The Artful Escape of Francis Vendetti is an action-adventure exploration video game with a narrative-driven storyline, set to the backdrop of great expectations, famous folk singers and space Gods. Players take on the role of Francis as he navigates his way through psychedelic landscapes filled with reptile shops, wild imaginations and hallucinogens while battling enemies using musical laser light. With its unique mixture of genres, this game promises to be a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia is the third installment in the legendary Castlevania series, now available on Nintendo DS. You play as a member of the Ecclesia organization and use an all-new Glyph attack system with more than 100 different combinations to battle Dracula and his minions throughout 20 explorable areas. Take part in side quests, collect items, power up your character and explore outdoor areas from forests to oceans. Compete head-to-head with other players via Wi-Fi connection or sell/buy items you have found while playing. With multiple abilities and attacks simultaneous through the new Glyph attack system, discover multiple endings by replaying it more than once! Produced by Koji Igarashi under Konami label this game promises intense side scrolling action gameplay that will keep you hooked for hours!

Clive Barker's Undying is a first-person shooter horror game developed by Electronic Arts. Set in 1920s Ireland, players assume the role of Patrick Galloway, master of the occult and armed with arcane magic and weapons. The goal is to unravel the mysterious curse that has befallen an old friend's family known as the Covenant; failure to do so will result in death. With its intense story and unique gameplay elements, Clive Barker's Undying provides an unforgettable experience for fans of horror games alike.

Life is Strange is an interactive, story-driven adventure video game with hand-drawn art and animations. Players take on the role of Max Caulfield, a teenage girl who discovers she has the power to manipulate time and rewind moments in her life. With this newfound ability comes great responsibility as players must choose their actions carefully as even small decisions may have unintended consequences further down the line - referred to in game as a butterfly effect. The player must then decide if they want to change their decision for better or worse, relying on trial and error to find success.

The Witness is an open-world single-player game set on a mysterious island. Players awaken with no memory of who they are or how they got there, and must explore the island in search of clues to regain their memories and find a way home. The game is full of puzzles that challenge and surprise you, with over 500 puzzles for players to solve across dozens of locations. The Witness respects the player's intelligence by not wasting time with filler content, instead introducing new ideas through each puzzle.

Grand Theft Auto IV, Metacritic's 2008 PS3 Game of the Year, is an action-adventure game set in Liberty City. Players take on the role of Niko Belic, a recent immigrant from Europe who has come to America with his cousin Roman in pursuit of their version of the "American Dream". Unfortunately, they find themselves quickly drawn into a criminal underworld full of unscrupulous characters and caught up in heavy debt. The game follows Niko as he navigates this seedy city filled with money and status-obsessed citizens while trying to escape his past and make something for himself. Developed by Rockstar Games, GTA IV offers players an immersive experience where they can explore Liberty City and all its inhabitants as they work towards achieving their own version of success.

Mafia II is the highly anticipated sequel to the original Mafia title, an immersive and cinematic game that takes players back to the late 1940s-early 1950s mob underworld. Players will be able to take part in both on-foot and driving action while being drawn into a deep narrative of organized crime. The characters are strong and believable, making it easy for players to become immersed in this living and breathing cityscape. 2K Games brings all of these elements together with Mafia II, providing fans with the sequel they have been longing for.

Hotel Dusk: Room 215 is an intriguing graphic adventure game for the Nintendo DS where players take on the role of Kyle Hyde, an ex-cop turned salesman trying to find a missing friend. The clues lead him to an old and eerie hotel rumored to have a strange room that grants wishes. Players must use their DS like a book and use the touch screen to question characters, search for clues, and solve puzzles as they explore the mysteries of Hotel Dusk set in Los Angeles during 1979. With plot twists along the way, it's up to Kyle Hyde to uncover what has happened in this mysterious place.

Valiant Hearts: The Great War follows the intertwined stories of several characters fighting in World War I, including an American soldier and a Belgian nurse. They are aided by their faithful canine companion as they strive to survive the horrors of trench warfare. Along the way, they experience friendship, love, sacrifice and tragedy that bind them together even in such tumultuous times.

