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MathBrush reviews String Theory: "A tense Thanksgiving hiding your sexuality and learning secrets " September 7, 2024
"This game was interesting; I'm not sure if it's actually complete or not, as the story ended a little abruptly for me. It did give me an..." - See full review
MathBrush reviews Miss Gosling's Last Case: "A dog-gone murder mystery" September 7, 2024
"This was a long game! It took me around 3 to 4 hours to finish, possibly because clicking links wasn't quite as fast as typing, but it..." - See full review
A new listing for An Unexpectedly Green Journey, by James Isaac September 6, 2024
Called stupid brutes, orcs are hated and looked down upon by all! If only an orc could unify the clans and turn the hordes against their enemies. Harness your might, and the power of gods and demons, to...
Adam Cadre reviews Nightfall: "Featured on Radio K: Ask/Tell #18" September 6, 2024
"Alex Hoffer and I discuss Nightfall at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxL0LpvOKtE&t=399s"
Adam Cadre reviews Lord Bellwater's Secret: "Featured on Radio K: Ask/Tell #18" September 6, 2024
"Phoebe Ng and I discuss Lord Bellwater's Secret at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxL0LpvOKtE&t=25s"
MathBrush reviews The Bat: "An entertaining farce as a valet covering for a master in crisis" September 6, 2024
"Playing this game was a whirlwind of associations, expectations, references, and laughs. You play as the valet to Bruce Wyatt,..." - See full review

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