Forza Horizon 5 on PS5 is the beginning of a historic change in the gaming world. What we have is the same incredible game with a complete package and a perfect conversion on Sony's console. One of the best racing games ever made, with a new audience on the horizon.

Split Fiction is the clear evolution of a genre that has been little explored and that became memorable in It Takes Two. Hazelight once again proves that they master cooperative games and their mechanics, and see you, the consumer, as the core of their work. And so another classic is born.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a modern RPG masterpiece. Despite coming from a new studio, it combines strong storytelling, captivating ambiance, engaging combat, and a creative progression system. Sandfall Studio surprises by delivering such an ambitious, deep, and artistically consistent project. With a spectacular soundtrack, memorable performances, charming visuals, and refined mechanics, the game easily makes it onto the list of the best of the year. If you enjoy RPGs and are open to experiences that challenge the traditional, Clair Obscur is a must-play.

Square Enix managed to do a good job with the PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth after some mistakes on the platform. It's still not an exceptional job due to the lack of graphical options and performance, but overall we have a port with incredible graphics, far above the PS5. The definitive version of Rebirth is on PC without a doubt.

The Last of Us Part 2 is one of the best games ever made. Even if you don't like the story, it has merits in many other aspects that make a game fun, immersive and memorable. Ellie's journey (and why not Abby's) is memorable and impactful. All of this is intact, as it should be, in the PC version, but all the improvements and the excellent conversion make this version the best and definitive of this great game.

Death Stranding 2 is a brilliant game in many ways and is similar to the first in ways that could be improved. The narrative is wonderful, it makes us think about life and our choices, a true work of Hideo Kojima. The performances are out of this world. However, the gameplay delivery system, even though it has been improved, ends up getting tiring after many hours of playing through the same empty places. It's definitely not a bad thing that the game is "just a sequel", but it could be as surprising as the first in many ways.

Resident Evil Requiem is a confident evolution of the franchise, balancing legacy and innovation with impressive precision. The dual-protagonist structure works beautifully, with Grace delivering tense, resource-driven survival horror, while Leon brings technical, high-impact action. The atmosphere, sound design and level construction reinforce the series’ identity, and performance on the PS5 base remains solid throughout. Though one narrative thread leaves room for debate and a late-game boss encounter could have added even more weight, Requiem stands as one of Capcom’s strongest recent entries. It respects the past while clearly pushing forward.

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 elevates the franchise with immersive storytelling, an expansive world, and stunning realism. A sequel that surpasses the original, delivering a richly detailed and thrilling RPG. A must-play for fans of the genre.

Monster Hunter Wilds delivers a highly fun experience. Unique monster designs with jaw-dropping behaviors and reactions to the environment, excellent art direction, and a fantastic soundtrack. The good old hunting mechanics to craft weapons and armor remain the most addictive element of the game, but there are caveats in the texture of the game and elements such as the menus, which could be more intuitive.

The PlayStation 5 version of Indiana Jones and the Grand Circle is a paragon of excellence. It’s visually impressive, offers solid technical performance, and provides genuine fun. It also maintains everything that was brilliant about the original release and stands out for its careful porting. A memorable game, now available to almost everyone. All that’s missing now is the Switch 2 version.

Pragmata delivers a refreshing sci-fi experience by blending emotional storytelling with a gameplay loop focused on hacking and adaptive combat. What starts as a familiar premise evolves with strong twists, driven mainly by the relationship between Hug and Diana, which becomes the heart of the journey. Its mechanics stand out by forcing constant adaptation, with breakable weapons and an evolving hacking system that keeps combat dynamic. Progression and exploration also work well, maintaining a steady and engaging flow. It’s not perfect, but Pragmata succeeds by taking risks and delivering something different, resulting in a memorable and solid experience.

Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 brings both Wii classics together in a sharper, more accessible package. Galaxy 1 benefits from cleaner visuals compared to its 3D All Stars release, while Galaxy 2 finally makes its long-awaited return with native support on Switch and Switch 2. The remaster adds Portuguese subtitles, a helpful assist mode, and stable 1080p/4K performance at 60 fps, though it stops short of a full modern overhaul. The timeless level design and music still shine, and Galaxy 2 remains the highlight with its refined structure and creativity. A strong recommendation for newcomers and a worthwhile upgrade on Switch 2, though returning players may find the price high for the scope of improvements.

Saros is Housemarque at its best, delivering an intense sci-fi roguelike with stunning visuals, strong storytelling and exceptional use of the DualSense. Its fast, tactical combat evolves the Returnal formula with color-based mechanics, high-risk encounters and rewarding permanent progression. Despite some frustrating progression bugs, Saros stands out as one of the most polished and challenging experiences on PlayStation 5.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection elevates the spin-off series to a new level with a richer narrative, deeper world exploration and a combat system that successfully translates the spirit of Monster Hunter into a turn-based JRPG. The story brings more emotional weight and political tension than expected, while the vibrant art direction and strong soundtrack reinforce the sense of adventure. Exploration remains rewarding thanks to large interconnected regions, monster abilities that influence traversal and the constant thrill of discovering rare eggs. The battle system shines through its strategic layers and monster behavior patterns, maintaining engagement across long play sessions. Although the PC version suffers from stability issues with frequent crashes, the overall experience remains highly compelling. Monster Hunter Stories 3 proves that this branch of the franchise has matured into something truly special.

After years of tired formulas and disappointing attempts within the genre, Dispatch arrives as a genuine breath of fresh air. It is captivating, tense, and surprisingly sharp in how it tells a story about heroes. Every character is written with clear motivation and emotional weight, and the narrative shines thanks to a gameplay structure that is simple on the surface yet deeply effective. The balance between watching cinematic moments, making meaningful choices, and remaining actively engaged is the best the genre has offered in a long time. In short, Dispatch is one of the strongest hero-focused experiences I have played in years and one of the most pleasant surprises of 2025.

