Taking Flight - #LegoBatman #LegoBatmanLegacyoftheDarkKnight #VPSupport / #VPRepost / #VirtualPhotography

I'm Batman! 🦇 - #LegoBatman #LegoBatmanLegacyoftheDarkKnight #VPSupport / #VPRepost / #VirtualPhotography

..and that's game 26 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Now that's more like it! Feel this is possibly one of the most underrated games in the series. For me it ticks all the right Resi boxes and is a great return to form. Next up: Resident Evil Village (nearing the end now)

Tonight's cinema visit.. what an outstanding film! #Obsession

..and that's game 25 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 6 This was such a slog. Incredible how a series can go from the heights of Resi 4 to whatever the hell this game is! Just glad Capcom decided to take the series in a fresh direction following this one. Next up: Resident Evil 7: Biohazard

My latest Indie obsession has arrived - #DeadAsDisco It's like the gaming lovechild of Sifu & Hi-Fi Rush mixed with the combat of Batman Arkham, and I'm all here for it! It's Early Access at the moment but still well worth a purchase. A demo is also available on Steam if you need convincing.

..and that's game 24 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil Revelations 2 Had fond memories of this one and the replay held up. It's a marked improvement over the first Revelations game. Puts its episodic structure to good use and has an AI partner system that actually works Next Up: Resident Evil 6

What a night! - #TheProdigy It's about 20 years since I last saw them live and they are as good as ever. I'm going to ache tomorrow though 😆

..and that's game 23 of 2026 completed - Pragmata Capcoms run of quality titles continues with this excellent 3rd person shooter. Felt very reminicent of 360/Gamecube era games like Vanquish and PN-03. Sublime visuals, engaging combat and a satisfying ending all elevate it to a must play status.

..and that's game 22 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 5 Some very questionable design decisions leave this one being a bit of a mess. The forced co-op hasn't aged well at all, with the majority of the time being spent preventing Sheva from wasting all the ammo Next up: Resident Evil Revelations 2

Resident Evil 4: Remake #VPSupport / #VPRepost / #VirtualPhotography

..and that's game 21 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil Revelations It's around this time that the series had lost its way a little. A good setting is squandered by overly simplistic gameplay, an awful bunch of side characters and a real lack of atmosphere. Next up Resident Evil 5

..and that's game 20 of 2026 completed - Replaced Taken a short break from my Resi playthroughs to make time for this one. Have had my eye on its development for a couple of years & the final game hasn't disappointed. Some of the best pixel artwork Ive seen, with a killer soundtrack too. Loved it!

There have been some mighty fine pixel art based Indie titles over the past few years and #Replaced is right up there with the best of them. A truly beautiful game and well worth the wait! @thunderfulgames.bsky.social @replacedgame.bsky.social

..and that's game 19 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 4 Remake Easily the best of the modern remakes. Fleshing out the original in all the right areas whilst still remaining true to the main story beats and key moments. Next up: Resident Evil Revelations

Infected - Resident Evil 4: Remake #VPSupport / #VPRepost / #VirtualPhotography

..and that's game 18 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 3 Remake Definitely the weakest of the remakes. Its short playtime and massive deviation from the original release really dont help matters. Coupled with incredibly linear maps (even by Resi standards) and a real absence of any form of puzzles.

..and that's game 17 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 2 Remake Still making progress with my series re-playthrough despite the recent distraction of Crimson Desert. I can definitely see why everone adores the remake but I find it never quite handles the intertwining story as well as the original.

..and that's game 16 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil HD Remaster (2015) For me still the definitive Resident Evil experience with the perfect balance of action, puzzle solving, resource management, atmosphere and bad acting. Next up.. Resident Evil 2 Remake

..and that's game 15 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 0: HD Remaster (2016) Not sure what was the tougher fight in this one, the bosses or the games inventory management system! Limited item space, no storage boxes & lots of backtracking all add to the frustration. Still looks great though!

...and that's game 14 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 4 (2005) Always a pleasure playing through this one. The combat still holds up incredibly well (even after playing Requiem), with plenty of iconic scenes throughout. A true classic of its era Next up Resident Evil: Zero.. definitely this time

..and that's game 13 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil: CODE Veronica X The playthroughs continue with another of my favourites. It's definitely one of the series more challenging titles. I'm now just hoping the rumours of it getting the remaster treatment are true. Next up Resident Evil: Zero

..and that's game 12 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil: Requiem Now that's how you celebrate a milestone anniversary! A true next gen experience that perfects the Resident Evil feel. Cleverly managing to incorporate elements from 30 years worth of ever evolving titles, all to an astounding effect.

..and that's game 11 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (1999) Think I actually appreciate this one more today than upon its original release. Also never realised just how much was cut out of the RE3 Remake. Next up is Code Veronica X, tag teaming alongside a playthrough of Requiem

Only a couple of hours in but so far it's been exceptional 🖤 - #ResidentEvilRequiem

..and that's game 10 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil 2 (1998) Absolutely loving replaying through these. Resi 2 has always held the top spot of my most beloved games and this playthrough has reconfirmed it. Actually prefer the handling of the intertwining stories in this one more than the remake.

