounded by death and destruction. The walls are splattered with blood. The dark corridors hide unknown dangers, and there is a terrifying soundscape that will keep you at the edge of your seat. Everything from the mutants that hunt you relentlessly to the anxiety of running out of supplies gives this low poly demo a memorable horror experience, and I need more!

Gameplay

I love turn-based dungeon crawlers, and Vultures brings a fun, refreshing twist to the genre with some solid horror survival mechanics. I just wish I was better at the game. The overwhelming forces of mutants and the limited supplies means you have to play this game a little different. I kept charging into rooms guns blazing only be humbled by a low level zombie. The combat in this game is solid. I don’t do well with horror games, but the turn-based system made the game a lot more manageable. I could take breaks when I got too freaked out without risking losing progress. Eventually, I managed to get through the demo, but I really wish I didn’t. It makes me mad that I have to wait for more content, but I’ll wait as long as I need to and let them cook.

Conclusion

If you are a fan of horror survival games, you should check out the Vultures: Scavengers of Death. Even if you don’t like strategy games, the way this game builds its horror is something you need to experience once. Vultures has a cool retro feel, a solid story hook, and good mechanics that will have you wanting more. The demo is fantastic, and I can’t wait to play the full game. Until then, it’s going right on my Wishlist.

You can check out the Vultures: Scavengers of Death demo on Steam.

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Dark Quest: Remastered Review – A Nostalgic Dungeon Crawler

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I was sent the Dark Quest remastered edition to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review.

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What is Dark Quest?

The classic dungeon crawler, Dark Quest, just got a well deserved remaster. This classic has been adapted for a modern audience with updated graphics, art, systems, and a new shiny engine to make it run smoothly. Owners of the original Dark Quest on Steam and enjoy the remaster edition as a free upgrade.

Hook

An evil sorcerer builds a dungeon deep beneath the village of Darkwood. Its evil leaks onto the surface, spreading death and despair to the neighboring villages. A small band of heroes dares to brave the darkest depths of these dungeons and bring an end to the end of terror. Do these three brave heroes have what it takes to take down the evil sorcerer and his dark army, or will his darkness consume the planet?

Gameplay

This is a very classic feeling dungeon crawler. Players control a party of three unique heroes: Wizard, Dwarf, and Barbarian. Players explore each floor of the dungeon in a turn-based system similar to a board game. During a turn, a character can move, attack, loot, or use an item. Players explore the floor until they complete the objective, or all characters die. Dying takes a player back into town where they can prep for the next delve.

Exploration

Dark Quest is a grid based dungeon crawler. A character’s speed determines how far across the grid a character can move per turn. A character’s speed can be increased with items they buy from town. Dungeons in Dark Quest are hidden behind a fog of war. The fog of war limits a character’s movement. War Fog is lifted as players explore the dungeon.

Dice of Fate

Occasionally, the evil sorcerer will roll the dice of fate against a character. This roll can either deal damage to a character or heal them. This RNG is a gamble that will either save or ruin a run.

Combat

Combat in this game is simple. If a character is in range with an enemy, they can attack. Attacks can miss, and there are death saves. Players can buy items in town that can help skew the numbers in their favor.

Town

Between delves, players can use the gold the earn from the dungeon to buy useful items like potions, weapons, and gear. Money earned during a run is carried out, even if the party wipes. Being strategic with the purchases is key for success.

Does it work on the Steam Deck?

The game works great on the Steam Deck, but I would expect it to. The low-poli simple style of the game is ideal for handheld, although there are a few quirks that make the game annoying. I often would lose the mouse over when trying to move a character, and it was annoying to get it back so I could move my character. Otherwise, the game is a solid, chill experience on the Steam Deck.

Review

If you are fan of classic dungeon crawlers, or want the experience of playing a dungeon crawler on Roll20 without a dungeon master, Dark Quest has its appeal. The problem I have with this game is that even as a remaster, the game feels dated. Why would you play this over Dark Quest 4?

Aesthetic

I like the simple UI and concept of the game. The sprites look very cool and I appreciate the fantasy vibe the game successfully captures. You are either going to love the old school feel of this game, or hate it. I would look at the trailer and go from there.

Gameplay

The game is fine if you are looking for a laid back dungeon crawler that is simple and doesn’t demand much resources. It is a very chill game that is easy to master, but one that has a bit of a slow grind. At least it feels slow compared to later installments of the game. I think this was made for those enjoy the nostalgia of this type of dungeon crawler. It feels like playing a board game, but there are a few quirks that make it a little annoying to play. I enjoyed my time with it, and definitely got $5 of fun of it, but it is hard to recommend it over one of the later installments.

Conclusion

Dark Quest is a decent remaster. The game has cool art and solid gameplay. If you are a fan of the old school style dungeon crawlers, you’ll get your fun, but I still recommend you start with Dark Quest 4. Dark Quest 4 improves on so many of the issues I have with this game, and is definitely worth getting into if you haven’t.

