Look Outside is genuinely one of the scariest games I’ve played since P.T., and that’s an incredibly high bar to clear.

Kaiserpunk brings the creativity and consideration for construction of a Sim Game to the deep strategy and nuance of the 4X genre.

As it stands, big caveats aside, inZOI is an interesting experiment but not one that I would readily recommend, at least not at the launch of Early Access. What is here is, again, intriguing, yes, but far from feature-complete and optimized for performance. [Pre-Early Access Impressions]

With Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft has finally delivered on the feudal Japan setting fans have always wanted. However, some elements have been left behind in the wake of the modernization of Assassin's Creed.

There is a certain sense of feeling like a wandering soul in 33 Immortals that the title captures in a way that I haven’t experienced in a game before, making the experience truly feel unique yet familiar within the roguelike genre. [Early Access Impressions]

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition graces the Nintendo Switch with one final gift from its underappreciated older sibling, the Nintendo Wii U, bringing with it the best version of the already stellar JRPG experience.

Atelier Yumia is another solid outing for Gust's long-running series, which learns from its predecessor's successes while carving its own path.

Whereas it is a worthy experiment and a cozy game deserving of a recommendation, Wanderstop ultimately struggles to live up to its creators’ illustrious reputations.

Age of Mythology: Retold - Immortal Pillars is an excellent expansion that further enriches the Age of Mythology experience.

MainFrames is a solid little platformer that takes players inside the world of a computer that just so happens to be a paradise for platformer fanatics.

Those very small complaints notwithstanding, Suikoden I & II HD Remaster should still be considered a must-buy for anyone who considers themselves a classic JRPG fan and has even the tiniest amount of interest in the franchise, as this will be the first time that these two games will be available in HD and English for every modern platform (excluding mobile). According to Konami there will also be physical editions for PS5, Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch, so would-be collectors should take note.

Morkull Ragast’s Rage wants desperately to be Hollow Knight but is ultimately unfun and unfinished.

Slime Heroes is a decent enough “Babies First Dark Souls” but fails to do anything interesting with the core concept of being a Slime.

Split Fiction is a masterpiece. Between engaging emotional storytelling and wildly experimental gameplay mechanics that manage to stay fun start to finish, everyone should play Split Fiction.

Knights in Tight Spaces takes all the good ideas of its predecessor and not only adapts them to a fantasy setting but builds on them in interesting ways.

Carmen Sandiego tries to revive the gameplay of its classic PC predecessors, however it fails to innovate in any meaningful way.

Whether you are a fan of their previous games or you just want a light tycoon-style sim, it’s hard to go wrong with Two Point Museum.

Monster Hunter Wilds may very well set the standard for not just how Monster Hunter plays but also how it tells its story.

The Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection is an incredibly robust collection that is sure to please long-time fans, but may be a bit too archaic for some newcomers.

The team at HB Studios and 2K has found the mark with PGA Tour 2K25. The game is a significant improvement on everything that made the previous title good and, when it comes to sports titles, that’s exactly what the doctor ordered.

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 1 tells a beautiful coming-of-age story, but takes far too long building up something that never pays off.

Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a history trip to a dark, odd time in Lara's history, covered in the same thin base coat of modern paint.

Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog is a somewhat short but sweet visual novel experience that captures the heart of the PC-98 era and retro mecha anime of decades past.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is an okay spin-off of the Yakuza series. The story is fine, but my biggest issue is that it doesn’t really feel inventive, which is usually what Yakuza and Like a Dragon games have in spades.

Warriors: Abyss can provide a fun experience for the Warriors die-hards, but could be skipped by everyone else.

Even though it took a while for the story to hook me, Avowed managed to bring a truly unique world to life with creative combat and stunning settings.

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII manages to give players enough freedom to create their own version of gameplay over and over again. Pairing that with some truly stunning art, and a system that welcomes players new and old, Civ VII is the strategy game to own this year.

TMNT: Splintered Fate - Casey Jones & The Junkyard Jam is a welcome addition to Splintered Fates, more for its playable hero than its new level.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak II is an excellent entry into the ongoing Trails series of games and an easy recommendation to RPG/Anime fans if they played the first.

Alien: Rogue Incursion successfully transports players to the terrifying world of the Aliens Franchise in a VR experience that doesn't overstay its welcome.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 had a lot of promise, with its gripping story and beautiful landscapes, at least until the technical issues started showing up and completely ruined the experience.

Under Defeat (2025) is a remaster of the expertly crafted 2005 vertical shooter, offering tight gameplay, striking art, infectious music, and shmup-friendly extras that make its high difficulty rewarding and replayable.

Spider-Man 2 on PC brings with it all the action of the PlayStation 5 release, now in full swing on capable hardware with minimum road bumps along the way.

