Gert Lush Gaming: Rapid Game Reviews & Insights

Box art for Mr. Heli, Mystic Riders, and Dragon Breed in Irem Collection Volume 3, highlighting the retro arcade trio.

Irem Collection Volume 3 Review: Dragons, Choppers & Chaos Unleashed

Arcade fantasy isn’t dead it just shape-shifted into something wilder with Irem Collection Volume 3. This eccentric anthology rockets through the golden age of Irem’s side-scrolling shoot ‘em ups, blending broomsticks, biomechs, and bomb-dropping choppers into a pulse-pounding trio.

A mysterious bright light pierces through an office door window in Still Wakes the Deep, hinting at unseen horrors within.

PS5 Horror Done Right – Still Wakes the Deep The Complete Collection is a Must-Play

Trapped in a sinking oil rig, surrounded by an unseen horror, Still Wakes the Deep: The Complete Collection plunges you into a desperate fight for survival. With its haunting atmosphere, incredible environmental storytelling, and intense gameplay mechanics, this PS5 version delivers an unforgettable horror experience that keeps you on edge from start to finish.

Escaping a spotlight in Antro, the protagonist runs along a narrow beam as a giant mechanical eye scans below.

Antro Review – Rhythmic Revolution or Lost in the Dark?

The underground is alive, pulsing with resistance and rhythmic energy! In this dystopian 2.5D puzzle-platformer, you’ll navigate the depths of a totalitarian society, syncing movement to hip-hop, drill, and electronic beats. Parkour, puzzles, and pulse-pounding pursuits define your journey—can you deliver your package and ignite a revolution?

A striking shot of Raidou in RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army, highlighting his vintage detective design.

From the Shadows: RAIDOU Remastered’s Devilish Tale Unfolds

The year is Taisho 20, and the Capital is on the brink of chaos. When an heiress approaches the Narumi Detective Agency with a chilling request—to end her life—Raidou Kuzunoha XIV is pulled into a web of supernatural mystery. Armed with devil-summoning abilities and an unwavering sense of duty, Raidou must navigate the bustling streets of Tokyo and the eerie depths of the Dark Realm. RAIDOU Remastered brings ATLUS’s beloved cult classic back with enhanced visuals, full voice acting, and refined combat mechanics, allowing newcomers and veterans alike to dive into this unforgettable detective tale.

Sophie explores the dark mansion in Out of Sight, guided only by her teddy bear’s gaze in a tense puzzle-horror setting.

Out of Sight Review – Seeing is Believing!

Out of Sight review – Step into Sophie’s world, where sight is a luxury and survival is a challenge! With only her teddy bear’s eyes to guide her, she must navigate a mansion filled with secrets, danger, and eerie surprises. Will she escape, or will the darkness consume her?

The alien protagonist from Alien Hominid HD battles a towering boss robot in a frantic side-scrolling showdown.

From Flash to Fury: Alien Hominid HD Reloads the Nostalgia Cannon

Alien Hominid HD doesn’t just revisit a cult classic; it abducts your attention from the first pixel. This in-depth exploration of The Behemoth’s chaotic side-scrolling shooter reveals a game that’s equal parts nostalgia trip and twitchy test of reflexes. With hand-drawn mayhem, head-chomping hijinks, and a blaster that never quits, Alien Hominid HD is a sugar rush of arcade action that gleefully refuses to grow up. Whether you’re dodging bullets or digging underground to ambush agents, this alien invasion is anything but subtle, and that’s exactly the point.

Ruffy looking out over the vibrant world of Ruffy and the Riverside under bright blue skies.

Ruffy and the Riverside Review – Paint, Puzzle, Platform Your Way Through an Inventive World

Few games hand you the ability to rewrite the world, but Ruffy and the Riverside do just that. With the magical SWAP mechanic, you can copy and paste textures to transform environments—turn ice into lava, waterfalls into climbable vines, and straw bales into your own skating rink. This quirky open-world adventure is bursting with creativity, letting players experiment, battle, and explore in ways never seen before. Whether you’re tweaking landscapes or mastering combat, Ruffy and the Riverside encourage imagination at every turn.