Penko Park is an adventure game about exploring a mysterious abandoned wildlife park. Players will meet unique inhabitants by taking photos and interacting with the environment. They can collect details and snapshots of wildlife in their trusty park guidebook, uncover hidden paths and secrets, as well as use their Penko Grappling Hand to interact with the world around them. By unlocking their camera's Ghost-o-Vision they can enter into a spooky realm full of surprises!

Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a family-friendly and openly accessible 2.5D Adventure-Puzzle Platformer with RPG elements, centered around saving whimsical creatures by restoring color to their world. Players explore a rich world filled with treasure, fishing minigames, friendship and danger as they solve environmental puzzles and befriend over 60 strange yet lovable creatures in non-violent encounters. By helping your friends find the courage to be their true selves, you can restore color to a monochrome world while learning valuable lessons about empathy and growth along the way!

Stray is an adventure game developed by BlueTwelve Studio that follows the story of a stray cat separated from its family. The player explores a decaying cybercity and its seedy underbelly, unraveling an ancient mystery in order to find their way home. With third-person perspective, players can interact with the environment in playful ways and discover new paths as they make their journey home.

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an action-packed third-person adventure game that follows Star-Lord and his team of misfits as they save the universe. You'll get to blast your way through explosive situations with original and iconic Marvel characters, all while using Star-Lord's jet boots for a wild ride across the cosmos. With this thrilling take on Marvel's beloved franchise, you can be sure you're up for one unforgettable journey!

Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee is an action-adventure game set in a surreal world full of danger. The protagonist, Abe, must use his wits to outsmart a dangerous group of carnivorous crustaceans while avoiding being eaten himself. Along the way he will unlock special powers and discover secrets that could save his race from peril. Players must run, jump, hide and scramble their way through this unique gaming experience filled with intense sensory stimulation as they attempt to claim their destiny.

Shantae: Risky's Revenge is the sequel to the critically acclaimed Shantae game. Players take on the role of a half-genie named Shantae and set out on an adventure through Sequin Land. Along the way, they must battle enemies, explore dungeons and towns, collect various items, and use magic spells to solve puzzles in order to save their home from the villainous pirate Risky Boots. With a vibrant cartoon style art design, tight controls and responsive gameplay mechanics as well as charming characters that will keep you smiling throughout your journey - Shantae: Risky's Revenge is an excellent platformer for all ages!

Rise of the Tomb Raider is an action-adventure video game in which players take on the role of Lara Croft as she embarks on a journey to uncover an ancient mystery and find the secret of immortality. Along her quest, Lara will form powerful new alliances, use her intellect and survival skills, and explore some of the most treacherous and remote regions in the world. Featuring intense action sequences set in stunningly hostile environments across the globe, Rise of the Tomb Raider provides an exhilarating cinematic experience that follows Lara's rise from timid archaeologist to fearless tomb raider.

Heavy Rain is a psychological thriller video game from Sony that puts the player in the shoes of four characters, each trying to stop an Origami Killer from claiming another victim. Spanning over four days, the player will be faced with innumerable twists and turns while making choices and taking actions that will have dramatic consequences. The story asks how far you are willing to go to save someone you love as you unravel this gripping mystery.

Night In The Woods is a 2D story-focused adventure game that follows Mae, an anthropomorphic cat coming home to her small town of Possum Springs after dropping out of college. Players join Mae on her journey as she reunites with old friends and discovers the secrets of the town while exploring its many sides through running, jumping and astral projection. Along the way, players can take part in extracurricular activities such as playing bass or breaking stuff. A large cast of characters help bring life to this vibrant world full of remarkable events waiting for Mae to uncover.

Ratchet & Clank is a futuristic video game set in a world of spaceships, robots and high-tech gadgets. Ratchet, an inhabitant of an abandoned backwater planet, dreams of going on a space adventure while Chairman Drek rules the polluted planet Orxon inhabited by an ugly race called the Blarg. To save his own world from pollution, Chairman Drek comes up with a plan to build a new planet using parts from other worlds in the galaxy. If anyone resists this plan, they have to face his army of robots and Blarg warriors. Players take control of Ratchet and Clank as they travel across planets trying to stop Chairman Drek's evil plans and save the galaxy from destruction.

