This stand-alone expansion will probably satisfy all those CoH fans that were disappointed by the second game.

Supermassive delivers what could be described as the definition of “sleeper hit”. It’s an ode to teen horror movies of the ’80s with well-thought story, dialogues, and a plethora of choices and consequences.

A decent effort from Obsidian to transfer a complicated gameplay system to the consoles. Its not without flaws, some of which are new and some are ingrained in the game from the original version, but it still is a highly entertaining title, poised to offer dozens of hours of exciting swashbuckling adventures.

Whether unconsciously or not, the game manages to become a fitting representation of the history of Telltale, together with a teaser of their vision for the future and a heart wrenching goodbye to Clementine, after 7 years walking side by side with her. It exists due to the undying spirit of its creators who, like the band on the Titanic, kept on playing their music, and together with Skybound managed to offer a fitting and grounded end to this beloved series.

The main issue of A Plague Tale: Requiem is the absence of any real improvement to its already simplistic gameplay. Thankfully, its amazing set pieces, great visuals and -especially- its intense story of Amicia’s and Hugo’s survival make up for these gameplay shortcomings.

Duskers’ lo-fi aesthetic and gameplay completely immersed us in the role of the captain and his efforts to remotely direct his drones on board of perilous derelict spaceships.

It’s true that there is a lot of room for improvement, especially on the puzzle department. Nevertheless, Coldwood Interactive made a major comeback with Unravel, a game which has some of the finest visuals we‘ve seen and an outright adorable main character which is a joy to handle.

For better or worse the annual football release from EA retains its high quality standards albeit without any significant effort to surpass those standards. There are some improvements, mostly cosmetic, but not in the direction that the franchise actually needs them.

Despite its shortcomings, I Am Alive manages to offer a true survival experience, with intense platforming, clever combat mechanics and an impressive enemy AI. This is definitely the "biggest" small game you'll get to play in 2012.

Some features from the Xbox One and PC versions are missing, but the essence of Titanfall is present in the Xbox 360 edition of Respawn's superb online shooter.

L.A. Noire is a superb adventure game soaked in the atmosphere of the post-WW II Los Angeles. The stocky storyline is held back only by minor gameplay issues, and Team Bondi created the first Rockstar game in which you don't mind whether you fire a gun or not. At all.

A game that truly showcases the power and special features PS Vita has. Gravity Rush delivers a beautiful artistic design, unique to the PS Vita features and an interesting concept.

A spectacular 3D metroidvania game with great combat depth, accessibility options that should exist in any Soulsborne game and exceptional level design & traversal. It is just sort of reaching greatness due to is average storyline, forgettable villains and the unfortunate modern trend of being released before getting the final 3-4 months of polishing needed to achieve a smoother experience.

The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 continues to amaze with its wonderful story, its vibrant world and its classic yet fresh fantasy setting.

Three great platformers for the price of one. If you own a PS Vita, you really shouldn't miss this one.

L.A. Noire is a superb adventure game soaked in the atmosphere of the post-WW II Los Angeles. The stocky storyline is held back only by minor gameplay issues, and Team Bondi created the first Rockstar game in which you don't mind whether you fire a gun or not. At all.

A beautiful journey made possible with the power of the UibArt engine. Child of Light is one of the nicest surprises we've had in a long time.

Ash is back, so get your Boomsticks ready το defend the land from the evil undead, once more. Backflip Studios has delivered an excellent tower defense title that you shouldn't miss, even if you are not an Evil Dead fan.

INDIKA is a truly unique narrative game that delivers an excellently written, thought-provoking story about faith, a subject we very rarely see in the medium. Moreover, the almost surreal environmental design and action greatly enhance the whole experience.

Dungeon Siege 3 is a worthy successor to the Dungeon Siege Saga, and the legitimate heir to the Throne of Console Dungeon Crawlers. However, PC fanatics will feel as if they're playing a slightly dumped down version of the first two epic games of the franchise.

Madison VR is quite reminiscent of P.T. in its approach to horror and definitely not for the faint of heart. Additionally, the story is engaging the visuals are impressive.

What it may lack in gameplay elements, it more than makes up with a deep philosophical story that will make the player think as deeply as few games have ever managed before.

The price tag is quite absurd, but you can't ignore the high quality EA Sports can offer in its football games and this quality is present here.

Dungeon Siege 3 is a worthy successor to the Dungeon Siege Saga, and the legitimate heir to the Throne of Console Dungeon Crawlers. However, PC fanatics will feel as if they're playing a slightly dumped down version of the first two epic games of the franchise.

Crow Country gives the impression of a long lost PS1 survival horror game. The small indie team really captures the essence of those classics in every aspect, from the charming low-polygon visuals and environmental puzzles to the exaggerated story, all while adding some clever parody touches.

