Thanks to a radical change of atmosphere and to a general revamp of the game mechanics, Tales of Xillia 2 is a very good JRPG, much better than what the limited scope of the production would suggest.

Maneater plays it safe. It chooses simple mechanics and proposes them in a ten and more hours loop, but in doing so, however, it makes the right choice, because Maneater is a well crafted and fun title. Those who are not afraid to do the same thing over and over again to become the lord of the oceans will find flesh for their teeth.

Samba de Amigo: Party Central will capture you with its simple yet efficient gameplay, enriched by new enjoyable features.

A solid game, that gives you an engaging and deep tactical experience. There's not a ton of replayability, though, unless you're deeply into grinding and you tolerate some repetitiveness.

The second installment in Disney Infinity's franchise is more mature and complete, with a bunch of interesting new features regarding character development. Fun for the kids despite not so impressive graphics and a lack of variety in Avengers' main story mode.

Episode Aigis, the new DLC for Persona 3 Reload, offers a faithful recreation of The Answer from Persona 3 FES. While it explores profound themes like grief and trauma, its gameplay focuses heavily on combat, omitting many life-simulation elements that made the original game beloved. Although improved combat mechanics and character growth are satisfying, the repetitive procedural dungeons detract from the overall experience. However, the narrative depth, emotional closure, and connection to Persona 3 Reload make this content essential for fans who completed the main story despite its narrow focus and steep price point.

Doom VFR is an experience to try absolutely (even better with the free movement), but as a game itself it was reasonable to expect something more.

Fun to play and beautiful to watch, NHL 23 has pretty much everything to be a little gem. Everything except the contents, which are exactly the same of the previous edition: a truly wasted opportunity.

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town is a farming simulator that doesn't dare much but that offers all the elements of the genre with the right expertise. Don't expect particularly deep gameplay though.

Shadow Warrior 3 is a fast, spectacular and over-the-top arena shooter (with bland platforming sections) and, on this front, it works very well. Don't ask for anything more, though.

Scarlet and Violet offer some great new ideas for the Pokémon franchise, ruined by a world that seems very rushed and unfinished.

Call of Duty Strike Team is the final demonstration touch games grew up: combining FPS and simple touch strategy, it deserves to be installed on your iPad.

The new, HD version of Under Defeat keeps intact the charm of the original game, but fails in bringing a touch of modernity that would have made the game a must-buy for the shoot'em up fans.

Once you have finished the game and switched off your console, you'll remember Blackwood Crossing as one of the most memorable gaming experiences in recent years: in just a few hours, it will summon vivid and palpable feelings; joy and sorrow so touching as to stimulate reflection on the value of brotherly affection.

A unique experience, something that could only come out of Japan. Do whatever you want with the absurdity of Tomodachi Life.

A bizarre mix of platforming, shooter and rhythm game. Challenging, original and really fun.

An excellent horror/thriller story that could have benefited from a more brave and focused gameplay system.

Far Cry: New Dawn is a good spin-off for Far Cry 5, but doesn’t completely match the value of the parent game. If you enjoyed FC5 and want more, this is a good "more". Otherwise, play FC5 first.

Luxurious environments and tons of content make Days Gone a good choice for open world lovers. But the ambitious adventure crafted by Bend Studio has more than a few annoying issues and shortcomings under the hood.

An original and challenging game, maybe a bit too complex and repetitive.

The First Samurai is the worthy conclusion of a long journey, which reunites (without too many surprises) the beginning with the end in this epic narrative of a cycle of events that seems destined to repeat itself forever. Team Ninja recycles the formula of the first Nioh to bring to the most insatiable players an end-game able to entertain them for some time, without shining for inventiveness, but aiming for a pleasant more of the same.

Kona is a well-crafted experience thanks to a good history accompanied to a simple but effective gameplay.

Also on the Nintendo 3DS Terraria is an engaging and creative experience which may drain lots of your spare time and then more.

Sand Land is an enjoyable game for those who love Toriyama's works, but it fails to fully stand out for its narrative quality or all the mechanics underlying its gameplay.

