A welcoming remaster that offers fun platforming and well-realized voice-overs. It may not leave a lasting mark on the genre, but it will certainly keep fans entertained.

It goes without saying that both Super Mario Galaxy titles are among the best 3D platformers ever made. Their level design remains fascinating even by today’s standards, and the gameplay is nothing short of pure fun. While the extra content in the remaster isn’t particularly noteworthy, it doesn’t diminish the overall excellence of these games.

Aside from some limitations in its progression system, Sonic Racing: Crossworlds is a highly enjoyable kart racer that can look Mario Kart straight in the eyes.

Hotel Barcelona has very scarce redeeming qualities. It’s a subpar roguelike that leans heavily on the reputations of Swery65 and Suda51 without offering much beyond a handful of surreal moments to justify their involvement. Even for those willing to look past the flat dialogue and mediocre visuals, the sluggish and unresponsive gameplay makes it hard to find any enjoyment.

Hades II doubles down on the quality of its predecessor, offering improved combat, a larger world, a deeper narrative with richer characters, and an enormous amount of replayability. Once again, Supergiant Games proves they are masters of the genre, retaining their title as creators of the best roguelike in the medium, while raising the bar even higher.

This expansion manages to surpass the original game, standing strong as the go-to entry even for newcomers to the franchise. Dying Light: The Beast shines with its more compact map, engaging quests, and the ever-satisfying thrill of bashing zombies.

It’s unusual to see a game make the jump from VR to flat screen and not vice verca, but Alien: Rogue Incursion proves that something is inevitably lost in the transition. Still, it remains a faithful adaptation of the beloved horror franchise, albeit a bit short, with some gameplay elements that don’t translate as well outside of VR.

Borderlands 4 is a fantastic new addition to a beloved FPS franchise. It’s the most mature entry yet, without sacrificing its trademark irreverent humor. The shooting is as fun as ever, with a myriad of exciting guns keeping the action fresh even dozens of hours in. This is a game that will keep you busy for a long time to come.

The Drifter is a loving ode to Sierra's golden age of adventure games. With its B-movie-style writing, pulpy 80s action aesthetic, excellent voice acting, and clever puzzles, it’s a throwback worth playing. Despite some limitations that reveal the small team’s resources, it will delight fans of classic adventures and 80s action movies alike.

Ghost of Yotei offers some of the most beautiful visuals we have seen in the medium, period. The audiovisual aspect of the game is of top quality elevating greatly the whole experience and immersing the player to the Japanese setting. Once again, it's visceral combat is the highlight of the gameplay accompanying rightly its well-written revenge story. All in all, Sucker Punch delivers one show stealer for PS5.

The first DLC of Donkey Kong Bananza never comes close to the highs of the main game. Its new roguelike elements are underdeveloped, resulting in a tiring and repetitive experience.

For better or worse, the first DLC of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle feels like side content, more like something cut from the main game than a true expansion. While it offers a few well-made puzzles, the lack of set pieces and a lackluster story drag it down.

After an excellent remake, we finally have a new entry in the series after many years of absence. While the story has its quirks and exaggerations, the atmosphere, combat, and riddles all click together in that unmistakable Silent Hill way, signaling a great return for one of gaming’s most iconic survival horrors.

Teenage Mutant Ninja proves it can fit well within the tactical genre, with the different turtles offering enough depth to keep strategies varied. Unfortunately, quality-of-life issues, lackluster audiovisual design, and limited character selection hold the experience back.

Another ninja returns from the past offering an excellent experience. Musashi is a beast, thanks to a satisfying combat system that’s deep yet accessible. Strong level design elevates the platforming, while light metroidvania elements make backtracking a joy.

All in all, Lost Soul Aside is a thoroughly mediocre experience with little to redeem it. The combat lacks impact, boss fights devolve into button mashing, and the story comes off as a poor man’s Final Fantasy.

It’s a new era, seeing a Sony game on Xbox, and a good one at that. Helldivers 2 delivers tense battles, rewarding progression, and a strong sense of community. Whether with friends or random players, it’s a consistently fun experience.

