The Adventures of Elliot: The Millenium Tales becomes one of the most charming titles of the year, evoking the greats of the 16-bit adventure genre. Despite the clear inspirations and somewhat predictable narrative elements, the game comes with some ideas of its own that make it stand out in its own right. Its great dungeon design, variety of weapons, and the Magicite system make it an enjoyable experience for fans of Legend of Zelda-style adventures.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth follows in the footsteps of the first remake for Nintendo's hybrid console with a proper port, albeit with certain minor but expected flaws. It maintains specifications of 1080p in handheld mode and 2K in docked mode, all at a locked 30fps with an unbeatable result. The game struggles a bit to maintain textures due to the expanding world, but ultimately, it is a version that brings out the best of the Switch 2.

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a charming and rewarding experience that features truly interesting ideas. It invites us to discover an endless array of mechanics hidden within each creature in the book and the synergy between them. Sure, it is not a challenging game like we are used to, but it makes up for it with a display of creativity rarely seen in recent times.

007 First Light is the game we have been waiting for from the world's most famous agent since the infamous 007 Legends. It is a title that blends the open-level design of Hitman, the frantic gameplay of Uncharted, and the 'World of Espionage' of James Bond. IOI delivers a production worthy of the character with a high level of detail and memorable nods. Although it could have been better graphically, at least it remains stable.

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight takes up the mantle of the Arkham franchise, combining its simple gameplay and adding the already famous mechanics from Rocksteady's titles. It is a game with a strong story component that covers the key moments of the character throughout his history. It is still a LEGO game (too easy) but even so, it is entertaining.

Tales of Arise continues to shine, now on Switch 2, for its dynamic combat, its great art direction, and an entertaining story that manages to hook you from beginning to end. Being able to enjoy one of the best entries in the Tales of series in a portable format is simply great. Although it has questionable technical decisions like those 30fps, it is still a title worth considering.

Forza Horizon 6 is fun and well-optimized. It is the perfect escape to explore and unwind from other games, but Playground Games played it safe, as it lacked that major graphical leap we saw from Forza Horizon 4 to 5 to fully take advantage of current platforms. It is very entertaining with plenty of content, but it leaves the feeling that it could have delivered a much more impactful experience in Japan with all those new activities and stunning scenery.

Saros is definitely a solid, challenging, and very well-executed game within the Roguelike/Bullet Hell genre. Although it features simplified mechanics reminiscent of Returnal, it distinguishes itself enough to keep fans of the genre interested. Visually, it is one of the most beautiful games in the recent history of this generation, featuring an interesting plot and frantic gameplay. Even though it no longer has the element of surprise, it is a highly recommended game.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream returns as one of the quirkiest life simulators in the genre. Unlike other titles, it bases its premise on random interactions between Miis, from which anything can happen. Although it lacks a bit more depth, it is a game with a lot of charm, but also very niche.

As additional content, SEGA Villains Stage is a good way to return to the action title, although it is brief. It is geared more towards hardcore players due to its high difficulty and rather tough bosses with memorable battles. If you know what to expect from the DLC, I can recommend it.

Starfield arrives on PS5 systems as a solid port, though it is a bit of a mixed bag. New content in the form of an expansion and fan-demanded gameplay improvements were implemented in this version, but on a technical level, it still suffers from the usual issues. Aside from the above, it is a game with the pure Bethesda hallmark.

Pragmata is a third-person action game with a unique twist on shooting and hacking that gives its gameplay a strong strategic component. Although its story isn't all that surprising, we will at least love how the protagonist bonds with Diana and how both grow as characters. It doesn't revolutionize the genre, but its mix of concepts is interesting enough to give it a try.

WWE 2K26 for Nintendo Switch 2 remains an impressive technical showcase for a handheld console. This version brings over all the content available on more powerful consoles with favorable results. Although it has some areas for improvement, it is a highly recommended game.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is the definitive version of the original game that adds new content; although somewhat sparse, it is at least fun. It is more focused on its multiplayer aspect (though somewhat restrictive), and its graphical side did not require many tweaks, but it is content worth considering if we are fans of platformers.