If you like Metroidvania games and the Child of Light/Ori and the Blind Forest atmospheres, Song of the Deep’s gonna give you a lot of satisfaction.

Very good graphics, great character design, but LEGO's typical gameplay is becoming a little bit tedious.

Another physics based puzzle game, but it's well thought out with nice objectives and lots of fun to be had.

Ultra Street Fighter IV arrives on PS4 with lots of game modes, characters, costumes and all the traditional SF4 flavor. A must-buy for beat'em up lovers who have passed on previous versions.

Might & Magic Legacy X is not a retro masterpiece as someone expected, but at the same time it's not just a simple exercise of nostalgic role playing gaming. It's rather an imperfect mix of the two and if you liked the old episodes of the series, you're gonna like this too.

A JRPG that's not so inspired and too repetitive, but brings with it plenty of things to do and is perfect for Fairy Tail fans.

RAD conquered us with its mix of hack n slash, rogue-like and charming post-apocalyptic world... and fans of the 80s will appreciate it even more.

A great addition to the 4X offer. There are only four factions, but each of them is well thought out and offers a unique playing experience.

Aragami is long and quite fun, but suffers few bugs and glitches here and there. Even though the gameplay is fairly repetitive in the long run, the game is challenging and the story can keep you going forward nonetheless.

Squanch Games delivers a sequel that, while not perfect and lacking the novelty factor of its predecessor, manages to stand out from the crowd of generic shooters with personality and boldness.

Life is Strange: Reunion constantly straddles two identities: the desire to recapture the intimate atmospheres and human relationships that made the original Life is Strange special, and the burden of a broader, more convoluted narrative direction inherited from the more recent Life is Strange: Double Exposure. The result is uneven - often stumbling over inconsistencies and simplifications - but it finds its strength in quieter moments, particularly through the renewed focus on Max and Chloe's relationship. Its contained structure, recycled environments, and gameplay that evolves little from past entries prevent the game from taking a true step forward. Yet, when it centers on character and emotion, Reunion leaves an impression, showing that the heart of the series is still beating. It may not be the sequel the franchise needed, but it slightly improves on Double Exposure, and could be a satisfying chapter for those attached to these characters and their world.

Farpoint is the perfect crossover between arcade light gun shooters à la The House of the Dead and old-school First Person Shooters. The result is a jaw-dropping experience that truly becomes unparalleled thanks to the power of VR and to the quality of the Aim Controller peripheral: this might be the first full blown traditional game 100% built around VR, and despite a few shortcomings you literally won't believe your eyes. In its own ways, Farpoint truly takes the shooter genre to a whole new level: if this is not a killer application, we're pretty close to that.

It tries to mix The Wire with the Telltale Games and maybe the ambitions are too high, but the mood is strong and there's some potential.

A nice game for people who like minimalistic puzzle-platformers.

Felix starts dancing and, suddenly, you want to stand up and dance too. Felix the Reaper has style, and some challenging puzzles, but unfortunately the two sides never collide. Nevertheless, a solid performance by our dancing reaper (and his developers too).

Four eras from the Gundam multiverse (Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, SEED, 00 and Iron-Blooded Orphans) in this last chapter of a 20+ years long turn-based strategy games saga. Long, full of contents and a little bit bland in the graphics compartment.

An interesting, but too short, adventure about a kid searching for hi lost dad. A very good tribute to classic LucasArts games from a promising studio. Unfortunately the ending of the game is somehow rushed, with linear progression and simplified puzzles and situations.

Get Even uses the FPS formula to deliver a touching and deep story. Despite some technical failings, the narrative and the sound make the trip worth taking.

A fine modernization of an old classic, funny and clever enough to entertain in the few hours needed to complete it.

Technically outdated, God Eater is still a fun game, perfect for old fans.

Tokyo 42 offers a pretty cool city of the future to explore, a beautiful art style and tributes masterpieces of both game industry and film industry with great class, but fails to provide an entertaining experience. The game is too hard in some of its (many) missions because of its stiff camera and its not-so-pleasant way to aim, plus, it has technical problems.