We wanted to explore the world of Hob from the first minute we set our foot in it, thanks to the attractive visuals and its precise gameplay controls that helped made platforming a joy. It’s too bad that combat seemed to be an afterthought, but nevertheless Runic crafted a beautiful, mythical environment.

The gaming’s equivalent of Russell-Einstein anti-war manifesto.

Although it starts as an utterly mediocre game, Undertale slowly builds up to a meaningful adventure. It cleverly breaks the fourth wall presenting a humorous and touching critique on the way genocides casually occur in the monsters population of predominantly JRPGs.

A great return for David Jaffe's legendary combat racing franchise. If it weren't for those network problems, this would truly be a memorable addition to PS3's library.

Cyanide’s latest installment is a step forward for the franchise, offering a clearer UI, smarter AI, better graphics, well-implemented rules of the original material and addictive competitive online gaming. While the main campaign is large, funny, and intuitive, the offline leagues and cups lack the polishing and necessary customization options.

Gravity Rush might not be perfect, but it’s still a beautiful game full of enjoyment that had to fight it’s way up to the big league. The remastered edition doesn’t justify the purchase for someone who already played it on the PS Vita, but it surely is a treat for the eyes.

If you're looking for an old school JRPG that is demanding and will keep you in front of your TV screen for hours upon hours, Rainbow Moon is ideal for you.

FC25 is, once again, more of an update rather than a full-fledged sequel. Nevertheless, there's a reason it remains the king of the sport, thanks to some welcome quality-of-life improvements in Ultimate Team and the well-executed addition of Rush Mode.

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.

Rainbow Six: Siege may give the impression of being a work in progress still but it nevertheless delivers a tense tactical experience for those of you who will manage to play it with friends willing to participate in solid teamwork.

Even though the new Telltale game is accompanied with the limitations of the previous games of the company, it nevertheless do justice to the source material, presenting well-written characters and story.

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.

The new SSX game by EA delivers a unique sense of sliding down with your board from a tall mountain in full speed. Probably, the best snowboarding game of this generation.

Codemasters continues down the path of evolving and improving its most recent racing franchise. And, with the 2012 edition, almost everything seems to be in its proper place.

The soft-reboot of one of the oldest fighting series is coming with certain shortcomings, like lackluster single-player offerings beyond the 6-hour campaign. Nevertheless, amazing graphics, a nicely paced campaign, and the brutally enhanced combat more than make up for these issues.

A true testament to the wild beauty of football, PES 2019 continues to emphasize on the unique, best in class gameplay that truly sets it apart. But even the eye-catching football can’t distract us anymore from the fact that its weak points are even weaker this year. With stale modes, missing licenses, ancient UI and menus, PES is in dire need of a dynamic upgrade.

While its art style is significantly different from its predecessor, Runner 2 is still one of the most addictive and immersing experiences you'll find in the "indie" category of platforming videogames.

A perfect way for new gamers to learn the story of Max before they delve deep into Max Payne 3.

The great graphics, nice - interconnected between the characters - story mode and enjoyable fighting system make Team Ninja's latest game a worthy contender for the title of the genre.

Although Mushroom 11 may seem as another generic addition to the oversaturated indie platform genre, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Untame’s effort succeeds in distancing itself from the competition thanks to a completely unique gameplay accompanied by cleverly designed environmental puzzles.

A wondrous surrealistic adventure on and through the living branches of a "magical" tree, Botanicula is a beautiful addition to Amanita's game roster.

The majesty of the original trilogy is absent in this game, but after the bland first few chapters the pace is lifted and we end up with a decent addition to the franchise. Next time The Coalition must try harder.

A 2D Zelda clone with a large, charming world full of secrets that unfortunately is not on par with the series that it copies, but can surely offer a great experience to Zelda fans.

A hauntingly beautiful experience that offers both the relaxation and the suspense of deep sea diving in a simple yet enthralling way.

It might not be one of the best of the genre, but it's certainly worthy in all its aspects and something that's definitely worth playing today. And most of all, it goes to show that the Terrible Toybox team knows and understands the genre like few do today.

Some cleverly crafted puzzles, a functional main gameplay mechanism (albeit not so original) and a decent variety of levels and gimmicks to spice up the later challenges contribute to a very good summer option for puzzle platformer lovers.

Neva's strengths, similarly with the case of Gris, lie in its touching story, exploring themes of parenthood and coming of age. We feel that a bit more challenge could enhance the experience, nevertheless, few games manage to evoke such strong feelings, especially without a single word spoken.

