Prophecies of Ash lightens the game's narrative with a crisis that no one really needs to fear.

Pragmata is a heartwarming sci-fi shooter that dares to try something brand new and hits right on target.

An atmospheric yet simply designed 2D adventure that combines standard features with engaging sensory puzzles.

A nearly flawless gem of an action game that challenges you as much as it rewards you.

Thrilling real-time tactics game that stays true to the series' roots in a very satisfying way.

Replaced shines with intense 2.5D action and a compelling story, but struggles somewhat with platforming and controls.

Mouse is a motivating single-player shooter that breaks new ground in terms of visuals and sound.

Hidden behind nasty menus and a rocky start you'll find superb gunplay and fantastic world-building in true Bungie style.

An excellent PC port of an already excellent game.

Gigantic open-world game with spectacular battles that is held back by a lack of player guidance and accessibility.

Midnight offers more content than its predecessor and features many improved systems. However, it lacks that final touch of ambition and polish.

Life is Strange: Reunion is an emotional and captivating mystery adventure that, as the series finale, fails to live up to its full potential.

Toxic Commando doesn’t quite measure up to Left 4 Dead 2, but it still delivers an entertaining shooter experience featuring hordes of zombies and vehicles.

Going Medieval shines with its free-form building system. The simulation of life in your small colony, on the other hand, is only average.

Laysara takes you to a beautiful and unspoiled mountain setting with complex and skilfully crafted gameplay mechanics.

Timberborn isn’t the prettiest or most exciting city-building game, but it’s great fun to tinker with.

A brilliant narrative RPG that’s a must-play, and not just for fans of Disco Elysium.

A dream come true for Pokémon fans and creative builders who love getting lost in the little details.

Resident Evil 9 sets a new standard for modern survival horror and is currently one of the most visually stunning games available on PC.

With the addition of the Warlock and some long overdue modernisations, the DLC successfully refreshes this unrivalled classic for the second time.

The Star Trek drought is finally over: Across the Unknown is a great, if not perfect, strategy game.

Dark fantasy RPG with highly tactical and intense turn-based combat, but weaknesses in city building and character development.

A fantastic multiplayer experience, whose appeal unfortunately does not extend to the story mode.

One of the most unusual tactical role-playing games is also one of the best.

In its Royal Edition, this role-playing masterpiece is even more impressive compared to its initial release. The Middle Ages have never been more enjoyable.

Exciting DLC that makes Frostpunk 2 even more of a political simulation.

A charming city-building game to enjoy after work, when you want to relax but don't want to be completely idle.

Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined is a wonderfully nostalgic, yet old-fashioned journey back to the heyday of JRPGs.

Nioh 3 impresses with open levels that combine familiar ideas with a dynamic and unrestricted combat system.

The best soccer game in a long time is not EA FC or Football Manager. Inazuma Eleven is a monster of a game and the most fun virtual ball game of the year – penguins included.

Fans of Deadpool will find their VR dream here. However, the game hinges on whether or not you find the characteristic humor appealing.

A convincing reboot of the popular Thief series in virtual reality with exemplary immersion and clever microphone use.

A compelling strategy game that, despite its weak storyline, unfolds its full tension and depth, especially in free campaign mode.

An old-school action blockbuster that should make 16-bit fans very happy. Everyone else should know what they're getting into here.

Goodbye Settlers, welcome Pioneers: Finally, a game as bustling as Settlers 1 & 2, but cleverly expanded and modernized.

A short but brilliantly immersive horror experience that will haunt you long after you've finished playing.

Shadows impresses with its story and open world, but struggles with the technical limitations of the Switch 2.

Stylish and slow-paced sci-fi building simulation with different stages and increasing complexity, that still has a few flaws.

A strong story add-on with a beautiful new map, but few gameplay innovations.

Call of Duty is suddenly barely recognizable in the Black Ops 7 campaign, while multiplayer is a real blast thanks to the series' old strengths.

A genuine SpongeBob adventure through and through: silly, diverse, easy to play, and very family-friendly.

Another magnificent Anno game that sets new priorities and offers greater freedom, but does not quite reach the design heights of its predecessor yet.

Battlefield 6 is a great multiplayer shooter and a solid foundation for the future. Don't buy it for the campaign, though.

Funny, quirky, creative, and brilliantly staged—a true Simon adventure through and through.

An exciting and pleasantly designed tactical game that of all things disappoints with its DNA modifications.

Deep gameplay meets an exciting storyline. The result is a must-have for the Switch 2.

Arc Raiders is a technically stunning, atmospherically dense, and easily accessible extraction shooter that impresses with its excellent AI.

Fallout's jolly little brother has grown up. The Outer Worlds 2 impresses with a unique sense of humor and great freedom for players, but falters in the final act.

Farthest Frontier impresses with its well-designed survival gameplay and detailed graphics, but it also requires a lot of patience.

A great park-building game that makes up for minor flaws with lots of atmosphere. And baby dinosaurs!

