My enthusiasm for Laysara: Summit Kingdom has dropped, which is disappointing given its strong mountain setting and promising city-builder concept. The gameplay focuses heavily on fulfilling population needs, with limited production chains and objectives, making it feel more like a puzzle game than a strategic builder. The inability to rotate or upgrade buildings, combined with small building radii and no planning system, restricts creativity and player freedom. Although the game is visually appealing and accessible, it quickly becomes repetitive and fails to maintain long-term engagement.

Freedom Wars Remastered offers a unique concept with engaging action and weapon progression. While the battles are challenging, they can become repetitive, and the story takes a backseat. It’s perfect for quick sessions, especially with friends.

EA and PopCap could have easily let Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted blossom, but instead we got a port overrun with weeds. Sure, the classic strategic gameplay still shines, and there’s plenty of content and modes to enjoy, but several baffling choices hold it back. Downgraded visuals, removed dynamic music, a mishmash of UIs from different versions, and tone-deaf art direction all make this version feel lifeless. Plants vs. Zombies remains a fantastic strategy game, but Replanted is far from the best way to experience it—and both the game and its loyal fans deserve better then this.

The Crush House is a chaotic and entertaining experience that delivers fun in short bursts. However, its lack of depth and lasting appeal means it’s more of a spectacle than a substantial game. It’s enjoyable while it lasts, but don’t expect it to hold your attention for long.

Zenless Zone Zero showcases the mastery of its developers in crafting a top-tier action RPG with stylish combat and a vibrant world. The game’s fast-paced action and rich character design stand out, though it may feel familiar to those who’ve played similar titles. It’s a polished and enjoyable experience, proving the developers are true masters of the genre, even if it doesn’t break entirely new ground.

Total Chaos can stand shoulder to shoulder with the biggest horror releases of 2025, delivering a faithful remake of the groundbreaking 2018 mod with systems that are sharper, broader, and still brutally unhinged. Its desperate story, panic-soaked combat, and relentless pace make it a must-play for anyone who thrives on the eerie and the uncomfortably intense. Yes, its rough (technical) edges—including bouts of backtracking and repetition—remain, but they’re mere blemishes on a game that haunts you long after you put down the controller.

Unbeatable blends rhythm, rebellion and nostalgia into a punch straight to the gut. A two-button riot that plays more like an emotional concert tour, even when chaos creeps in. Let the riffs take over—this one strikes exactly where it should.

KARMA: The Dark World delivers a strong dystopian atmosphere and an intriguing yet vague narrative. Puzzle-heavy gameplay and minimal hints can be frustrating, but lore enthusiasts may enjoy the extra depth. A solid pick for psychological horror fans, though action lovers might want to look elsewhere.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants is short but sweet. The DLC is packed with mystery, solid puzzles, and that classic Indy flair. It’s not as grand as the main game, but if you’re craving more, this DLC delivers a fun (if pricey) ride.

Directive 8020 continues the trend of the earlier Dark Anthology games: entertaining B-horror where you constantly make decisions (sometimes under pressure) that determine whether your characters live or die. At its core, this is still a successful game, with plenty of fun moments, while the clear timeline and the option to rewind to earlier scenes are welcome additions. Yet for me, this is the least memorable entry in the series, as weak dialogue, mediocre performances, and overly frequent stealth sections often undermined the tension and made the formula start to feel worn out.

Capes brings the superhero genre to life with a blend of tactical combat and character-driven storytelling. The game’s strategic depth and diverse abilities make each hero feel unique, offering a satisfying experience for fans of turn-based strategy. However, while the concept is strong, some may find the execution a bit formulaic. It’s a cool take on the superhero theme, but don’t expect it to break the mold entirely.

While John Carpenter's Toxic Commando makes some interesting choices, it never quite stands out as a strong entry in the zombie shooter genre. Drawing on systems familiar from Saber Interactive, the varied arsenal, skill trees, and co-op gameplay can be enjoyable with a full squad, but a dull story, awkward characters, repetitive mission design, and an uninspired semi-open-world structure drag the experience down. There is still some fun to be found, though the genre offers better alternatives with more venom.

Amber Isle is a wholesome game where you manage a shop and restore an island, offering a relaxing and varied gameplay experience. With the story, you unlock new areas and friendly dinosaurs. Which are incredible charming and steal the show. While the progressions is well-balanced, the game can feel repetitive in the beginning. Along with the occasional bugs and missing quality of life-features the game has its flaws.

