In a crowded year that gave us so many incredible games, Alan Wake 2 easily manages to distinguish itself as one of the best ones yet. The transmedia ambitions of Remedy Entertainment and a complex script that mixes the fates of two interesting characters have produced a horror adventure title that will be remembered forever.

The PC version of the game Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the best way to experience this legendary JRPG title and see all its visual splendor, but a few technical issues prevent it from receiving the perfect score that the console version deserves.

Robocop Rogue City: Unfinished Business is an almost ideal shooter, where our beloved powerhouse Robocop dishes out justice across a crime-ridden tower it won’t take the smile off your face for a single moment.

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.

True to the original video game from its first to last second, the legendary tactical-spy title Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater has returned in a modern Remastered form, becoming even easier and more spectacular to play.

Final Fantasy XVI may not be the game that all fans of this legendary JRPG series were expecting, but the final product is a spectacular action game that will not leave anyone feeling indifferent.

Gran Turismo 7 corrects the driving line of the legendary series and puts it back on the right track, hitting the apex on the essence of what Gran Turismo game should be like never before. It truly is the last medium today that is able to create brand new fans of car culture.

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.

A masterful mix of souls-like and rogue-like elements with some excellent third person shooting, makes Remnant 2 a game you can sink hundreds of hours into and still not get enough.

Capcom has somehow managed to create a title that has enough content and activities from the start for both old-school fans and the brand new generation of Street Figures. The new battle system will make competitive matches much more fun to watch, while the Battle Hub and World Tour will keep you in the game longer than you expect.

Metaphor: ReFantazio brings out the best of ATLUS's JRPG style, blending a medieval atmosphere with elements of the Persona series and a deeper, more serious fantasy narrative. The result is one of the best JRPGs of the year, impressive in nearly every aspect.

Bananza isn’t just another Donkey Kong game leaning on nostalgia - it’s a reinvention of the iconic character, delivering one of the most creative and refreshing 3D platformers we’ve seen since Donkey Kong 64.

All the legendary games from the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection remain endlessly fun and show no signs of aging, even decades later. The compilation itself is of the high quality we've come to expect from Capcom in recent years.

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.

EA Sports UFC 5 is a substantial improvement to the greatest MMA simulation out there, and while it doesn't include many new features, everything that needed to be tightened and perfected in the previous four games is now finally where it should be.

Grand Bazaar brings the beloved farming charm of Harvest Moon/Story of Seasons, enhanced by a unique market dynamics system. With a few subtle improvements, this refreshed edition of an older title shows no signs of age and easily competes with - and even surpasses - today’s indie cozy game scene.

Cronos: The New Dawn will entertain horror genre fans, but it will also remind them of how effectively the old Dead Space series managed to combine elements of action, horror, and eerie atmosphere into a package that blew everyone away. This is another solid horror game from Bloober Team and, we hope, a springboard to even more impressive games.

Soul Hackers 2 is a true full-blooded Atlus experience, there is no doubt about that, but it does not stand out in any way compared to other JRPG titles of this publisher, so it may be the most interesting to the new fans.

With solid visuals, dark music, and an often hair-raising atmosphere, this game holds its own quite solidly with its contemporaries. It doesn't excel graphically, but the experience is there! The game's pacing stands the test of time and shows why System Shock is the daddy of the Bioshock series.

This is a game that stays true to the source material. It adds something fresh to the table that has long been desired. Danger lurks at every turn as you balance alien danger and marine mental condition. A sequel to Aliens Dark Descent is in order! I say we take off and nuke the entire site from orbit. It’s the only way to be sure.

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD brings the 3DS sequel back to life with improved graphics, though it retains the original content unchanged. While it misses the chance to update mechanics to align with the latest installment, it still guarantees fun for those new to Luigi's ghost-catching adventures.

Rebirth of Souls is a solid step in the right direction for bringing Bleach back into the world of anime games. While it features some repetitive elements and introduces slightly different mechanics, it still manages to deliver hours of fun that fans are sure to enjoy.

If you're a fan of the Call of Duty franchise, you've already bought the game. But for those who are still undecided, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II is a non-stop action-packed, first-person shooter that grabs you by the hand and drags you on a crazy adventure until the very end.

End of Dragons is a high quality addition to the Guild Wars 2 corpus. However, unless you're a returning player, it probably won't inspire to hop on the Guild Wars 2 just now.

While the last year’s game was a transitional release, this year’s sequel brings a spectacle-filed singleplayer campaign and ambitious focus on more live service challenges and professional league racing. While it does not master all aspects of its driving and presentation, it is another in the line of very solid racing titles from Codemasters that can satisfy both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

A unique story about life and death told from the point of view of a detective duo whose love knows no bounds. An impressive evolution of the game style from a studio previously known for smaller-scale branching adventures.

Unpolished gem with some space for improvement. If you like this type of games, sit back and relax and it will take you to some new and dark places that you will enjoy.

Transitional game - that is the easiest way to describe the state of the latest F1 game where Codemasters either didn't want to take the risk of adding a more ambitious game modes or they just didn't have time to prepare something like that in a year when the whole sport switched to a totally new form. Despite the lack of central campaign, F1 22 is still a game that can satisfy both newcomers and veterans alike with its still superb driving simulation and attractive presentation style.