At first sight just another well-executed GTA game, which is by itself a great excuse for our ultimate rating. When you look at it for a second time, you'll get the incredibly immersive and entertaining world that will not let you free. There are flaws indeed. But you know what? When you love it nothing else matters.

The largest Zelda? No dispute. The finest launch title for a new console? So, it is. And isn´t it also the best Zelda? Yippee. And something more. Breath of the Wild is so far the best Zelda, which will be unforgettably written in the history of open-world games.

Unprecedented. A big, flawless game with a great story. One of the best titles, and not only for this generation of consoles.

An incredibly playful platform game full of amazing ideas, which almost don´t repeat. If you are a fan of platformers, you should try Mario – you will not find such original gameplay and the transformations of one genre anywhere else.

GTA V's PC version is the true mother of all versions of the epic crime adventure. Great optimization and controls adjusted for PC gameplay show that quality conversions still have not died.

Classic RPG done to perfection. Greatly written, full of living characters, incredibly free, supported by excellent mechanics taken from Dungeons & Dragons. Sometimes it throws too much at you, other times it doesn't quite keep up, but even so it's a groundbreaking, unforgettable success and a definite candidate for game of the year.

The years of waiting were worth it, Elden Ring is brilliant. It offers a huge amount of content, a beautiful world and addictive gameplay. But the series does start to feel a little bit stale.

It’s bigger, richer, more story-driven, it’s simply better than Breath of the Wild. It would be a 10/10 game if it wasn’t for the technical issues caused by the aging Nintendo Switch. You simply must play the new Zelda anyway, though.

Is it possible for a title of a dying platform to become a game of the year? The Last of Us is a hot candidate not because it has amazing graphics, but because it has a solid storyline for the generic post-apocalyptic genre. The game proves in a remarkable way that even a great thing may be even greater, and that a whole thing may be even more than just a sum of the individual components.

Hades II is a worthy successor to a modern legend – bigger, darker, and more complex than its predecessor. It may not reach the absolute flawlessness of the first game, but still stands as one of the most remarkable roguelites in recent years, once again cementing Supergiant Games’ place atop the gaming Olympus.

This is not more of the same, this is not an optional add-on to the original game. This, my friends, is the perfect experience, down to the last letter, down to the last minute. Persona 5 Royal is a Japanese crown jewel.

A dramatic and emotional story of a post-apocalyptic world is mixed with a brutal straightforward shooter, where a number of corpses goes into hundreds. Now with the prettier graphics and more content than ever before. It is a technologically successful remaster for PlayStation 4 owners who do not want to buy the older console just to get one game.

An excellent 3D platformer for all ages, especially those with some PlayStation experience. The levels overflow with playful details, and its precise controls take full advantage of the DualSense controller. While it occasionally repeats certain elements a bit too much, the rich content packed with references to gaming classics makes it arguably the best 3D platformer on the PS5.

In its worst moments Skyrim stumbles over its confused artificial intelligence, shutting itself down and its half-done inventory system. In its best ones Skyrim is the king of the new age of the genre.

A tribute to the Fumito Ueda will delight the veterans of the original game same as introduce this classic to the newcomers, who are not tuned on a nostalgic note. An ideal opportunity to improve your video game education and a wonderful experience in the same time. Some clumsy controls and occasionally stubborn camera can’t ruin the great experience.

An excellent expansion for an outstanding game. It offers a massive amount of new content, a brilliantly designed game world full of secrets to uncover, and a conclusion to the story that this legend truly deserved.

The best Batman video game? Certainly. The best comics video game? Very likely. The best video game of the year 2011? Who knows… The sure thing is that Arkham City is a paradise for all of you in love with dark worlds thick with interesting characters, events and great gameplay. Bravo!

Metroid Prime Remastered is evidence that true legends can withstand the test of time. This is fantastic fun, it looks great and just simply exhibits no issues whatsoever. Let us have a sequel!

Outstanding game, which requires all your skills and patience. As a reward you can get amazing adventure with beautiful graphics and new features, that makes this classic more accessible even for today's fussy gamers.

One of the best JRPGs in recent years. A compelling story, a well-crafted world, and a finely tuned combat system create an addictive experience that will keep you thinking both during and outside of battles.

For a while it's a frantic shooter game, then it's a touching confession, afterwards it is a parable about the ideological turmoil in America. The others would break it into pieces, but quantum physics and its creators that are hell-bent on going far than other big productions hold it firmly together.

Kratos and Atreus are back to bring an epic Ragnarök to your PlayStation - and it’s going to take significantly longer than last time. The action is great, the puzzles inventive and the story gripping. The only thing that’s possibly missing is a bit more innovation here and there.

