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AppWizard

November 12, 2025

Rue Valley review

Rue Valley, developed by Emotion Spark and published by Owlcat, is set to launch on November 11, 2025, priced at £25. Players assume the role of Eugene Harrow, who is experiencing a mental breakdown and is trapped in a 47-minute time loop while undergoing therapy in a remote motel. The game features isometric maps and emphasizes dialogue over combat, allowing for character customization along various personality traits. Players can use inspiration points to activate "intentions," but the gameplay can become tedious due to the need to gather sufficient inspiration before acting on information learned during the loop. The narrative includes rich background lore but struggles to engage players meaningfully, resulting in a disjointed experience. Despite some moments of brilliance, the overall gameplay is criticized for its repetitiveness and lack of meaningful player agency.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

Build and defend your little time-looping castle town in Super Fantasy Kingdom

Super Fantasy Kingdom is a roguelike city-builder that has entered early access. Players navigate time loops to expand their kingdoms while defending against nightly enemy waves. They start by choosing a hero, such as a knight or priestess, and must gather resources like stone and wood to build their kingdom. Cooking meals that enhance hero abilities is crucial for leveling up heroes and keeping pace with enemies. The game was first showcased at the December 2024 PC Gaming Show, highlighting its undead faction.

AppWizard

April 12, 2025

Narrative puzzle game Causal Loop announced for PC

Publisher Headup and developer Mirebound Interactive have announced the narrative puzzle game Causal Loop, which features a science-fiction storyline focused on time, consequence, and survival. The game will be available on PC platforms such as Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, but a release date has not been provided. Causal Loop includes a unique "echo" mechanic that allows players to record, replay, and interact with up to three versions of their past selves. The narrative follows exo-archaeologist Bale and exo-linguist Jen as they explore the remnants of the lost Tor civilization on the planet Tor Ulsat. Bale activates the Chronolith, an ancient alien device, causing Jen to disappear and trapping him in a reality where time loops and echoes converge. Key features of the game include: - Mind-bending puzzles utilizing the ‘Echo Branching’ mechanic. - A mysterious alien world with fifteen chapters filled with secrets. - An emotional narrative that complements the gameplay. - Fully-voiced characters with a talented cast. - Accessibility options for inclusivity, including features for motion sickness prevention and color blindness mode.