Although stylistically different from its predecessors, the fantastic combat system retains the core essence of the classics.

A wonderfully unusual experience with spectacular art design, but practically no gameplay.

The long-overdue field test of a lighthearted extraction shooter that replaces PvP with tactical duck shootouts. Lots of fun.

A solid sequel that thanks to its co-op mode offers some variety, but still doesn't have the courage to try enough new things.

An atmospheric journey into premodern Japan that offers impressive visuals and intense combat, but falls short with its open world design.

Hades 2 is a narratively and visually unique roguelite that combines fast-paced, intense combat with an in-depth progression system.

With a great scenario, spine-chilling nights, and intense battles, the parkour-heavy zombie franchise skillfully returns to its roots.

Star Wars Outlaws doesn't excel in any particular area, but it's still an unforgettable open-world story.

Silksong is a unique, fantastic gaming experience - though it may not be suitable for everyone.

An excellent addition to the main game, providing especially experienced knights with a few extra hours of entertaining gameplay.

Claws of Awaji condenses the strengths of the main game onto a small island and finally brings the plot to a satisfying conclusion.

In terms of game mechanics, Borderlands 4 is the best installment in the series, but the open world is a bit of a letdown.

Intense and gripping, but fair survival horror that is oozing with suspense and a creepy atmosphere.

Fast-paced story shooter that combines thrilling battles in slightly monotonous levels with a cool sci-fi atmosphere.

An unsettling action-adventure game dealing with war and humanity, that still has some minor technical issues.

Kirby's 3D debut is a wonderful adventure on the Switch 2 as well, but the DLC could have used some fresh ideas.

Pretty post-apocalyptic survival game in which efficient management saves lives – now with multiple settlements in parallel.

A slow-paced yet challenging survival building game set in an immersive post-apocalyptic world with a village on top of an adorable giant dinosaur.

A visually outstanding remake of a timeless classic with captivating story, modern gameplay, and a few technical flaws.

Not a Prince of Persia like any other. But one that you should definitely give it a chance.

Even after 21 years, Dawn of War remains one of the best strategy games ever made and would have deserved an even more elaborate remaster.

Mafia: The Old Country successfully returns to the series' roots and tells a great story without any major surprises.

A slow-paced, peaceful farming sim that, despite lots of walking, offers a relaxing break in the idyllic Shire.

Challenging, exciting, accessible, and beautiful: Wuchang pays homage to Dark Souls while still managing to stand on its own two feet.

I'm particularly pleased with how well Nintendo has mastered the balancing act between nostalgia and a modern reinterpretation of Donkey Kong. Anyone who's been enjoying adventures with the ape since the 90s can look forward to a host of familiar faces. Anyone who awakens their inner Kong for the first time will still be able to follow all the action without any problems.

Beautifully presented story game with strictly linear sneak puzzles that only rarely cause frustration.

Overall, a missed opportunity for the series despite new challenges for veterans.

Even better than its predecessor: this remake is on its way to the high score.

Currently the best Formula 1 racing game thanks to an entertaining story and a greatly expanded My Team career.

Fantastic license adaptation that makes up for minor flaws with creative game mechanics.

Kojima polarises once again: for some players it's a blockbuster, for others it's a bore.

The best dating sim in a long time and a creative firework of character design and captivating dialog.

Those who appreciate emotionally gripping sci-fi stories and moral decisions should definitely give The Alters a chance.

Atmospheric survival action adventure in a well-executed Dune world, which lacks variety in the endgame.

Stellar Blade is a fantastic game on the PC as well, which Asia-affine action fans should not miss out on.

The seemingly ageless and fun gameplay as well as the beautiful open world make up for a few gameplay blunders.

Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the best and most beautiful story role-playing games - even on the Switch 2.

The mixture of Skyrim and a dark version of the Arthurian legend gets the essentials right. Even the outdated graphics are hardly a problem.

A beautiful and well-executed new edition, Oblivion Remastered remains faithful to the original, both its strengths and its weaknesses.

Wrath of the Ancients provides Everspace 2 with a fitting endgame finale for what is arguably the best space action spectacle you can play right now.

Nice Day For Fishing is perfect for a short time, but it's too shallow to keep you hooked for more than three evenings.

A beautiful, grand adventure featuring intriguing characters and a great combat system, but also unnecessarily annoying blacksmithing mechanics.

A beautiful truck sandbox with road construction that isn't as prominent as expected.

The first DLC is a worthy expansion and introduces creative ideas. The new story is almost consistently wonderfully entertaining.

A faithful sequel to the sci-fi slapstick adventure, though it lacks groundbreaking innovations.

Graphics, sound, gameplay – everything just clicks here. This is the new benchmark for single-player shooters.

Knights of Cross and Rose is a solid DLC that would have deserved a proper campaign.

Impressive city builder with great details, that'll often have players at a loss because of it's nontransparent mechanics.