The Last of Us: Part 2 has no competition among current single-player survivals in terms of playability, atmosphere, graphics, sound or storytelling skills. Naughty Dog has once again confirmed that it belongs at the absolute top of the game.

A truly triple-A game for VR that could very well exist on its own, without the immersion provided by virtual reality. This is a must-have title for everybody who owns a VR headset and a strong reason to buy one for everybody else.

From a great story to a difficult fighting, from a world of fantasy to an excellent multiplayer, Divinity: Original Sin II is a unique game offering an unforgettable experience. Despite some mistakes, another giant of an RPG genre was born.

Traditional Mario, who perfects all the possible aspects of the plumbing trade. Indeed, this is not a revolution, but you will be frequently surprised, and you will never be bored in his company.

This is simply a phenomenal game, a brilliant ballet of flawless design and gripping gameplay. The PC port has its flaws even though it’s by no means a catastrophe. Let’s hope repairs are on the way.

An excellent sequel of the series that will allow you to spend a year in the skin of a high school student and during that time shape the future of the world. It offers nearly a 100 hour experience that blends JRPG with adventure, logical puzzles, and dating simulation. It entertains all the time, even though sometimes it can frustrate with its cruelty. It’s a must have for the fans of the previous games, and an ideal startup title for the newcomers.

This monumentally huge game, full of unprecedented detail and atmosphere of the Wild West, simply has no equal. Its PC port isn’t perfect by any means, especially regarding the mouse and keyboard controls and the clunky interface.

Hideo Kojima says goodbye to almost thirty years of work on his series in the best possible way. Phantom Pain surprises and tightens, impresses and even torments, but primarily entertains beyond all expectations. It is everything that the stealth game in an open world can be and demands the maximum effort and participation from the players.

Skyward Sword is an old and repeatedly-repaired blade. At the sun it dazzles the eyes, but not so much to hide its flaws from the past. A new blade must be forged at last to let the blade fully radiate.

Dynamic combat, great loot and a brilliant story come together to turn Hades into an extremely addictive game which you’ll love to play for dozens of hours and which will probably never bore you.

A very conservative, but also very successful remake of a genre classic that every horror game lover should experience. If you once missed this milestone, you don't have to look back, the new version perfectly represents it and in a modern guise awakens the same feelings as the original once did.

Uncharted 4 is like a book that you literally swallow page by page, but at the same time you are sad to see the diminishing count of unread pages. You don´t want it to end, you know what is coming but nothing can be done. Nathan Drake's adventure ends, but it's probably the best final chapter you could wish for.

This truly is the ultimate fighting game, megalomaniac in scope. A huge story campaign together with cooperative and competitive multiplayer combine to form an unbelievable experience that will delight even those unfamiliar with the fighting game genre.

Mass Effect 3 offers the best of the series: a very well-narrated and mature story, elaborated major and minor missions, entertaining combat. It seals off the trilogy that has no equal among video games.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a breathtaking debut that masterfully weaves a multi-layered narrative, striking visual style, exceptional soundtrack, and one of the most enjoyable combat systems in recent years. It dares to explore weighty themes without unnecessary handholding, and thanks to perfectly written characters and constantly evolving gameplay, it holds your attention from start to finish. A phenomenal piece that proves artistic ambition doesn't have to come at the cost of great gameplay.

The visuals are breathtaking, the story is fascinating and the gameplay is never-ending. Uncharted 3 is like a fast-paced locomotive that cannot be stopped. The expectations were high, but Naughty Dog met them and even added an action-oriented frantic multiplayer. This third title clearly honours its parents, but as a child it does tricks with its pulsing vigour.

Fortunately, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth doesn't suffer too much from the curse of the middle trilogy installment. It expands the original storyline just enough and manages to offer an open world full of activities, places to explore, and rewards for completing them, just right. It looks beautiful, sounds excellent, and plays great. For RPG lovers, it's one of this year's delightful must-plays.

Playing Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a pure joy. This triumphant return to the franchise's 2D platforming origins showcases Mario and his companions in their best form. Wonder artfully blends nostalgic elements from earlier titles with tasteful innovations, resulting in a harmonious fusion that's virtually foolproof and won't get old easily.

Mijazaki’s return to the Souls series is fabulously scary and challenging as usual. Horror atmosphere will haunt you pleasantly and new action concept will nail you to the screen. It’s a truly unique experience given to the PS4 owners by From Software.

