Marvel's Spider-Man 2 improves upon all of its predecessors, and it brings to life a story full of incredible moments and tons of impressive action scenes. It definitely manages to hit the standards of the best PlayStation exclusives, with all the emotions and feelings it implies.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons remains the great game that captivated the world. It's arguably the best title in the series and in the entire genre. This Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is the perfect opportunity for new players to join in the delightful experience it offers, although the lack of significant new exclusive content will likely deter veteran players who had already moved on from their islands.

EA Sports totally hits the spot with FIFA 20. On one hand, they have refined the gameplay to make it more real and solve some issues that tainted the past. On the other hand, they have incorporated Volta, which acts as a game within the game and manages to offer all of the FIFA Street essence that adds as much depth to its gameplay as it does to the game modes and the overall experience.

Luigi returns with an adventure in which most remarkable virtues hide behind his playable mechanics. Nintendo has managed again to create a game where what we do and the environments we travel through are with connected tightly. The game and the player meet in an experience the feeling of discovery is the greatest reward and, ultimately, puts Luigi's Mansion 3 onto the list of the best of Nintendo Switch greatest titles.

I’m sure of it: beyond its imperfections and the unfinished business Game Freak has yet to resolve, Pokémon Legends: Z-A marks the first step in a smart direction—one that aligns with what many fans have been asking for over the years and shows particular respect for the legacy it inherits from the most successful franchise in history. I’m convinced we’re looking at one of those special games, one of those one-in-a-million experiments that end up working out. This time, Game Freak, you have my full attention.

Dragon's Dogma 2 follows pretty closely many aspects from previous entries in the franchise, both the good and the bad. Gameplay-wise, Dragon's Dogma 2 definitely includes elements that feel a little bit outdated, and that could've been tweaked one way or another in order to further improve the overall experience. Still, this is an excellent RPG, and every fan of the genre is certainly in for quite a treat.

Diablo IV is a highly addictive video game that boasts wonderful aesthetics and top notch world building and level design. It is a perfect dark adventure to get lost in for an awful lot of tens of hours and one that you will hardly get tired of.

The customization of our troops, the combats versus de final bosses and the aggressiveness of the enemies are the three elements that makes differences between Gears Tactics and other titles of the turn based strategy games, but don't make a mistake; this is an spin-off but smells like Gears from start to the end.

Techland was under the scrutiny of thousands of players worldwide - this was a final exam and the developer has passed with flying colors. Dying Light: The Beast is more Dying Light than ever, they've learned from the mistakes of the 2nd and returned to a path they should never have strayed from. It's fun, it's beast, it's crazy - in short, it's a masterpiece with one of the best protagonists and villains we've seen in years.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus is a masterpiece made for the lovers of the Pokémon World. The game lets us explore a huge world while we enjoy a wonderful story.

Mortal Kombat 1 is a tremendously complete game, with an almost perfect roster of characters and enough game modes to extend the experience at will. All aspects have been polished compared to previous installments and thus becomes one of the best options to enjoy the fighting genre.

DOOM: The Dark Ages has managed to distance itself enough from Eternal to avoid being overwhelmed by its legacy and create its own that lives up to what the series needed: a third installment that feels like a DOOM, but not the "nth" DOOM. Almost like a fascinating mix between a first-person shooter and a hack and slash, id Software has created something unique... again.

Outer Wilds is one of the greatest surprises we have received. A game that mixes exploration with a Groundhog Day-like scheme and a charismatic narrative to give, as a result, something truly unique. A hidden gem that everyone should try.

Ghostwire: Tokyo is a game that makes no effort to define itself with specific premises and, paradoxically, it ends up being what catches you the most.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder makes the jump to Nintendo Switch 2 alongside its new expansion, “Encounter in Belabel Park,” which adds previously unseen content to the base game in the form of challenges spanning different formats. Essentially, this DLC is built around delivering a new multiplayer experience within the series, evolving into something akin to a Mario Party designed for platformer fans—though it also features trials and challenges for all tastes.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach far surpasses the first entry of the franchise. New elements in the sequel elevate the experience, overcoming the repetitive nature of the gameplay. Death Stranding 2 is a fully immersive game reinforced by its spectacular landscapes and fascinating soundtrack, and every element just feels like it forms a cohesive whole. What separates the sequel from being an all-time great is a mixture of some gameplay aspects as well as how long it takes for the best of Death Stranding 2 to show up. Still, it is a must play game you cannot miss this year.