You can pick up Dark Quest: Remastered on Switch, Xbox, PlayStation and Steam.

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Aula x Epomaker F75 Max Review: The Best Budget Mechanical Keyboard

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Mechlands sent me the Epomaker x Aula F75 Max for free to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review. Make sure you also check out my reviews for the Vibe108 and Vibe99. I’ll be using my Mechlands affiliate link where possible. It really helps me out if you end up buying from them directly.

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What’s in the box?

  • F75 Max Mechanical Keyboard
  • USB-C to USB-A Cable
  • 2 x Extra LEOBOG Reaper Switches
  • Shortcut Sheet
  • Wireless Dongle
  • Key/Switch Puller
  • User Manual

Features

Aula and Epomaker come together to make another spectacular, stylish compact keyboard that is ready to not only take on your next raid night, but upgrade your aesthetic. Whether you need a work horse for that nine to five, or a daily beater for your epic grind, the F75 Max is looking like a strong contender with a very reasonable price tag.

Aesthetic

The Aula x Epomaker F75 Max comes to us as a 75% keyboard with a TFT customizable screen and a knob. The 75% layout means that it is compact enough to fit on any desk, but with enough utility to make it worth it. The keyboard comes in four flavors: White Blue, Black, Pink White, and Caramel Pudding.

This keyboard looks great in every color, but all the keys and switches can be easily swapped if you ever want to change up the aesthetic. Each key is lit up by south facing LEDs for some added customization, but you can always use the keyboard with everything off.

Gimmicks

What makes this 75 a Max edition is its included TFT screen and Knob. The TFT screen displays useful information like date, time, battery life, and connection type. Meaning you don’t have to memorize any shortcuts to know how much gaming you have left on your current charge. Most notably, the keyboard comes with built in media and volume controls, so you never have to leave the game to adjust your volume.

Comfort

The F75 Max comes with a comfortable typing angle out of the box that should be suitable for most users. It does have a two-stage kickstand for people like me who prefer a steeper angle. The gasket design helps mitigate some of that sound so you still get that satisfying thack, without keeping the whole house up with your typing. Most importantly, the switches and the board give users the soft typing feel they crave at a very reasonable price.

The F is for Gaming

For those of you who need a little more utility for your gaming needs, the F75 Max is compatible with NKRO. The fast wireless connections on both wireless and bluetooth make it a strong competative tool, and the 1000hz poling rate on USB make it invaluable. There is a wired version for those who prefer the edge and don’t mind the cable clutter.

Performance

At this price, the F75 Max promises to be an unrivaled work horse. The switches promise long lasting, anti ghosting technology for accurate inputs out of the box. The impressive 4000 mAh battery promises about 30 hours of use with all of the lights on so you don’t have to worry about reaching for a wire during your most important team fight. Whether you need to spend long hours at the office or finish that last paragraph for finals, you can can count on the Aula x Epomaker F75 Max to be there for you.

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Review

The Aula x Epomaker F75 Max is an impressive budget keyboard that has all the keys you need, plenty of the style you want, and all more utility than you can handle. If you are looking for an upgrade for your setup, make it the F75 Max.

Looks

These Aula colabs always look good. If your intention is to have a good looking keyboard that isn’t going to drain your bank account, these colabs are a great entry point. My issue with these colabs is that while they look good, they are hit or miss. Some of them look good, but have a general cheapness that can’t be ignored. Others strait up don’t worth. Luckily, the F75 Max seems to be a step in the right direction where you get a good amount of value and utility as well as a good looking keyboard. I got the Caramel Pudding keyboard and absolutely love the scheme. The other colors look good too, but the unique ones with the prints are fun.

Quality

With the F75 Max, you are still getting a cheap keyboard. If you’ve never used a finer keyboard, you won’t notice the flaws. But there is some cheapness. With the Carmel Pudding, some of the designs looks smudged and the print quality isn’t great. It doesn’t seem like they will rub off any time soon, but you can definitely buy better custom keycaps. For what it is it, the keyboard is still fun and looks nice on the table. The machining is fine, the keycaps feel nice to the touch, and all of the keys work. Most people will be impressed by the unique, and quirky vibe this keyboard will bring to your aesthetic.

Gimmicks

I’ve mentioned it before, I don’t care much for screens on my keyboards. It is nice to have a battery indicator, but I get a notification popup on screen when the battery is low anyways. Aside from the initial novelty, I never really look down to look at the screen. It is nice to have, but not as nice as the knob. The knob works as intended. It is smooth, responsive, and one of the features I look for in my keyboards.

Comfort

The F75 Max is small, but it doesn’t feel small. I have big hands and always worry when I get these types of keyboard, but I never had issues with the F75 Max. The keys feel really nice, and the switches are soft to reduce hand strain. The typing angle is perfect out of the box. Honestly, this is one of the rare instances where I didn’t have to adjust or get used to a keyboard. The F75 Max was comfortable out of the box.