Cronos is Bloober Team’s first original survival horror IP, and as a new effort, it’s commendable. While it doesn’t push the genre forward, the gameplay keeps the tension high until the very end, showing that the developers know what makes survival horror tick. If only the story weren’t so disjointed and shallow.

Once again, blatant microtransactions stand out as NBA 2K26’s biggest flaw. Still, fans will appreciate the many core improvements, most notably the new ProPlay Engine, which at last delivers smoother and more realistic animations.

Space Adventure Cobra is an uninspired, linear platformer whose greatest contribution is simply providing an excellent excuse to discover the classic and highly enjoyable anime it’s based on.

Snake Eater's remake truly shines in its visuals, delivering an excellent modernization of what is arguably the best title in the Metal Gear series. However, its extreme faithfulness to the original also revives several dated limitations, such as the clunky A.I. and the overly compartmentalised jungle.

The return of this beloved title shines on the Switch 2, with upgraded visuals and the welcome addition of well-designed extra levels, though a few more of them would have been even better.

Hirogami may be a bit shallow in its combat and slightly repetitive in platforming, but its beautiful aesthetics and imaginative character transformations more than make up for these shortcomings.

Shadow Labyrinth is an adequate Metroidvania with a good balance between platforming and combat as well as nice visuals. What drags it down is the obscure connection with Pac-Man, and certain gameplay elements that try to draw inspiration from that franchise. Classic as it may be, it just doesn’t work in an action game.

Hell Is Us arrived with a similar surprise effect as the excellent Clair Obscur. It proves to be a unique game that depicts, without filtering, the atrocities of civil war and the reasoning that leads to such horror. Its world-building is of the highest quality, enhanced by an oblique atmosphere and the striking design of Hadea’s war-torn landscapes. Top marks also go to the complete absence of hand-holding, as the game trusts players to pay attention to details, notes, and clues to navigate its world and uncover its clever secrets.

Echoes of the End is a commendable first effort from Myrkur Games. Its detailed Icelandic vistas give the production a true AAA feel, and the combat system is satisfying, though it would benefit from greater enemy variety. The game also deserves credit for its wide range of environmental puzzles. However, its Achilles’ heel is poor sound design, with weak effects and an utterly forgettable soundtrack.

The excellent OST and nice, retro looking pixel-art are not enough to hide the subpar gameplay and the frustrating difficulty.

Midnight Murder Club introduces fresh multiplayer ideas with clever use of shadows and light. Be that as it may, while it is intriguing at first, its lack of variety in gameplay and content causes it to lose steam quickly.

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is an excellent return to one of gaming’s longest-running series. Its action is non-stop and challenging without becoming unfair, while the platforming remains fast and highly responsive. Though it grows a bit repetitive toward the end, this doesn’t take away from its successful modernization of the classic Ninja Gaiden formula.

Missing Bangan is an adequate addition to this obscure game series, with charming visuals and clever level design. However, its short length and simplistic gameplay prevent it from standing out in a crowded genre.

Strangely enough, Chronicles of the Wolf takes inspiration from Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest, arguably the weakest 2D entry in the series. It’s not much of a surprise, then, that the map design falls short of the genre’s best, requiring a lot of tiring backtracking, even by Metroidvania standards. The pixel art is certainly charming, but overall this is not quite a memorable ode to a legendary series.

Fretless: The Wrath of Riffson offers charming pixel art visuals and fun turn-based battles using musical instruments. For a game so focused on music, though, the tracks are a bit… forgettable.

Luto is certainly a worthwhile horror game that builds tension through atmosphere rather than cheap jump scares. However, its fourth-wall-breaking moments start out intriguing but become overused by the end, ultimately proving to be its Achilles’ heel.

The newest chapter of the Mafia series takes us back to Sicily in 1900, a move that proves to be its strongest point. The design is excellent and feels utterly authentic to the era, from costumes to cars. The Old Country is slow-paced, but this works in its favour thanks to strong, well-written characters and an engaging, if clichéd, story that holds attention from start to finish. Hopefully, next time Hangar 13 will invest more in the gameplay department, as here it can only be described as derivative.