Hello Kitty Island Adventure is the perfect cozy time sink. Now that it is on Nintendo Switch and PC, its rich world and consistent updates will make it a part of my regular rotation.

Robobeat is a solid rhythm-based shooter with an amazing soundtrack made even better by its built-in audio studio for players to use their own music in the game.

Ninja Gaiden II Black takes an already solid entry into the series and gives it a modern and bloody coat of paint that signals the return of the legendary franchise.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O does its job at introducing new fans to the franchise. It’s a fun refresh of an older game, but you won’t be missing out if you don’t pick up this title.

Sniper Elite: Resistance sticks to its guns and plays it safe, reiterating everything that makes the series great without introducing anything new.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap combines intense action with some minor roguelike elements for a Tower Defence game like no other.

Cuisineer is a delicious dungeon crawler served with a scrumptious side of restaurant sim that is sure to leave players satisfied.

Whether you’ll enjoy Star Wars: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles depends purely on nostalgia, but for the modern day this game just doesn’t hold up.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is a masterpiece, featuring exceptional characters, stunning environments, engaging combat mechanics, and captivating performances that hold up even after a third playthrough. It is a game everyone should experience.

Synduality Echo of Ada has an addictive value at first, but needs to add more content and customizability to maintain concurrent player base.

Tales of Graces F Remastered is a worthy return to one of the more underrated entries into the series for a brand new console generation to enjoy.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD brings everything good from both the Wii and 3DS versions of the title to the Nintendo Switch, including the extra levels included in the 3DS version.

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana makes a handful of smart improvements to an already great action RPG, making it look and feel better than ever.

Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered feels a bit archaic by modern standards, but it still tells a compelling tale of vampires and vengeance that highly entertains while also challenging gamers with brain-wracking environmental puzzles.

On Your Tail tells an interesting story by engaging the player in a simple life sim with intriguing crime-solving elements.

Home Sports is a less-than-stellar attempt at bringing a compilation of sports into a single package. Between no replay value, bigger game area requirements and some funky physics, it’s safe to say to skip this one.

Fairy Tail 2 is a highly polished, cel-shaded action-JRPG that faithfully adapts the final dramatic arc of the Fairy Tail franchise into video game form, but its severe lack of onboarding for newcomers risks alienating a much larger potential audience.

Naiad is an immersive and accessible adventure that’s unabashedly sweet and delightfully simple.

Despite its flaws, the unsettling atmosphere and experimental narrative make Among Ashes a fascinating experience for horror fans.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is the best title in the franchise and provides a non-intimidating onboard ramp to the simulator franchise, but game crashes and performance issues can be frustrating.

While a little simple, Rita’s Rewind brings back the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers for a thrilling jaunt into the past, capturing the hype of the source material.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle makes a strong attempt to bring Indy back to gaming with a great narrative and exceptional puzzles, but its minute-to-minute gameplay suffers from frequent perspective changes and clunky combat.

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide finds interesting ways to utilize the PS5 hardware for an intense experience that is highly enjoyable.

RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic is a little bumpy and not particularly well-built for the Switch, but ultimately this classic ride is still a lot of fun.

The Thaumaturge blends cosmic horror, mature themes, brutal combat, and a sense of exploration like no game before it. A perfect fit for any horror fan looking to dive into the horrors of the real world.

Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island has some interesting ideas, but may be a bit too slow for some players.

Fantasian Neo Dimension is not only a charming adventure, but a lovingly-crafted tribute to the genre from some of its biggest pioneers.

ANTONBLAST is a game that both embraces and exceeds its inspiration. If you were a fan of Wario Land or even Pizza Tower then you were probably already going to love this, but I can safely say I think you’re going to love it for reasons beyond the games it was inspired by. Its silly, chaotic style will be incredibly approachable for newcomers, and its plethora of extras and collectables will be catnip for fans of the genre. You might even say, ANTONBLAST is a one-Ton Blast.

Infinity Nikki is a genuinely enjoyable game about exploring, forging friends and making pretty dresses, let down by an abundance of predatory monetization and unnecessary mobile design choices.

The MySims: Cozy Bundle is a solid blast from the past albeit slightly held back by some lacklustre controls.

30 Birds is a wildly imaginative odyssey that’s as creative as it is beautiful.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is incredibly promising, but needs more time to cook.

Farming Simulator 25 offers an immersive farming experience with a vast array of machinery to operate and numerous tasks to complete, providing something for everyone at a whole new level of gameplay.

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival has potential, but with it’s overwhelming animations and pricey day-one DLCs, it’s hard to recommend to anyone looking to get into the series.

