Five July 2021 Video Game Releases Recommended by Artribune

In July 2021, Matteo Lupetti from Artribune highlights five noteworthy video games. 'Cris Tales,' a JRPG developed by Colombia's Dreams Uncorporated, Syck, and Modus Games, merges Japanese traditions with Colombian culture but faces criticism for its gameplay and narrative. 'Italy. Land of Wonders,' a puzzle game by Infinity Reply, was commissioned by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to celebrate Italian heritage through city-themed puzzles, yet it has been noted for its generic mechanics. 'Last Stop,' created by Variable State and Annapurna Interactive, offers a linear story in a supernatural London, receiving acclaim for its writing but criticism for its visuals. 'Omno,' by Jonas Manke and Future Friends Games, draws inspiration from 'Journey,' praised for its design but seen as repetitive. Lastly, 'The Forgotten City' from Modern Storyteller and Dear Villagers is an investigative game set in ancient Rome, which has been criticized for its aesthetic.