Featuring a wide variety of mini-games that cleverly utilize the unique features of the Switch 2, this offers a fun and engaging experience for both solo and multiplayer play

With improved shooting mechanics and an even greater focus on action, Unfinished Business is the perfect excuse to return to Rogue City and revisit one of the best adaptations of the RoboCop universe.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers features impressive level design and a responsive, satisfying combat system, making it a solid experience for fans of the Soulslike genre. However, it’s held back by a lack of innovation and low enemy variety, which leads to a sense of repetition over time.

The beautifully drawn world of Vasilisa and Baba Yaga is enchanting, but it can't disguise the overly simplistic and repetitive gameplay. Ultimately, it's a visually interesting yet forgettable experience.

Donkey Kong Bananza may be a slow burner when it comes to rich gameplay ideas, but once it takes off, it delivers a platforming thrill worthy of standing alongside Mario Odyssey. Imaginative and utterly fun, it’s a stellar 3D addition to Donkey Kong’s legacy.

Stunt Flyer is a short arcade shoot-'em-up with dated visuals, repetitive gameplay, and little to make it stand out in the genre. Still, in its simplicity, it might offer a few hours of light fun, though the experience is likely to be forgotten just as quickly.

It may be a step forward for the series, but this latest entry still carries significant drawbacks. Its strongest asset is its strange, atmospheric tone but that alone can't alleviate the overly simplistic puzzles or the utterly disjointed story.

Siren's Rest functions as a brief epilogue to Still Wakes the Deep, a short story of sorts, with the interesting twist of being set entirely underwater. Fans of the original will no doubt enjoy returning to Beira D, but it ultimately offers little new in terms of lore or character development.

Without outstaying its welcome, Kvark may be simplistic in its gameplay, but it retains a certain indie charm. It’s an amalgamation of FPS classics (Doom, System Shock 2, and Half-Life) and while it never aims to reach their heights, it still delivers a pleasantly nostalgic experience.

The charmingly nostalgic visuals can only do so much to hold your interest in Dead Dragon. Its mobile roots are all too evident, in the presence of a "convenient" store, a clunky UI, and the grind-heavy progression.

Eriksholm shouldn't be approached as a Commandos-style experience since it's primarily a puzzle game with stealth elements, not the other way around. In that respect, it delivers plenty of cleverly designed environmental challenges, appealing visuals, and an engaging setting. If only its story and characters were as well written as its impeccably crafted cutscenes, Eriksholm could have been something truly special.

It’s hard to talk about Welcome Tour without addressing Nintendo’s pricing strategy. As a companion title designed to showcase the Switch 2’s hardware through well-crafted and enjoyable mini-games, it shines. But it’s puzzling that Nintendo chose to sell it as a standalone release rather than include it as a preinstalled game on the console.

An excellent port of Stellar Blade, bringing this great action title to PC players with impressive quality. The inclusion of the Goddess of Victory: NIKKE DLC is a welcome bonus, making this the definitive way to experience the full package.

Carrier Deck is a welcome addition to the niche "simulators" genre, offering a unique opportunity to manage a military carrier. It's fast-paced and features a clean, simple UI that makes it easy for newcomers to grasp its managerial tasks. However, it could benefit from a broader variety of mechanics, tools, and missions to enhance long-term engagement.

Through the Nightmares will certainly challenge even the most hardcore platforming fans, and thankfully, its tight gameplay is up to the task. It also offers plenty of collectibles that support replayability, all wrapped in a unique and moody dark aesthetic. It's far from a casual experience, with some noticeable difficulty spikes, but fans of tough platformers will feel right at home.

Unfortunately, Ghost Frequency is a thoroughly underwhelming horror experience. With a paper-thin plot, minimal gameplay, and a runtime of barely an hour, it feels more like a tech demo than a fully realized game.

11 Bit Studios has certainly established itself as a master of the survival and base-building genre. Once again, they put a unique spin on it, this time through a sci-fi setting and the compelling theme of cloning. The game presents plenty of ethical choices and deep (micro)management, all of which are made much more accessible thanks to its incredibly well-designed UI.

