Rovarsson

Belgium

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Member since November 28, 2019
Last visited November 2, 2025
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I prefer Story over Puzzles. Except when I don't.

I do not have an objective checklist to determine ratings. Much depends on my expectations and personal preferences.
I pay a lot of attention to the use of space and the overall writing, the arc of tension.

Reading the review will give a better idea of my assessment of a game.

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Reviews by Rovarsson

GUT THE MOVIE, by Coral Nulla October 24, 2025

"The main cycle of the game is straightforward and simple: get money, spend money. The plot-driving objective, the goal of the game, is to..." - See the full review

Meurtre dans la station spatiale - 4h, by maximejr October 24, 2025

"In the not too distant future, a biotechnologically enhanced judicial registrar puts the protagonist, a newly appointed detective, to the..." - See the full review

~~~Into Darkness~~~, by Jacic October 24, 2025

"A tale of sorrow, And comfort sought Between the trees, by mirror pool, This author has Intently wrought. Voice of shade and waters cool...." - See the full review

The Loneliest House, by Tabitha October 24, 2025

"Layers. Fence, door, dome. Wood and paint, intricate carvings and ironwork designs. Longing, imagination, indifference to all else. A..." - See the full review

Kenam Moorwak - Chronicles of the Moorwakker, by Jupp October 23, 2025

"A text-based RPG with combat tactics and levelling-up your abilities. I must say, I haven’t played a lot of games in this genre. The..." - See the full review

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Rovarsson's Played Games List

GUT THE MOVIE, by Coral Nulla
Meurtre dans la station spatiale - 4h, by maximejr
~~~Into Darkness~~~, by Jacic
The Loneliest House, by Tabitha
Hauntless, by Abby Blenk

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