Forza Horizon 5 is a content-packed racing game with a refined driving model — the kind of experience that has been sorely lacking on PlayStation 5 in the long run. Its long-awaited arrival is therefore more than welcome. That said, be prepared: the sheer volume of content can feel overwhelming at first, the strong focus on multiplayer might not be to everyone’s taste, and the way the game throws cars at you feels like a slot machine in overdrive. But that’s also something you can take advantage of — enjoying a fleet of spectacular machines without grinding for in-game credits for dozens of hours. Immediate and ultimately high-quality fun is guaranteed.

The new Forza Horizon is here, but the word "new" must be handled with care. For the most part, the fifth part is the same as the fourth. The content has just swelled in all aspects, the career has deepened its storytelling and fans of multiplayer and shared experiences have even more options to get rid of it. This is the fullest part ever with the potential to entertain you for years to come, and since the four are among the best racing games of all time, its slight evolution can't be any different.

Blue Prince is a unique blend of genres and inspirations, offering exceptional puzzle gameplay and dozens of hours of investigation and deduction. The game does not provide answers directly, you need to uncover them yourself through observation, logic, and ideally a stack of handwritten notes. Without those, you may get lost unless you have an excellent memory. For patient players, this is one of the best puzzle adventures in decades. Minor flaws are easily outweighed by the satisfaction of discovery. If you dislike getting lost, find note-taking absurd, and expect instant clarity, this is definitely not the game for you.

This is how all big brands should come back. Street Fighter 6 has content to spare, is accessible to newcomers without betraying veterans, and most of all, plays damn well.

This is what a remake should look like. The audio-visuals are stunning, the respect to the original game is palpable. When it comes to remasters of your favourite games, you should only ever wish for Bluepoint Games to make them.

One of the best games of the year and in many ways a work of art proves the rule "never judge a book by its cover." Undertale is not for everyone and it works better without any spoilers, but it is a title – without an exaggeration – like no other.

A great turn-based strategy game surpassing not only its blood-related predecessors but step-brothers and step-sisters of the Advance Wars series as well. Fire Emblem: Awakening is the new benchmark of the genre that is practically uncriticizable. At the moment on Nintendo 3DS there is not a better alternative.

Journey is the surprise of the year. It is also a must-have title for everyone thinking that virtual worlds are meant to be more than just a playground where they would while a couple of mindless hours away.

An epic japanese RPG that is great in everything it presents. In despite of its depth, the game is open to all players that have no experience with this type of gameplay.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe does not have the ambition to push the boundaries of the genre, nor to upgrade the old habits. In some cases, game cannot keep up and does just a little more than the original MC 8. However, it does it all marvelously, and if you have a couple of friends, you will enjoy a lot of fun.

Grand farewell to Geralt of Rivia, a shiny example of an expansion and great completion of one of the best RPGs of recent years. Just as children are obliged to go to school, The Witcher 3 players have a duty to go to Toussaint.

Against the Storm is one of the biggest surprises of the year. Not only did the developers successfully merge the genres of city-building strategy, roguelite, and survival into a cohesive whole, but they also created an incredibly addictive strategy game that is just complex and challenging enough, highly variable, and deep. Even after dozens of hours, it remains fresh, engaging, and impossible to put down.

An incredibly addictive platformer with adorable graphics and a fantastic musical score. Its gameplay captivates newcomers and challenges experienced players alike, and if you aim to collect everything, you're in for a decent challenge.

A candidate for the game of the year. This game is the most important title for all of you, Thief fans. A vengeance story becomes the gamer's freedom with countless choices how to deal with countless missions. I assure you that even after the credits roll you are going to return to Dunwall again and again.

Thanks to Microsoft Flight Simulator, everybody can now get a taste of the excitement that comes with being a pilot. The game is so remarkably good at this that you don’t even need to use your imagination. Your dreams will come true on the screen.

Blizzard has created an excellent team shooter that smashes the bad habits of the other multiplayer games;game which keeps you at involved thanks to a pure gameplay and fun.

The CD Projekt Red surpassed all expectations and they really managed to combine a megalomaniac open world with a strong story. Witcher 3 is a masterpiece, which you will talk to your grandchildren about.

Fantastic gameplay, plenty of game modes, and a substantial roster of playable characters are the main strengths of Tekken 8. The evolution is more on the cautious side, and the story mode could use some refinement. However, in the competition with last year's giants, Bandai Namco has nothing to be ashamed of.

The game feels like a Swiss knife among the arcade and racing games. Maybe it´s not very original, but still you will be pleased what it can offer in a compact, coherent and cohesive package. Forza Horizon 3 will hardly seek an adequate opponent among the competitors.