Continuous delivery that maintains the bases of previous editions, without making revolutionary changes but adding some new features that are quite promising. If Ultimate Team is well managed throughout the year, the mode could provide extra variety that was probably lacking in other seasons and allow us to enjoy it in different ways.

Nintendo runs wild this time around with a ton of ideas that combine into a creative process with no boundaries, thus making Super Marios Bros. Wonder a point of no return in the series. It implies that whatever Nintendo creates next, it will feel empty and uninspired as long as it does not match the newly set bar by Super Mario Bros. Wonder. This game is in every sense a new big hit by Nintendo, with its presence being as impactful as Odyssey's back in the day.

Battlefield 1 has become one of the greatest shooters based on the World War, featuring a very complete story mode, a well-polished multiplayer and a soundtrack that will be remembered well into the future. A must-buy in this videogame genre.

Forza Horizon 6 is the best entry in the series. Playground Games delivers a stunning open-world Japan, packed with density, verticality and personality, while the return of the wristband progression system gives the campaign real weight. Event variety hits new heights with mecha races, food delivery challenges and the best rallies the franchise has ever seen, all backed by the most ambitious soundtrack in Horizon history. It is iterative rather than transformative, and the usual issues remain (cosmetic damage, robotic dialogue, weak narrative), but the formula has never been this polished. An arcade racing masterpiece and an essential Game Pass day-one.

Infinite Wealth improves on everything over Ichiban Kasuga's first entry. The RPG elements are well polished and expanded and the secondary content such as Dondoko Island or the Sujimon hunt is hilarious, absorbing and well worth your time. Overall, Kasuga is just a great new main character, and the main story manages to strike a proper balance between a ton of comedy... and drama.

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is the purest form of chaos; but also of good storytelling. It is a journey, not with mere NPCs alongside Peter Quill, but with real friends. It is also a full display of crazy explosions, action to get your blood pumping, hilarious jokes and sublime music. All in all, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is one of the best single-player experiences of 2021.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle stands as one of the best video games of 2024 and living proof that MachineGames is a studio that knows how to move skillfully in environments different from those we've been accustomed to in the past. It's an adventure/action game that places special emphasis on the first element and strives to make you feel like Harrison Ford himself in front of the cameras. There's no better Indiana Jones game. This must finally be its Holy Grail.

Halo Infinite's compendium is a remarkable one, a game that excels in all areas and that properly shows the hard work that 343 Industries has put in the game. The campaign is cool and the multiplayer is lots of fun, so all in all John 117's first appearance in the next-gen is a fantastic one.

Prey is a masterpiece of the science-fiction genre. A game that hooks the player from beginning to end and creates a wonderful experience.

Nintendo and Hal Laboratory have once again pulled off an adventure that not only improves upon the original adventure but the added content offers enough to consider it essential. If you enjoyed the base game, the additional content will delight you and won't disappoint you at all. A perfect example of how to offer a new version of the game for one of the most beloved characters that exist.

FIFA 19 represents a turning point and a huge leap from last year’s entry. There have been improvements on the gameplay, physics and the majority of the game modes, which proves that EA has been working to create a competitive game that manages to meet expectations.

Forza Horizon 3 has become one of the best driving games of all time. Playground Games has delivered a unique experience that will make you play for hours and hours just to enjoy their driving feeling. This game continues with its previous style, but if it's not broke, don't fix it.

Dead Cells brings us a challenging adventure, full of action, which also merges several different genres. In the end, it provides a playable conflation as attractive as it is addictive.

While it is true that we are facing a completely unnecessary remaster, the different possibilities to enjoy it are quite accessible. The visual improvement is indisputable, and it is gratifying to be able to play the original installment with the technical section of the sequel. In addition, if we take into account that the remaster includes the expansion "The Frozen Wilds" with new areas, weapons, enemies and characters, they make this remaster a product of greater value and interest than other remasters such as Until Dawn or The Last of Us.

