At its core, this is a fairly enjoyable metroidvania with solid level design and attractive environments — but it's brought to its knees by an unnecessarily overcomplicated gameplay system, bland combat, and technical shortcomings. The style of humor here also won’t be to everyone’s taste.

Days Gone Remastered is the perfect opportunity to revisit a title that was unfairly overlooked at launch. With improved optimization, smooth performance, and subtle tweaks, the game comes closer to fulfilling its original ambition — to deliver a powerful experience in an open, post-apocalyptic world. While it doesn't always hit the mark, it remains a very solid game. Even if you've already ridden through Oregon once, the remaster brings enough improvements to justify a second trip.

Doom: The Dark Ages delivers fantastic action and an excellent arsenal, but all attempts at story, a more open structure, and superficially modern filler feel more like a forced detour that actively prevents the game from becoming the pinnacle of the series.

An expansion that fully understands things work differently on the steppe than they do in settled societies. Crusader Kings 3 transforms almost beyond recognition when you're playing as chief of nomadic tribes. You can finally experience the rise of Genghis Khan in a way that's both historically authentic and a lot more fun. If every DLC were like this, the beloved feudal strategy game would be a much wilder ride.

Forever Skies takes you on a breathtaking journey above a ravaged Earth and down to its toxic surface. Its stunning visuals, paired with an excellent soundtrack, make for a captivating experience. Building your airborne base is both engaging and visually satisfying — and flying it is a real treat. Unfortunately, the story falls a bit flat, and the gameplay loop starts to feel repetitive too soon. The game could really benefit from more inventive mechanics and a greater variety of enemies. Still, it's an enjoyable title that just doesn’t quite live up to the full potential it clearly had.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is a beautiful time machine that will strike a chord with anyone who once spent hundreds of hours wandering the lands of Cyrodiil. With its refreshed visuals and a few smart tweaks, it reminds us why Oblivion was so special in the first place. But beneath the shiny surface still lurks a clunky, bug-ridden old-school RPG that might push newcomers away rather than draw them in. It’s a great nostalgic journey — just with too many stumbles to count as a triumphant return.

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.

A unique strategy that pleasantly breaks the conventional tower defense genre, where instead of pre-built structures, you create a wall against the fog with your own creativity. The surprisingly well-executed campaign keeps up the pace until the very end. It's a pity, however, that the same attention given to the wall-building mechanics wasn't extended to the construction of other buildings or the variety of units. Exploring the map is also fun, as you must build platforms, stairs, and bridges to reach harder-to-access areas.

Wanderstop captivates with its masterfully written dialogues, which, beneath their absurdity, reveal common struggles that everyone can relate to. The excellent storytelling is complemented by a relaxing soundtrack and stunning visuals. When indie scene stars come together, something truly special is born.

Pax Augusta is an ambitious solo project that lets you build historically accurate cities, offering a creative and educational experience. It has great ideas and can be quite relaxing. Unfortunately, it struggles with some basic user-friendliness issues and is currently plagued by too many technical flaws to be fully playable, where you might easily find yourself stuck in an endless loading loop or encountering other bugs that ruin your progress.

A throwback to the kind of real-time strategy games rarely made anymore, Tempest Rising nails the basics with explosive flair. While the story feels a bit formulaic and the limited choice of just two factions can grow repetitive, the core gameplay hits as hard as a heavy tank shell. Add in a striking visual style and a killer soundtrack, and you’ve got a must-play for any strategy fan who’s been craving the glory days of classic RTS.

Solid, honest, and fun – but ultimately too straightforward for its own good, Commandos: Origins neither disgraces the series nor breathes new life into it. It sticks rigidly to the genre’s old-school roots without really trying to modernize or innovate. That nostalgic conservatism isn’t exactly a flaw, but it does mean the game fails to leave a lasting impression. You’ll have a good time sneaking through WWII battlefields, but chances are, you’ll forget the mission as soon as it’s over.

A well-crafted soulslike that doesn’t reinvent the genre, but excels where it counts. The combat is sharp, visceral, and deeply satisfying, offering a solid challenge without feeling unfair. Boss fights are a definite highlight, with memorable design and mechanics. Unfortunately, the overall experience is held back by a weak story, uninspired level design, and rather monotonous environments. Still, for fans of the genre, it’s a gritty and rewarding adventure that hits most of the right notes.

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.

A playful, clever, and incredibly compelling wizard school management sim, Mind Over Magic lets you lovingly watch over your students as they go about their daily activities while the game’s mechanics unfold. The only slight blemish is the somewhat repetitive combat. The real danger? It’s highly addictive—you might find yourself glued to the screen for hours on end.

Microtopia lets you observe a tiny colony of robotic ants through a microscope and turn them into a self-sustaining society—whether built on chaos or geometric precision. The real challenge lies in logistics, as you must design an efficient system that integrates the ever-dying workers into an endless cycle of evolution and labor. This twist on the automation genre succeeds because the smaller scale brings a much greater sense of responsibility for your hundreds of ants.

A well-designed, realistic, and enjoyable golf simulation, unfortunately held back by a dull career mode, a strange RPG system, and aggressive microtransactions.

A well-crafted and lovingly remastered JRPG originally released in 2015. It emphasizes a vast world and exploration, though this comes at the expense of its story, which takes a backseat. You can easily sink dozens of hours into it, but occasional glimpses of its dated design still surface.

A non-linear story that lets you carve your own path is fantastic, and the striking 1950s Britain aesthetic makes Atomfall a uniquely imaginative take on post-apocalypse. This holds true despite its weak action mechanics and unnecessary survival elements. It’s not a must-play right away, but it would be a shame to skip it entirely.

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.

South of Midnight proves that even simple pieces of fabric can be woven into something beautiful. What may seem like a straightforward game with unremarkable gameplay unfolds into a unique experience, offering a little something for everyone—whether it’s satisfying parkour, engaging combat, or simply exploring a breathtaking, magical world.

Assassin's Creed Shadows isn't a sudden revolution for the brand. With minor tweaks, we get great stealth, fun combat, and likable protagonists. The concept of the game doesn't change much from its predecessors. But if you want to see the most beautiful depiction of Japan in any medium, look no further.

The top-tier turn-based strategy Songs of Conquest struggles with technical issues on mobile. Its charm and immense fun remain intact, as do the well-thought-out adaptations for touch controls. However, the experience sours when accidental misclicks on the tiny battlefield can be game-changing, and battle load times stretch into tens of seconds.

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.

Eternal Strands is undeniably fun, but it struggles to offer anything truly exceptional. Across five acts, you'll climb massive monsters, wield epic magic, and craft stylish gear. However, the story and characters feel like empty filler, and combat against smaller foes serves mostly as a playground for your magical abilities.

Two Point Museum is an addictive blend of creative building, curating, management challenges, and sharp British humor. It stumbles occasionally in pacing, but once you dive in, you’ll lose track of time—and maybe even reality.

A wild ride where you take on imaginative, towering beasts. Monster Hunter Wilds once again polishes its gameplay ever closer to perfection. While the story may feel like an afterthought, the epic battles against fierce monsters are absolutely breathtaking and unmatched.

A highly entertaining yet utterly bonkers adventure set in the familiar but refreshed Hawaiian backdrop. Once again, the Ryu Ga Gotoku team nailed it—just be ready for plenty of exaggeration, absurdity, and humor that feels over-the-top even by this series’ standards.