This sequel improves many of the original's gameplay elements even though without reinventing the wheel. Once again, reconnecting the world through its unique online cooperation is enough to hook players for hours, especially with the new map of Australia being so diverse and a joy to traverse. However, the main plot is a step back from the first game. While it's still well-written and features excellently directed cutscenes, its twists and turns often fall flat, and some plot threads lead nowhere.

The newest F1 entry from Codemasters delivers a much-needed improvement for the series. Its presentation is excellent, the handling feels impressively realistic, and AI opponents react believably. Most notably, the career mode is the best in the franchise, with the potential to keep you hooked for hours.

Mario Kart Worlds attempts to innovate with its open-world design, but this aspect quickly becomes tiresome, lacking depth. Fortunately, the core experience shines in its traditional track-based races, where the gameplay truly thrives. The new hardware also delivers a significant visual upgrade, making the game a visual delight.

Another hit from Level-5, Fantasy Life i stays true to its cosy roots while introducing plenty of new ideas and improvements. The result is a relaxing experience that also manages to challenge you creatively.

Tainted Grail builds an excellent lore foundation, offering a vast canvas of intriguing quests and quirky characters in a bleak setting that never forgets its sense of humor. Exploration and diverse character building serve as the glue holding the experience together. Then comes Act 3, almost bringing the entire experience down, as it feels like this part of the game is still stuck in (very) early access.

Elden Ring: Nightreign ends up being a roguelike spin-off variation on FromSoftware’s usual Soulslike formula. It's certainly weighed down by excessive repetition and a persistent sense of déjà vu after just a few hours. However, the action comes alive when a proper three-person team enters the map, with co-op play creating memorably tense battles driven by collaboration.

Deliver At All Costs thrives on chaotic gameplay, offering a wide range of diverse missions that consistently surprise. The action is a blast, though the frequent story cutscenes could be trimmed back. The dialogue is blunt and not as funny as it thinks it is, ultimately disrupting the game's rhythm.

DECADE attempts to deliver an old-school point-and-click adventure, but stumbles in several key areas. Its clunky UI turns gameplay into a chore, and the unappealing visuals detract from what could have been an interesting story.

Once again, Doom delivers one of the most frenetic and satisfying FPS experiences around. The latest sequel turns the Slayer into a human tank, an unstoppable force against the demonic hordes, offering relentlessly challenging, non-stop action. id Software nails it with spectacular set-pieces and excellent level design in a fresh yet familiar evolution of the franchise.

Blades of Fire marks a welcome return for MercurySteam to large-scale games. Its melee-focused combat is deeply satisfying and carries a distinct identity, no small feat in the crowded soulslike genre. If only its objectives and level design weren't quite so convoluted.

The remaster of Onimusha 2 is sure to stir nostalgia in longtime fans. It’s a great opportunity to relive Capcom’s classic action-horror, though it remains very much a product of its time, complete with gameplay elements that now feel dated. Still, it's hard not to appreciate Capcom’s effort in preserving a piece of gaming history.

Gore Doctor aims to disturb, and largely succeeds. It delivers genuine unease and fear, but its singular focus on shock comes at the expense of other crucial elements, like its lacklustre A.I., clunky combat, and derivative visuals.

Post Trauma sticks a little too closely to Silent Hill in its storytelling, a choice that ultimately doesn’t benefit the experience. Even so, it delivers a short but satisfying survival horror experience, never overstaying its welcome and featuring some cleverly designed puzzles. While it adheres a bit to close to genre conventions, that very familiarity might be exactly why die-hard fans of the genre (and likely only fans) will find something to appreciate here.

A diamond in the rough, a unique post-apocalyptic world filled with dark humor, quirky situations, and an intense central story. LISA may not be widely known, but it sticks with anyone who looks past its simplistic visuals.

Amerzone: The Explorer's Legacy is an excellent remake of a classic from the golden age of adventure games. Its beautiful visuals and freeform gameplay elevate the experience, updating it to modern standards. Older gamers will get their nostalgia fix, while newcomers have a great opportunity to discover one of the genre’s finest titles.