Pokémon Sun & Moon is a magnificent work from Game Freak. This renewed aspect looks great and the exotic region of Alola has lots of surprises for the fans. Every detail has been polished and the new gameplay mechanics are great.

A Plague Tale: Requiem perfectly shows how a game is supposed to improve on its predecessor: the plot is much more intense, the characters feel much more alive and the gameplay is not only polished but also feels like a perfect evolution. This IP is certainly looking very promising.

Pokémon Sun & Moon is a magnificent work from Game Freak. This renewed aspect looks great and the exotic region of Alola has lots of surprises for the fans. Every detail has been polished and the new gameplay mechanics are great.

Returning to play Deacon St. John and exploring the dangerous lands of Farewell felt like a trip back in time to 2019. The experience was more rewarding than expected thanks to its new features, extending the hours of enjoyment beyond the game's main plot even further. Days Gone Remastered delivers on absolutely every front, proving itself to be a more than adequate remake, not only for existing players but also for new ones who decide to delve into it.

Horizon Call of the Mountain is an amazing title to test the potential of PS VR2. The immersion that the game achieves thanks to its setting and its graphical level is incredible. In addition, the mechanics that it incorporates, such as climbing or the use of the bow, make you enjoy from home and feel inside each battle. A game that generates very positive sensations and that is not satisfied with being a technical demo, but rather aspires to be a weighty game, being even more ambitious on occasions than the installments we know of in some of its areas.

NBA 2K22 is still on the right track just like its predecessor once did. The gameplay has been polished even further, especially the defense, which has been corrected in several areas providing hence a good balance. Also, there has been a full remodeling of The Neighborhood. The game shines brightly by its own right and manages to squeeze out every last bit of the new consoles, which is reflected in its magnificent visuals.

This is pure psychological terror. Detention comes to Nintendo Switch with the goal of hooking the player in its intense, but short, story. Its plot and context are the best aspects of this game by far.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is, on one hand, a sublime experience regarding the technical aspects, one which fully utilizes PS5's hardware in order to become the most 'next-gen' thing up until now. On the other hand, it is also much more than a simple showing of Sony's new console power: it is a game with both a heart and a soul, a love letter to the whole Ratchet & Clank franchise.

Metroid Dread is a perfect mixture of 'things'. It is obviously a Metroidvania, but it can be enjoyed both by the connoisseurs of the genre as well as those that are complete newbies to it, it can even be considered a proper place to start exploring the genre. Even I, someone who is not particularly a fan of the Metroidvania concept, have been delighted by what Metroid Dread has to offer, and it has provided me with a ton of joy and has also surprised me more than any other game in a long time.

New Super Mario Bros U. Deluxe is, with no doubt whatsoever, one of the best 2D platform games to become available in the last few years. Therefore, if you have never played the game before, now is the perfect time for it. Nintendo Switch shows that it is the perfect device for the genre and its catalogue just keeps on getting bigger.

Outlast II creates a level of tension that has been very uncommon to see in a recent videogame. With great gameplay, amazing sound quality and outstanding setting, it has become one of the best titles of 2017.

The Red Strings Club is a perfect example of how to create a sublime and intrinsic moral debate within a deep story and a great and well developed world. A masterpiece of graphic adventures, absolutely recommendable for those who are fans of the genre and for those who aren’t.

Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics doesn't simply offer classic board games and some sports. It offers a magnificent representation of them on Nintendo Switch. This title achieves that players of all ages, fans or not of video games, take a Joy-Con and enjoy up to 51 very varied and fun games. An essential game to play at parties with friends or family.

Anarcute is one of the most adorable games you will find this year. Great mechanics, simple and fun gameplay and a music selection that almost everyone will love, but not as much as you will love the little anarchists that are featured in the game.

Control was already a good game before Ultimate Edition, with obvious negatives but impressive gameplay, but Control Ultimate Edition in PS5 is amazing: graphically it is in a whole other level, with a very stable performance at 60fps (if you set the performance mode) and a good resolution (1440p). However, the best part is how Control Ultimate Edition takes advantage of the DualSense features such as the adaptive triggers or the haptic feedback.