Life is Strange: Reunion isn’t groundbreaking, but it delivers a respectful and complete send-off for fans of Max and Chloe. Choices still matter, even if their impact is limited, while the familiar gameplay plays it safe. A worthy farewell for longtime fans, but not an entry point for newcomers.

The Sims 4: Royal Legacy is one of the game’s most ambitious expansions in years. While the Royal career is still too easy to access and misses a chance to add real challenge, the dynasties, intrigue, and lore updates make up for it. The dynasty system in particular brings back much-needed depth and storytelling to family gameplay. The new world, Ondarion, is a highlight with its scale and detail, though missed opportunities remain, especially in Create-a-Sim, where everyday clothing and options for younger Sims feel limited.

MySims: Cozy Bundle brings two nostalgic, fun games to the Switch. While the lack of motion controls and some repetitive gameplay in the first game are minor drawbacks, the charming characters, timeless art style, and creative mechanics still make it an enjoyable experience.

Bleach: Rebirth of Souls offers fans a fun trip through the anime’s arcs, but lacks world interaction and variety in its combat. While it can entertain for a while, the repetitive fighting system ultimately fails to keep things engaging. A missed opportunity for a deeper experience.

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree looks stylish and atmospheric, but the repetitive combat and slow pacing hold it back. Fans of Japanese mythology may find charm here, though those seeking depth will be disappointed.

Commando: Origins was meant to revive the franchise after years of silence, but it falls short. There is no cohesive story and the missions feel quite random. However, the missions are varied and the commandos offer different strategies. Don’t expect a lot of freedom or creativity. Despite detailed gameplay mechanics, numerous bugs severely impact the experience, often forcing players to reload saves. With optimization issues also present, it's best to wait for a few patches before diving in to enjoy the nostalgic gameplay.

The House of Tesla is an engaging puzzle game that lets you solve the mystery around one of the biggest projects from inventor Nikola Tesla. The game features a story-driven structure with well-designed and varied puzzles across different locations. While exploring can be confusing at first you quickly learn to identify puzzle elements. When stuck, the hint system offers help without immediately spoiling the solutions. Though it doesn’t quite reach the level of The Room franchise, it comes impressively close.

Just Dance 2025 is once again a solid party game with great music, perfect for a fun night with friends. However, Ubisoft offers little new, aside from a few extra songs. This means that there is no real need to buy this edition for returning players.

Just like plenty of other Alien game developers, Survios tries to chase that Xenomorph dragon that has only been caught by a select few. Even though Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition theoretically ticks quite a few boxes to ensure success, it unfortunately fails in delivering a truly thrilling Alien experience, mostly caused by poor enemy A.I. and lackluster gunplay. If you're a die-hard Alien fan who's only looking for a reason to keep shooting at ammo absorbing but frankly docile Xeno's, there's some fun to be had. Otherwise, I'd advise you to skip this expedition.

Call me biased, but High On Life 2 is everything you ever wished for in a sequel. It’s bigger, better, more chaotic, and presents more f-bombs than you’d ever deem possible. Loaded to the brim with off-color humor and an over-the-top plot, High On Life 2 is a must play for every Squancher out there. Just make sure your pc is up to the demanding task, bucko.

Abyssus is a solid roguelite FPS that approaches the genre from a fresh angle, with strong gear options, satisfying progression, and decent gunplay. Unfortunately, its uninspired lore, generic enemies, and repetitive level design keep it from making a real splash. DoubleMoose Games is a few content updates away from something truly memorable - but for now, it’s stuck in the kiddie pool.

Wheel World is a fresh and surprisingly fun indie game that turns cycling into an engaging adventure. With smooth controls, a rich atmosphere, and a deeper-than-expected story, it pulls you in. Limited race variety and some technical hiccups hold it back from greatness, but it’s still a ride worth taking, especially for those who love exploration, style, and pedal power.

Steel Seed offers an enjoyable mix of stealth, parkour, and combat, with Koby adding variety to the gameplay. While the robots lack personality and the difficulty can feel unfair at times, it remains an entertaining experience.

Morsels blends lighthearted humor with sharp roguelite action, keeping every run fresh thanks to its clever three-Morsels system. Despite some missing explanations and minor hiccups, it remains a charming, challenging, and highly enjoyable retro-style experience.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an enjoyable action-adventure that mixes engaging combat with an intriguing world, though it doesn’t fully break new ground. The game offers solid gameplay and an interesting setting, making it fun for fans of the genre. However, it may feel a bit familiar, lacking the innovation to make it truly stand out. It's definitely worth playing, but don’t expect anything revolutionary.