Between it's gorgeous visuals, deep and intriguing characters, genuinely unnerving supernatural elements and a plot that continually confounds and mesmerizes me, Scarlet Hollow has so many strengths that regardless of your tastes you will find something to love here.
Disco Elysium is a game that I find difficult to write about without simply diving headlong into discussions of existentialism and the workings of the human mind, because the game uses its mechanics and setting to address all of those issues so beautifully that it can't help but make me reflect. It manages to address these varying subject matter without ever feeling overwhelming or boring, due in part to the extremely engaging narrative and unique world which help drive the existentialist themes I mentioned, but largely because of its excellent use of mechanics. In Disco Elysium your skills represent different facets of your characters psyche, investing points in a skill will make you better at utilising it but also makes that skill a larger part of your characters personality, up to the point where it can become intrusive and limit your perspective. For example, the skill Electrochemistry gives you info on drugs, but also pushes you to use them to the point of substance abuse. The skill system not only provides the opportunity to customise your characters personality to a great extent, it also provides a unique perspective on the way we think. After playing, I have found that the skill system is a fascinating lens through which to consider my own though processes. Doubtless, my description of the game so far likely makes it sound rather dour and serious. But the game is actually rather goofy in many ways, with many surreal and hilarious comedic moments. The most impressive thing about Disco Elysium is that it can have so many light comedic moments and still address complex themes without ever sacrificing or diminishing either component. Any game that is worthy of serious analysis whilst having my necktie tell me I'm a nerd is special. So in summary, Disco Elysium is a game you must experience for yourself. I would reccomend going in as blind as possible, as the game unfolds and reveals itself so well that to spoil it is to miss out on a lot of enjoyment.