..and that's game 9 of 2026 completed - Resident Evil (1996) Possibly my most replayed game ever and one I still love dearly to this day. Decided to start a re-playthrough of the entire series in between bigger releases this year. Perfect timing given the 30th anniversary of the franchise.

and that's game 8 of 2026 completed - Dino Crisis 2 Never actually completed this upon its original release, and it's been great revisiting it. Much more action based than the first game but still perfectly playable and enjoyable to this day. Next up starts my re-playthrough of the Resi franchise.

..and that's game 7 of 2026 completed - Dino Crisis My survival horror kick in the runup to RE9's release continues with a playthrough of this Capcom classic. Hopefully any renewed interest following its recent Steam release leads to a full blown remake at somepoint.

..and that's game 6 of 2026 completed - Crisol: Theater of Idols This ticks all the right old school survival horror boxes with some interesting imagery, varied puzzles & satisfying gunplay. Just lacks in the enemy variety department. Certainly packs plenty of game for the insanely cheap price too

..and that's game 5 of 2026 completed - Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon Essentially an indie Skyrim which exceeds expectations in almost every area. Tells a unique story across three massive acts. Also be sure to play the Sanctuary of Sarras DLC. It's the very definition of a sleeper hit.

..and that's game 4 of 2026 completed - Cairn My god I LOVED this game! Such a beautiful, challenging and unique gaming experience. One that offers a true journey of survival and perseverance, with some fantastic environmental storytelling along the way.

..and that's game 3 of 2026 completed - No Rest For The Wicked (Early Access) Probably the best early access release Ive played since Baldurs Gate 3. Moon Studios have something VERY special on their hands here. Completed all currently available story content & now eagerly awaiting the 1.0 release

..and that's game 2 of 2026 completed - Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Thoroughly enjoyed this over the Xmas period. Whilst it obviously retreads a lot of the same ground as BOTW, the new additions and gameplay refinements elevate it even further. A true masterpiece of open world game design

..and that's game 1 of 2026 completed - Dispatch Off to a good start with this incredible interactive story. Yes the actual gameplay may feel a bit mundane but my god the writing, acting and animation more than make up for it. Can't recall a more immediately likeable bunch of characters.

Happy New Year everyone! Hope to be more active on here again during 2026. In the meantime though here's a final recommendation for a few indies that didnt quite make my top 10 of the year, but still thoroughly deserve a play: BallxPit Ninja Gaiden Ragebound System Shock 2 Remaster Eternal Strands

..and here they are. My top 10 games of 2025: 1 - Hades 2 2 - Absolum 3 - The Seance of Blake Manor 4 - Donkey Kong Bananza 5 - Hollow Knight Silksong 6 - Blue Prince 7 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 8 - Pipistrello and the Cursed Yo-yo 9 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance 10 - Ninja Gaiden 2: Black

..and that's game 50 of 2025 completed 🎉 - Ghost Town Easily one of the best standalone Meta Quest titles I've played. Builiding on the foundations of the Room VR this one offers a series of Escape Room style puzzles, in realistic settings. All wrapped around a well told supernatural story.

Two weeks off work and settling in to a playthrough of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom over the festive period.. Happy days! 🎄

..and that's game 49 of 2025 completed - Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons Battlemarked I always tend to get back into VR gaming this time of year and this one was a real cracker. The Demeo/D&D colab is a match made in heaven and captures the tactical combat of tabletop gaming perfectly.

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..and that's game 48 of 2025 completed - Routine My favourite kind of atmospheric horror game. One with a consistent sense of foreboding, plenty of puzzles and the occassional jumpscare. Any SOMA lovers will be right at home with this game. Now the question is, can I make it to 50 for the year? 🤔

..and that's game 47 of 2025 completed - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Really really enjoyed this one. Yes the open world desert element is a bit lacking and feels like padding, but the core biomes are as good as the series has even been. It absolutely nails the sci-fi alien world vibes throughout.

..and that's game 46 of 2025 completed - Marvel Cosmic Invasion If Id have played this before Absolum I may have rated it a bit higher but in comparison this definitely lacks any real form of lasting depth or variety. The incredible pixel work on the key cast of characters is to be commended though

..and that's game 45 of 2025 completed - Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Dead Rising is probably one of my most replayed game of any series. It's time based gameplay was divisive at the time but for me it's the games biggest pull. Adding a much needed sense of urgency to the zombie slaying antics.

..and that's game 44 of 2025 completed - Neon Inferno A beautiful retro run'n'gun shooter with some incredible pixel art/animation. Core gameplay is a mix of Contra with some gallery shooting elements similar to Cabal/Wild Guns (as you also have to contend with enemies in the 2D background plane).

..and that's game 43 of 2025 completed - The Seance of Blake Manor Easily one of the best detective mystery games I've ever played. It's clever, complex, well written, well acted and has a great time based mechanic that pushes you on without being overly stressful. Go play it and thank me later! 😉

Although we are nearing the end of the year, the deluge of top quality Indie games continues in force! Got this little lot to keep me busy at the moment. Each one excellent in their own way. #NeonInferno #TheSeanceOfBlakeManor #MonstersAreComing #Demonschool #IndieGaming

..and that's game 42 of 2025 completed - Dragon Quest I HD-2D Remake A lovingly crafted remake for one of the most enduring JRPG series out there. Really enjoyed the playthrough and the simplicity of it all was actually quite refreshing.

..and that's game 41 of 2025 completed - Silent Hill F As expected the weird and surreal Silent Hill formula transitions incredibly well into this 1960's Japanese horror setting. Only let down by some repetition towards the end and a few overly obscure puzzles along the way.