The best video games of 2024
Retro formats and characters are providing hours of entertainment
“Animal Well”
This game has the look and feel of a title from the 1990s, but its simple appearance belies a world of exploration. Players are drawn into an underground labyrinth full of secrets waiting to be unlocked.
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Culture December 7th 2024
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