Remnant II is a solid game that offers a challenging and rewarding gaming experience. Fans of action-RPG games will surely enjoy this title. The game features challenging gameplay, stunning graphics, and a wealth of content. However, the game's story is relatively simple and predictable.

Crash Bandicoot returns with an adventure that oozes nostalgia, originality, fun and a multitude of bonus content to delight fans and newcomers to the saga. Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time is the game the world has been waiting for many years, and it also manages to go beyond all expectations.

The new installment of the Gears of War saga is just what the fans were expecting after Judgment. Even though its story mode is a bit short, its gameplay mechanics and graphics will make you fall in love with Gears of War 4.

Observer: System Redux is one of the titles that has surprised us the most so far this year. A remastering of the title that appeared back in 2017 where the psychological thriller reaches its graphic climax proposing and convincing in all aspects.

Life is Strange: Before the Storm Ep. 1 sets up an intriguing story that lives up to the franchise’s name. Even though its not flawless, the prequel delivers an experience worth living.

Tekken has returned, better than ever. Its gameplay is still fresh and features new elements such as the Rage Arts, which increases the excitement of every match. The customization is fun, entertaining and sports thousands of possibilities. A must-buy for genre fans.

SpellForce 3, despite not being very deep, makes an excellent fusion of RPG and RTS, becoming one of the best PC games of the year.

Super Mario 3D All-Star is possibly the best compilation of platformers ever. It's obvious that Nintendo could have improved these games more, especially Super Mario 64. However, it still maintains the essence of three of the most influential titles in the videogame industry.

The New Colossus launches as one of the most polished and gratifying shooters of the decade. With a stunning gunplay and a very improved narrative aspect, MachineGames and Bethesda have created a incredible experience that no one should miss.

Saros is a brilliant evolution of Returnal proving that less can truly be more. It's a gameplay machine, polished to perfection, paired with a distinctive tone, narrative, and story all its own. One of those rare gems that feels timeless, no matter the years. Saros is utterly addictive.

The arrival of the game on PS5 maximizes everything that is Ghost of Tsushima. If his world was precious now it is even more so. Enjoying the game at 60fps or reaching 4K resolution is something that is noticeable from the first minute and that makes this experience touring feudal Japan even greater.

Need for Speed comes back stronger than ever with an open-world game that has a great story mode and gameplay mechanics adapted to every player.

Red Dead Redemption on PC is a testament to the power of timeless design. This version not only preserves the magic of the original, but improves on it in significant ways. The fluidity of the unlocked framerate, the sharpness of 4K resolution, and the improvements to draw distance make this, without a doubt, the best way to experience this modern classic.

Mario Party Superstar's online mode boosts the game up to the point that it becomes the most well-rounded entry of the series. It is something that players had been looking for many years now, and it completely matches expectations.

It will blow you away by knowing how to combine a serious and solid narrative with completely absurd moments.

Although it does not bring anything new compared with previous versions, Yooka-Laylee is perfect for Nintendo Switch and its type of gameplay will make you stay playing this fun game for lots of hours.

Tiny Tina's Wonderland is an ode to tabletop role-playing games that will transport the player to a first person perspective. The casual and humorous approach of Tina fits just perfectly within the game, and with all of the general improvements over Borderlands this spin-off might as well surpass the main game.

Far from Noise is not a game for everybody, but it is a game that everybody should play. Amazing narrative, a remarkable story and an incredible visual style are the elements that make this videogame a true piece of art.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is one of the best games based on a movie in memory. The possibilities of the open world are endless and fun is guaranteed for many hours.

Children of Morta takes the mechanics from the roguelike genre but manages to craft a truly narrative experience. An unique game that offers fun gameplay mixed with an emotional story full of heart. One of the greatest surprises of 2019 so far.

Tales of Berseria is one of the best Japanese role games that PlayStation 4 has to offer. It features an amazing story with a duration of at least 60 hours. This is how this genre of games should always be.