Death's Door is a video game set in a realm untouched by death. The player takes on the role of a Crow, whose job is to reap souls of the dead and keep track of them. When one soul gets stolen, it's up to the player to find and defeat the thief. To do so, they must navigate this strange new world filled with twisted inhabitants and powerful creatures that have grown far past their expiry date due to being untouched by death. Players can customize their character stats as they battle enemies using melee weapons, arrows, magic or whatever upgrades they obtain along their journey. As they unravel the dark mystery behind why souls are disappearing and what roles Crows play in all this, players will come across somber yet darkly comedic stories about tyrants with motivations of their own.

In the video game Tomb Raider, you take on the role of Lara Croft and must traverse a maze of deathtraps in order to recover the fabled Scion. Along your journey, you may come across wild animals or mercenaries and have an arsenal of weapons at your disposal to defeat them. You will visit locations such as Incan ruins, Ancient Rome, Egyptian Pyramids, and even Atlantis in pursuit of this incredible treasure that is said to grant immense power.

In Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One, players take on the role of a young Sherlock Holmes as he navigates an exotic and dangerous island in the Mediterranean to uncover the truth behind his mother's death. Players will explore this open-world environment to solve puzzles, use detective skills such as observation and deduction to unravel clues, interrogate suspects, and interact with NPCs. As they progress through the game’s story-driven mystery narrative, they must make choices that will shape their own destiny amongst a vibrant cast of characters.

Dungeon Encounters is a dungeon exploration RPG from the development team behind the legendary FINAL FANTASY franchise. Players must strategize to survive as they explore an otherworldly labyrinth on the outskirts of a quiet town. The streamlined interface provides players with freedom to prepare and manage their party as they strive to reach the final floor, discovering rare and powerful items along the way. Battle encounters can be revealed with special abilities, allowing players to choose when and where they engage enemies while using an Active Time Battle (ATB) system made famous by FINAL FANTASY series in real-time. Alongside navigating obstacles such as secret passages and hidden traps, players will also uncover events marked with white numbers which provide them with items, unlock/change abilities, restore health, find merchants etc., all recorded for future reference in a valuable resource known as Event Log.

Antichamber is an Escher-like psychological exploration game that challenges players to use their perception and understanding of geometry and space in order to overcome obstacles. Players traverse a non-Euclidean labyrinth, manipulating matter as they go, discovering new ways to progress through the game's complex environment. Antichamber encourages players to explore its vibrant and minimal world as they uncover secrets, solve puzzles and unravel mysteries.

Gorogoa is a video game that takes the puzzle genre to a whole new level. It tells an elaborate story through hand-drawn illustrations created by Jason Roberts. The visuals are stunning and the puzzles creative and challenging, making it an amazing experience for players of all ages.

Terraria is an action-adventure sandbox game that features side-scrolling, crafting and exploration. Players explore a vast and vibrant world filled with unique items to find, fight bosses and build their own structures as they progress through the game. The emphasis on exploration encourages players to discover new items and locations in order to survive and thrive in Terraria's ever changing environment. With its creative building tools, crafting system, enemies to battle and ample rewards for exploration - Terraria offers a one of a kind experience that will keep players engaged for hours.

Bully, a game from Rockstar Vancouver, is an innovative and humorous story set in the schoolyard. The player takes on the role of a troublesome schoolboy who must face bullies, teachers, malicious kids and more as they try to navigate their way through Bullworth Academy. Known as Canis Canem Edit in the UK/EU, this title allows players to explore the world of reform schools with tongue-in-cheek storytelling and groundbreaking gameplay.

Jak II is a video game in which the player takes on the role of protagonist Jak. The game contains an entirely new move set for Jak, called Dark Jak, as well as more moves from his Jet Board and gun. Daxter also has some special surprises for players to discover. Additionally, there are escort mission levels where players must work with another character to complete tasks. Enemies have been programmed with advanced A.I., allowing them to respond to the actions of Jak intelligently and strategically.

Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal is the third entry in the Ratchet & Clank franchise. This installment includes new elements of gameplay, such as online and offline multiplayer capabilities that will appeal to many kinds of players. The game takes place on Planet Veldin, where Ratchet and Clank must set off on an exciting adventure across multiple planets to fight for galactic peace. Players can earn up to 20 weapons (online or offline) with four levels of upgrades for most weapons, plus new gadgets to help them during their journey.

In Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon, players take control of protagonist Seto as he explores an abandoned world filled with ghosts and demons. Through interacting with various characters and uncovering the backstory behind scavenged items, players gain insight into what caused such a devastating apocalypse. With the Wii Remote acting as a flashlight to help illuminate Seto's surroundings, players must solve puzzles while taking in this strange but beautiful atmosphere set against an emotional soundtrack.

La-Mulana 2 is a video game sequel to the original La-Mulana. The protagonist, Lumisa Kosugi, must explore the ancient ruins of La-Mulana in order to find out why monsters have been appearing from its depths. She soon discovers Eg-Lana, another set of ruins located deep inside these mysterious caverns. Along her journey she will face many puzzles and challenges as she attempts to uncover the truth behind this strange phenomena.

Signs of the Sojourner is a narrative card game that centers around building relationships and communication. Players are presented with encounters in the form of conversations rather than combat, and must navigate these social situations using an expressive card game experience. The aim is to understand different perspectives while exploring stories about friendship, family, loyalty and love.

Rabi-Ribi is an action adventure video game that puts players in the shoes of a bunny girl. As they explore Rabi-Ribi Island, they will have to dodge bullets, missiles and lasers while battling enemies with their Piko Hammer or various spells from afar with their fairy friend. Players can also collect power-ups and uncover secrets as they make their way through the island.

Blaster Master Zero III is the latest installment in the Blaster Master series. In this game, protagonist Jason travels to planet Sophia, where the story of the series began, to save heroine Eve from an unknown fate. This third and final chapter of the Blaster Master saga promises a thrilling conclusion as players will explore new areas on Sophia while using their trusty vehicle SOPHIA-III for combat and platforming. With unique weapons at their disposal and multiple endings depending on how they play, gamers are sure to be in for a wild ride with Blaster Master Zero III!

A Little Golf Journey is a delightful and calming golf game set in beautiful diorama courses across various places. Players will have the opportunity to unlock secrets, find treasures and take on challenges as they embark on their journey. There are lots of surprises waiting for them!

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is an action-adventure video game where players take control of renowned adventurer Adol "the Red" Christin and his companion Dogi. They arrive at Balduq, a city annexed by the Romun Empire, only for Adol to be detained before setting foot inside. There, he meets a mysterious woman named Aprilis who turns him into a Monstrum with supernatural Gifts and power to exorcise monsters. Players must use their newfound abilities to fend off threats emerging from the shadowy dimension called the Grimwald Nox while also uncovering the mysteries behind the unrest within Balduq and unraveling the Monstrum curse.

In VVVVVV, players take control of Captain Viridian to help save an alternate dimension on the brink of destruction. Instead of jumping, they must invert their gravity and flip between floors and ceilings to progress through the game's unique scale. Players are tasked with finding five crew members and twenty hard-to-reach trinkets while battling enemies along the way. After saving the dimension, there is more gameplay available with all-new player levels created by other famous game developers; a challenge for even veteran gamers. The 8-bit style experience is heightened by 3D visuals that will bring back memories from days gone-by.

In Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth, players control the character Deedlit who has awoken in a mysterious and unknown place, with nobody around to answer her questions. She sets off on foot alone, seeking answers and using a variety of weapons and elemental spirits' power to solve the labyrinth's arcane mysteries as she goes. Players will enjoy beautiful pixel animations as they progress through this 2D action adventure game that is based on Record of Lodoss War.

Kena: Bridge of Spirits is an exciting story-driven action adventure game set in a beautiful and inviting world that encourages players to explore. Players will be able to control a team of small spirit companions called the Rot, using their abilities to manipulate the environment and progress through the game. Combat is fast-paced and engaging, making for an overall enjoyable experience.

Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan is a role-playing video game that has players explore mysterious lands, battle dangerous foes and uncover hidden secrets. Players set off in their skyship to seek out treasure, glory and answers to Tharsis' oldest mystery. Along the way they will encounter powerful monsters and bosses as well as brave new dungeons filled with challenging puzzles. The game also features customization options like character classes, skills and equipment which can be used to create unique characters tailored for any play style or strategy.

