Dean Waxman
Staff BioArticles by Dean Waxman:
Chronique des Silencieux review
A detective adventure with an intriguing story and presentation, but convoluted gameplay bogs down the experience.
The Talos Principle 2 review
A puzzle-centric adventure with profound philosophical debates about progress, the meaning of life, and more.
Baker Street Breakouts: A Sherlockian Escape Adventure review
An original Sherlock Holmes game that blends a simple story with complex consequences while providing intelligent and engaging puzzles.
Orten Was The Case review
A complex mystery with a stylized, hand-painted presentation, but certain gameplay elements miss the mark.
Agatha Christie - Murder on the Orient Express review
A surprisingly modern interpretation of a classic murder mystery with a few genuine twists.
Isle Tide Hotel review
A blend of mystery, storytelling, and choose-your-own adventure that encourages replayability and careful observation.
Verne: The Shape of Fantasy review
A beautiful, interactive homage to the fictional works of Jules Verne.
STASIS: BONE TOTEM review
An engaging adventure that combines compelling characters, spine-tingling horror and elements of faith in a unique narrative.
Star Trek: Resurgence review
A love letter to both Star Trek and Telltale fans.
Boxville review
A quaint and unusual world that puts your brain to the test.
Sherlock Holmes The Awakened (2023) review
A remake that goes above and beyond, featuring updated gameplay elements like those in recent Sherlock Holmes games and taking radical liberties with the original's story.
Frog Detective 3: Corruption at Cowboy County review
A satisfying conclusion to an adventure trilogy suitable for series fans and those just entering the adventure and mystery genres.
Tails: The Backbone Preludes review
A prequel that skilfully sets up the scenario for the original Backbone game, featuring a polished choice-based dialogue system.
The Case of the Golden Idol review
What starts as an intriguing historical mystery with supernatural elements loses its luster and becomes a laborious task by the end.
Figment 2: Creed Valley review
What starts as an adventure to rid a man’s mind of nightmares turns into a hero’s journey and the exploration of burden and expectation.