Invincible VS is an exciting entry of a popular superhero franchise into the world of VS fighters, featuring unique tactical 3v3 gameplay, brutal combat, and an episodic story mode whose future chapters and updates should keep the game alive in the coming period.

In an era of copy-paste open-world festivals, this game delivers a strong linear experience that isn’t afraid to take risks. Despite somewhat clunky combat, it offers a compelling package that no fan of quality cyberpunk storytelling and aesthetics should miss.

Mouse: P.I. for Hire delivers a striking, unique aesthetic and very enjoyable retro gunplay, though its blend of styles won’t appeal to everyone. Still, as a cohesive and technically polished project, it manages to deliver a high-quality, complete experience that’s rarely seen on today’s indie scene.

Reunion finally gives fans what they’ve been asking for - a return of Max and Chloe in a form that captures the very essence of the series. It’s rare for a final chapter to correct past missteps and deliver a satisfying conclusion to a story we’ve followed for over a decade, which makes Reunion essential for all fans, even those turned away by Double Exposure. It may not be perfect, but it’s effective and emotional enough to remind us why we fell in love with Life is Strange in the first place.

In video games, there are two kinds of sequels: those that play it safe, and those that go completely off the rails. High on Life 2 firmly belongs to the latter. As the follow-up to one of the strangest FPS titles in recent years, it feels like a deliberately chaotic shooter that makes you wonder what kind of substances were in play during the writing process.

Housemarque builds on everything that made Returnal great, pushing the intensity and bullet-hell chaos to even greater heights. A well-crafted progression system ensures players can dive into the action with confidence, without worrying about wasting their time.

GRIME II is an excellent metroidvania/soulslike that builds on everything the original did well, delivering brutal, precise combat, well-designed bosses, and a striking aesthetic. It’s a great fit for fans of the genre who enjoy a challenge, mastering mechanics, and carefully exploring every corner of the map.

Pragmata blends action with a distinctive hacking mini-game that may feel chaotic at first, but once it clicks, it turns into one of Capcom’s most engaging experiences in recent years. Once you get a grip on its systems, it opens up into a polished and thoughtfully designed sci-fi adventure that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.

If you’re tired of the usual mascot kart racers and want something a bit different, Kirby Air Riders offers a fresh take - a racing game unlike anything else out there, aside from its decades-old predecessor. Its fast, chaotic races are a lot of fun, but the unusual control scheme might take some getting used to and could be a sticking point for some players.

Super Meatboy 3D is a game that truly deserves to be the follow-up to the legendary original. With its new 3D approach, it delivers plenty of fresh challenges while retaining the familiar, frustrating difficulty that will keep drawing you back.

One of the most complete and polished JRPGs in recent years arrives as the third entry in the Monster Hunter spin-off series. Twisted Reflection is massive and complex, yet extremely fun from start to finish – it’s not only recommended for fans of the series, but for anyone looking to try something new and interesting, different from the usual RPG titles.

Marathon is a challenging FPS multiplayer extraction shooter that will not leave you indifferent as you explore the ruins of the Tau Ceti IV colony. It allows players to experience incredible success and defeat in a game that has a surprisingly good narrative and audio/visual presentation. We hope this will be the basis for a long series that will add new content regularly.

Crimson Desert is a visually impressive and highly ambitious open-world RPG with thrilling, adrenaline-fueled combat. While its complexity can occasionally feel more like a drawback than a strength, for fans of RPGs and open-world games, this is a title that always has something more to offer.

WWE 2K26 continues to maintain its streak of quality, and with its largest roster yet alongside meaningful additions to existing modes, it will undoubtedly keep players glued to their screens until the next installment. With that in mind, we’ll be expecting more fundamental changes and innovations next time around — and perhaps fewer elements like this year’s Ringside Pass system.

The third horror game from Tarsier Studios is easily their best, unlocking a whole new levels of fear and tension that are clearly enhanced by the presence of co-op play.

For the first time in many years, we have a brand-new Resident Evil game that truly blends the best elements of the classics, the remakes, and even the newer entries to a degree. That combination, paired with a focus on familiar themes, characters, and the long-overdue closure of a storyline that stretches back to the very beginning of the series, along with its streamlined gameplay and concise length, delivers surprisingly strong results.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a modernized 100-hour old-school JRPG classic that successfully tames the most problematic entry in the series and transforms it into an ideal starting point for newcomers - without losing its essence.

Romeo is a Deadman is chaotic, unpredictable, pure creative madness that won’t appeal to everyone, but those willing to embrace it will find one of the most original gaming experiences of the year, despite its technical flaws.

With changes that may prove divisive, this entry sees the Nioh series boldly step into a new and potentially turbulent era. After years of development and experimentation across other projects, the result is a polished and confident release that stands proudly alongside its predecessors.

Octopath Traveler 0 is a huge and highly enjoyable return to the classic JRPG formula, featuring excellent turn-based combat and a smartly refined mobile DNA. That said, it doesn’t bring anything fundamentally new to the table - just another 100 hours of pure HD-2D JRPG indulgence, which genre fans certainly won’t mind.

The long-awaited sequel may not bring major innovations to the series, but its refined design and technical polish, now fully realized on the Switch 2, come together to create an outstanding experience. Whether you’re a longtime fan or stepping into Samus Aran’s 3D adventures for the first time, this is one journey you shouldn’t skip.

A solid blend of Destiny-style action and striking Star Wars elements, the Renegades expansion delivers many hours of excellent fun, giving fans plenty to enjoy while waiting for Bungie to finally confirm work on a full-fledged sequel.

Terminator 2D: No Fate is a modern retro title that truly understands the essence of classic 2D action games, delivering pure, fast, and addictive fun without any unnecessary padding.

Marvel Cosmic Invasion might not reach the full magic of Capcom's classics, but it delivers enough nostalgia combined with a solid dose of modern ideas to easily stand as Dotemu’s best release yet. If you love old-school 2D side-scrolling beat ’em ups and cosmic Marvel chaos, this game was made just for you.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is a beautifully crafted revival of two JRPG cornerstones that still hold up remarkably well, now enhanced with modern presentation and a few smart quality-of-life improvements. If you want to explore the true origins of the genre and see where Final Fantasy and other giants first took shape, this collection is an absolute must.

The Zone has finally arrived on PS5, and the wait was worth every moment. The DualSense controller adds a whole new layer of immersion, turning this into an unforgettable experience that will impress longtime fans just as much as those entering the dangerous stretches of Chernobyl for the very first time.

Legends Z-A is finally a successfully realized modern Pokémon game that works the way it should - focused, stable, and very fun - but it still needs a bit more to achieve the true “mega evolution” of this legendary franchise.

Anno 117: Pax Romana is beautiful, unexpectedly complex, but also deliberately incomplete. It has been released as a base version of something that is supposed to represent the golden age of Ancient Rome — but only after about three to six DLCs. The more tired fans of the genre, who have poured thousands of hours into Anno 1800, may end up drinking sugar water already in the early stages of the game, but our complaining does not negate the fact that this is an overall excellent sequel to a beloved series, set in an even more beloved historical period that we have missed so much.