Honest Reviews and Game Picks from a Real Gamer
Gamer Perspective is where honest gaming conversations happen, not sponsored reviews or PR gloss. Just one gamer sharing their favorites, frustrations, surprises, and pure joy from playing video games across all genres.
I built this space to talk about the games that actually made me feel something, games that deliver clever mechanics, visual flair, or just good old-fashioned fun. I play everything from indie side-scrollers to flashy AAA platformers, and if something hits, you'll hear about it here. If it flops? You'll hear that too.
Why I Made This Blog
I think every gamer out there can agree that the gaming scene is flooded with noise. Endless tier lists, review scores that feel bought, and “best of” rankings that somehow skip everything experimental or weird.
I wanted a space that cuts through all that. A blog that treats video games like art and entertainment. I wanted to talk about what makes a game work (or not), how it plays, how it looks, and why you might care.
But most importantly? I wanted this to feel like you're talking with your gamer friend, the one who's always trying something new, always sending you links at 2 AM, saying, “Play this now.”
What This Blog Covers
In this section, I highlight the games that really stood out to me. I mix up the genres, platforms, and price ranges because a good game doesn't care about any of that. Right now, here are three that deserve your attention:
Badland
This side-scrolling action-adventure from Frogmind has been around a while, but it still slaps. The one-touch controls make it feel very accessible at first, but the real game kicks in once the obstacles get brutal. You're navigating this silhouetted creature through a forest that constantly shifts with traps, spinning blades, and collapsing paths.
What hooked me was the way BADLAND blends gameplay with mood. It's eerie without being horror. Despite the gameplay being fast-paced, it still makes you stop and stare at the background.
And the physics? It is surprisingly clever. You get moments where you multiply into a swarm, squeeze through tight spaces, or just barely make it across a crumbling ledge, and it always feels earned.
Astro Bot: Rescue Mission
If you own a PlayStation VR and haven't played this, you're missing a masterclass in platforming. Astro Bot is the rare game that actually understands what VR should feel like: immersive, intuitive, and full of surprise.
For each level, you get to try out new mechanics that feel fresh instead of gimmicky. One stage might have you tossing ninja stars, while another has you navigating waterfalls and floating platforms. It's colorful, charming, and never overstays its welcome. It reminded me of when platformers used to be joyful instead of stressful.
Rematch
This is the game you pull up when your friend says, “Let's run it back.” A tight, 1v1 dueling game that borrows from the spirit of TowerFall, Nidhogg, and Samurai Gunn. What it lacks in lore or cutscenes, it makes up for with raw, addictive gameplay.
Matches are short, sometimes under 30 seconds. However, the mind games, feints and comebacks keep it fresh. It's perfect for couch play, trash talk, and settling scores. You only control one player, not the entire team and that changes everything that you might be used to.
So, if you're the type who loves a quick match over grinding a 60-hour campaign, Rematch will get its hooks in fast.
Gameplay Deep Dives
Every game I feature gets a breakdown of what it's actually like to play. I don't care about trailers or press kits; all those things are just for the anticipation. What is more important to me is how it feels in your hands. Do the controls respond the way you expect? Are the levels designed to teach without holding your hand? Is the difficulty curve rewarding or just punishing for the sake of it?
In BADLAND, for example, the one-tap control scheme means the game rises or falls entirely on level design. Thankfully, each stage adds something new that keeps it from getting stale. This includes features such as gravity shifts, rotating blades and speed boost.
Astro Bot, on the other hand, shows how tight platforming doesn't need to be punishing. You get checkpoints often, and even when you fail, it feels like your fault and not the game's. VR is used to enhance gameplay, not distract from it.
Then you've got Rematch, where those split decisions you make are more important than just button-mashing. Timing, spacing, and reading your opponent are everything. It's stripped-down, but not shallow. Every game requires skill and brilliant tactics to outsmart your opponent
Visuals & Gameplay
This section focuses on how games look, sound, and present themselves. Not in terms of realism or ray tracing, but in how visuals connect to gameplay and mood.
BADLAND is a prime example of how lighting and silhouette art can do more than hyper-detailed graphics. The black foreground creatures stand out starkly against colorful, shifting backgrounds. It's both haunting and beautiful, and that contrast makes every movement feel tense.
Astro Bot leans hard into cute, cartoon-style visuals, but what makes it work is how crisp and readable everything is. You never lose your character in the mess. Animations are smooth, the environments are detailed without being cluttered, and even the collectibles sparkle in a way that makes you want to grab them.
Who This Blog Is For
If you're the kind of person who games between work breaks, late at night, or when the house is finally quiet, this blog is for you. I'm not a speedrunner. I'm not chasing platinum trophies. I'm just someone who loves games and wants to talk about them in a real way.
You don't need to have a PS5, RTX 4080, or a hundred hours a week to enjoy good gaming. You just need the right recommendations, some real takes and maybe a fresh title to fall in love with.
If there's any game making the rounds out there, you best believe I'll try it, break it down, and let you know if it's worth your time.
Let's Connect
For me, this blog is going to be more of a conversation with you, my fellow gamer. I read every comment, and I'm always down to try a game someone recommends (even if it's a rage-inducing platformer or an obscure rhythm RPG).
Got a hot take? Drop it in the comments. Want to argue why Hollow Knight is better than Celeste? I'm game. Have an indie title you're working on? I'll happily check it out.