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The two games that haven’t been released before, Fairune Origin and Fairune Blast, are more of icing on the cake and bite-sized, but are at least interesting. Fairune Origin has a more modern look while still retaining some of its retro sensibilities and plays out somewhat similarly to 1 and 2, though it’s more strictly puzzle-oriented over its much more humble length. For something completely different once you’ve completed the other 3 games Fairune Blast becomes playable and it’s a relatively simple, but fun, shoot-em-up. Both are definitely only value adds to the package, the bulk of content sits with the original 2 games, but as a fan service to extend the value of the collection they’re appreciated. Not having played any of the Fairune games before this collection was a pleasant surprise. The look and feel are wonderfully classic, the pacing is pretty mellow and allows you to simply enjoy the experience, and the puzzles can be quite clever. The lack of real combat can be taken as a plus or a minus, depending on what kind of experience you’re looking for, but as a variation on the norm I didn’t mind it at all. Through the lens of more of a puzzle game it all plays out nicely and will give you a handful of hours of enjoyment for a budget-friendly price.
Justin Nation, Score:Good [7.5]