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.

Despite the lack of a more detailed map and the slow pace that might turn away those seeking action, Everdeep Aurora shines by turning exploration and encounters into thrilling moments, becoming a memorable experience for fans of introspective games.

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 Xillia Remastered updates one of the entries that experimented the most within the series, though not always successfully. Well adapted to modern platforms, the game shows that Bandai Namco’s narrative has aged gracefully, but its excessive linearity may still bother more purist RPG fans.

Ball x Pit is a roguelike that mixes Breakout and Peggle with echoes of Vampire Survivors and The Binding of Isaac. You choose heroes, launch baby-orbs to hit enemies, unlock power orbs with different effects, and use fission reactors to combine and upgrade everything. Between runs, you rebuild Ballbylonia to improve stats and unlock new characters. The early game is tougher, but once it kicks in, the loop becomes extremely addictive, supported by great audiovisual presentation.

Yooka-Replaylee is a solid remaster that preserves the charm of the original, improves visuals and accessibility, but still suffers from a few technical hiccups. The game is ideal for fans of 3D platformers looking for a light and nostalgic adventure.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves gets the basics right and is a fun game, but that’s not enough to live up to Garou: Mark of the Wolves or to stand on the top shelf of fighting games — and Cristiano Ronaldo and Salvatore Ganacci, instead of being meaningful additions, do the game no favors.

The Alters is not for impatient players. If you’re looking for fast-paced action and quick results, this might not be the right title for you. The game demands thought, trial and error, and a good dose of self-reflection. Even so, it delivers a deeply rewarding and contemplative experience, standing out as one of the most interesting titles of the year.

If you played THPS 3 or 4 during your teenage years, you’ll feel right at home. The gameplay remains sharp, the visuals have been tastefully updated, and the content is vast enough to keep you engaged for many hours. What it lacks in cultural context, it makes up for in sheer fun. For those looking for a solid trick-based game with quick challenges, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 delivers exactly that.

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.

Soulstone Survivors succeeds by embracing simple, addictive gameplay, with enough content to satisfy both quick-session players and those seeking longer challenges. Repetitive bosses and basic environments don’t hurt the fun, thanks to the variety of characters, weapons, and powers. In the end, it’s a solid and enjoyable experience, perfect for fans of the bullet heaven genre.

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.

Warborne: Above Ashes is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi PvP MMO that focuses on faction wars and character progression. The game introduces solid ideas in early progression, economy, and combat freedom, but it struggles with a weak narrative, limited AI, and PvP that still falls short of what was promised. While it shows potential, it still needs adjustments to deliver the full constant-war experience it aims for.

The Midnight Walk impresses with its clay stop-motion visuals and unique art direction that make the experience memorable. The symbolic narrative and immersive atmosphere captivate, even though the basic gameplay doesn’t fully reach its potential. Despite its short length and high price, it’s one of the most artistic audiovisual experiences of 2025 and worth picking up on sale.

Lies of P: Overture is a great addition for fans of the base game, with good bosses and new weapons. However, repetition and weak area design hold it back from reaching its full potential.

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.

The Knightling proves to be a promising game that balances combat, exploration, and progression well, but it still needs technical adjustments to reach its full potential. For those who enjoy action-adventure titles focused on exploration with a touch of creativity in the mechanics, the journey through the world of Clesseia is certainly worthwhile—as long as you’re prepared to deal with some technical stumbles.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment never truly shines at any point, much like most musou games, and it’s even somewhat dragged out at the beginning. Still, the game is fun and will certainly please those eager for more lore from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom — just don’t expect a particularly deep experience.

Deliver At All Costs fully embraces the chaos and absurdity of deliveries, offering genuinely fun moments through its varied and creative missions. However, it lacks depth in some mechanics and consequences for player actions, which could make the experience more engaging. Still, it’s a lighthearted game, perfect for those seeking quick and uncomplicated fun.

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is a great choice for open-world RPG fans, especially those who enjoy the formula popularized by The Elder Scrolls. While it doesn’t reinvent the genre, it stands out with its original Arthurian-inspired narrative, satisfying combat, and detailed exploration. Despite some technical shortcomings, the game offers an immersive and rewarding experience for those willing to overlook its flaws.

Enjoyable at first, Dynasty Warriors: Origins loses momentum with a dull story, repetitive late-game missions, and a slow, exhausting final stretch, but the game has a fun and engaging combat.

Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remastered is a solid package that serves both newcomers to the franchise and those looking to revisit the series. The game improves upon its predecessor in several ways but isn’t among the most memorable titles of the PS2 era. Overall, it offers a good experience, though not an essential one.

Borderlands 4 is the entry in the franchise with the best gunplay since 2, and if you have friends to join you in exploring Kairos, it guarantees countless hours of fun. However, all of the game’s qualities end up being overshadowed by the technical disaster it is on PC, at least in the version we reviewed. Once those technical issues are overcome, longtime fans of the series will love it — and newcomers will too.

Eternal Strands has brilliant gameplay but a weak story. It’s easy to love or hate. If you value exploration and mechanics, there’s a great game here—just don't mind the dialogues.

Days Gone Remastered is a good game, although it falls short compared to other Sony franchises. However, the additions and improvements are too few to justify a new playthrough unless you have never played it before and are curious, or if you are a big fan of Deacon St. John's journey.

Atelier Yumia is the most accessible entry in the series, with a strong open-world approach and solid story, though combat can feel repetitive. Lack of PT-BR may deter some potential fans in Brazil, but English-speaking JRPG fans will find a great experience here.

The First Berserker: Khazan is a Souls-like with excellent combat and striking anime-style visuals, but its quest system and limited weapon variety may not appeal to everyone. Fans of Nioh will likely feel right at home.

Double Dragon Revive is quite fun to play, especially in co-op. It has a few shortcomings, such as the graphics and a boss-related bug in the stage, but nothing that affects the gameplay. With three playable characters, the replay factor is strong, and the extra modes add both challenge and longevity to the game.