The novelties of the annual edition, as expected, are not substantial, yet they contribute to the growth and improvement of a complete and extremely dedicated formula not only to realism and simulation, but also to involvement.

In evaluating Kirby and the Lost Land, it's important to pinpoint the kind of audience that HAL Laboratory's latest effort might target. The most hardcore users, those who, to be clear, strip every corner of the works of the Big N from A to Z, risk finding themselves in the presence of an adventure that is decidedly less challenging than expected: the pace of the new Kirby is a bit mechanical, and its relaxing linearity could even almost bore you - also because we are not at all in front of the Mario Odyssey emulator that many already anticipated. On the contrary, it will be difficult at the same time to hold back the sincere enthusiasm of a group of less experienced and demanding players, who will have the opportunity to experience a memorable journey in the company of an adult, discovering all the magic of a great Nintendo branded production.

Mountain Sheep scored again, offering a follow-up to its predecessor which will get the desired success without the help of Chillingo.

Mortal Kombat is recommended to all lovers of the series and genre. The gameplay works great on PS Vita and thanks to the many extras present are guaranteed hours of fun.

Total War: Three Kingdoms is a game full of ideas, with the desire to change and break with tradition, but not always making sensible choices.

Bike Baron is not a masterpiece or something that will be remembered by decades of players, but it's a honest 99 cent game, which offers hours of bike-fun and a powerful in-game editor which let you create your own track. Take that if you want a light-hearted entertainment.

Thronebreaker is also a fairly problematic title in its card game aspect: artificial intelligence does not prove to be a stimulating adversary and, after a while, the battles are boring because of a variety that is not so pronounced.

There's almost everything you liked (or dislike) from its predecessor, and that could be a selling point for some, or a drawback for others. In the end, it's a very well crafted more of the same, where the change in the setting delivers some interesting landscapes and cultural aspects in the narrative.

PC gamers longed Trials Evolution for a lot of time. RedLynx fulfilled their desires with a precise conversion of the game, enhanced by all levels of Trials HD and the inevitable graphic upgrade.

Although it is a title as short as it is simple, Moss still manages to ensnare our body and soul in an adventure that we would never want to end: the PlayStation VR becomes the gateway to a world that is amazing and enveloping, to explore in the company of one of the most "living" virtual characters of all time.

Death Stranding makes its debut on PlayStation 5 with a Director's Cut which, while offering players a good dose of unreleased content, does not significantly alter the quality balance of Hideo Kojima's latest work. The playful narrative essence of the production has therefore remained the same as it was two years ago, with all its strengths, its flaws and its overflowing expressive power. With an exceptional technical sector, the monumental epic of Sam Porter Bridges returns to console in its best form, to propose to the public an exceptional science fiction story placed between the meshes of an extraordinarily rich and fascinating imaginary, which frames a poignant story supported by a gameplay as satisfying as it is unique, capable of triggering a pleasant addiction. More than anything else, Death Stranding is the ardent manifestation of the creative flair of an author who is not afraid to challenge the logic and dogmas of the market, with the aim of pushing the medium towards still unexplored territories.

Terraria works even better on PsVita, thanks to an excellent control scheme and the usual catchy gameplay.

The space of Outer Wilds, despite its aesthetic beauty and the incredible sensation of immensity it returns, is in short "only" a useful tool to trigger thoughts and considerations; to answer some questions or formulate others, even profound and existential.

Something precious.

For the time being, however, it can dominate unchallenged, as there are no rivals on the horizon.

Quotation forthcoming.

A quiet and metaphysical voyage in a geometrical world full of puzzles.Deeply inspired by M. C. Escher’s art and by Portal’s gameplaystyle, Manifold Garden offers a balanced challenge enriched by the artistic touch of the author William Chyr.

Great potential, but not a flawless realization.

The arrival of Marvel's Iron Man VR on Meta Quest 2 occurs extremely naturally. The maturity of the platform helps the title fill those gaps posed by the PSVR hardware and further elevates the gaming experience, making it more engaging. The graphics sector benefits from the higher resolution and, at the same time, the absence of long waits in transitions helps immersion in Tony Stark's adventure. The defects of the narrative remain the same but, overall, they do not undermine the enjoyment of the gaming package. Continuing on this path, Camouflaj can give us great emotions.

Papers, Please is a real pearl of independent development, a must for those who appreciate courage and inventiveness.

Beyond a few small limits, Marvel Snap is the card game that many fans have been waiting for: fun, fast, overflowing with style and boundless fanservice, with a simple regulation and an intriguing and layered progression system. If you are passionate about the House of Ideas and are looking for a "hit and run" gaming experience, the Second Dinner Studios game could be for you. For those who grew up on bread, Marvel Comics and MCU, getting sucked into the snap of Marvel Snap is practically ... ineluctable.

DiRT 4 is a great title, fun and scalable: the right compromise of simulation and accessibility.

Perfect Chronology offers a tactical and accurate battle system that will require the use of all your neurons on more than one occasion.

Despite its MMO label, Old Republic is a long and compelling space opera that can be played solo or in groups.

A quirky crossover that seamlessly blends two universes apparently far away from one another, a compelling strategic game that despite its simplicity has a lot of depth to it (and one that could be a perfect introduction to the genre) and above all a production that truly captures that special, peculiar Nintendo feel: well played Crying Ubisoft Man, well played.

Long-lived, colorful, fun and complex, It's About Time conveys the return to precision platforming, where every jump is calibrated with due accuracy counts, and in which the player's skill is mainly enhanced.

Devil is in the details, and Gone Home is filled with very well-crafted tiny nuances. As far as "walking simulators" go, this is the one you shouldn't miss.

A pleasant surprise within the visual novel scene.