Toylogic has done a stellar job in modernizing 2010's release of NieR with NieR: Replicant Ver. 1.22474487139 giving fans of both the original and Automata something new to enjoy in the ever-expanding world of NieR.

It is obvious the love and attention that went into creating Streets of Rage 4, a game made first and foremost for fans, but made accessible and engaging enough for casual players to enjoy. Streets of Rage 4 is a must play, particularly fans who may have been on the fence.

A clever take on two worn genres, Wasted is a funny and addictive genre hybrid that has scores of content at a low price point.

Hitman 2 is possibly the best version of this darkly comic murder simulator we’ve seen in quite some time.

Expertly tuned controls mixed with exploring a thought-provoking, tear-jerking and hilarious story of family and loss make Another Fisherman's Tale a must-play title.

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.

Thankfully, the flaws here were minor. Batman: The Telltale Series ended on a high note.

Vermintide is the best kind of game, then; the kind where whimsy dictates the events, but personal skill influences the outcome. Looking at the overwhelming number of my Steam friends that are currently playing, I can see already that Vermintide will quickly become the next title that everyone’s friends will be playing.

Blue Prince was the most fun I had playing a puzzle game thanks to the variety of challenges and freedom, but it suffered from the chance of RNG ruining the run.

Much like its updated predecessor RIVEN is an incredible remake of one of gaming's most iconic puzzle games.

Salt and Sacrifice is bloody, brutal, and beyond enjoyable.

Disney Illusion Island is a must-play for classic Disney fans, and a very welcome multiplayer experience for PlayStation faithful.

Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator blends puzzle, simulator, and style for an enchanting brew that’s hard to resist.

Ghostrunner II is an incredibly challenging and incredibly fun game that will test your every Ninja reflex and keep you coming back for more.

Ori and the Will of the Wisps maintains its brilliance while introducing an incredible new combat system.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate doesn't have new tricks up its sleeve for the PS5 release, but it remains a must-play experience for TMNT fans.

The game is ruthless fun that will rake you over the coals over and over, and keep you coming back for more.

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.

Halo Infinite brings together the best gameplay elements from the Bungie Halo era, doubles down on Halo CE’s sandbox environments to encompass its entire open world structure and brings new gameplay mechanics that will no doubt become a permanent part of its design document going forward, making it an experience no shooter fan can afford to miss.

Persona 4 Golden remains one of my favourite RPGs of all time and this rock solid PC port is quickly becoming the definitive release of the game for me.

Lumines Arise is an accomplishment. By sticking to the base gameplay that made Lumines a staple in puzzle games for the past two decades, Enhance focused on bringing more bells and whistles to the experience while allowing the gameplay to shine on its own. With infectious audio beats and visuals that bleed off the screen, Lumines Arise beckons players to take a night off from the club to stay in. Lumines. With sharp gameplay, crisp visuals, online matches, and many modes and customization options, Lumines Arise is a puzzle gamer’s dream, and it will let you cut the line to get in each time you fire it up.

With a plethora of visual enhancements and quality of life improvements for GTA V and GTA Online leading the charge (60fps performance, ray-traced shadows and significantly faster loading times chief among them), there’s never been a better, easier or more affordable time to visit San Andreas on current-gen consoles, whether it’s your first trip or if you’ve been away for years.

Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered for PC misses out on a few quality-of-life changes, but this definitive port blows the PS5 version away with limitless customization on graphics, controls and performance tuning.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus is an adventure that is charming, surprising, and above all else, wonderful to play.

For JRPG fans, Bravely Default 2 is a new twist on familiar comfort food. Subtle innovations make a proven recipe worth exploring all over again, and JRPG fans will find a lot to digest.

Far Cry 5 was a blast from start to finish, pulling me into the experience instantly with an Americana rich world full of memorable characters and built with a strong core of addictive first-person gameplay.

The First Berserker: Khazan stands out in the crowded Soulsborne-inspired genre by delivering relentless, weighty combat and immersive world-building.

The whole of Diablo III comes to Nintendo’s hybrid console six years after release, and while it might not be the prettiest, it is the portable-est.