Monster Mash is a casual PC title that arrived in 2009. Recent coverage has highlighted Dance of Theseus, a game that draws unexpected parallels to Monster Mash's aesthetic - blending grotesque character customization with competitive gameplay. The new title reportedly adopts a Balatro-inspired approach to fashion battles, where players engage in strategic competition rather than traditional action. The comparison suggests an evolution in how casual games can marry unusual themes with engaging mechanics, moving beyond simple minigame collections toward more purposeful systems-driven experiences.
via Rock Paper Shotgun
It is time to confront the terrible truth that I once took part in a school fashion show. I ran in two categories, Ballroom and Street, a serious test of range for a kid who had only recently mastered the devilish technique of wearing a shirt without a tie. In the Ballroom bracke…