With Yakuza 0 overflowing with complexity and quality material, you would have expected Yakuza 6 to go for an even larger and more spectacular final story of its main character’s ark. Surprisingly, the developers chose to trim the fat and return to the starting origins of the show. While it does feel like a step backwards in some cases, it does allows for a far more dramatic experience and believable storyline where you can actually feel the intent of the characters and get invested in them and their lives. A solid, well crafted ending to one of Sega’s greatest stars.

Xenoblade Chronicles is a technological achievement and a breath of fresh air in a decaying breed that desperately needs such efforts to keep it goin΄. Players need to invest dozens of hours roaming on the petrified body of Titan Bionis to reveal the secret and the true power of Monado. And they're going to be such great hours!

With its superb graphics, interesting -albeit difficult to follow for the uninitiated- story and intense multiplayer, Ace Combat 7 is a return to shape for Namco's long running franchise. There are some cons here, like the too few VR missions and the quite poor AI, but overall this is a great arcade flight sim.

Dark surrealism permeates the soul of the player in one of the strangest and more interesting adventure games we’ve seen in a long while.

FIFA 23 keeps the high standards of the series in content, modes and visual display, closing one chapter and opening another for EA. However, it does not reinvent the wheel, it does not pioneer, it does not take risks, it does not bring something new or fresh. FIFA 23 simply executes, and scores in a match that will probably be quickly forgotten.

More of an audiobook than video game, Dagon: Complete Edition is a fitting tribute to Lovecraft's work. The experience is elevated by excellent narration and quality prose, immersing players in an atmospheric journey.

A unique platform game with clever ideas, imaginative gameplay and a well written story. A Story About My Uncle is one of a few indie titles you can buy immediately without waiting for a flash sale or a bundle.

After Kora, Platinum Games took a step further and delivered what can only be described as a "dream come true" for anyone who watched the first generation of Transformers on the TV during the 1980s.

Off the Record is a game that offers an outrageous amount of content for newcomers to the franchise and even veterans of Dead Rising 2 will enjoy the «anxiety free» sandbox mode. On the other hand, many will complain that all this content could have been made available as a DLC for Dead Rising 2.

Drawing inspiration from such classics as Limbo and Bastion, Nihilumbra will travel you to a beautiful world full of clever puzzles and great platforming moments.

Temple of Osiris is a worthy successor to the Guardian of Light and is going to offer a lot of fun (especially when you try the co-op mode) even if it doesn't last long enough.

Capcom once again strikes a high note with the new Resident Evil entry, though this time its ambition introduces a few rough edges. Requiem delivers excellent survival horror during Grace’s sections and offers a wealth of Easter eggs and references for longtime fans to dissect. However, in attempting to incorporate the best elements from the franchise’s many, and often wildly different, installments, it occasionally feels somewhat disjointed. Even so, Requiem stands as yet another strong addition to Capcom’s seemingly never-ending streak of quality releases.

Full Control revisits the “Space Hulk” franchise by improving the game in every possible field. Deep tactical turn based battle approach, interesting unit customisation, true to the tabletop source material design and a claustrophobic atmosphere deliver an excellent game.

Off the Record is a game that offers an outrageous amount of content for newcomers to the franchise and even veterans of Dead Rising 2 will enjoy the «anxiety free» sandbox mode. On the other hand, many will complain that all this content could have been made available as a DLC for Dead Rising 2.

Just Dance 3 joins the family of Kinect dance games as an interesting offer. Due to it's very lenient tracking system, it manages to offer an enjoyable arcade experience for everyone.

It may not offer something truly new or innovative, but Omega Ruby is a decent Pokemon game that stays true to the original edition.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown demonstrates that the series remains highly relevant. The return to its 2D roots proved to be an excellent choice, showcasing a metroidvania design that stands among the best in the genre.

The transition of this beloved series to the PS4 gave us a fun and quite enjoyable game. Easy to pick up, but hard to master, suitable for almost every one and packed with content and modes, Everybody’s Golf is that pretty little game that you’ve probably been looking for, for when you need to relax.

It may look like a Monster Hunter clone, but Freedom Wars is much more than that. Whether you play alone, or you go online and hunt with friends, this dystopian action/ RPG will be the best thing that has happened to your PS Vita for a long time.

The Last Train Home delivers a unique RTS experience, even if not without some issues with its A.I. and UI. Thankfully, the well-made combination of strategy with survival aspects and the well-written story more than overcome these issues.

We expected more from the first step of this beloved franchise to the PS4. Nevertheless, LBP3 is a charming platformer, that offers the best level creator yet and millions of user generated stages to play.

Probably the best "mindless, arcade shooter" collection we've ever tried. Sam is definitely the "Duke" of the 00's.

Warlords of Draenor is a step back to the time when WoW was more hardcore-oriented. And we love this path that Blizzard has taken.

