May 2024 Humble Choice (2024)

Action, Adventure, RPG

From the depths of despair to the heights of heroism, Ichiban Kasuga's story in Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a raucous tale of perseverance against all odds. Navigate through intricate turn-based battles, build relationships with a wide cast of characters, and unravel a deep mystery that’s full of heart, humor, and action, all set against the backdrop of Japan's criminal underworld. You’ll get to know the bustling city of Yokohama well as you engage in a range of side quests with astonishing depth and variety and enjoy all manner of activities, from kart-racing to karaoke. Can you help Ichiban rise from the ashes?

Action

Action, Adventure, RPG

This Soulslike action RPG is set in the aftermath of an alternate French Revolution in which King Louis XVI crushed the uprising with an army of deadly automaton soldiers. You are Aegis, the best of your robot kind and fighting for the good guys, and it’s your job to end the king’s tyrannical rule. In your way is an army of the most advanced mechanized killing machines in 18th century France. On the menu are deep buildcrafting, high-stakes combat, and stunning exquisitely crafted environments begging to be explored. Rub shoulders with historical figures like Marie-Antoinette and Robespierre as you fight for a free France!

Indie, Adventure

Looking for a cozy time beneath the deep blue sea? Loddlenaut sends you to the faraway world of GUP-14, whose gorgeous oceans were despoiled by a megacorp that left their mess after their business was done. You’ll perform your custodial duties with all manner of interesting gadgets specialized to take care of different kinds of pollutants. Your quest to restore the injured ecosystems will bring you face to face with the adorable Loddles, which you can raise and nurture, developing unique traits and abilities depending on what you feed them. Treat yourself to some peaceful time beneath the seas.

Indie, Strategy

King of the Castle might just be your next favorite party game. In this game of medieval multiplayer intrigue, one player is the monarch, and their job is to navigate the treacherous waters of their kingdom, making decisions that could lead to prosperity or utter disaster. Gameplay supports 3 to 24 players, and each participant outside the monarch serves as a member of the royal council, with the ability to to influence the storyline in dramatic ways. Only a single copy of the game is needed to play, so whether you’re hosting in person or via video chat, you’re in for some unforgettable nights of intrigue!

Action, Indie, Adventure

Go for the gold (endless piles of it) in this roguelite side-scrolling dungeon crawler where untold riches and fearsome foes lie in every randomized room. Play solo or team up in a party of up to four, engage in deep, dynamic combat where your abilities evolve as you progress, and unlock new items, modifiers, and more every time you complete a run. If you can master the intricate combat system, learn the ins and outs of build-crafting, and adapt to the hazards of the depths, the fabled hoard of dwarven treasure can be yours!

Indie

Ready for some psychological horror clad in the trappings of a more innocent time? Amanda the Adventurer refers to the titular fictional 1990’s CGI cartoon at the center of this ingenious, nightmarish narrative game. You just inherited your reclusive aunt’s home, and in the attic, you find a collection of VHS tapes. As you watch them, you get the uncanny feeling that the main protagonist of this kid’s show is talking to you… and she means business. Prepare for things to get real unsettling as you uncover what’s beneath this wholesome cartoon’s cheery facade.

Adventure

This striking visual novel tells the story of three young men attempting to rekindle their close friendship following the isolation of the pandemic. What starts as a sensual summer trip to the South of Italy turns out to be something more poignant and profound. You’ll guide the trio through their daily activities, during the course of which you’ll delve into their psyches, discovering what’s simmering deep within. Mediterranea Inferno isn’t afraid to go to some dark places, and it does so in style, with gorgeous illustrations, clever writing, and killer music, all courtesy of the game’s author. Get ready for an unforgettable summer.