Arizona Sunshine 2 could have been one of the best VR games, but the developers made some weird decisions that get in the way of fully enjoying the game. However, they succeeded in what is most important - enjoyable zombie shooting. Buddy the dog is also a fantastic addition to the first installment.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a solid open-world action game that may appeal to more than just fans of James Cameron's movies. While many elements are similar to the Far Cry series, Ubisoft's title has enough of its own personality to call it more than just a spin-off of the well-known shooter series.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is an unambitious and in many ways completely unnecessary installment of the series. It doesn't introduce any significant innovations to the formula, and even the single-player campaign - usually a solid offering - completely disappoints this time.

The developers behind Super Mario RPG Remake have done their job almost perfectly. New game effectively refreshes the visuals and improves the turn-based gameplay, although it doesn't quite cope with the archaic maze level design. In the end the pros prevail and any enthusiast of turn-based combat will have fun here.

Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name is a game that was developed in just six months, but it absolutely does not feel like it. The title, which was intended to make players' wait for the release of the next full instalment in the series more pleasant, is a surprisingly sizable product, although definitely aimed at fans who are familiar with the previous instalments.

The new instalment of the wacky party game series surprises with absurd ideas. Playing with friends in WarioWare: Move It! is certainly fun, but boredom creeps in pretty quickly.

The Invincible passes the basic test - it's a worthy adaptation of Lem's novel it's based upon. At the same time, however, it's nothing more than that. Add to this the fact that there's not much to do here and you simply get an interactive experience set on a pretty planet. An experience that neither surprises nor comments on Lem's ideas in its own way.

Metal Gear Solid is back after more than eight years. Konami decided to start safely and prepared a collection of older but iconic installments. The Master Collection package is loaded with additional content and is certainly a treat for Kojima fanatics, but at the same time it's hard to shake the feeling it's all a bit of an afterthought.

UFC 5 is a step in the right direction in comparison with the previous installment. Graphics can present some disappointment, but developers further polished the solid foundations of the series, getting one step closer to achieving a diamond-like quality. A must-play for MMA fans.

Alan Wake 2 pushes the boundaries of the interactive medium, surpassing not only previous games from the Remedy, but any other production of this scale. It's a great piece of immersive storytelling but also something so much more. An artistic manifesto? A dialogue between the creator and his creation? Whatever it is, you won't find another game like it.

Ghostrunner 2 is a good, atmospheric and at times quite challenging game. However, it seems that it was created from random pieces, which the developers did not manage to put together in one coherent vision. What hurts the most, however, is that the spirit of the phenomenal first installment has disappeared somewhere in the Cybervoid depths, and a trace of it remains only in the title.

Nintendo icon is back in glorious style. Super Mario Bros. Wonder is one of the best games in the series and certainly the prettiest 2D Mario ever. Developers surprise with innovation, lovely levels and beautiful childlike imagination.

Milestone is betting on a safe sequel. Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged fixes main flaws of its predecessor and offers a couple of novelties. The results are mixed, but it is still a must-have for fans of the original.

Spider-Man 2 takes a while to get into gear and certainly isn't perfect, but Insomniac once again delivers solid results. Side activities are better thought out, traversing New York City is even more fun and delightful to look at and combat still works well. All of it dipped in a truly cinematic sauce, with the "premium" feel of a Sony's first-party game. The sequel is clearly a better game than the first one, which is, after all, the whole point.

Lords of the Fallen is a solid soulslike, if at times a bit too safe. Hexworks' game neatly combines key elements of Dark Souls, Sekiro and even Bloodborne, mixing it all in a well-designed world, with a rich story and few original ideas. However, the game doesn't offer any major innovations, so it's unlikely to be a must-have for fans of the genre.

Total War Pharaoh is unlikely to be a game you will sink hundreds of hours in, due to its repetitiveness and lack of variety. Fortunately, frequently criticized parts of previous games - AI and powerful heroes disrupting the balance - have been improved. Overall, few new mechanics and a new historical period are not enough to add Pharaoh to the "best in Total War" collection.

Thief Simulator 2 brings a handful of interesting novelties, but it doesn't remove the original sin of its genre. So if you had fun being a car mechanic, home renovator or gas station owner, you'll probably find something for yourself here. I spent close to 30 hours in the latest game from CookieDev and although I finished the game with slight fatigue with the formula, I had a pretty good time.

The latest installment of the semi-simulation series represents a reboot of sorts, managing to finally finds its own path and at least partially escape the 'Gran Turismo clone' stigma. Forza Motorsport provides plenty of satisfying racing, but also suffers from lack of content.

After huge worlds and hours-long campaigns, it's time for something shorter and more modest. Adventure on a smaller scale works well in Assassin's Creed Mirage, even if it's simply a well-executed sequel. There's nothing particularly amazing here, but also nothing to pick on.

Revolutionary title change doesn't bring equally revolutionary changes in gameplay, but EA Sports FC 24 is - ironically - the best "FIFA" in years. We're all waiting for big changes in the series and it's not that moment (will it ever happen?), but Eletronic Arts is on the right track to create the perfect game for football fans.

The biggest strength of PayDay 3 is the equal treatment of stealth and open combat. Regardless of playstyle, this heist simulator provides a lot of fun, especially with friends - even if there's no shortage of rough edges that spoil the overall experience. The truth is, that - not counting previous installments - there's no other game like it on the market, and PayDay 3 is simply more thoughtful and better designed in terms of gameplay than predecessors.

CD Projekt Red is in excellent form and once again shows how game expansions should be made. Phantom Liberty is in many ways better than the base game. With the core already finished, developers were able to focus on world building, surprising story twists and side quests. Phantom Liberty was a true delight and my only regret is the fact we won't get another expansion. However, it's hard for me to imagine a better farewell for V.

Mortal Kombat 1 is a must-have for any fan of the series and for most fighting game lovers. Despite minor flaws, the game is a lot of fun, looks amazing and always runs smoothly. New players may feel a bit lost, as familiarity with at least the previous installment will make it much easier to understand the storyline, but you can have a great time even without that. Mortal Kombat 1 can quickly become number one on the list of the best installments of the series.

The Crew Motorfest cleverly takes inspiration from Forza Horizon and yet somehow manages to maintain a unique identity. The result is not only a worthy competitor to the Playground Games series, but also a great racing sandbox that anyone can enjoy, regardless of their platform of choice.

Lies of P neatly combines the most important elements of soulslike games while retaining its own style and personality. Satisfying combat system, unique world and high difficulty level will satisfy the most ardent fans of the genre, while a set of well-thought-out simplifications will help less experienced players find their way in the dark alleys of Kratu.

Starfield seems to be formed by many great ideas, many of which have not been thought through and refined. Time flies, video games have changed, gamers have changed. Meanwhile, Bethesda stays true to its conservative concept of game development and dusty mechanics, which is disappointing for such an anticipated title. But all of that is only a part of the story, because - nevertheless - Starfield has great moments.

Baldur's Gate 3 is an outstanding and complete RPG. All of its elements work brilliantly and mesh together to create something unique. Calling this game a continuation of the series may be a bit controversial, but it doesn't change the fact that this game is as close to a masterpiece as it gets. Many things are executed much better than in the first two installments, and we finally feel that we have a real impact on the world and events. It's like taking part in the best session of a tabletop RPG.

A unique atmosphere, unhurried narrative and very challenging gameplay. This game draws you in, engages you and will not let you forget it.