Explore the Multiverse of Gaming

Unleashing the Power of Play

Dive into a universe where gaming meets creativity. Discover the latest reviews and insights into game design. We look at games differently than most people. Every game is a journey –

you’re invited.

Our Passion for Gaming

At Up Up Down Down Games®, we are committed to delivering comprehensive game reviews, delving into the art of game design, and looking at the history behind your favorite fandoms. Our mission is to provide gamers and game designers with insightful content that enhances their gaming experience and fuels their creative endeavors.

Latest Reviews

IB

by Allison | July 30, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

“If possible, go into it without looking at any information and play it as you see fit.” Advice from the developer, Kouri. Spoilers! Ib, developed by Kouri and released originally in February of 2012, is a cult-classic RPG Maker horror game. The steam version as well...

Pac-Man

by Todd | December 12, 2022 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

If you don't know what Pac-Man is... do you even game, bro? This one is an arcade port that Nom Nom Noms as well as you might expect.

Swords and Serpents

by Todd | September 16, 2022 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

I mostly got this game cause I like RPG's and I loved the cover art. Sadly, that art was nowhere to be seen in the actual game (which is fair for an 8 bit game). Luckily the dungeon crawler RPG aspect made up for it. I may be pushing it a bit giving it a 9/10 but it...

Maniac Mansion

by Todd | June 3, 2022 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

Perfect score if you get the version where Sid can put a hamster in the microwave. Almost perfect score if you play the censored version. Either way this game is incredible and we haven't seen it's like since it was made. The...

Championship Bowling

by Todd | March 16, 2022 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

Terrible. F.

Kirby’s Adventure

by Todd | December 17, 2021 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

This is a great example of what Retro Gaming should be. Old school platformer. Unique mechanics. Fun graphics and a cohesive world. For a game that relies on sucking to succeed, it surprisingly doesn't. Worth buying an old NES and cart just to play it.

RC Pro-Am

by Todd | September 18, 2021 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

This game is jam packed with 32 tracks of fun for... 1 player. Ok, so maybe it would have been better as a multiplayer, but as far as racing games go on the ol' NES this one is great. I particularly like being able to upgrade your car. It can get difficult after the...

Yoshi

by Todd | June 23, 2021 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

I'll be damned. Another Yoshi game before the SNES. I guess I was under a rock during my childhood. I swear Yoshi didn't exist before I used him as a SPAS (Sacrificial Pit Avoidance System). But someone sent me this game and proved me wrong after seeing the Yoshi's...

Millipede

by Todd | March 11, 2021 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

Listen kids, most of you wouldn't know what end of an NES cart to blow into if it was in a back alley offering you $20. So I really don't think you'll understand what it means that they took an arcade game and smushed it down to work on on 8-bit game system. If you do...

Skate or Die

by Todd | December 13, 2020 | NES, Retro Games | 0 Comments

Can't really say why this one gets 3/10. I guess as a nod to my friends who liked it growing up. I'd probably just call it Skate or Why? As in, "Why in the ever loving fuck am I playing this?" I didn't like it as a kid but decided to give it another shot. Still don't...

Review: Star Wars Commander

Sep 8, 2014 | iOS, Reviews

UpUp: The gameplay begins shortly after the events depicted in the original 1977 film, A New Hope. Once you start playing the game it will ask you to pick your side. Users have the option to join the Empire or Rebellion. This decision offers a different storyline...

Review: The Room

Sep 5, 2014 | Amazon Apps, Android, iOS, Reviews

UpUp: If you're looking for several hours' with of addictive fun, download and play "The Room" by Fireproof Games. This unique and challenging single-player puzzle game invites the player to solve a mystery by opening a series of ornate puzzle boxes. The mystery is...

UUDD Games Playlist: September 3rd

Sep 3, 2014 | Playlists

« Older Entries

Next Entries »

Do You Enjoy Quests?

Join our newsletter to and you may be invited to an exclusive quest or two…

It's not a cheat code. it's a lifestyle.