Monster Hunter Tri is a new action/adventure video game on the Wii system that has become a multi-million unit selling franchise. It depicts a world where man and fantastic beasts coexist, and players can join online hunting parties of up to four people or play with two players offline for select quests. The single-player mode provides an AI partner named Cha-Cha who assists in tracking and trapping. New items, weapons, and armor sets are available to help hunters complete their quest. All these features set Monster Hunter Tri apart from other games in the genre, making it one of the most incredible adventures to date.

Manifold Garden is a unique video game that offers players the chance to explore a world of Escher-esque architecture and physics. In this game, the laws of physics are different than what we know on Earth - gravity can be manipulated to give you new perspectives and allow you to traverse through infinite repeating geometry. The goal of the game is for players to master these rules in order to restore a barren world with vegetation and life.

Firewatch is a video game set in 1989, where the player takes on the role of Henry, a man who has recently taken up the job of fire lookout in Wyoming. In this scorching hot summer season, Henry must patrol and look for smoke to keep the wilderness safe. His supervisor Delilah can be contacted over a small handheld radio at any time and provides assistance throughout his journey. As soon as something strange draws him out from his lookout tower into the forest, he will explore an unknown environment while facing questions and making choices that can either build or destroy his only meaningful relationship with Delilah. Firewatch features stunningly beautiful wilderness environments that expand as you explore them, tailor-made stories based on your choices which shape its narrative and builds relationships and an edge-of-your-seat mystery full of secrets waiting to be discovered around every hill. The game is best suited for adult gamers due to its mature conversations about adult topics.

In the video game Tinykin, Milo arrives on Earth to find that he is way too small. He discovers that everyone has disappeared and it appears as though no time has passed since 1991. The objective of the game is for Milo to catch hundreds of mysterious tinykin with unique powers in order to help him traverse through a sprawling ant-sized metropolis and uncover Earth's biggest mystery. As he progresses, he must use his newfound abilities to create ladders, bridges, explosions and more as he works towards finding his way home.

Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy is a video game from Sony featuring the dynamic duo of Jak and Daxter. Jak is the strong, silent hero, while Daxter is an obnoxious comic nut. Players explore a massive piece of continuous coastline with no loading screens or waiting time required. All characters and environmental elements exist in real time with incredibly smart A.I., meaning enemies can't be ignored or hidden from - they will follow you everywhere!

In Obduction, the player is transported to a strange alien world called Hunrath after an organic artifact falls from the sky. There are pieces of earth scattered in this foreign landscape and there is almost no one around. The player must explore this new environment, uncover secrets, solve puzzles, and make decisions as they progress through the game. It is up to the player to write their own story in this mysterious new land.

The Devil Inside is a horror-themed video game from TalonSoft. Players take on the role of the star of a live Hollywood television show, investigating paranormal activity and uncovering dark secrets. The game was developed by Hubert Chardot, author of Alone In The Dark series, creating an eerie atmosphere throughout the experience. Players must use their wits to survive and overcome the horrors they encounter in order to reach their goal.

Homesick is a 3D puzzle exploration mystery video game that immerses players in an abandoned building. Players must explore their surroundings, solve puzzles, and uncover clues to figure out what happened as they try to escape from both their nightmares and the waking world. The game features atmospheric graphics and sound design which enhance the player's experience of being inside this mysterious environment.

Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles is an open-world adventure game in which players find themselves shipwrecked on the beautiful yet mysterious island of Gemea. This magical land has been overtaken by an evil murk, and it's up to the player to explore its many regions, join forces with local inhabitants, and use their special talents – such as farming, crafting, cooking, fishing and brewing – to help restore peace and prosperity across the island. Through their efforts they can make Gemea a better place for all who inhabit it!

In Lost Ember, players explore a beautiful world full of secrets from its past. Players can take on the form of any animal they meet to gain new perspectives and uncover their destiny in this exploration adventure game. With gorgeous visuals and an intriguing story, Lost Ember is sure to captivate gamers looking for something unique.