A tribute to the Fumito Ueda will delight the veterans of the original game same as introduce this classic to the newcomers, who are not tuned on a nostalgic note. An ideal opportunity to improve your video game education and a wonderful experience in the same time. Some clumsy controls and occasionally stubborn camera can’t ruin the great experience.

Even after less than a year the excellent XCOM: Enemy Unknown game still has its charms. An accessible, while at the same time a tough turn-based action/strategy game works great on mobile platforms. You just have to get over the loss of its multiplayer game. The touch controls suit the game's style, they are not a nuisance. However, fairly big technical problems, which I wouldn't expect from this kind of applications, hit the game down.

An extraordinarily tight race of the gaming titans continues. In the next round, Forza is passing Gran Turismo by an inch through the finish line because it has more clinging concept, sturdy multiplayer menu and an incredibly great number of car activities on/off the track. You won't find more addicting and everlasting racing game these days.

This is a much more accessible successor to the legendary medieval strategy, and still as deep as its forefather. There is certainly space for future expansions, but Crusader Kings 3, as it is now, is already capable of writing the most stunning stories imaginable under cruel feudalism.

Split Fiction is the current pinnacle of couch co-op—and will likely remain so until Hazelight releases their next game. It's innovative, action-packed, challenging, and visually stunning. All these strengths more than make up for a somewhat unremarkable story and occasional overly frantic pacing.

Sophisticated and detailed deconstruction of mobile turn-based events and rogue-like games. It will catch all players who are not scared by its odd visuals.

One hell of a bloody nostalgia path, that surprisingly greatly seals this whole series. At the same time it seals one crucial brand of the modern video game generation, and from a perspective of those previous parts it is a really cocksure sealing, without a doubt. The game's got a great tempo with great ideas and a great vibe. GoW 3 will reward all of you living in the series for a couple of years, knowing almost everything from Sera's history, as well as it will reward those of you knowing practically nothing about the previous games. Delta, it was a great honour.

Hollow Knight: Silksong proves that patience pays off. Although not revolutionary, it managed to distill the very best of the metroidvania genre into an experience that will take your breath away. A beautiful world, cleverly designed challenges, and uncompromising difficulty make for an adventure you won’t soon forget. The wait was worth it.

A refreshingly original, visually striking adventure with a wonderful world full of detail. Beware, however, the extreme amount of written dialogue, reading of which will be your full-time occupation.

A Link Between Worlds has everything you expect from your beloved series, and in addition to it there is an open world with original ideas. The new Zelda game is tailored to the handheld, its gameplay is wonderful, it looks great, and it offers plenty of hours of remarkable entertainment that will kindly torture your brains. One of the best Nintendo 3DS titles indeed.

This remake not only honours the original, it makes it better. The result? Great fun and true survival horror experience.

Donkey Kong Bananza occasionally slips on its own banana peel, but thankfully has enough charm to recover with a smile. This inventive platformer leans into playfulness, destruction, and enjoyable co-op, supported by great physics, vibrant visuals, and a big heart, outshining most of its technical and design stumbles.

Finding flaws in Satisfactory is harder than figuring out the correct ratio for material transmutation in its latest tech tier. It's simply addictive, fun, polished, and visually stunning.

A captivatingly poetic and wildly unrestrained journey that this time also delivers more refined gameplay. The PC version is an excellent port with nothing to worry about.

In some ways, Dark Souls II is an altered formula of the original game. Not all of its retouches will be to your liking at first, but you will find out eventually there is a reason they are there, and it's all clear consecutively. Dark Souls II is a die-hard fun title holding up for tens of hours. It will let your hands vibrated by adrenaline. It will torment you, but still being righteous. It's just an extremely difficult game.

This is a very solid JRPG with a fun story and a decidedly unfun protagonist. But his companions are great! You’ll be further pleased by this game’s tough boss fights, further annoyed by its repetitive music.

A unique and damn addictive card-based roguelite that borrows basic rules from poker, only to effortlessly turn them on their head using jokers, tarot cards, and celestial bodies. Countless possibilities, synergies, and combinations ensure hours of fun that you won't want to tear yourself away from.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons will easily become your lovely new daily routine. Every day you’ll be coming back and discovering something new, you won’t be feeling alone even in sinlgeplayer and you’ll become a part of a community that will transform a tropical island into a paradise on Earth (just forget about the couch coop, though).

A superbly written interactive novel that turns the classic damsel in distress narrative on its head. Slay the Princess raises more questions than answers but keeps you hooked until the very end.