A daring rooftop backflip in Rooftops & Alleys, with the cityscape soaring beneath for dramatic vertical impact.

Leap of Faith: Rooftops & Alleys Delivers the Ultimate Freerunning Experience

Forget the sidewalks—it’s time to embrace the vertical world. Rooftops & Alleys lets players sprint, vault, and scale urban landscapes in a breathtaking freerunning experience. With intuitive movement mechanics and a city built for limitless traversal, every rooftop becomes an opportunity and every alley a challenge. Whether you’re chasing perfection in time trials or exploring hidden paths, this game redefines agility in gaming.

Mateo stands solemnly outside a remote hut beneath a brooding sky in Chronicles of the Wolf’s shadowy world.

Chronicles of the Wolf: A Bloody Ode to Retro Darkness

Chronicles of the Wolf review – The Beast lurks in the shadows, waiting for its next prey! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo, the last apprentice of the Rose Cross Order, as you embark on a thrilling platforming adventure packed with intense battles, unforgiving exploration, and rich storytelling. Brace yourself—this gothic journey is one you won’t forget!

The hilltop chapel in Sanctuary Reborn stands serene under bright blue skies, reflecting the game's peaceful setting.

Atomfall Wicked Isle DLC Review – A Dangerous Playground

Atomfall Wicked Isle DLC – Step into a world where survival is more than just a game. Atomfall Wicked Isle DLC throws players into a perilous, radiation-soaked environment filled with secrets, dangers, and unexpected allies. From eerie landscapes to tense encounters, this expansion amplifies the intensity, inviting you to navigate its treacherous terrain and uncover what truly lurks in the shadows.

Enemies swarm the player in God of Weapons, highlighting the intense roguelike battle mechanics.

God of Weapons Review – The Ultimate Test of Strategy and Survival

God of Weapons review – When the world loses its light, only the sharpest survive! In this action roguelike, you’ll ascend the tower of Zhor, battling waves of monsters while managing your arsenal with surgical precision. With every level, the chaos intensifies—but so does your power. Can you master the inventory and become the ultimate weapon?

A fighter jet stationed on the USS Ronald Reagan’s flight deck in Carrier Deck, ready for takeoff.

Carrier Deck Review – Command the Skies from the Heart of a Supercarrier

Carrier Deck review – Strap in and set condition red! The Carrier Deck review throws you onto the hot steel of the USS Ronald Reagan, where fast-paced decision-making meets high-stakes aviation command. Whether you’re dodging incoming jets or coordinating amphibious ops, this game has you sweating through every fuel refill, weapons loadout, and last-second launch. Efficiency isn’t optional—it’s survival. There’s no time for coffee breaks when you’re the nerve centre of modern naval air warfare.

Characters in POPUCOM use teamwork and shields to battle a towering boss in a vibrant, action-packed showdown.

POPUCOM Review – Bright Colors, Big Ideas, but Does It Deliver?

POPUCOM review – Dive into a world bursting with colour as POPUCOM delivers a fresh twist on cooperative puzzle-solving. Whether you’re strategising solo or teaming up with friends, this vibrant adventure keeps you engaged with dynamic gameplay and clever mechanics.

A captivating scene from the Among The Whispers: Provocation review, highlighting its eerie ghost-hunting mechanics.

Among The Whispers: Provocation Review – Ghosts Just Wanna Have Fun

Among the Whispers: Provocation Review – Step into a world where the supernatural is more than just eerie whispers in the dark. This immersive ghost investigation sim challenges you to uncover the secrets of a haunted manor, using real-life paranormal tools to communicate with spirits and piece together their tragic pasts. With deep replayability and unpredictable encounters, every investigation is a unique experience.