Hidden Gems of the Year
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Every year a few small games slip past the headlines. This year's list includes a cosy puzzle adventure, a beautifully drawn platformer and a story you will think about for weeks.
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Every year a few small games slip past the headlines. This year's list includes a cosy puzzle adventure, a beautifully drawn platformer and a story you will think about for weeks.
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Records are more than nostalgia. The ritual of choosing an album, lowering the needle and sitting with the music slows everything down.
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Nothing beats a sofa, a friend and a game that rewards teamwork. Our favourites range from frantic kitchen chaos to calm puzzle quests.
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Pack light, bring a portable charger and arrange a meeting point in case you lose your friends.
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A great soundtrack becomes part of memory. A few notes can bring back an entire world.
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Small, colourful and loaded with classics, modern retro handhelds are tempting. We tested six of them for comfort, screen quality and battery life.
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We spent a week with a young band recording their first album in a converted barn. Mornings were slow, evenings were loud.
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Independent studios are redefining what a game can be, with short, personal experiences that respect your time.