A brilliant game built upon the foundation of an already great first instalment. The gameplay is superb, the visual is very cute, and Rogue Legacy 2 even manages to be funny! What’s more, you can play it even if you’re not a hardcore gamer thanks to its accessibility options.

Its brilliant gaming concept will keep you entertained for a long time. Its creativity, its user-friendly environment and humor of the title will captivate all true gamers. If you've been disappointed with couple of AAA titles of this year and if you've been looking for a change, maybe Trials Evolution is the thing you need.

New FIFA made a huge jump in making progress in its own gameplay – we aren't talking about petty changes and gaming-modes propaganda of the previous titles of the series any more. After years of solid gameplay that has been under a deep lethargy nonetheless, here comes a season of dynamic fights for every bit of a football pitch that's going to entertain you, make you excited or nervous – just like your everyday football.

This is a jewel. An unbelievably clever, thought-out, detailed, balanced, fun, brilliantly designed masterpiece that really doesn’t have any drawbacks at all. If you like to build and optimize, you simply have to play Factorio.

Spelunky is a great fun, but when it goes down, the fun is gone and your eye goes neurotic. Still, it ranks among the best recent platformers.

Spider-Man 2, unlike its protagonists, remains grounded in terms of innovations and doesn't swing the series forward. It stands on a very solid foundation, subtly tweaking it, usually in the right direction, and tells a story that, while lacking in surprise, remains quite enjoyable. It's once again a great action adventure, but next time, the series would really benefit from a more significant shift.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is an excellent JRPG that does justice to the legendary original. While this breathtaking journey occasionally loses momentum, it quickly pulls you back in with unforgettable moments. A linear story is complemented by a fantastic open world filled with engaging activities that breathe life into both your party and the world itself. As a bonus, it’s a well-optimized port with no technical issues, offering plenty of settings and ways to tailor the experience to your liking.

The definitive version of one of the best PlayStation exclusives. A content-rich package with long-lasting appeal that should not be missing from any fan's collection.

Dave the Diver is a surprisingly excellent game. Its beautiful pixel art is joined by plenty of activities, not very deep, but fun all the same. The weird underwater world is charming and invites discovery. The characters are interesting, with memorable quests. The tempo is a bit unequal sometimes, but the game offers plenty of content nonetheless.

A brilliant rhythmic game with lovable characters, a warm humor and a great soundtrack which works in conjunction with the fighting. Every hit is underscored by a guitar note and there are always more challenges, enemies, and ways to deal with them.

If only all PC game ports were this polished. Ragnarök runs smoothly on PC, with no crashes, offering all the post-launch content from the original game and introducing a few small but welcome updates. Definitely a thumbs up.

A precisely well-made stealth platformer game throwing you into an open-ended world that forces you to think. With its approach, the game proves it's possible to implement many new and well-functioning elements into this classic genre.

If you love the series and princess Peach is still on your desktop, even after you have met your lovely girlfriend, you know what to do. But if you do not know the series at all, now it is time to fix that mistake and hop in the game. Super Mario 3D Land will make it possible for you as well as make it a really nice experience.

A no-nonsense port of one of the best console narratives finally arrives on PC. If the lush, overgrown post-apocalypse of the first game got under your skin, there's no reason to hesitate with The Last of Us: Part II Remastered. Aside from slightly longer loading times due to shader compilation in the No Return roguelite mode, the technical execution is nearly flawless.

Excellent add-on to the series is friendly to newcomers. Its world is alive and self-sufficient; therefore hunting is natural and catchy. The gorgeous graphics, along with the sophisticated monsters’ behavior make the great experience even better and you can forgive the absence of a more interesting story.

An exceptionally beautiful tale that is like a Norse windstorm to its homeland - fresh and harsh. This one will make you smile, touch your heart, but above all it will prove that games are not merely superficial.

A grand return of a horror legend that balances survival horror and action, not all ideas landing equally well. As a whole, however, it is a superbly crafted, audiovisually stunning, and highly entertaining blockbuster that confirms Capcom’s firm grasp on its flagship series. Despite minor issues, it stands as a fantastic horror ride that only narrowly misses the absolute peak of the franchise.

"The best MMORPG game of today" is a phrase no reviewer wants to overuse in view of the fact that they do not know how the game is in a year. At the moment, however, I must say this: Guild Wars 2 is the most attractive online title on the scene.

Just as the people in the colourful world of the Human Revolution want to be better people, the game itself was eager to propel high above the competition from all other games and succeeded quite masterfully. It's true that Human Revolution sticks too much to story templates of the original Deus Ex, but this minor objection becomes irrelevant when the third Deus Ex is in fact your first.