Captain Blood feels like discovering a long-lost game from the early PS3 or Xbox 360 era. The problem is, even if it had launched back then, it would have been mediocre at best. Released now, its flaws are only magnified, offering dated visuals, archaic level design, lackluster combat, and an overall quality that falls far short of modern standards.

Revenge of the Savage Planet is nothing if not humorous, delivering abundant fun through its charming, colorful visuals and clever gadgets. While it leans a bit too much on open-world-map-cleaning mentality, it’s hard not to feel like a kid in a sci-fi kindergarten while playing.

Unfortunately, MotoGP 25 feels limited in content and visually reminiscent of the previous console generation. Even its excellent physics model and responsive handling can't shake the sense that the game is held back by outdated production values.

Steel Seed delivers a competent but unremarkable stealth-platforming experience. While a few set pieces add brief excitement, the game ultimately leans too heavily on familiar stealth mechanics, standard platforming, and a generic sci-fi setting.

Hook: Complete Edition features some intriguing and challenging puzzles, but repetition and limited content quickly set in. Its minimalist visual style, initially appealing, soon grows tiresome.

Days Gone Remastered brings welcome technical improvements and three distinct modes that enhance replayability for returning players. While it won’t change anyone’s opinion of the game’s overall quality, it offers just enough to justify its existence.

Grundislav Games takes a big step forward with its latest adventure. Rosewater is a great Western, featuring well-written characters and a captivating story. It's also a love letter to the golden era of Sierra adventures, making it a must-play for fans of the genre, especially longtime enthusiasts.

Bionic Bay could be described as Limbo on steroids, featuring clever platforming that leverages convincing physics and demands quick reflexes, without ever becoming frustrating. However, its repetitive environmental design and puzzles begin to wear thin toward the end.

The House of Da Vinci VR is a great adaptation of the original game, where the VR element elevates the entire experience. Fans of puzzle games and VR won’t want to miss it.

For anyone feeling nostalgic for the RTS era of Command & Conquer and Red Alert, Tempest Rising is here to fill that gap. Its lengthy and exciting campaign, along with its balanced and diverse pair of factions, is sure to keep you hooked for hours.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves marks a triumphant return for the legendary fighting series. Its deep combat system may be intimidating for newcomers, but mastering its intricacies is immensely rewarding, especially in the well-developed online arenas.

Another triumph in the soulslike genre from South Korea, The First Berserker: Khazan blends the best elements of Nioh and Dark Souls while forging its own identity. Standout boss battles and a deep, refined combat system ensure it leaves a lasting mark on the genre.

The Croc remaster is nothing short of an ode to the golden era of 3D platformers. With its focus on nostalgia and revamped visuals, it’s sure to evoke warm memories for longtime fans. That said, a bit of patience is required to navigate some of the old-school quirks in its platforming design.

Inayah is a prime example of a game lost in an oversaturated genre. Charming visuals alone are no longer enough to stand out among the myriad of Metroidvanias. While it boasts stylish comic-inspired art and a passable combat system, Inayah ultimately offers little beyond the genre’s most basic staples, without making any real effort to create its own identity.

Bleach: Rebirth of Souls is, first and foremost, a love letter to fans of the anime. While it may not stand shoulder to shoulder with the top titles in the genre, its satisfying combat, well-crafted Story Mode, and diverse roster of characters are sure to please longtime Bleach enthusiasts.

The Last of Us Part II arrives on PC at the perfect time, coinciding with the acclaimed TV adaptation. Even after all these years, Naughty Dog’s masterpiece remains a standout experience in terms of story, character development, gameplay, and overall presentation.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 took us by surprise. We expected a fun and interesting game. What we didn’t expect was one of the best JRPGs of this console generation. The story evokes a wide range of emotions, the characters are so well written it’s easy to grow attached to them, and the combat system is deep, offering plenty of options for party development. On top of that, the OST is nothing short of a masterpiece, elevating the entire experience. This is a game that proudly stands among the best in the genre.

