Pureya is an original, if short lived take on the microgame genre that is a half decent way to while away a bit of time.

Sky Oceans: Wings for Hire looks to recapture the magic of Skies of Arcadia, but slow combat and clunky controls let it down significantly.

Undisputed has a good swing, but in boxing, if you come at the king, you best not miss. Just like the irrepressible Canelo, Fight Night is still the reigning champ.

Dead Season is a decent game for fans of the turn-based genre who like to feel that everything is a little bit hopeless.

Silent Hill 2 is a masterclass in how to remake a horror classic, featuring clever puzzles, stunning visuals, and exceptional sound design.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is another landmark game from the Persona team, with top tier combat and a gripping story that I couldn't stop playing.

It’s not quite at the level of the games that inspired it, but Athena Crisis is a great effort with loads of customisation options.

The Patrick Star Game is the perfect way to celebrate 25 years of SpongeBob, with lots of silly activities and a lovely world to roll around.

RPG Maker WITH seems happy to leave newcomers behind, and as a result it presents as being less feature-rich and useful than it undoubtedly is.

EA delivers on a truly dynamic, next gen hockey experience in NHL 25, but neglects the modes that bookend the package.

Grunn is an inventive and surreal gardening sim that leads you down different paths with every run, never losing its appeal.

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred is a worthy adventure and a great reason to head back to Sanctuary - if you ever left in the first place.

Despite a few technical issues, Metal Hellsinger VR is an exciting way to experience the original game, with one of the best soundtracks ever.

God of War Ragnarok is just as stunning as it was on PS5, and those wanting to enjoy such an incredible game now have the chance on PC.

Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports has some flourishes of fun, but the clunky movement and unresponsive controls let it down.

Golden Lap is an addictive racing sim that has plenty of strategical elements for such a stripped back experience, making it fun to play.

Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns is disappointing for those expecting a more exciting story, but the new characters are a cool addition.

Halls of Torment offers tons of replayability with minimal fuss, and is just challenging enough to keep you engaged for every moment.

EA Sports FC 25 has a focus on tactics that are mostly noticeable, and while Rush is a cool new mode, it does feel pretty similar to last year.

Ravenswatch is an absolute blast. Gorgeous to look at, smooth and responsive to play, and peppered with the kind of variety that encourages you to keep going back.

G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is a good-looking, great sounding slice of old school action that fans will really enjoy.

Apartment Story may be short, but it has some good ideas and offers an engaging story alongside doing the pots or eating a ham sandwich.

Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 is super accessible and very easy to get into, but deceptively difficult to master.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a gorgeous, brilliantly clever game in a series that continues to be unique and innovative.

Elsie doesn’t do a great deal new, but it is a great way to blast away a few hours in a world that looks and sounds beautiful.

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a charming RPG set in a sleepy American small town, with great combat and a banging soundtrack.

Exographer is a puzzle platformer with a healthy love of science, and its many clever mechanics make it a joy to dive into.

Filled with secrets and dangers, Remnant 2: The Dark Horizon is a solid final offering for the three promised expansions.