Absolum combines the style and impact of a modern beat ’em up with the structure and replayability of a roguelite, delivering a fast, fluid and addictive experience. Its hand-crafted visual style stands out with detailed environments and expressive animations, while the combat is weighty, technical and satisfying in every run. The four playable characters offer distinct pacing and depth, and the progression system strikes a strong balance between permanent upgrades and volatile abilities that reshape each attempt, even if the temporary upgrades could appear more frequently. With branching paths, optional missions and a world that naturally pushes experimentation, Absolum succeeds as one of the most creative and engaging action games of the year. Despite a few small shortcomings, it remains a standout release.

Nioh 3 refines the series by expanding its combat and structure without losing its identity. The ability to switch between Samurai and Ninja styles adds meaningful depth, changing how encounters are approached and keeping combat consistently engaging. Open-ended maps improve exploration and pacing, even though enemy and asset repetition still exists. Technical performance on PS5 shows some instability, and the visuals feel limited by an aging engine. Even so, its combat systems are the strongest the franchise has ever delivered, making Nioh 3 a confident and exciting evolution.

Ghost of Yotei delivers a cinematic samurai tale anchored by Atsu’s compelling revenge arc, a stunning world, and a revamped combat system that swaps stances for distinct weapon sets with clear color-cue reads. Smart touches like filmic presentation filters, musical abilities that summon a wolf ally, and a faster, less repetitive open world keep the pace high, while strong audio work elevates both drama and action. NPC faces can look weak, the lack of hard lock-on leads to occasional whiffs, and a couple of minor bugs popped up, but the fluid weapon switching, satisfying duels, and memorable finale make this a standout evolution from Tsushima’s template.

Throes of the Watchmaker improves aspects of the base game, while offering a new journey under a new theme, while the visuals are one of the big highlights.

Shinobi Art of Vengeance brings Joe Musashi back with stunning art, a punchy soundtrack, and a clever Metroidvania-by-stages structure that rewards exploration and mastery. Combat is fluid and expressive, platforming flows with smart tools like the hook and glide, and optional Rift challenges push your skills while steady upgrades keep progression satisfying. A few map bugs and occasional level dips hold it back, but this is a triumphant return that honors the series and delivers modern momentum.

Cairn is a demanding and unconventional experience that will either frustrate you or completely win you over. Beneath its brutal climbing mechanics lies a surprisingly emotional and intimate narrative about obsession, sacrifice, and perseverance. The gameplay delivers constant tension and genuine catharsis, even when its imprecise movement physics push difficulty beyond what feels fair. Visually striking and atmospherically powerful, Cairn stands out as one of the most daring and memorable games of 2026.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake honors the origins of the JRPG with care and restraint. The HD-2D art style remains enchanting, blending nostalgia and modern flair, while the reorchestrated soundtrack breathes new life into these timeless worlds. Yet, this remake feels content to admire the past rather than reinvent it. The first game is a humble adventure that shows its age, and the second expands beautifully but never surprises. On Switch 2, performance is smooth and the artistic direction shines, though the handheld mode suffers from a noticeably blurred image that hurts the overall clarity. Square Enix plays it safe, but in doing so, delivers a respectful and comforting journey, one that reminds us why Dragon Quest will always be the heart of Japanese RPGs.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition enhances an already brilliant platformer with sharp 4K visuals, smoother performance and extra content that makes the experience feel fresh again. The core gameplay remains excellent, with creative level design, clever Badge mechanics and the charm that defines Nintendo’s best work. The new Belabel Park expansion and Rosalina’s addition bring fun new ways to play, especially in multiplayer, though some reused content makes the expansion feel less essential for returning players. Even so, for newcomers this is easily the definitive version of one of the best modern platformers.

Doom the Dark Ages evolves everything we've seen so far in the new era of Doom and adds the shield, which easily becomes a player's favorite gameplay feature very quickly. Even with some graphical glitches and repetition here and there, the gameplay remains very fun and ID Tech's performance is a big highlight. A must-play game.

Silent Hill f relocates the series to 1960s Japan with a harrowing, emotionally charged story that tackles real-world taboos, supported by haunting UE5 art direction, oppressive sound design, and clever, lore-driven puzzles. Exploration rewards observation and note-taking, documents deepen the mystery, and strong localization helps the narrative land. Combat is tense and deliberate, its stamina tuning can frustrate, yet moments of focus-based counters and brutal payoffs keep encounters absorbing. A bold, beautiful return to form, unsettling in all the right ways.

The Alters is an authentic and intriguing sci-fi experience. Its narrative and visuals position it as one of the best space travel games of the last decade. However, simply collecting resources and managing a base can become tiresome as the journey progresses.

Ball X Pit distills the spirit of a great roguelite into something deceptively simple and endlessly addictive. Its minimalist visuals prioritize clarity over spectacle, allowing the chaos of ricocheting shots, enemy swarms, and evolving abilities to shine. The soundtrack, with its lo-fi pulse and electronic tension, adds surprising atmosphere and energy to every run. What truly elevates it is the flow: fast attempts, meaningful upgrades, smart synergies and characters that drastically change the rhythm and style of play. Even the light base-building layer contributes to progression without dragging momentum. It never wastes the player’s time, always rewards experimentation, and consistently fuels the urge for “just one more run”. Proof that sharp design beats big budgets, Ball X Pit is a tight, creative and dangerously replayable descent into chaos.

Lost Records: Bloom and Rage is an exciting start to Don’t Nod’s return to narrative adventures. Its excellent story, linked to the good use of the 90s theme, is enough to be captivating in this first episode. However, the game suffers from significant performance issues.