A game making software for the Nintendo Switch. It offers an easy to learn programming language, Nintendo style tutorials and lots of capabilities to make simple, but also complex games in any genre.

Still the high point of the "Tales Of" series, Tales of Xillia returns with improved resolution, smoother performance, and smart quality-of-life enhancements, making this remaster the definitive way to experience a classic JRPG.

A somewhat simple story and action gameplay are wrapped around an incredibly beautiful wrapper and are brought to life through an inspiringly gorgeous painting game, where your art literally becomes alive and brings light and color to the in-game world.

A rather typical, albeit interesting and quite "warm" adventure game that will offer you about 10 hours of charming, old fashioned point and click gameplay.

A game that is a definite improvement over its predecessor, welcomes the addition of a Story Mode after a 13-year hiatus and offers an addictive and hardcore gameplay that is hard to miss. Despite its problems, Mario Tennis Aces should be tried by tennis and Mario lovers alike.

Who knew power washing could be such a relaxing and genuinely fun experience? PowerWash Simulator 2 once again proves it can make the most mundane task oddly satisfying, inviting players to spend hours cleaning everything in sight, and loving every minute of it.

For those who seek a well crafted, hardcore dungeon crawler, Labyrinth of Refrain: Coven of Dusk is a decent choice since it offers all the familiar and best features (rich content, high challenge etc.) of the genre.

Sandberg should be proud for delivering such a complete metroidvania game on his own. It may be a bit rough around the edges, but this doesn’t stop it from having competent platforming mechanics but, more importantly, an engrossing story with characters oozing with personality, something of a rarity for the genre.

The remastered version of Epic MIckey: Rebrushed offers a welcome return to a well-crafted and charming platformer, updated with a much improved camera. While the forgettable boss fights and 2D levels remain, they ultimately don't detract from the overall fun experience.

Curse of the Dead Gods shines on top of the myriads of roguelikes (the recent indie fad) thanks to its focus on its combat system and the vast number of weapons and synergies between them. It may not bring an evolution to the genre as Hades did, but nevertheless its developer has a great understanding of the intricacies of roguelikes.

Fatal Frame II returns with significant updates, enhancing its already excellent horror atmosphere through modernised visuals and effects. The addition of a stalker mechanic may be somewhat questionable, however, the new gameplay and story content are more than welcome for those who played the original. A 60fps mode on consoles would have been appreciated, though the 30fps performance isn’t a major hindrance to enjoying its well-crafted horror experience.

Even though it doesn't take any chances and walks a safe path, the fusion of these two franchises by Capcom is successful.

As an origin story, the game dares to walk an unexplored action-adventure path, a first for the series, offering an overall gameplay experience that is different, but equally mesmerizing. Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is a fairy tale through and through, with some of the most stunning visuals ever encountered in the genre. The lack of a co-op implementation deprives the game of a potentially excellent status, but somehow it manages to offer a magical experience, leaving us dreaming of what could come next.

Yet again TT Games offers a superb title, packed with much content and simply an extremely enjoyable Lego game.

Sudden Strike 4 is a thrilling Real Time Tactics game, which gives a realistic insight in some WW 2 decisive battles. There is a unique balance among the various units of the Ally, Soviet and Nazi army, which allows for many and different tactical approaches, but is held back by terrible pathfinding, airy skirmish and multiplayer and static, unresponsive AI, to be deemed as classic in the genre.

An atmospheric puzzle game with very interesting graphics and well designed, fairly unique puzzles. The Ultimate Edition comes with two extra levels and a 61-page comic that sheds light into the game's story.

Despite some shortcomings in its menu design and the investigation mechanics, this new Famicom Detective Club chapter will more than satisfy fans of the series and of the visual novel genre alike, thanks to its mature writing and quality audio design.

Konami made the decision to do some radical changes in the gameplay of PES 2013 and succeeded in creating the most enjoyable PES of the past few years.

Guardian Heroes is an excellent remake of a beloved beat 'em up from the SEGA Saturn era that fans of the genre should not miss.

Forsaken is a buffed, Taken King-like, expansion and its exactly what the game desperately needed. It adds a lot of content (especially for the hardcore part of its community) with an enormous new Raid and well hidden secrets that are enough to keep the players busy until the next DLC drops in a few months.

Fire Emblem Warriors offers a great mix of the “warriors” gameplay and the interesting characters and beautiful art direction from the universe of the Fire Emblem series.

It's Cityville with the Simpsons, simple as that. Fans of the TV series should definitely try this out.

Afterdream may be quite short adventure game but a quality one nonetheless. It's definitely a work of passion delivering a well written story, nice aesthetics and satisfying puzzles.