Dark Scrolls is still a charming game that was clearly crafted with love and is worth checking out, regardless of your interests in side-scrollers and roguelikes. Just be prepared to climb out of that grave and into a solid adventure.

At the end of the day, while a hardcore Batman fan may take issue with some aspects, the joy that the game provides more than makes up for those problems. If you love the character as much as I do, then you owe it to yourself to play Legacy of the Dark Knight for yourself, as it is the ultimate love letter to one of the best characters ever created. For kids and families, this is even more of a no-brainer, as this is the best possible way to introduce new audiences to the Caped Crusader. All in all, while this may not have been the Batman game I needed, it was the one that we deserved as an experience that truly captures his iconic legacy.

Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition is an excellent Switch 2 port that preserves the game's stylish and endlessly replayable action while delivering smooth 60 FPS performance in both handheld and docked modes. There's no new content, but everything released for DMC5 is here, making this an easy recommendation for anyone looking to experience one of the best action games in recent memory.

EA Sports UFC 6 is a great sports-fighting game that brings a slew of single-player content that new and returning UFC fans will enjoy. With well over 100 playable fighters on the base roster, there's a legend or current-day superstar to test out with the improved gameplay mechanics and new features, including the all-new and intuitive Flow State. The game's assist and difficulty options also give you control and ease you into what's new in EA Sports UFC 6.

The Adventures of Elliot: Millennium Tales is perhaps the answer to a potential scenario of "What if Square Enix took charge and created a top-down Zelda experience"? I don't mean that in a negative way - quite the contrary in fact! This is a game that holds its own unique charm that I feel only Team Asano could do, and it re-kindled a sense of nostalgia that I probably haven't felt in more than a decade. If this means we will see more of HD-2D in other genres, or if this opens the door for new remakes, then I'm all in for it.

Mousebusters is an adventure game with point-and-click, puzzle, and shoot ’em up elements. The gameplay loop is okay but slow at times. The characters are fun but not all of them stick the landing. The narrative can be slow but picks up in the second half leading to a satisfying ending. While it has issues the last hour of the game more than make up for them and I enjoyed my time with it. Especially since you can beat it in an afternoon.

Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition is a fantastic puzzle heavy horror game that oozes a charming ambiance that just pulls you into its dark world. Unfortunately, minor issues such as platforming, combat, the lackluster offerings of the new Nintendo Switch 2 port, and underutilizing the mechanics of each chapter, slightly bring down what is a solid experience.

ales of Arise is one of the video games that can be called art. Everything here is well orchestrated, from soundtrack to visual style to its story and very enjoyable gameplay, and finishing it leaves the kind of tightness in the heart that wishes for more. Beyond the Dawn extends that feeling without trying to eclipse it. Tales of Arise – Beyond the Dawn Edition is the most complete way to experience both. It isn’t the most technically polished version of the package, but if you’ve been waiting for portable access — or if you missed Arise the first time around — this is the easiest door into one of the strongest JRPGs of its generation.

I can’t see myself playing it again, but I don’t regret my time with FoxHaunt. It’s an easy-going experience that has made me desire more games in a similar vein.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 is a very impressive port that brings one of the generation’s best RPGs to Nintendo’s new console in great form. Docked mode is where the game shines, with largely stable performance and a level of visual fidelity that preserves the scale of Rebirth far better than expected. Handheld mode comes with more noticeable drawbacks, including softer image quality and fast battery drain, but none of it stopped me from wanting to keep playing Rebirth wherever I go.

It’s a game that requires a lot of improvements before it can be truly great. I think that if you have the teeniest bit of curiosity, there’s nothing that should stop you from trying the game out for yourself. As a gacha game, its monetization isn’t aggressive, and playing it myself throughout this month was an experience I found decent, although it barely hits the passable bar. I’ll be closely following the development of this game because I do see the vision that Hotta Studio wishes to craft, and I truly hope the team can bounce back.

FZ: Formation Z is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up and run-and-gun game, making it an interesting combination of genres that work fairly well but doesn't feel fully utilized. The game is very short though, and while it's designed around replayability I didn't feel a reason to keep playing after a couple runs. While I still recommend giving a shot, I only see fans of the genre sticking with it.

Mina the Hollower easily cements Yacht Club Games' capacity to deliver high-quality retro experiences. The game takes inspiration from several sources, both old and new, and carefully fine-tunes each into a polished experience that is both curated and customizable.

Forza Horizon 6 is an excellent, high-quality racing game that finally gives players the chance to explore Japan with their favorite cars. Playground Games crafted an amazing open world full of fun content and exciting gameplay, all of which is backed by a stellar soundtrack and incredible direction on sound design. Forza Horizon 6 is a reminder that open-world racing games are still capable of greatness.

