Simon the Sorcerer Origins is not a perfect adventure, but with mostly beautifully designed puzzles and typical Simon humor, it is a worthy successor that clearly breathes the spirit of Adventure Soft's originals.

If you played Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition in an actual arcade using the enormous cabinet with all its incredible bells and whistles you’d probably have a great time. The game plays really well and is fun at its core. The problem comes with the complete lack of content and unlockable extras. Six tracks that each take about two minutes is just not enough for a game with this asking price. The unlockable cars don’t help either because they are the same cars again just with three times as many manual boosts.

It's clear that Obsidian thoroughly considered community feedback during development. The result is a motivating sci-fi adventure that takes the core strengths of its predecessor and improves on it in almost every respect. The scope has practically doubled, the combat gameplay feels significantly more engaging, the mission options are even more varied, and the presentation is clearly superior to that of the first game. It's a shame, however, that the resources – despite support from publisher Xbox Game Studios – weren't sufficient for romantic relationships and German voice acting this time around. The developers also need to improve the stealth gameplay, which didn't feel as immersive as hoped in the test version.

Thanks to its simplified controls, Once Upon a Katamari is a skill game that even genre newcomers can enjoy. It's colorful, crazy, and truly Japanese-cheesy: an addictive combination that never gets boring thanks to the variety of settings.

The gameplay in Ninja Gaiden 4 is excellent. It looks stunning and is always fluid and it plays even better. It’d be easy to focus on all the shortcomings of the game: weak story, awkward and boring characters, sections that feel like a mobile game and other minor nitpicks. But the fact is that the gameplay, the part that really matters in the end, stands among the best in the genre.

If you want to be challenged or if four hours are not enough for you, Keeper might not be yours. But if you're searching for a dense and unique experience with creative gameplay, beautiful graphics, and a strong atmosphere you should absolutely play it.

While the technical leap is rather meager, developer Game Freak demonstrates great courage in terms of content with the switch to real-time combat, successfully enriching the gameplay. If this radical change for the series isn't a no-go for you, you should pick it up.

Dotemu, Guard Crush Games and Supermonks have delivered a delightful mix of 2.5D Beat’em Up and Roguelike. Especially the combat, the controls, the fantasy world itself as well as sound design and soundtrack are just superb. The Roguelike elements are lacking in places and some upgrades feel either too weak or entirely pointless. Nevertheless “Absolum” absolutely rocks, is pure joy in moment to moment gameplay and offers great sounds and visuals that shouldn’t be missed. While cooperative play obviously trumps solo runs, the game is still a blast even when played alone.

Battlefield 6 marks a true return to form for the series. Battlefield Studios successfully blends classic large-scale warfare with modern refinements, delivering intense battles, impressive visuals, and a satisfying sense of chaos. While the campaign is short and the weapon balance still needs fine-tuning, the foundation for a lasting comeback is solid. Not flawless, but definitely the "Battlefield"-experience fans have been waiting for.

Little Nightmares 3 delivers a hauntingly beautiful experience filled with emotion, atmosphere, and stunning design. While the puzzles and gameplay lack real challenge, its storytelling and mood make it an unforgettable journey — whether played solo or in co-op.

Hitman: World of Assassination is not a cheap game, but luckily, you do not have to buy the full game at once. Buy just a part of it and you will see how much creativity and clever design went into this game to make it into an experience that is fun to try over and over again.

No, Dunkadillo does not reinvent the side-scroller genre, but it offers fun, short levels that are a joy to bounce through, while finding small hidden secrets just adds to the experience.

King of Meat offers you dark fun in dungeons filled with deadly traps, where you risk your virtual life together with other challengers. However, the true strength of the action-platformer is revealed only in the extensive dungeon editor and the entertaining online co-op. A bitterly delightful pleasure.

Forgive Me Father 2 rocks hard! The lovecraftian setting combined with an alien arsenal of weapons and powers as well as non-stop Boomershooter action and a Metal soundtrack that just rips can be tremendously fun. On the other side there is the mostly mundane leveldesign, upgrades that are barely worth that description as well as a sometimes pretty unbalanced difficulty in combat. Nevertheless this is absolutely worth a look if you’re intrigued by the genre or the setting itself.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger may start off slowly, but it soon unfolds into a rewarding RPG with challenging Titan battles, deep progression systems, and a heartfelt story. Fans will appreciate the familiar themes and the well implemented vibe of the anime, while newcomers can enjoy a solid, content-rich adventure that captures the spirit of the Digimon universe.

Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 are rightfully considered among the best 3D platformers of all time. This remains true in the Switch remakes. While the visual enhancements could certainly have been improved considerably, the extremely creative, varied gameplay beats everything else. Anyone who enjoys the genre and isn't familiar with the originals should definitely pick this up.

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree blends anime flair with Roguelite mechanics inspired by Hades. While its combat, progression, and quirky cast shine, a slow start, uneven co-op, and overly chatty storytelling hold it back. Fans of Roguelites with patience for anime tropes will still find a rewarding adventure.

Ghost of Yōtei is just one of the best PS5 games so far and even better than its predecessor. The varied combat and stealth mechanics are fun. The open world feels much more open and organic than in Ghost of Tsushima. But, beside the fantastic soundtrack and gorgeous graphics, the best thing might be the intriguing plot that delivers much more depth and surprises than you would expect from a game that starts like a simple revenge story.

Atelier Reseleria combines the typical JRPG Atelier formula with small management elements in the form of a shop and other extras to help the protagonists rebuild their hometown. Thanks to numerous cameos from other Atelier protagonists, the game feels like a magical class reunion that doesn't overdo it but plays pleasantly.

Silent Hill f shows some good approaches and, in some parts, even presents itself as innovative for the series, without losing sight of the essence of Silent Hill. But the unintuitive, schematic and too sluggish combat system significantly dampens gameplay and immersion. The game, particularly due to its atmospheric strengths, is far from a complete failure. Unfortunately, "Silent Hill f" hasn't become the hoped-for, more or less consistently successful series comeback.

EA Sports FC 26 isn’t a revolution, but it’s a noticeable step forward. The split between “Authentic” and “Competitive” gameplay adds welcome variety, the AI feels smarter, and the presentation is more immersive. However, career mode still lacks depth, balancing issues remain, and Ultimate Team continues to lean heavily on microtransactions.

Dying Light – The Beast delivers a focused, action-packed experience that blends brutal combat, dynamic zombies, and fluid parkour. The new Beast Mode adds thrilling moments, while the smaller, lively world of Castor Woods keeps exploration tense and rewarding. Despite minor issues with climbing and inventory, it’s a must-play for fans and a gripping entry point for newcomers.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is SEGA’s ambitious new entry in the kart-racing genre, combining familiar mechanics with deep vehicle customization and a wide variety of race modes. While drifting requires more skill than in competitors and gadget management has some limitations, the game impresses with its content, creativity, and fast-paced action. Overall, it stands as a strong contender for the genre’s top spot, offering both fun and challenge for racing fans.

Rock and stone! But this time it’s from a different view. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor does a great job of capturing the look and feel of Deep Rock Galactic while mostly going a different way in terms of gameplay. The loop of killing thousands of bugs, gathering valuable resources and building your perfect space dwarf on each run and in between is incredibly satisfying. If you are completely new to the genre or even Deep Rock then everything might be a bit too complicated and messy at the beginning. The menus could be cleaner and offer a better overview. This is luckily not too bad because the gameplay feels great and makes Survivor one of those games that make you go for just one more run to unlock that upgrade. Again. And again. And again.

Henry Halfhead is a short but very relatable adventure about what we call our lives. It’s not very long, the gameplay is mostly very basic and you can never really fail. What sounds negative is mostly positive though. The story is short, sweet and offers enough room for everyone to take away from it whatever you want and feel. The simplistic gameplay offers room for play and curiosity. I was able to relate to a lot of what Henry goes through, even if that is sometimes a bit too on the nose and by the end of it he made me think about my own life as an adventure even more.

Borderlands 4 doesn’t reinvent the wheel but expands the chaotic loot-shooter formula with faster gameplay, creative weapons, and a larger, more varied world. While the story and enemy variety still leave room for improvement, the dynamic combat, hilarious tone, and strong co-op potential keep the experience fun and addictive. Fans of the series will feel right at home, and newcomers willing to embrace the madness will find plenty to enjoy.

Dead Reset is a labour of love. From top to bottom it shows that every person involved with this project put their everything into it. Be that actors pulling double or triple duties behind the scenes or just the sheer amount of amazing practical effects that are put on screen. As a game it’s obviously extremely barebones. You pick between option A and B over and over again, having sometimes more and sometimes less influence on where the story goes. But if you like campy and schlocky horror movies and like to make tough decisions then you just have to check out Dead Reset.

NHL 26 refines its gameplay with ICE-Q 2.0 and a stronger Be A Pro mode, creating smoother and more authentic hockey. Clearer X-Factors add balance, but Frostbite limitations, recycled ideas, and heavy microtransactions hold it back. A solid step forward, yet not the revolution the series still needs.