Ova Magica is an indie title that blends classic farm-life simulation gameplay with monster-raising and battling mechanics. Following a very successful Kickstarter campaign and a rather lengthy period in Early Access, the game has finally launched its 1.0 version on PC, with a console release scheduled to follow shortly after. Was Ova Magica worth the […]
Have you decided to visit Starsand Island? I’ve been playing this for the week prior to release, and wanted to share some hints and tips to start you off playing the early-to-mid game. Due to the open nature of this title, it provides a somewhat general guide, but nothing as direct as a walkthrough. It […]
Starsand Island is an ambitious ‘life simulator’ game by Seed Sparkle Lab, a game developer from China. Following many often anime-themed, similar titles like Story of Seasons and Rune Factory, it has you leave the city searching for an idyllic country life, with farming, crafting, and some light combat. As a disclaimer, unlike most reviews on NookGaming, […]
Our world has taken a curious new form – one that resembles a rather deformed waffle. A usually tasty snack that now makes you feel a tad uneasy as you navigate its uneven, slightly disturbing peaks and troughs. Getting through each day when the world is so bleak can be difficult. I find myself seeking […]
WELCOME TO LITTLEWOOD! (Intro) There’s something truly captivating about the slice-of-life genre. In fact, harvesting crops or cultivating relationships is strangely relaxing to me. Furthermore, as I get older, my reflexes start to falter. So, I appreciate the slower pace these titles have. Littlewood is just the latest entry into the life simulator genre but […]