Recent reviews by SpeedBeatz

This really does feel like the pinnacle of bankbank's puzzle games in this style. The number of "ohhhh" moments in the first five minutes of play as the mechanics fall in place is unparalleled and guarantees you'll be hooked on the gameplay. I'm loving the presentation too, really good intersection of the various Wainstop artstyles that assault the senses, and being able to customize puzzle colors is great. The level editor isn't really my thing but it's great that it's included. Haven't checked out multiplayer yet but I am itching to school some Jube-heads. LONG LIVE RUBELARD.

I originally read Primate Signal when it was released as a novelette e-book in 2013, but having experienced it now in visual novel form, it legitimately feels like it was always intended for this medium. The striking visuals and slightly unnerving soundtrack work extremely well with the story, making the world feel just "off" enough to draw the reader in. Like any good VN, there's a lot of waxing philosophical, but it's punctuated with enough levity and humor to remind you that only the characters are insane, not the author. For the uninitiated, Primate Signal is the perfect gateway drug to some of the Wainstop crew's weirder offerings, and for die-hard fans it's the ideal way to experience this piece that you might have missed the first time around.

THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK.

The soundtrack alone is worth the price tag, the Stage 2 theme is a legit banger. Big props to Wainstop for keeping this classic preserved and available.

Tess Elated is a whole lot of fun, putting just a bit of unique spin on classic puzzle game fun - it plays like a mix of minesweeper and picross, with some extra elements to get your brain working. The difficulty curve is nice, and the skill system keeps things fresh (and fair) on higher difficulty levels. The homestretch of the easy difficulty level does start to feel maybe a bit *too* easy, but the jump to normal hooks you right back in. The quirky story, charming visuals, and catchy music tie everything together into a package that's well worth the cost of admission. Great to see leaderboard support, too!

Ticket is a fun, if at times slightly frustrating game with a hell of a lot of personality. There are so many small, subtle touches that you'll notice something new every time you play. Go for 100% and find your favorite horse!

Though a little on the short side, I enjoyed MURI a lot. Perfect nostalgia for classic DOS games, especially the first Duke Nukem. More than worth the cost of admission.