This is the second time I've finished it and I've enjoyed it like a child, if you haven't played it before or even thought about it, run and enjoy it.

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.

An okay game full of minigames that help you exercise your brain but that, however, does not have much going for itself in terms of variety of content. Nevertheless, it's possible that in a few days you'll just be completing tests non-stop.

Jurassic World Evolution 2 is not a bad game, not at all, as a matter of fact, those that already played the first entry are going to love this one, and the players that make of this one their first contact with the saga are going to be overjoyed as well. The gameplay itself is awesome, and the overall experience is pretty funny, nevertheless, it certainly lacks something regarding new elements.

Football Manager 2022 provides yet again a masterful experience full of new elements that keep on improving a near perfect videogame, which also becomes more and more demanding with each new entry.

Shin Megami Tensei V boasts extraordinary visuals, a familiar gameplay and an interesting narrative alongside AAA production values that, in the end, make for one of the best RPG of the whole year and, most likely, even the decade.

Forza Horizon 5 accomplishes that which so many franchises try again, and again, but fail to do so: get better with each and every entry. Playground Games and Turn 10 Studio's magnificent display brings about one of the best racing games of all time to Microsoft. Is this 2021's GOTY?

Riders Republic is one of the biggest surprises of the year for me. A title with a gameplay so polished that it is capable of erasing all the bad preconceptions you could have about it. In the end, the most important thing about Riders Republic is that it makes you feel like the king of the mountain in every jump, every skid and every stunt that you manage to land safely on the ground.

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.

Koei Tecmo's survival horror exits Wii U in order to land in many other platforms to make us experience something unforgettable. This game is not for any kind of player, but it will please enthusiasts of both Japanese horror as well as photography. Although it may be a bit complex to play, the rhythm of game is pretty fluid.

Age of Empires IV feels like some necessary fresh air that manages to maintain the essence of the classics without too much innovation. At the same time, it is actually a step forward towards what the community has been asking for in the last few years. The series is back with the utmost care by Relic Entertainment, displaying a commendable work like not many others. AOE is back once again.

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.

Back 4 Blood is the perfect way to end a long day doing something that almost anyone can enjoy: absent-mindlessly destroying zombies. The 'fathers' of Left 4 Dead are back with a full display of adrenaline, but also including strategic components that notably enhance the overall experience. If only the single player component weren't so poor.

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.

Far Cry 6 is a game that does just what it should: gives you a good handful of gameplay mechanics so you can find yourself as a player within the chaotic Yaran revolution. Despite its imperfections, I will remember the game as a place I want to return to; as an open world that respects you as a player and understands that it should be you who decides how to spend your time with it.

FIFA 22 introduces us to the biggest gameplay change in years to bring more realism to a game mode that, although it does not need it, does bring it closer to the sport from which it is nourished.

The 'Director's Cut' of Death Stranding is basically the same game we once enjoyed on PS4 but taking advantage of all of the technical prowess of the PS5, plus there are some interesting additions to top it off.

Lost in Random basically accomplishes evereything it needs to: it tells an intriguing and original story that mixes innovative gameplay systems, it is not afraid to gamble and it pays off in almost every little thing. This is a game worth considering, both for how fun it is and how interesting it manages to remain.

Even if I know that my relationship with stealth titles is kind of 'toxic', Aragami 2 is but one more symptom of that link: I know that it has flaws, but I cannot avoid ignoring them in pursuit of their benefits. In the end, any criticism about its plot, its design or its technology succumbs to the simple but fundamental fact that it is satisfying and fun, leaving behind an experience that, without a doubt, I will fondly remember and recommend to any fan of the genre.

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.

I have once again enjoyed my time with Ni No Kuni II but like never before, reminding me why I like video games and why I am not too tolerant of the games that come out nowadays. And all in an adaptation that works very well.

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.

Fun, challenging, and varied. This is how I would define WarioWare: Get It Together!, Nintendo's new title for the hybrid console. I admit that it can be a bit of a disappointment to those players looking for depth, mainly because WarioWare is pretty straightforward, but this kind of Free Guy style in video games is definitely something that has enchanted me.

Tales of Arise is the best option for this year regarding the JRPG genre. It is a game that you will fall in love with through its storytelling and a set of characters for whom you can actually feel something. Tt also features an acceptable progression system as well as fun battles, some interesting main missions (not so much for the secondary stuff), optional events, impactful visuals... it has everything.

Psychonauts 2 is an act of empathy by Double Fine towards video games and oneself. If you are ready to go through it, this sequel can put aside its appearance of a classic 3D platform video game to connect with you on a very personal level. Or, at least, that's what happened to me while i was playing it. Psychonauts 2 has come like a breath of fresh air at a time in my life when I needed to stop for a moment and just breathe.

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.

There is no better game currently on the Xbox Series than Microsoft Flight Simulator; it is a complete joy on console, and this version even manages to make you forget that playing it on PC is also an option. Microsoft Flight Simulator is quite the feat for airplane simulators, a genuine hit that will follow you through hundreds of hours of gameplay.

Zelda Skyward Sword certainly fulfills its purpose: it is a second chance that perfectly inserts itself within the whole franchise. It is a nice, colorful experience with tons of charisma that does not fall short in the very least comparing it to other entries.