The Almighty Backlog

This week, Ellie returns to Naughty Dog's grim fungal dystopia to follow a story of grief and revenge. The Last of Us Part II 2020 | Naughty Dog / Sony Action-Adventure | PS4 Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No genera...

For Hallowe'en, Ellie descends into the world of liminal horror with the repeating, eerie corridors of The Exit 8 The Exit 8 2023 | KOTAKE CREATE Horror, Walking Sim | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative...

This week Ellie joins the legendary Solid Snake as we sneak onto the reclusive Shadow Moses Island to stop... Metal Gear?! Metal Gear Solid 1998 | Konami Stealth | PS1 Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI...

This week Ellie takes it easy by opening a pop-up bookstore in the quaint and literary town of Bookstonbury. Tiny Bookshop 2025 | Neoludic Games / Skystone Games Simulation | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No gen...

This week, Ellie joins the little red fox Lucky on his adventures in the nostalgic retro-revival platformer, New Super Lucky's Tale! New Super Lucky's Tale 2019 | Playful Studios Platformer | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely h...

This week, Ellie returns to the world of Golden Sun, joining Felix and his party as they attempt to return Alchemy, whether the world wants it or not! Golden Sun: The Lost Age 2002 | Camelot / Nintendo JRPG | GBA Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This rev...

This week, Ellie ventures forth across war-torn Europe to hunt down some villainous vampires and prevent the resurrection of Dracula (again)! Castlevania: Bloodlines 1994 | Konami Action | Mega Drive / Genesis Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review...

This week Ellie throws hands in one of the most iconic and influential team fighters ever made, Marvel vs. Capcom 2! Marvel vs. Capcom 2 2000 | Capcom Fighting | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of...

This week, Ellie joins Lil Gator in trying to recapture the magic of childhood play in Lil Gator Game! Lil Gator Game 2022 | MegaWobble / Playtonic Platformer | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of...

This week Ellie returns to Cvstodia and to the mysterious Castle of the Mists as the Penitent One follows a voice in his mind, urging him to break the Miracle's hold on one cursed couple. Blasphemous II: The Third Sin 2026 | The Game Kitchen / Team17 Metroidvania | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesou...

This week Ellie throws hands with Capcom's eclectic mix of superheroes and video game stars in the first Marvel vs. Capcom title proper! Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes 1998 | Capcom Fighting | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was...

This week, Ellie tags along with Miles Edgeworth as he investigates an attempted assassination and is forced to confront his past. Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor's Gambit Feb 2011 | Capcom Adventure/Puzzle | PS4 Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons...

This week Ellie returns to the faith-stricken land of Cvstodia as the Penitent One rises again to meet the threat of the Grievous Miracle Blasphemous II Aug 2023 | The Game Kitchen / Team17 Metroidvania | PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review w...

This week, Ellie explores the world of Liberl alongside the junior bracers Estelle and Joshua Bright in the beginnings of the twisting political-fantasy drama of the Trails series. Trails in the Sky Jun 2004 | Nihon Falcom / Xseed Games PSP Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License:...

This week, Ellie steps into the ring once more to finish up the last pre-Marvel vs. Capcom game as Marvel and Street Fighter collide again. Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter Jul 1997 | Capcom PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entir...

This week, Ellie treads once more through the haunted halls of Dracula's castle in Rondo of Blood! Castlevania: Rondo of Blood Oct 1993 | Konami PSP Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of any kind was in...

This week, Ellie dives into a strange, reality-bending simulation to try and bring the Earth back from the brink after climate change ruins everything in Viewfinder! Viewfinder Jul 2023 | Sad Owl Studios / Thunderful PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 T...

This week Ellie goes toe-to-toe with endless waves of horror monsters in poncle's bullet heaven masterpiece, Vampire Survivors! Vampire Survivors Oct 2022 | poncle PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI...

This week, Ellie delves into The Last of Us's tragic expansion, Left Behind. The Last of Us: Left Behind Feb 2014 | Naughty Dog / Sony PS4 Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of any kind was involved at...

This week Ellie explores a shattered floating continent in the hopes of restoring it to its former glory. Islets Aug 2022 | Kyle Thompson / Armor Games PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of any kind...

This week, Ellie joins the young witch Mika in a charming journey about delivering parcels and the evils of capitalism. Mika and the Witch's Mountain Aug 2024 | Nukefist | Chibig PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No...

This week, Ellie explores an alien world in search of eggs alongside the transforming "sheep-thing" Sheepo! Sheepo Aug 2020 | Kyle Thompson PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of any kind was involved...

This week Ellie concludes the mainline Ace Attorney games as Phoenix takes on the brutal courts of Khura'in. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice Jun 2016 | Capcom PS4 Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No g...

This week Ellie dives into American McGee's twisted and violent Wonderland with Alice: Madness Returns. Alice: Madness Returns Jun 2011 | Spicy Horse / EA PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 This review was entirely human-made. No generative AI of any ki...

This week Ellie wanders a quaint summer camp and reflects on the way in which Capybara Games have explored the lives of children who use alternative forms of communication in Find Your Words. Find Your Words Apr 2026 | Capybara Games PC Read the review on https://thealmightybacklog.wordpress.com/ Music: Chill Lofi Epiano Loop 80 BPM.wav by holizna -- https://freesound.org/s/629170/ -- License: Cre...