Yooka-Laylee is the triumphant return of the true platform games. Playtonic has managed to mix everything good of this genre and turn it into something fresh and wonderful.

Crimson Desert demands patience and isn't afraid to challenge you, but when everything clicks, few games come close. Pywel is one of the most alive and detailed open worlds I've seen in years, the combat becomes deeply rewarding once you master it, boss fights are a genuine spectacle, and the sheer amount of things to discover and do is almost ridiculous. Pearl Abyss took its time with this one, and it shows.

If we talk about soccer simulators, Football Manager 2023 is simply perfect, the problem is that right now there is a ceiling that hasn't been knocked down for several years. For the franchise to really take a step forward, it is necessary to start improving other aspects of the game and continental licenses is a start, although somewhat insufficient. We'll keep waiting.

Dead Space Remake maintains and improves on everything that already made great the original game from 2008, thus bringing back one of the best survival-horror games in the last 20 years. The remake is masterful not only due to the improvements on the visual side, but also because it introduces new gameplay mechanics. AlL in all, it's a noticeable overall upgrade.

NBA 2K21 Next Generation is a massive leap for the basketball franchise, one that comes in many different shapes. First of all, playing in the WNBA is a joy, especially given the introduction of the W. Also, The City is just humongous, and it'll offer plenty to do whether it is against people or even the CPU through challenges. And, of course, the Next Gen power feels amazing, from both a visual and a performance standpoint.

Sometimes it’s difficult to create something terrifying and disturbing without resorting to cheap jump scares, but when the grotesque and horror come together as one, works like Reanimal are born. Tarsier Studios’ latest title has managed to surpass the original Little Nightmares in every way, adding a cooperative mode and refining level design, sound, and an atmosphere that many of the industry’s most popular horror titles could only dream of.

This is a must-play game for all Metroidvania enthusiasts. The sequel gets rid of the problems of the first entry and manages to push further beyond all of its virtues. There's almost no flaws at all in Blasphemous 2: the game boasts incredibly addictive gameplay, fun misteries, exploration and a bearable yet challenging difficulty. It can certainly be considered amongst the best Metroidvania games of all time.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is a masterpiece that you have to experience: a powerful adventure if you enjoyed The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild... Although you'll have to put up with its poor graphics.

Tequila Works has created an adventure full of exciting moments and unforgettable scenes. Its music and artistic style turn it into a masterpiece. There is no doubt that it will become one of the best titles of this current generation..

Super Mario Party is the rebirth of a franchise that, after a great audiovisual work and very successful mechanics, will provide a lot of hours of fun to all players.

Watch Dogs 2 represents a great quality improvement over its weak predecessor. It features very polished graphics and a great story mode with personality and style.

Monster Hunter Rise introduces several new gimmicks such as the wirebug and the Canyne that further improve the depth of the gameplay, becoming thus essential tools for future entries of the franchise. Monster Hunter Rise is, without a doubt, the definitive hunting experience in Nintendo Switch.

Stray is a game that has surprised me both for the good and for the bad. I expected a game that simply tried to distract us from its failures with the idea that it would be enough to put us in the shoes of an adorable cat. And it has been that, but also more things: my skepticism regarding him has ended up leaving as I saw more of the world he wants to present. In the end, it's ironic that the thing I've fallen least in love with in a game about controlling a cat was, precisely, controlling a cat.

Deathloop follows the same pattern regarding the most characteristic elements to be found on Arkane's portfolio: a superb level design, an exceptional gameplay, an interesting story and an artistic element nothing short of spectacular. A magnificent game with but a few 'but' that has managed to completely hook me from beginning to end.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is an innovative souls-like with deep combat and dynamic systems that add a lot of the depth to the overall experience. The 'Madness Gauge' and the Inner Demon manifestation is quite a groundbreaking way to transform death into a powerful gameplay mechanic. If you are looking for a new souls-like with fun, fast-paced combat, then Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will definitely check all of your boxes.

The Callisto Protocol embraces fear in a very traditional way; essentially like the saying 'if It ain't broke don't fix it'. The future of space horror games is more than guaranteed within the first step of a video game that is not afraid to look to the past; It is a video game that does not shy away from showing exactly which games inspire it.

