Dome Keeper

Some will no doubt chafe against the fact there’s not more to do here, but for me Dome Keeper is fast becoming my new Dorfromantik – which is ironic considering its original Ludum Dare prototype was formerly known as Dome Romantik. Ultimately, it’s a chill, calming survival game with just the right frisson of tension to keep things interesting between waves, and navigating its myriad upgrade options against the increasing escalation of its beautifully paced danger levels is always a thrilling treat. It’s the type of game I can see myself booting up to unwind with at the end of the day, especially when it plays so well on the Steam Deck, too. It’s really sunk its claws into me over the last few weeks, and just like its morass of creepy shadow monsters, has smashed its way right into my heart and completely disarmed me. It’s a real keeper, all right.