Performance

I’ve used keyboards from this line that straight up didn’t work. I’ve had to change out switches or give up on them entirely. I am happy to report that I had no issues with the F75 Max. The keyboard works out of the box, with little noticeable latency. It handles my MMO grind on wireless comfortably and without issue. The battery life is incredible. It boasts 30 hours with all the lights on, and I got about that. I even lost the charging cable from how little I needed it throughout my testing. I don’t use any of the NKRO stuff for gaming, but I am sure it has its uses for those who need it.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a high quality budget keyboard with a cool aesthetic, get the Aula x Epomaker F75 Max. This is a fantastic entry mechanical keyboard at an unbeatable price. I definitely recommend it, especially if you don’t need to get that fancy with your setup.

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Why Anthem#9 is the Must-Play Game of 2026

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I was sent a free copy of Anthem#9 to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review.

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What is Anthem#9?

Anthem#9 is a stylish, colorful gem matching roguelike out now on Steam. There is a demo available that you should download, and a 10% discount until February 18, 2026.

Hook

You are an agent of the secret organization, Anthem#9. You have been tasked with maintaining the world order from the shadows. Use your special abilities to take down enemies, complete missions, and achieve the highest score possible. Can you pull off the epic combos that will save the world? Do you have what it takes to beat the challenge modes or be the worlds best gem matcher? You’ll need to play to find out.

Roguelike

Players will set off on a classic roguelike adventure with a basic set of skills. The game currently has three playable characters:Rubit, Phannie, and Beni. Each character has unique abilities, playstyles, and flavor. Players can unlock more powerful abilities throughout their adventure, or upgrade existing cards. Players can play through the story, or explore one of the endless modes. A run in Anthem#9 is over when the player’s health drops to zero.

Combat

Combat in Anthem#9 seems simple, but there are a bit of nuances that give the game its depth. Players are given two decks, each with three abilities they can cast. These abilities can be swapped between encounters or at shops. Each ability has a gem cost. Players cast the abilities by playing the gem cost. Gems are randomly generated each round, and gems that aren’t used carry over.

For example, the cost an ability is red and blue, players must pay on red and blue gem in that order to cast the ability. Gems used for casting carry over. Players can use the same gem to cast two different spells. This means I could play a card that starts with blue without having to spend another blue gem.

The key is to create combos of abilities by blending the different card costs into a powerful epic attack. If done correctly, an enemies abilities can be cancelled by getting high enough combos. The trick is to create decks that make it easy to pull of huge combos that not only do a lot of damage, but are able to cancel enemy actions.

Blessings

Players also pick up blessings along their adventure. Blessings are cards that can be cast at the start of each round that give players special abilities. Once a blessing is used, it gets discarded. You can deck out during combat, so use your blessings wisely. Players can choose from three random blessings at the end of combat to build more powerful decks.

Review

I knew I wanted to play Anthem#9 since I first saw the trailer. The game has very cool art, and I am always down to play puzzle games. I tried the alpha when it came out and have been waiting anxiously ever since. After playing the game for a few hours, I can honestly say that this game has become my obsession. I love Anthem#9, and I can see it being one of my favorite games this year.

Aesthetics

Most people will be drawn into Athem#9 for its artstyle. The art is the reason I started playing the game in the first place. The game has a cool Persona vibe that I can get behind. It has cool looking characters, fun animations, and a fantastic soundtrack. If you like the cool anime aesthetic, you won’t be disappointed. I hope they come out with new characters to give the game some longevity.

Story

The game has a story, but it is a little basic. None of it really stood out, and it didn’t really add much to the characters. There are some interesting moments of flavor, but I am not playing this game for the story. I am playing this game for the gem matching goodness I didn’t know I needed.

Steam Deck?

Anthem#9 game plays perfectly on the Steam Deck. Some of the text is a little small, but it doesn’t matter. It plays great on PC, but I love that I can play this in bed. If you are looking for a chill Steam Deck game, you will be hard pressed to find one better than Anthem#9.

Gameplay

The Gameplay is my favorite aspect of Anthem#9. This game is my new addiction, and it has successfully earned a permanent spot on my Steam Deck. I never thought a gem matching game could be so much fun, but here I am, obsessed. The animations are flashy and fun, the abilities are cool and flavorful, and the strategy side of things keeps me engaged. I love the feeling of finally finding the right assortment of blessing and abilities that let me pull of those insane combos. It feels even better when I cancel all of the enemy abilities. My only regret is that I am not playing Anthem#9 right now. In fact, I almost didn’t write this review because I wanted to keep playing.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a fun, chill puzzle game with cool art and flavor, you need to play Anthem#9. I had a lot of fun with this game, and plan to continue to have fun with it moving forward. It is definately the game I am picking up on my down time, and it is the game I will be recommending to everyone moving forward. I really hope that the devs introduce new characters in the future because I want to see what cool mechanics they come up with. Until then, there is enough content available for you to have $15 of fun.

You can pick up Anthem#9 on Steam, or check out the demo if you don’t believe me.