Moonlighter is one of the funniest indie games that we have seen this year. It mixes adventure and management and delivers hours of entertainment with an experience that feels fresh and brand new.

After more than 30 hours of gameplay, I can safely say that Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is exactly the kind of madness we needed. It's a game that embraces the absurdity of its premise and turns it into its greatest strength. The story kept me engaged, the characters are memorable, and every aspect of the game is bursting with personality.

At a time when Atlus is at its creative peak, with Metaphor: ReFantazio demonstrating its innovative potential and Persona cementing its position as a global franchise, Raidou Remaster arrives at the perfect time. It proves that Atlus's storied catalog is full of unique experiences waiting to be rediscovered.

Persona 4 Golden is like that bedside book that you are so fond of, a world that you want to return to again and again to meet characters you even dream of. If you forgive the passage of time, we are facing a title that even surpasses the fifth installment, bridging the gap.

Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book is a breath of fresh air in the genre of JRPG. This game features a mundane story but in a fantasy world where the dreams of the characters are more important than the plot.

As a game in itself, it is a timeless gem that has not aged at all thanks to the freshness provided by the playability of this saga, its originality and its impeccable level design. And as a remaster, although it doesn't look as good as Luigi's Mansion 3, the visual changes and improvements fit it like a glove and doesn't clash at all among the Nintendo Switch game catalog.

With Halo: Reach we are facing a game that has aged perfectly with good gameplay, high doses of fun and especially hours and hours that will keep us entertained in multiplayer modes. Halo: The Master Chief Collection starts big with one of the best games in the series that are remembered on PC.

Sloclap has delivered one of the best indie games of this 2017. Although it lacks a deep and more interesnting story, it has unique combat and gameplay mechanics that are rewarded with a great progression. An amazing journey and a stunning game.

Is a game always better if it has more content than its previous entry? In this specific case, I have to say no. Horizon Forbidden West still is a great game, there is no doubt whatsoever about that, but it did not manage to go to the next level. If you enjoyed the first entry of the series you are probably going to enjoy this one all the same, maybe even more. However, I feel a lack of ambition, mainly because I wholeheartedly believe that both Aloy and Guerrilla are capable of something 'bigger'.

Microsoft Flight Simulator is one of the great releases so far this year, a title in which Asobo Studio has managed to create what could become the best flight simulator of all time that will satisfy both the most purists and the more novice pilots. A realism never before seen in the genre of aerial simulation arrives with this powerful installment to PC and Xbox One.

The portable version lacks some things included in the FES version that are clearly noticeable, but the gameplay is still good, the OST is simply majestic and the characters are just so charming that make up for any bad thing about the game. This is definitely one of the best stories ever told in a JRPG.

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice expands further the Ace Attorney world, with new mechanics, a better investigation system and a lot of old acquaintances that most of the fans missed in the last games.

And the thing is that Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stands out for practically the same reasons as its sister installments: fun gameplay, a good story, charismatic characters (although in this work they are not as much as in other titles in the saga) and, above all, a world that is overwhelming to see and explore due to how vast it is. Huge, yes. And also very dangerous, as I mentioned in the analysis. But it is a joy to get lost and discover scenarios, each one more impressive than the last, with scenarios that are the envy of many current open worlds.

No, Silent Hill f is not the best game in the franchise, but it is an outstanding installment that looks back on older titles and lays the groundwork for Konami to continue the saga with quality standards it had forgotten since the PlayStation 2 generation.

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is an absolutely key and necessary piece to be able to fully absorb the essence of the Final Fantasy VII remake. Although this game does not have the same depth as the official remake of the first part in terms of changes made, Square Enix has done a phenomenal job to make the figure of Zack Fair enjoy and adapt like a charm in the middle of 2022.

LIVE A LIVE is your bonafide classic RPG that we could not have a taste of in Europe back in the day. The game boasts tons of different stories with a powerul narrative. LIVE A LIVE offers many hours of adventuring, entertainment, a compelling tale and an artistic design that you will fall in love with.