Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a genuinely funny and personal life simulator, but one that relies almost entirely on your creativity and willingness to put time into making Miis to actually be enjoyable, and even them it can get repetitive after some hours.

Saros is an evolution of Returnal in many ways, although it has abandoned the randomness of the previous game, which may disappoint some players. Delivering one of the best gameplay experiences of this generation, a solid story with human characters and real conflicts, and some of the best and most memorable bosses of this generation, this is the kind of game that may not appeal to everyone at first, but once you start playing, you simply can't stop thinking about it and want to play cycle after cycle.

REPLACED is an excellent action-platformer that tells an intriguing story and keeps players hooked for approximately 12 hours. Unfortunately, the title suffers from a lack of polish in its later sections, but these are problems that Sad Cat Studios will have the opportunity to correct in future patches. However, we should analyze the game in its current state, not in terms of how it might be in the future.

Pragmata is a miracle of the modern video game era, with extremely experimental combat in a big-budget game that works very well. It's not without minor stumbles along the way, such as a lack of world-building and specific parts of the story that lacked cohesion, but none of that diminishes the brilliance of the combat and the intimate father-daughter story. For a first attempt at something new, the game succeeds admirably, and I sincerely hope it receives a sequel that further refines the concepts created here.

Darwin's Paradox draws attention for KONAMI’s different approach, featuring a charismatic octopus trapped in a mysterious factory. The game blends platforming and simple puzzles with striking art direction and a light narrative about infiltrating aliens. The gameplay is creative and accessible, with a good variety of situations, despite some moments of visual confusion. With a short campaign and a focus on casual fun, the title delivers an enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.

Pokémon Pokopia is the dream of every Pokémon fan who has ever wanted a cozy game of their own, but I found its progression so slow and lacking in engagement that I couldn’t enjoy the experience as much as I hoped. Fans of the genre will likely appreciate it, but if you’re not into cozy games, this title doesn’t really bring anything new to the genre that would draw you in.

Tales of Berseria Remastered stands out for Velvet's dark story, with strong characters and a more mature tone that deviates from the standard JRPG formula. The combat remains very fun, fast-paced, and varied, even with some signs of age in the camera and lock-on. Exploration and dungeons are the weakest point, with simple and unremarkable maps. In the end, the remaster is well worth it for those who have never played it, but offers little new content for those already familiar with the original.

Months after arriving on PlayStation 5, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach comes to PC with slight visual upgrades and a solid adaptation. Delivering good performance even on older hardware, the title stands out for its Ray Tracing which, while providing more natural reflections and lighting, is not essential. Its biggest drawback is its launch price, which is excessively high in some markets.

Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf does what you expect from any good sequel. It improves the game overall, especially in its gameplay, making Lana and Mui’s journey to uncover more about the past even more engaging and enjoyable. All of this comes with a perfect length that leaves you wanting more.

Esoteric Ebb is a fun RPG that relies on well-written dialogue with many genuinely funny moments. However, if you don’t enjoy games that are heavily based on reading or don’t have at least an intermediate level of English, there’s a good chance you won’t enjoy the game.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection evolves the spin-off with a more mature story focused on the war between two kingdoms, strategic combat based on pattern reading, and more varied and vertical exploration. The game delivers a solid, addictive RPG and is a strong contender for one of the best of the year.

Resident Evil Requiem is easily one of the best games of 2026 and will certainly meet the immense expectations of fans, combining the best of Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 4 Remake. I wish the game were a little bit longer, just to enjoy it a bit more, but that is really the only flaw I can find in it.

REANIMAL is a short and dark experience that retains the DNA of Little Nightmares, relying on heavy atmosphere, simple puzzles, and terrifying monsters. Focusing on cooperative gameplay, the game stands out for its art direction and immersion, but suffers from technical polish, bugs, and limitations in the post-game. Still, it's worthwhile for fans of the genre.

Romeo is a Dead Man features an interesting campaign that tries several different things to avoid monotony, and it works most of the time, but honestly, it lacks a truly memorable moment to make it stand out. It's not bad at anything, but it also doesn't do anything to excel, which is a shame.

