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SidAlpha discusses subjectivity in video games

In this meandering and most likely pointless discussion, we cover subjectivity verses objectivity as well as my own thoughts on how special of an entertainment medium Games are.

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Is it worth it? Hollow Knight

Hollow Knight is an exploration-based platformer with an interesting story. With solid mechanics, great (and fully rebindable) controls, and an interesting set of characters and situations, Hollow Kni...

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Is it worth it? Night in the Woods

Night in the Woods is an exploration adventure game with light puzzle elements by Infinite Fall. You play as the character Mae Borowski as she returns to her the town she was raised in, Possum Springs...

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Fur-Fun Fraudulence: A SidAlpha Report

Fur-Fun, a coin collecting platformer by Doky Dalas and it's production has been thrown into the maelstrom of controversy. From unpaid developers to potentially illegal distribution of assets to unpai...

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Indie Devs vs Asset Flippers: SidAlpha answers Dev questions

In this video we cover the most commonly asked questions and concerns that Indie Devs have been sending to me since the Dentola Studios DMCA debacle began. I hope this will help raise some awareness o...

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Is it worth it? Polterheist

Polterheist is a survival horror game by "Kiddy" that features blinking, cough mechanics, and level memory mechanics that are kind enough to support your "gaming by braile" via having no light whatsoe...

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10,000 Subscribers: A special thanks from SidAlpha

This past week has been amazing, incredible, and unbelievable by every definition of the term for my channel so in this video I discuss content, new hardware, an update for the Dentola Studios DMCA ta...

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Jim Sterling vs Digital Homicide: The Ending

The lawsuit against James Romine and Digital Homicide vs Jim Sterling reaches it's final conclusion. 

As always, the court document can be reviewed by anyone via google drive here: 2017-02-21 05:22:05 +0000 UTC View Post

SidAlpha responds directly to a commenter about Digital Homicide

In this video I respond directly to a person who commented on my video "Jim Sterling vs Digital Homicide: The lawsuit that never ends". That video can be found here: 2017-02-20 05:55:12 +0000 UTC View Post

Is it worth it? Warhammer 40,000: Space Wolf

Warhammer 40,000: Space Wolf is a card-driven turn-based tactical game from Herocraft. Warhammer 40,000 has had a bumpy road for video games in relation to it's IP. Will the trend continue or will Spa...

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Is it worth it? Hidden Folks

Hidden Folks is exactly that, a hidden asset game. Much like a black and white "Where's Waldo" with interactive elements. But surely, such a simplistic game can't actually be good right? Well, find ou...

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Is it worth it? Dropzone

****DISCLAIMER: GAME OBTAINED VIA REVIEW COPY****

*MY APOLOGIES FOR THE OCCASIONAL AUDIO GLITCHING. I AM WORKING ON A PERMANENT RESOLUTION.*

Dropzone is a new MOBA with some RTS elements added...

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DMCA Takedown: The Dentola Studios Debacle Continues

Dentola Studios, or F1N as they are currently going by on Steam, decided to issue a false DMCA Take down of my video where I expose their Steam Greenlight page as having no original content, instead m...

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Is it worth it? Revolve

Revolve is a 2D Puzzle Platformer with a bit of a new spin on a classic genre. Featuring what they state is a dystopian world that your drone is atempting to escape. With 70 levels of varying degrees ...

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Is it worth it? Putrefaction 2: Void Walker

Putrefaction 2: Void Walker by Oleg Kazakov is an Early Access first person shooter done in the style of the 90's style shooters such as Doom and Quake. Will it live up to scrutiny or will it fall int...

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Steam Direct vs Steam Greenlight: A SidAlpha Discussion

In this video I discuss the announced abandonment of the Steam Greenlight system by Valve in favor of a new system dubbed Steam Direct. A system that removes any semblance of curation in favor of a si...

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Is it worth it? Brut@l

Brut@l is a modern style procedurally generated Dungeon Crawler by Stormcloud Games. Using ASCII in a modern design along with an interesting art style and a variety of game mechanics, does Brut@l liv...

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Is it worth it? Leaving Lyndow

Leaving Lyndow is a first person walking simulator by Eastshade Studios that focuses on the character Clara as she prepares to go on some form of scientific expedition. Filled with demon-eyed monkey p...

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The Dentola Studios Debacle: A SidAlpha Steam Greenlight Discussion

In this discussion video we review the morally bankrupt actions of Dentola Studios, a Steam Greenlight Asset flipper who posted 6 asset flips to Steam's Greenlight all on the same day. What do asset f...

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Is it worth it? Induction

 ***Sorry for the delay in posting this to Patreon, the site was down for maintenance.*** 


Induction is an abstract puzzle platformer by Bryan Gale. It features a simplistic yet...

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A Special Announcement From SidAlpha

***Sorry for the delay in posting this to Patreon, the site was down for maintenance.***


"The time has come," the Walrus said, "To talk of many things:Of shoes and ships and sealing-wax. ...

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Starforge: The Controversy

In this video I discuss the controversy surrounding the early access and crowd-funded game Starforge by Codehatch Games. This is but a cursory video by I do hope it serves to help educate and inform p...

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Is it worth it? Ezra: The Stranger

Ezra: The Stranger is a 2d puzzle platformer by foremost games. In this First Impressions video we try to determine the answer to the prevalent question that we always have to ask ourselves: Is it wor...

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Jim Sterling vs Digital Homicide: The lawsuit that never ends

In this report we discuss the recent events surrounding the ongoing lawsuit between James Romine and YouTuber Jim Sterling.


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Is it worth it? Hero

Hero is a 3rd person episodic RPG by Bakershah Games. Their apparent intent with this game was to pay homage to the RPGs of the 90's. But did they succeed, or do some heroes fall short? Find out as we...

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Is it worth it? Sniper Ghost Warrior 3

****DISCLAIMER: GAME OBTAINED VIA REVIEW COPY****

Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 is an Open World Action game by CI Games. In this first Impressions video you get to see me drive like a drunkard and get gun...

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Is it worth it? The Sorceress

The Sorceress is a 3rd person Action RPG by Karabas_Studio clearly inspired by the MMO Genre. Featuring a Developer who has already shown their willingness to lie to the consumer. Not sure what I mean...

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Is it worth it? Quote

Quote is an Early Access Action Adventure game with what appears to be a very interesting art style. But does the game hold up to scrutiny or will it become lost and forgotten? Find out as we answer t...

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PETA Preys on Games Workshop Warhammer 40k Universe: A SidAlpha Rant

In this SidAlpha Rant video I violate my own policies on discussing politics and activism on my channel in order to properly respond to PETA's complaint to Games Workshop that fur in the Warhammer 40k...

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Is it worth it? Pale Moon Crisis

Pale Moon Crisis is a 2D Side Scrolling puzzle game with apparently nudity elements. Of course, I can't show any nudity here and Steam I believe made them cover it up, but nevertheless we see what the...

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