This new Atelier title is unlikely to win over any newcomers to the long-running series. With a lack of challenge, dated visuals, and a surprising absence of meaningful alchemy mechanics, it stands as one of the weakest entries in the franchise.

The only real positive in Chernobyl Liquidators is its authentic representation of the Chernobyl disaster. Unfortunately, a virtually non-existent story, derivative and highly repetitive gameplay, and buggy, dated visuals drag the entire experience down.

With strong influences from Twin Peaks and Orwell's 1984, Karma: The Dark World presents a compelling dystopian setting with a strong narrative. That said, it could benefit from more challenging puzzles and faster movement for the main character. faster movement for the main character.

South of Midnight takes players on a journey through America's Deep South, showcasing beautiful environments and imaginative mythological elements. Its excellent soundtrack and distinctive stop-motion aesthetic combine to create a unique and memorable audiovisual experience. However, the gameplay falls flat, offering one-note design with overly simplistic platforming and combat.

Atomfall may suffer from poor AI, ineffective stealth mechanics, and derivative combat (despite satisfying weapon handling) but its charm is undeniable. Set in a uniquely British, beautifully crafted post-apocalyptic world, it delivers a succinct story filled with eccentric characters, gripping mysteries, and deep conspiracies alongside a quest system that avoids holding your hands. We can already see the words "cult classic" written on it.

AI Limit is a solid soulslike, featuring well-executed combat that is challenging without being frustrating, along with thoughtful level design that rewards exploration. However, its uninspired, ruined-urban setting holds it back. Even so, it remains a fine choice for genre fans constantly seeking new soulslike experiences.

Underdogs is a fantastic addition to the PSVR2 library, offering frenetic combat and the satisfying thrill of piloting a massive mech. While the roguelike elements don’t feel fully realized, the excellent gameplay and unique art direction more than make up for it.

This new version of the excellent Xenoblade Chronicles introduces numerous quality of life improvements that genuinely elevate the overall experience. Additionally, the inclusion of a new chapter effectively connects the story to the broader series, filling in some of the narrative gaps from the original game.

At its core, Kamikaze Lassplanes is a visual novel with a well-written story and meaningful choices. The shmup aspect complements the narrative, delivering an exciting action experience that serves as a fitting highlight at the end of each chapter, even though it doesn't really bring anything new to the genre.

As always, Ubisoft has crafted a highly detailed and undeniably beautiful world. Roaming the historical Japanese cities and countryside is undoubtedly one of the game's highlights. However, once again, Ubisoft fails to take a single step forward in its action, platforming, and-most crucially- stealth mechanics, making each new iteration of its beloved franchise feel increasingly stale and tiresome.

Despite its good intentions, Beyond the Ice Palace 2 ultimately feels derivative. It fails to evolve beyond the 30-minute mark, resulting in a repetitive experience. On top of that, traversal issues and excruciatingly distant checkpoints make it an often frustrating journey.

Another triumph from Hazelight. Split Fiction is nothing short of a co-op masterpiece, with excellent pacing and plenty of memorable gameplay moments. It’s amazing that the developers managed to continuously craft new and unique situations every 10 minutes or so, without any sign of repetition in its 15-hour runtime. Not only is it an early GOTY contender, but it also stands as one of the finest co-op experiences in gaming history.

Another great return for one of Capcom's most successful franchises. Several important changes have been made, though not all hit the mark, such as the ease of finding monsters, which diminishes the hunting aspect. Additionally, the game engine sometimes struggles to keep up with the open-world design. Nevertheless, the thrill of battle remains, the world of Wilds is beautiful, and the excellent combat system is among the best we've seen.

This trilogy is a prime example of why nostalgia is sometimes best left undisturbed. All three titles—especially the atrocious Angel of Darkness—mostly serve as reminders of the rough early days of 3D platformers.

Eternal Strands offers a charming blend of Shadow of the Colossus and Prince of Persia. While it never quite reaches the heights of those classics, it remains an enjoyable experience. The lack of enemy variety and some frustrating camera issues—likely due to budget constraints—are noticeable flaws. However, its fast-paced combat and well-crafted story showcase the developers' passion.