If you are looking for something more than what you saw in the 1st entry in Puyo Puyo Tetris series, you probably can't find much other than the Skill Battle mode, although you will still be fully entertained if you are into this type of games. In a nutshell, Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 is almost the same game as its predecessor with same old issues but much better visuals, and as entertaining.

Even though Remnant 2 makes more sense as a multiplayer experience, it is still a valuable package worth a try, but the $50 price tag might be a bit steep considering it’s not a AAA title.

The Red Strings Club is a story-driven, pixel-art style point & click adventure that makes you think, think and think; about a very possible future that may just be around the corner for us, and about the current troubles that human race is facing.

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a story of Japanese legends and folklore that throws you into a beautifully designed world full of exploration and keeps carrying you toward the end. However, the road gets bumpy at times.

While not groundbreaking, the newest WWE 2K boasts stunning visuals, arguably the best wrestling sim currently available. Yet, the series struggles to evolve, with annual releases often feeling incremental rather than transformative.

Reanimal is a standout addition to the survival horror genre, building upon the successful foundation established by Little Nightmares while confidently carving out its own identity. By refining the tense atmosphere, environmental storytelling, and unsettling creature design that made its predecessor so memorable, it delivers a more focused and immersive experience. The result is not only a meaningful evolution of a proven formula, but also one of the most impressive indie releases of the year.

Octopath Traveler is an appealing title full of pleasant little stories, and offers solid combat mechanisms. However, some not-so-up-to-date decisions prevent it from reaching its full potential.

Untitled Goose Game is a very simple yet entertaining experience that can be wrapped up in less than an hour. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing one hour experience, it can be a good option for you. But if you are looking to get more engaged in action, look elsewhere.

Arise: A simple Story is a wonderful and colorful journey that shows us that video games can be more than plain entertainment, and they can actually give us some lessons for life.

Indika tells a unique story about the fear and horror of 19th century Russia ruled by radical religious, and does its best to push the boundaries of an indie game and reach new heights, although it comes up short here and there, it’s still a one of a kind experience that shouldn’t be missed.

Although Before the Storm is not developed by Dontnod, it feels exactly like Life is Strange; specially in terms of story-telling. Deck Nine did a great job in picking up all of the great things about LIS and if you are a fan of the original game, you’ll feel right at home here.

Ghostrunner 2 builds on the successful formula of the first game and improves it in many areas, but the open world part of the gameplay feels shallow and can't keep up with the lightning pace of the main story.

Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition is a heartfelt tribute to a beloved classic, delivering a strong dose of nostalgia for longtime fans. While it stays true to the original’s core mechanics and strategic depth, it also introduces subtle improvements that enhance the overall experience without compromising its roots.

Lies of P sets foot in a realm that many studios have ventured into and failed, and even though it’s still not at the level of the works by the great Miyazaki, it is one the best Soulslike games ever made.

Even with some technical issues that the game is suffering from, Scarlet Nexus is still great and entertaining, and it can become one of the best JRPG/Hack 'n' Slash games if it can reach its true potential.

The new Ghostrunner game can be a pain in the stomach sometimes, but at the same time it's one of the most unique first person action games that offers tons of fast-paced, fun gameplay.

The Fall of Avalon is a bold and ambitious RPG that excels in world-building, layered storytelling, and punishing difficulty. It’s designed for players with patience and a strong background in role-playing, offering a deep, challenging adventure for those willing to invest the time.

Raccoon Logic’s latest release is a worthy sequel to Journey to the Savage Planet, delivering an entertaining experience through its engaging story, dynamic combat, inventive world design, and satisfying platforming. Revenge of the Savage Planet blends various well-executed elements into a cohesive whole, offering Sci-Fi fans hours of immersive gameplay.

The Origami King is the best entry in the Paper Mario series, and probably one of the best Nintendo Switch exclusives if we don't consider its rather weak combat system. Intelligent Systems did a great job in telling a new Mario story using Origami characters, and mixing it with funny moments, exploration and diverse environments.

Darkwood tells the story of escaping from a mysterious and scary forest, where darkness and fear are the powers at work, and although it suffers from shortcomings here and there, the atmosphere alone is enough to keep you engaged and take your breath away.

At first glance, you might think that there is not much difference between Shadow of War and its predecessor, but as you progress in the game, you’ll notice that it improved almost on every aspect. The world is really huge and with the help of nemesis system, you’ll experience some epic battles that you’ll not forget anytime soon.

Judgment pumps new blood in the Yakuza series with new gameplay mechanics and story telling techniques, and although there is no sign of our beloved hero here, there is still much to enjoy from, especially for the fans of the series.

Children of Morta is a turning point for Dead Mage Studios, and from now on expectations are gonna be much higher from them. Definitely one of the best indie games of the year.

Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake pushes away all the technical limits of the original game while staying extremely loyal to its core, and presents the perfect remake for both fans and new players.

While everyone is waiting for technically advanced 9th generation games, Little Nightmares 2 steals the show with its beautiful art design, jaw-dropping story and unique gameplay and atmosphere.

The console edition of Planet Coaster is a great port from PC that works perfectly with console controllers, and if you are a fan of simulation games and patient enough to learn all the mechanisms of the game, you will definitely enjoy it.

Trepang2 is a solid first-person shooter designed to satisfy all your action needs, offering countless explosions, millions of bullets, and the best Bullet-time experience since F.E.A.R.

Rollerdrome is a unique experience with beautiful art design and smooth gameplay that somehow manages to combine two very different genres and still entertain.