Spike Chunsoft has proven again that they still have plenty of twisted murders and killers for their games. Master Detective Archives: Rain Code feels both familiar and brand new. Maybe it’s not the Danganronpa sequel that we wanted but it is the spiritual sequel we needed.

The remake of the additional campaign for Resident Evil 4 brings enough novelty to make you return to this fantastic action survival horror and follow the story from a different angle with the legendary Ada Wong. A couple of new locations, bosses and mechanics are reason enough to spend a few more hours in the best Resident Evil remake yet.

Ghost of Yotei is a sequel that exceeds expectations. With numerous improvements, innovative open-world design, and top-tier production, it proves that even in a relatively familiar setting, a completely new and thrilling story can be told.

The most complete Splatoon experience yet! Painting the terrain by splashing colorful ink is still as fun and crazy as ever, while the new single player mode and tweaks to everything else make the third installment of Nintendo's competitive non-violent shooter an experience that all Switch gamers shouldn't miss.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is an almost perfect JRPG that has plenty to offer both complete beginners and hardcore players seeking the toughest challenges in the genre. The excellent foundation from 2021 has been meaningfully expanded and enriched in this multiplatform release, with new content and much-needed quality-of-life options.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles strikes the perfect balance between preserving the timeless classic and introducing smart modern improvements - a fantastic reminder of why this tactical JRPG remains one of the finest entries in the history of the Final Fantasy series.

Mario Party Jamboree delivers an expansive bundle of entertainment, perfect for both group gatherings and solo play. Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or embarking on your first Mario Party adventure, this is the biggest and most feature-packed version of Nintendo’s most beloved party game yet.

The first season of the branching adventure Dispatch delivers the best example yet of how the classic Telltale Games formula can be adapted into an even more accessible experience. A strong script, great presentation, and excellent voice acting lift this title well above many other games in the genre.

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is easily the best game in the series and arguably the best modern JRPG experience on the Nintendo Switch. As a title that requires you to devote over 100 hours to it, it has well-polished core mechanics, an unforgettable story and solid characters that will easily keep you engaged for longer.

Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth is an excellent sequel to the first Yakuza JRPG from 2020, bringing significant expansions to the already brilliant formula, with entirely new locations and characters, as well as a very exciting conclusion to many of the great stories from this enduring series.

While God of War and The Last of Us 2 only got a patch that allowed them to work better on PlayStation 5, the last two Uncharted titles get a little more love with special remasters that bring many new graphical options and great support for other gimmicks of the new system. In the newly remastered collection Uncharted 4 and Lost Legacy both look fantastic just like we remember them, and are definitely still a must-play for all, as well for the fans who just want to be reminded of these titles in the best possible way.

Kojima once again proves that no one uses the video game medium as authentically and boldly as he does. Few games evoke such strong emotions and deep reflection, and Death Stranding 2 does so without compromise or fear of dividing its audience.

Fire Emblem Engage is a significant improvement over the previous mainline sequel, with a greater focus on the story, better performance and design, it brings everything that should please old and new fans of the long-running series.

The Outer Worlds 2 is that rare sequel that manages to improve on nearly everything the first game did right—without losing its signature charm and sarcastic wit. It’s bigger, prettier, and mechanically tighter, though at times a bit too text-heavy for its own good.

Sonic Origins brings great versions of legendary games from the Mega Drive era, Sonic 1, Sonic 2 Sonic 3 & Knuckles and even Sonic CDs are finally playable on the big screens again, with a lot of additional content and quality of life changes that old-school fans will appreciate. A couple of minor issues will eventually be patched but the only thing we can’t forgive is what they did with Sonic 3's music.

The biggest wonder is that the new 2D Mario Bros. can still offer something new after so many decades, like a completely fresh experience full of original ideas and gimmicks - for sure Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a real next-generation 2D Mario game and not just another nostalgia act.

The legendary Naughty Dog game has arrived on PC in an almost perfect edition. This excellent action-adventure promotes stealth, freedom of movement, and high tension during encounters, while also featuring a top-tier narrative that portrays a complex tale of revenge from many surprising angles.

Just like in the classic 2D series Final Fantasy VI is something really special in the Pixel Remaster edition as well.

Star Wars Outlaws is a great game that allows everyone to explore a part of this universe they couldn't see before – exciting criminal plots and grand adventures not based on the all-powerful Force and flashy lightsaber duels.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 delivers a heavy dose of nostalgia for anyone who played on the Dreamcast in the early 2000s, featuring excellent ports of both Capcom vs. SNK games that fans have been asking to see re-released for years. Everything else in the collection is a great bonus that will surely delight both old-school veterans and new fighting game fans alike.

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.

A shorter but wonderfully packed spin-off that finally gives fans of the multi-decade franchise a satisfying end to Kiryu Kazuma's story while also reminding us of all the greatest parts from the previous action-based Yakuza games.

Ninja Gaiden Ragebound might not be the hardcore challenge of the past, but it's one of the most fun and best-looking retro action titles we've had in the last decade.

Is this remake something that absolutely had to happen? It most certainly is since this is now the best way for first-time players to experience Dead Space and another reason to play this fantastic game again for old school fans.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is an ambitious evolution of Henry's adventures featuring an improved combat system, better optimization, and a larger map filled with dynamic events and meaningful player choices. While the AI can still cause chaos at the worst moments, the game delivers an authentic medieval experience that is both frustrating and incredibly satisfying.

One of the best Star Ocean sequels ever got a very high-quality remake in 2D-HD style. With its timeless charm and fast action battles, enriched with new graphics and numerous improvements, it is perhaps the best example of how to properly bring back to life a title from the first PlayStation era.

Fluid platforming combined with tense combat is a real treat for the fans of old-school games from this legendary series. Ubisoft is definitely on the right track with this one, as it seems they still have the potential to produce these smaller and better-focused titles. Great fun for long winter afternoons.

The fastest hedgehog in the world gets even faster behind the wheel, and now he finally has a racing game worthy of his reputation. CrossWorlds introduces a few innovations, but more importantly, it marks a true leap in quality for the Sonic Racing series – and the first entry with a real chance to rival the competition.