Darwin’s Paradox! is an attempt to bring stealth and suspense to a 2.5D platformer with puzzle-solving and touches of humor, which has turned out mostly well. Its core premise of controlling the octopus and its innate abilities is one of the main hooks of the game. Although it doesn't offer anything that hasn't been seen before, it is a title that deserves a chance.

Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection continues the compilations of classic games featuring Capcom's blue hero. It brings with it the typical modern additions such as graphical improvements, updated settings, new modes, and a gallery with its own music player. That said, it inherits some limitations from the original titles, but overall, it is an enjoyable product.

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Crimson Desert is an uneven mix of various systems and genres, which, despite being overwhelming, is somehow entertaining. Although its world is equally chaotic, it turns out to be charming and full of possibilities. However, base systems like the PS5 suffer from poor lighting and erratic textures that tarnish the experience. Those who can forgive the aforementioned will have a good enough experience.

Marathon is an addictive extraction shooter with the unmistakable hallmark of Bungie. Its hostile map Tau Ceti IV offers great tension and survival, standing out for its colorful aesthetic and an accessible learning curve. Although the on-screen interface is overwhelming and gives the feeling that it could have launched more polished, its solid endgame content makes up for the experience.

Screamer is a return to one of the legendary arcade racing franchises that stands out for its focus on story, art style, and high-octane gameplay. While it offers innovative controls using both sticks, the lengthy cutscenes break the pacing even between Tournament Mode races. Furthermore, although it features several interesting game modes, they are quite sparse and offer few customization options. Even so, it is a game that arcade racing fans might enjoy thanks to its great controls.

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach on PC is a wonderful port and a very faithful sequel. It stands out for its major visual improvements, a cinematic photo mode, and the excellent stability provided by DLSS. Its mouse and keyboard gameplay is flawless, although its high technical requirements can be an obstacle for some players.

Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered is a somewhat sparse revision of the title that concludes the Kain and Raziel series. It comes with some improvements like the camera system and updated graphics, plus a few extras. Although it comes with issues inherited from the original version, it is clearly a product for nostalgic fans.

The PC version of WWE 2K26 shines with its excellent stability, superior graphics, and great immersion. Although its initial menu is overwhelming and the visual options are somewhat limited, the decision to play it safe and lock it at 60FPS guarantees flawless, well-optimized gameplay so that any system can run it without issues.

Pokémon Pokopia is a great blend of concepts as disparate as Pokémon, Minecraft, and Animal Crossing, which surprisingly work. It is an entertaining spin-off full of activities, always maintaining its 'Pocket Monsters' essence. Although it starts slow, once past that barrier, we are looking at one of the best games in the franchise so far.

Although Toxic Commando has addictive moments and offers around 20 hours of gameplay, it lacks the spark and immersion it promised, besides having graphics that feel a bit outdated. However, the developer's formula still works; its story and good cutscenes are the ideal hook to keep you playing for a while.

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is what you can expect from a remake that rescues a gem of traditional psychological horror. As a representative of the genre, it keeps the player in constant tension through both its unsettling soundtrack and the grim atmosphere of a rural Japanese village. Its dark plot and the ability to guide the protagonist's sister carry a deep emotional component. Although it is locked at 30fps, it graphically improves all its aspects with great results.

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are two classics that capture the traditional Pokémon essence, arriving on the Nintendo Switch with rather sparse enhancements. Fundamentally, they are the exact same games from 2004, featuring only the most minimal of modern tweaks. That aside, they remain two classics from the franchise's golden era, now available on the Switch.

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are two classics that capture the traditional Pokémon essence, arriving on the Nintendo Switch with rather sparse enhancements. Fundamentally, they are the exact same games from 2004, featuring only the most minimal of modern tweaks. That aside, they remain two classics from the franchise's golden era, now available on the Switch.