One more piece in the One Piece puzzle. A good action-adventure game with simple mechanics inherited from its 3DS origins, which are enjoyable on home consoles too. Don’t expect a particularly deep or challenging gameplay, though.

More arcade than simulation, Driveclub makes good use of PS4's graphical power and social features without pushing the pedal to the metal.

A racing game full of contents and cars, fun to drive with the standard controller, but unfortunately plagued by some technical issues and an old graphics engine.

Halfway between graphic adventure and walking simulator (but with the plus of VR), Transference is not a game for everyone, but its atmosphere is priceless.

Quotation forthcoming.

A very good remaster for an interesting Assassin's Creed chapter. Unfortunately, the game seems to be a little bit old today, especially after the Origins' revolution.

Tesla vs Lovecraft is not even close to being a masterpiece, but it can offer a few hours of fun and relaxing moments to players who love the twin stick shooter genre.

Assetto Corsa Competizione for PS4 is a good porting for one of the best driving simulations available right now, that despite a few compromises keeps a racing experience similar to the PC version.

Eve Valkyrie got the most spectacular and breathtaking space dogfighting ever, but it lacks in game modes and fresh ideas.

The Medium is an artistically inspired and technically interesting horror game, almost entirely based on narrative. With a slow pace and a few really interesting puzzles, the game focuses on the evil atmosphere of the double world. Those who expected a broader adventure may be disappointed.

A very classical RTS, with beautiful graphics and an old school multiplayer vibe.

The Fall Part 2: Unbound picks up the formula of the predecessor and leads to a new and unsettling original adventure, but there is still some roughness yet to blunt.

Quotation forthcoming.

Potatoma Seeks the Troof is a good game that can be really frustrating. It’s not the platformer of your life, but it’s satisfying to beat.

What a fascinating game. Ruiner truly is something different. It's a pity that sometimes can be too harsh and that all of its side-missions seem just sketched.

Fast-paced battles for one of the most interesting battle royale games around.

To End All Wars is a great old school wargame. It can be intimidating for newcomers, but it's worth a try just for its quality.

Rocket Arena is a fun hero shooter, perfect for quick games with friends. It's not perfect, but it offers some interesting and weird game modes.

Lost Dimension does not disappoint and will appeal to those who prefer the turn-based JRPGs with a strong narrative component. All others may find it a bit too verbose.

A decent game with some nice moments, but it lacks the usual magic touch of the other Lego Games.

Although the awkward performance on PlayStation 5, Beyond a Steel Sky remains a decent third-person graphic adventure that doesn't make big mistakes but that doesn’t even reach particular peaks.

If you are looking for a mix of action-GdR, survival game and base simulation set in a world full of zombies, Welcome to ParadiZe might prove to be a pleasant surprise.

The latest cute experiment from Greg Johnson's Humanature is an interesting trip inside human emotions. It has personality, witty humor and the cross-buy options make it available on every Sony console out there. You'd rather play it with your children or little brother/sister.

Nice environmental puzzles in a short but intense, fun and well-designed VR experience. Motion Sickness? Forget it.

Complex themes and a gameplay that really conveys the story: Through the Darkest of Times may be a simple game, but it’s worth your time.

Mass Effect: Andromeda is disappointing in many respects (not merely the visual ones), even if its sci-fi mood, exploration, crafting and multiplayer are all well-done.

The price is too high and and the learning curve is not suitable for everyone, but aside from these two flaws The Climb is simply one of the best VR experiences available today.

A good example of how to craft a Mythos game. Not for the faint of heart. Cool fact: a gamer who knows nothing about the mythos will probably make all the wrong choices in the game.

A third chapter that could have seized the opportunity of the change in direction for a brave, new course, but instead settles for a sufficient rehash of its predecessors.

Deliver Us The Moon arrives on next-gen consoles in a technically improved version, albeit not perfect from an optimization standpoint. KeokeN Interactive's story-driven adventure has retained its charm, with basic gameplay and a good variety of game situations, enjoyable to play despite puzzles that are too simple to solve.

