Discover the most captivating games of 2024 that defied expectations and wowed readers, from city builders to cozy adventures and survival horror thrillers.
Here is a summary of the 2024 games that were featured in the Pushing Buttons newsletter:
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Timberborn: A city builder game with a simulation of water dynamics, which has been praised for its great gameplay and features.
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Nine Sols: A Nintendo Switch game inspired by Hollow Knight, with a great story and challenging boss fights.
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Caves of Qud: A science-fantasy roguelike game that is “fantastically bonkers” and endlessly fascinating, but has a steep learning curve.
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Crow Country and Fear the Spotlight: Two survival horror games that are throwbacks to 90s PlayStation era and offer modern playability.
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Pepper Grinder: A game with wonderfully tactile gameplay and graphics synergy, scratching the “where is Drill Dozer on Switch Online itch”.
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Fields of Mistria: A cozy game that provides relaxation and comfort.
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Dead Drop: A Carol Reed Mystery: An English private detective game where you solve murders and mysteries through photography and clues.
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Faaast Penguin: A Japanese multiplayer kart-racer featuring adorable penguins to dress up in silly outfits.
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Little Kitty, Big City: A game that lets players see their own pet cat (or a digital one) on an adventure, providing comfort after losing a real-life pet.
These games offer a diverse range of experiences, from city builders and roguelikes to survival horror and cozy adventures.