DEATH NOTE Killer Within takes the core ideas of Among Us and adds a unique Cat & Mouse flair with some notable nods to the anime.

Although not perfect, DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake modernizes the decades-old classic while setting the stage for the sequel, ultimately making it an essential game for JRPG enthusiasts and DQ die-hards alike.

Goofy in tone and regulated in design, LEGO Horizon Adventures is an unlikely and amusing inversion of a modern classic, made accessible for a new audience.

In Sink is a fun and stylish puzzle game to play with your friend online, but suffers from some puzzles dragging out for too long and sometimes the hint function does the opposite of its purpose.

Mirthwood fails to inspire any feelings similar to its namesake.

Empire of the Ants is visually beautiful and narratively fascinating but isn’t consistently fun to play.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is the best entry in the series in recent history. With its impactful campaign, tense zombie mode, and highly addictive multiplayer. It's easy for me to see why Call of Duty is the king of multiplayer gaming.

Metro Awakening is the full Metro experience tailor-made for VR and is a must-play for fans of the series and VR enthusiasts alike.

Metal Slug Tactics combines the fundamentals of a Turn-Based Strategy with the mechanics of the series’ Run & Gun action for one of the most fun strategy games I’ve played in a while.

Batman: Arkham Shadow lets the player fully live out their Batman dream. It had incredible immersion, a great story, and gameplay that made me really feel like the Dark Knight, but it isn’t an experience I will soon forget.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership is like a perfect representation of the Bros themselves: even though one might trip up here and there, everything works so well together that it makes it an unforgettable experience.

Slitterhead’s clunky controls, forced stealth, and dull cutscenes make it a tedious, frustrating 15-hour experience that feels like watching paint dry.

Vampire Survivor’s loving tribute, Ode to Castlevania, has come around full circle (of the moon) for an incredible add on that increases the fun of the main game ten fold.

The Grand Archive Story Pack isn’t very grand and is pretty light on story. There’s some new pathways to explore but not enough substance to recommend this expansion over other DLC in the franchise.

Wayfinder is a fun, fast-paced action RPG with some great world-building and excellent progression systems. While there are still some rough areas to sand down, Wayfinder manages to offer an incredibly engaging experience that can be shared with a friend.

If you haven’t played Horizon Zero Dawn, or are looking for a reason to experience Aloys story from the beginning, then this is the way forward. A gorgeous remaster that brings all of the charm of the original and all of the graphical deliciousness of the sequel.

Life Is Strange: Double Exposure is a triumphant return for a matured Max Caulfield, a character-driven paranormal mystery that old fans and newcomers should embrace.

BioWare took the time they needed to bring Dragon Age fans the perfect RPG experience. From style to story and everything in between, Dragon Age: The Veilguard is everything I wanted from this entry in the Dragon Age universe.

A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead while intriguing on paper, is too inconsistent when it comes to pacing, difficulty and world building to really make an impact.

Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered is a mixed-bag experience. While I was a fan of the game when it was first released in 2011, you can really feel its age in this remaster.

Yakuza Kiwami is a serviceable port of a solid remake that finally gives Nintendo audiences a taste of the Japanese beat-em-up favourite.

Voidwrought is fast, fun, and fluid. Despite some late-game balancing issues, it still makes for an entertaining Metroidvania experience. The soundtrack alone is worth the price of admission.

Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven remakes an overlooked gem into a modern-looking feast for old-school JRPG fans, though some wrinkles still show.

Shin-chan: Shiro and the Coal Town doesn't reinvent the wheel but instead takes you on a cozy stroll through the idyllic countryside through the lens of a child.

Rogue Flight is a well-made, perfectly-priced arcade-style 3D space action shooter that serves as an open love letter to 80’s and 90’s anime/shmup era fans, offering plenty nostalgia, throwback references and many hours of replay value.

Fear the Spotlight delivers an incredibly impactful and unsettling story that will linger in my memory long after the credits roll.

Sonic X Shadow Generations delivers two fantastic games for the price of one, capturing the best elements of the Dreamcast era.

Citadelum brings city building to the next level, and although some ideas feel a bit like busywork, at the base of it all is an exceptional sim experience.

Dragged down by buggy gameplay, unstable framerates, laggy input control and middling production values, Starship Troopers: Extermination makes an ambitious attempt at capturing the spirit of the original 1997 film, but ultimately delivers an average horde/extraction game that isn’t all that much fun to play.

Even if you've played the original release, Arizona Sunshine Remake is worth checking out if you have a PSVR2 or a modern gaming PC capable of running newer VR titles.

Despite some technical issues and a lacklustre final encounter, Unknown 9: Awakening brings a unique take on combat with an extremely well-acted plot that creates a story truly worth experiencing.