We are on the right track, and excellence is not far away. UFC 6’s gameplay marks the biggest change the franchise has ever seen. If Flow State is refined and the ground game receives more attention, this could become one of the best fighting simulators we have seen. For UFC fans and fighting game enthusiasts in general, it adds what the series needed. However, if you are looking for something casual to simply pass the time, it may take some effort to get into, as the learning curve requires patience.

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales demonstrates that the HD-2D style isn't confined to the traditional JRPG genre but can also successfully adapt to the adventure genre. This new IP can be summed up in one word: exploration. It features a single continent spanning four eras, an emotional narrative, and a progression system based on various weapons and gems that allow for skill development with significant room for growth. With its balanced difficulty and solid length, this title shines without needing hyper-realistic graphics.

The new adventures of Nintendo’s most famous dinosaur take us from place to place through a simple story that still invites us to explore every last corner of its pages. Like a good book that is best enjoyed over time, the game delivers a unique experience in the way only the Big N can. Although the story may be too simple for its intended audience, the hours of exploration more than make up for it.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for Switch 2 is not the definitive version, but it is one crafted with care and one that does justice to the game. It proves that Nintendo’s hardware has matured enough to handle a top-tier AAA title without sacrificing anything essential. And even with the expected limitations, the core experience remains the same: an outstanding game that is now, quite literally, for everyone.

Poppy Playtime Chapter 5: Broken Things delivers the most intense and disturbing moments the franchise has seen so far. It gradually pushes the player toward the confrontation with the Prototype through tense situations, uncovered secrets, and plenty of puzzles. The GrabPack shines in this chapter, especially thanks to the DualSense features on PlayStation 5. Although this installment still needs to fine-tune some aspects of its physics and performance, it stands as a solid and recommendable port for those who have followed the descent into madness of the first chapters.

With absolute confidence in its technical execution and in its portrayal of Bond as reckless, rebellious, and full of potential, combined with open maps packed with possibilities for improvisation, 007: First Light may not be a perfect video game (what game is?) but it is the perfect James Bond game, and the one that adds the most to the mythos.

Everything that makes the genre appealing is here: the aesthetics, the concept, and the commitment to making it work as a multiplayer experience. However, it may fall short in the most basic area: keeping us engaged with the endless loop we are expected to play for hours. While other titles follow a similar structure, here that loop can become boring. Still, with a few tweaks, it could offer a better experience if given a second chance.

Tales of Arise was the game that proved the series could evolve without losing its identity. The Beyond the Dawn Edition on Switch 2 arrives four years after the original release, but it comes complete, and on a platform that especially benefits from this kind of lengthy RPG—one you can enjoy wherever you want.

Forza Horizon 6 takes the series to the streets of Japan with a very solid entry on both a technical and visual level, despite a few minor graphical issues in its character design. Playground Games manages to introduce new elements tied to Japanese car culture without losing the core gameplay that defines the franchise, organically integrating classic Japanese Domestic Market vehicles, stable multiplayer, new game modes, entertaining ranked events, and a wristband-based progression system that feels more than necessary. It is everything that makes the Horizon Festival great, now decorated with cherry blossoms, bowls of ramen, and plenty of drift.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is not only probably the best LEGO game to date, but also a great game overall, regardless of whether you are specifically looking for a LEGO experience or not. And, most importantly, it is without a doubt the best Batman game since the release of Arkham Knight.

Dr. Jones does what he can with what he has, alongside MachineGames and Bethesda. It is a game that shines in every way thanks to its nostalgia and a unique adventure starring the legendary archaeologist, but it is somewhat held back by the lack of polish in its port. With a few improvements, some patches, and better texture handling, the game could end up being as good as its versions on other consoles.

The franchise returns bigger and renewed after 13 long years without a full-fledged entry on a main console. While the creation systems across every aspect of the game, along with the different interactions between Miis, are more than funny, what keeps it from fully reaching the finish line is the lack of an easy, official way to share our creations without having to rely on third-party websites.

Saros is a full-blooded action game and an essential pick for anyone who thinks not everything has to be Marvel’s God of Wolverine: Forbidden West of Us 2 Remastered. It delivers an experience that simply does not exist elsewhere at this level of production, at least not on any other platform. Roguelikes may be more or less appealing depending on the player, but this is the kind of experimental PlayStation we always want to see.

This collection is another step by Capcom in proving that it can bring back the company’s classic gems while still winning over new fans. Without innovating or adding meaningful new content beyond what was already there, the three games and their seven versions are nonetheless well adapted for modern platforms, and the addition of competitive multiplayer is something fans are going to appreciate, even if the lack of Spanish language support and new features may leave more veteran players wanting more.

This new spin-off centered on battles delivers on what it promises, but it still needs a little more polish to become a fully satisfying experience. That said, its strong visual presentation and streamlined team-building system give newcomers a real chance to compete, while also sparing experienced players from spending hours hunting for the perfect creature.