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a cute experience that I had a lot of fun playing. Discovering and naming new creatures, solving puzzles, and playing a game centered around Yoshi since the 3DS days was just my idea of a fun week. And when I thought I was done analyzing the creatures that lived inside of Mr. E’s pages, the game finds a way to drag you in even further. While some stages do have some rather obtuse solutions to their puzzles, it’s still a cute and fun experience that I enjoyed from start to finish.

Blood: Refreshed Supply is an amazing remaster of a classic FPS. The original experience is here but better, along with all the modern additions you would want. It’s still an old-fashioned FPS, so I had some issues with the level design and difficulty balancing. Even with my issues, I still had a great time, especially with how much is here. The expansions, fan levels, and vaulted content add so much to an already great release. This really feels like the definitive way to play Blood, and any fan of the genre needs to play it at least once.

Thick as Thieves has the bones of a great stealth experience with rewarding exploration, satisfying loot management, and a world that strongly evokes Looking Glass Studios’ legacy. However, leftover extraction-game design, forced contract progression, limited combat options, and locked characters hold it back from fully stepping out of the shadows.

Coffee Talk Tokyo packs the late-night café up and moves it eastward with a formula that hasn't changed much in over half a decade. The vibe still works, but the writing overcorrects, and the city it's named after never really shows up.

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar really does set a new standard for when it comes to remaking these classic experiences from the DS era, and I hope we see many more of these titles in the future. But sadly, I can't help but feel just how much better this game is on the go. It's not a deal breaker on PS5, but Grand Bazaar is better realized on the go with quick access to your crops and animals.

I really liked what I played from this collection. I think each game has some fantastic puzzles and stands out from one another, with Q2 being the best title in the collection for all the improvements in both gameplay and presentation it has over the others. On the flipside, Q with VTubers is the weakest, primarily due to how short it is. Yet, even in spite of these issues, this is still a puzzle collection that will have players coming back for more for quite a while.

Bubsy 4D is definitely the best game in the franchise. That may not be a particularly high hurdle to clear, but Fabraz did so with ease and raised the bar considerably for any upcoming title to follow. It has a great movement system and finally gives Bubsy an identity that's more than just memes, despite being maybe just a tad too short. It's an easy recommendation for fans of arcade titles and guaranteed to be worth the time for any platformer aficionado.

As a bullet hell first-person shooter, Luna Abyss might not achieve its full potential, but it accomplishes everything it sets out to do well enough. A haunting world and an evasive combat dance results in one of the most creatively bold shooters in recent years.

In the end, if you are looking for a new game to play with friends, this can be an option. It’s priced reasonably and won’t break the bank, but there is only so much to see here. If you want a game you can return to time and time again, it may be best to look elsewhere. However, for a quick few hours of fun that will get your gambling fix in? This may do.

STARBITES is a new sci-fi turn-based RPG that puts players in the shoes of Lukida, a young salvager wanting to make her dream of exploring the cosmos a reality. Players are treated to a fun turn-based combat system with some unique twists, a compelling story with an emotive cast of characters, and worldbuilding that makes players want to learn more about the setting of Bitter. The performance drawbacks on Switch and the repetitive overworld exploration hold STARBITES back from its full potential, however.

Mixtape is a beautiful love letter to music and friendship. The narrative is handled really well; in spite of its similarities to other coming-of-age stories, the characters are realized fantastically thanks to great dialogue and voice acting, and the music choices are incredible. While the gameplay is limited, the mechanics are peppered throughout to perfectly accompany the respective story beat. Even though the visuals are lacking on the Switch 2, Mixtape is still a phenomenal experience and an easy recommendation.

Clockwork Ambrosia is a decent Metroidvania with a really good gun customization feature. It's an indie project that's been in the works for 15 years now, since the team couldn't work full-time on it. A good game for fans of the genre, but one that won't really surprise you. It's a perfect title to play on the go, but it doesn't play ball with non-Windows systems.

Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes quickly pulled me in with its storytelling, tough choices, and RTS gameplay, making every run tense and rewarding. It has a few stumbles, especially with some repetition, slowdown, and a final boss that felt more luck-based than skill-based, but overall, this is still a really solid journey worth taking.

Directive 8020 is a step in the right direction for The Dark Pictures, giving its choices more weight, its cast stronger performances, and its horror more room to breathe. While the later episodes drag and a few clichés and visual issues hold it back, the journey aboard the Cassiopeia is still worthwhile.