Finally a game in VR which shows that the third person is ideal for virtual reality, even if in the end it’s almost all talk and no action.

Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts is the most complete, balanced and technically successful episode in the series. Excellence is still missing, but we are really on the right track.

A Musical Story is a warm, interesting and charming small adventure about songwriting and inspiration with, at its core, an essential, but not shallow, rhythm game. It looks and plays as a 70s rock concept album and lingers through solos, emotional spikes and perfect execution. Sometimes is a bit unfair, but well, the road to perfection can be harsh.

A game that lacks sense of direction, with an exposition as bland as its gameplay. On paper, some things could have been interesting but when you actual play the game they feel disconnected.

Hello Games' procedural dream is becoming a reality, but we'll probably need to wait months/years to see the process completed.

A graphic adventure that looks like it's from the nineties that offers moderate fun but is probably a bit too easy.

Chronos: Before the Ashes is a minimalist, imperfect title with a basic spartan aesthetic and a slow pace. Despite this, it is able to give back a vivid sense of discovery and each new ravine or weapon, or power gives us another reason not to detach ourselves from it. The same scenic installation, initially disappointing, fits perfectly with the world hovering between enchantment and technology. A longevity not exactly excellent for the genre and the budget nature that emerges in almost every context of the production, the wings of Gunfire Games, which makes flight worthy of note, but does not go too far.

Persona 5: The Phantom X is an ambitious spin-off that captures much of the original’s charm through a compelling gameplay loop and a promising new cast, all delivered with impressive technical polish for a mobile title. However, the main story feels somewhat uninspired, with villains lacking depth and several scenes that come across as recycled from the original Persona 5. The monetization is a bit too aggressive, with steep pricing that can quickly frustrate players. Despite these shortcomings, the game still offers enjoyable moments, and future updates could help refine its strengths and create a smoother, more rewarding experience.

An action-adventure that is guilty of a lot of naivety and tries to do too much, without really concluding anything. Too bad, because the potential was all there.

Gauntlet: Slayer Edition offers an entertaining multiplayer experience filled with action and fights, but lacks a little in the single player mode.

A different take on a beloved character, Detective Pikachu is clearly aimed at a very young audience with its interesting, funny story.

Simply put, this is the fighting game every JoJo fan dreamed to play and it's a great example of how to take inspiration from the best games out there and add something of yours.

Double Fine produced a good freemium timer-based sim, but only mitigates the flaws common in its genre. It does not eliminate them. Considering this is a free game, though, and the trademark Double Fine humor, Middle Manager of Justice could have been a little masterpiece of irony and fun.

A remaster that only goes a little beyond doing very basic rework, and yet still turns out to be enjoyable, aimed above all at those who appreciated it in 2011 or at those who are particularly curious to discover one of Goichi Suda's old craziness.

Three different gameplay types for a surprising and lengthy game.

A not-so-evolved version of the 3DS game, Miitopia is fine for children but too limited for experienced gamers.

FIFA 19 on Switch is a decent football game, but still a far cry from the PS4, Xbox One and PC editions.

Hoa is a sweet and light story, which systematically avoids complicating things too much to remain an adventure within everyone's reach - missing out on a few opportunities to challenge the players, while managing to maintain a good pace from start to finish.

Deathbound shines with ambition and innovative ideas, but stumbles in execution. Its unique party system and fascinating setting clash with technical issues and weak narrative, with the result of an imperfect but intriguing experience for Soulslike fans.

Dice Legacy is a cute quirky game. The basic mechanics, founded on randomness and dices, are just that, a quirk: the gameplay is, in the end, not that innovative, but the strategical experience is solid and makes for a good, if light on content, city builder-roguelike game.

An interesting "zombie RPG" that could have (and should have) been much better.

An experience that is half convincing: on the one hand the open world mechanics don't work very well, on the other hand the classic levels are a lot of fun.

A new incarnation for an old - but smart - idea built around the two screens setup of Nintendo 3DS. It asks a bit too much in terms of unforgiving mechanics, especially considering that the two screens gameplay is pretty demanding by itself, but if you like a challenge.