Capcom is back with a new IP that shows it still is not afraid to experiment with new formulas and evolve familiar mechanics. More importantly, it serves as a reminder that experimentation is also a fundamental part of video games. Pragmata tells a beautiful spacefaring story through two protagonists who perfectly complement each other, while blending the best of the RE Engine with a third-person shooter that features a real-time hacking minigame. The result is a system with near-endless combat possibilities, where risk and reward become the driving force behind a unique and deeply addictive experience.

Konami’s ability to make us grow attached to an octopus while mixing stealth and puzzle-solving brings back memories of when the company was willing to take risks. Darwin feels comfortable from the start, easy to understand and, above all, fun, with a fresh idea that feels straight out of the sea. The music and art enhance every moment, and in its most tense sequences the game uses them to deliver a more-than-entertaining wordless story across its nearly six-hour runtime.

Life is Strange Reunion could be the franchise’s definitive reunion with its fans. Playing as Max and Chloe, with their distinct personalities and clearly differentiated gameplay styles, is a lot of fun. The story is intriguing; however, it also feels somewhat exclusionary: you can play and enjoy it without having played the previous titles, but you will undoubtedly miss a lot. On top of that, we feel the game never fully takes off on a graphical or technical level.

While the series continues to improve year after year, 2K still fails to elevate the character models or deliver the kind of story the island setting could truly offer. This entry introduces a welcome twist with its faction system and the addition of AAA to the mix, but it still falls short of becoming a truly great wrestling game. In the absence of a strong story mode, MyGM and MyFaction help make up for it, both feeling more refined this time around.

The Sims 4: Dynasties and Lineages offers a world rich in storytelling and an innovative noble career path, but loses momentum due to reused content, bugs in the scandal system, and a Build/Buy mode that does not justify its status as a full expansion.

An ambitious yet uneven open-world action RPG. Crimson Desert stands out for its polished visuals and an exploration system built around discovery and learning. Even so, its slow pacing, steep learning curve, and generic protagonist hold it back. It won’t be for everyone, but it still knows how to reward patience.

The new Pokémon spin-off is one of the best things the company has made since Mystery Dungeon or Rangers. Its greatest strength lies in taking a simple genre framework and elevating it through the charm of its pocket creatures, delivering exactly what many fans have been asking for. The music, the atmosphere, the creative freedom, and the dialogue all work together to make the player feel constantly rewarded and eager to keep exploring without stopping.

This turn-based RPG combines the franchise’s trademark mechanical depth with creature-raising systems and ecosystem restoration. With an entertaining, if somewhat predictable, story, colorful characters, and visuals on par with the best anime-inspired games in the genre, it is aimed squarely at Monster Hunter fans and rewards them with hours upon hours of content. Its steep learning curve and slow pacing can feel overwhelming, but for those already familiar with the series, it stands as one of the best entries Capcom has delivered.

The arrival of these two classics in today’s market could be a big plus for players who are just getting into the Pokémon world and want something different from the Let’s Go games. It’s also clearly aimed at those who already completed them back in the day and want to relive those memories—but without a double-speed option to make things move a bit “faster,” it might also bring back some not-so-great memories, thanks to how long the animations take and the lack of the quality-of-life features present in modern entries.

The arrival of these two classics in today’s market could be a big plus for players who are just getting into the Pokémon world and want something different from the Let’s Go games. It’s also clearly aimed at those who already completed them back in the day and want to relive those memories—but without a double-speed option to make things move a bit “faster,” it might also bring back some not-so-great memories, thanks to how long the animations take and the lack of the quality-of-life features present in modern entries.

This compilation is like being patted by a worn-down piece of sandpaper for fans: it might feel gentle in a few spots, but it’s still going to scrape. Without the franchise’s original signature music and with quality-of-life tweaks like rewinding after a mistake, it comes with clear pros and cons. The standout addition is that new rewind feature, which is going to make it possible to actually finish the 120+ extra levels created by fans and the original creators.

Mario Tennis Fever is undeniably a fun game—if you know how and when to play it. If you’re looking for something to play solo, on the go, and as a serious sports-style challenge, we can tell you right away: this one isn’t for you. But if what you want is a game that delivers good times (and just enough friendly competition) with friends at home during a get-together, Fever doesn’t let you down. That said, it’s up to you whether it’s worth your money and your time, because it doesn’t bring many truly new ideas to the table if you’ve already been playing—or you already own—other tennis games.

Reanimal delivers an unsettling co-op adventure built around survival and teamwork. It stands out thanks to its oppressive atmosphere, strong audiovisual presentation, and a symbolism-heavy narrative. Its linear structure blends exploration, puzzles, and intense chase sequences in a well-balanced way, while local co-op and Friend Pass support strengthen its identity as a shared experience. Even if it doesn’t reinvent the genre, it reinforces a solid formula that lands with real emotional impact.