Despite a lack of boldness in some plot decisions, Yakuza Kiwami 3 is a valid and consistent way to experience Yakuza 3, which has always been one of the best chapters in the saga, especially for its deeper exploration of Kiryu’s personal life.

Mewgenics is a turn-based tactical RPG with Roguelike structure inspired by Final Fantasy Tactics and D&D. Mewgenics puts the player in control of cats that explore dangerous areas and evolve through genetic breeding at the home base. The Game stands out for its strategic depth, strong art style, memorable soundtrack, and game of the year potential in 2026.

Nioh 3 is the best soulslike made by Team Ninja so far. The game perfects its original formula and delivers one of the best combat systems in the genre. Although it has some slips like massive enemy reuse and some repetitive activities in its open world, it's still a game that shines above many others.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade remains one of the best games of its generation, and the Switch 2 port is highly competent, offering a great opportunity for those who haven’t played it yet or want to revisit the story of Cloud, Aerith, Tifa, Barret, and the fight to save the planet from Shinra and Sephiroth.

MIO: Memories in Orbit delivers a fantastic experience within the metroidvania genre, combining excellent exploration with a strong audiovisual identity. Even with limitations in the variety of common enemies, the game makes up for it with bosses, a beautiful soundtrack, and an intriguing world that encourages curiosity from start to finish.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond features good battles, solid visuals, and well-executed action moments, but it loses the classic essence of the series. Exploration is simplified, the excessive dialogue breaks the atmosphere, and the new mechanics add little to the gameplay. The result is a competent game, but far from the long-awaited return fans were hoping for.

Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut for PlayStation 5 is a new version that’s very similar to the PlayStation 4 release — for the most part, it’s the same excellent game. There were quality-of-life improvements, higher resolution, better responsiveness, a few new cutscenes, a rather dull horde mode.

Octopath Traveler 0 is a great game and would be even better if it weren’t so long. I spent over 60 hours finishing it and honestly wish that at least a quarter or a fifth of it could have been shortened, but in the end, if you’re a fan of classic JRPGs, this game is definitely for you.

Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a super fun game to bring family or friends together in front of the console and beat up alien insects. If you want to relive those glorious days, this is the game for it — it’s just a shame it doesn’t offer that much content, especially after you beat it for the first time.

A.I.L.A delivers a psychological horror experience built on the relationship between the player and an artificial intelligence capable of creating personalized scenarios based on emotions and choices. The variety of styles — ranging from puzzles to exploration and combat segments — keeps the gameplay pace consistently unpredictable. Despite performance issues outside the simulations, the Unreal Engine 5 graphics, audio, and Brazilian Portuguese voice acting strengthen the game’s immersion.

Possessor(s) blends the grotesque, emotion, and exploration in a stylish 2D Metroidvania full of identity. Luca and Rhem’s journey stands out for its striking visuals and heavy combat that rewards precision. Even with difficulty spikes and a few progression stumbles, the game delivers a memorable experience and is well worth the attention of fans of the genre.

Kiwami 2 is a work that blends respect for the original with smart modernization. The graphical upgrades, smoother combat, and addition of new content make the experience more complete and accessible without compromising the soul that made Yakuza 2 so beloved. For those who played the original, the remake is a reunion filled with new details; for newcomers, it’s a great entry point into one of the franchise’s most memorable stories.

Kazuma Kiryu’s journey remains exciting, blending drama, brutal action, and touching moments with Haruka. Despite a few issues in the Portuguese localization, the game maintains its charm and delivers a memorable experience for both new and longtime fans.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 maintains its historical realism, improves on what the first game did well, and gains extra momentum with the Mysteria Ecclesiae DLC, which shifts the focus from combat to investigation. The story places Henry alongside the historical physician Sigismund Albicus as they deal with an outbreak inside the Sedletz Monastery, requiring observation, stealth, and choices that can affect the ending.