Football Manager 2020 brings together all the little changes made in the last two years taking everything to a brand new level of depth and accuracy. The management part of the game is quite perfect, crystal clear and the new club vision system works really great. On the pitch the situation is still changing and if the idea of the extreme fluidity of modules and tactics is excellent, Sports Interactive needs to balance the situation with a couple of patches. The potential is huge, but to see it fulfilled for real we need to wait the winter transfer window.

A convenient opportunity to replay the whole saga where you want. Or, just in case, to find out what this BioShock is that everyone has been talking about for thirteen years, of course. Too bad for the not exciting graphical quality of the two remastered games, especially the first one. In handheld mode, at least, you don't notice it that much.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III is a narratively rich role-playing game, with deep and well-drawn characters and stories ranging from epic to tragic, without dwelling too much on stereotypes, an almost physiological element of this genre. Too bad for the absence of the first two chapters in Nintendo Switch's game library. Though exhaustive and rich in detail, in fact, the various summaries in the start screen can not make up for the lack of "playful experience" that only a direct use can return.

A pocket-format but delicious Uncharted, with two very well written characters in a wisely-paced story full of all the main series' best features.

SoulCalibur VI is actual proof that “legends will never die”, they just evolve into something else - in this case, something better.

Hyper Light Drifter transports the player into a world made by dreams and nightmares, that are sustained by a superb art direction and fresh gameplay. Heart Machine delivered an excellent and challenging adventure, and also an unmissable gem for the indie games’ fans.

An exciting action platformer take on Ninja Gaiden that reminded me of the classic titles for the NES. Good difficulty and excellent accessibility options make it easy to reccommend.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is like having an arcade at home, filled with joy, memories and a brilliant take on classic beat'em up. It's not perfect, it doesn't have huge amount of contents, it's never too original but well, Tribute Games take on Ninja Turtles is simply fun to play and stunning to admire. Good alone, great with friends, it's a love letter to arcade gaming without stressing too much on the nostalgia effect.

A classic entry in the series comes back revamped in many aspect less the major ones such as combat system and generally balancing.

MTG Arena is the best possible transposition of the historic card game. It's free (initially, at least) and it's wonderful, there's no reason to not try it. With its unique style, complicated and rewarding, it will charm any TCG lover.

A beautiful transposition of the Wizarding World, Hogwarts Legacy is both a tribute to the Harry Potter universe and a litmus test largely passed by Avalanche Studios with their first, big and delicate project.

The fourth chapter represents an evolution for the Etrian Odyssey saga, being able to be more accessible and fun right away. Unfortunately, the difficulty of the game is not balanced from beginning to end, with a challenging first part of the adventure and a second too easy.

An eleventh chapter that tries to revamp the series from a gameplay point of view, only partially succeeding.

A great Resident Evil capable of taking the best gameplay ideas from Resident Evil 4 and 7, leading the series into a new era.

Short yet very intense, FRU is the best reason you should reconnect Kinect to your Xbox One.

Without spoiling too much, I'll just say that I would've liked a different, more compelling epilogue to the expansion's storyline, but the new spiritborn class is still a nice addition to the formula and there are plenty of content to enjoy during your stay in Nahantu, if you enjoy some more Diablo IV.

Xenoblade Chronicles X is a deep, huge videogame: very rich in content, with extraordinary care to recreate an entire, wonderful ecosystem. A great masterpiece for all RPG fans.

Housemarque did it again. Resogun is a brilliant shooter with lots under its hood: great visuals, stunning gameplay and rich personality. If only it had more levels.

With so many ideas in visual and level design, Viewfinder is a must-have title for any puzzle game enthusiast.

Classic horror fiction, well written and full of atmosphere, although it's not scary like other horror-games and there is some downtime too.

Broken Sword - The Secret of the Templars: Reforged is the best way to (re)discover a genre classic that after nearly three decades, a Directo'rs Cut and several sequels remains a must-play graphic adventure.

The best chance to rediscover a title that pays homage to classic JRPGs.

Pokémon Ultrasun and Ultra Moon is an enhanced version of its predecessors and it keeps all of their quality. Unfortunately, there are few new and actually noteworthy features. Also, from a technical point of view, it still has some problems. Necrozma's story could have been managed much better: like this, it's almost a copy with a different ending of the one we saw in Sun and Moon.

A very nice interactive documentary about an important videogame of the 80s.

Lies of P: Overture is a strong and rewarding expansion that builds on the base game with memorable bosses, new gear, and a darker, emotional storyline that acts as both prequel and epilogue. While some issues remain - like uneven level design and occasional camera hiccups - the excellent combat additions, quality of life improvements, and high narrative quality make it a must-play for fans, offering 15 hours of rich, atmospheric content.

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a high-definition re-release of a cult game from the Nintendo DS era, which in this high-definition version has one more chance to be appreciated by fans of the mystery stories and puzzles typical of the works written and directed by Shu Takumi. This ambitious game is highly recommended for Ace Attorney fans and anyone who wants to get involved with the rich cast of eccentric characters that populate its dark mysteries.

A great classic returns to PC and it's still a great RTS experience. The Definitive Edition enrich the formula with a few quality of life improvements while maintaining its core gameplay overall intact, but at the same time there are some flaws, especially on the technical side. Still, the nostalgia operation works and Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is the best way to enjoy the classic Microsoft RTS today.

Spiritfarer is a game about saying "goodbye" to our friends. Its management mechanics are only a shield, behind which Stella, a ferrymaster, tries to help souls living a serene departure. But their journey is also Stella's journey, full of surprises, emotion and laughs and Spiritfarer is able to turn a death trip in a boat full of life, sounds and people. What is the afterlife? How we are reaching it? Spiritfarer answers with elegance and smartness. A precious gem.

Miss the LucasArts adventures of the '90s? Thimbleweed Park is the best way to beat the nostalgia and to play an adventure game that is already a must-play.

F1 2019 adds the FIA Formula 2 race cars and some minor improvements to the celebrated formula of its official racer, plus the epic rivalry between Senna and Prost in the Legends Edition of the game. An episode which is more about new content than structural changes. And that is okay.

The new Abe is just like the old Abe: a painful hard game, set in a fascinating world. Be sure to know what you're gonna put yourself into...

A short, fun and bizarre journey into the imagination with two great protagonists.

Mediterranea Inferno is a well-written visual novel that deals with adult themes in an honest, courageous, sometimes painful way, showing the experience of the pandemic from different points of view and able to reflect critically on contemporaneity. What is striking is Redaelli's ability to mix different expressive codes, combining Japanese aesthetics with Italian figurative art in order to evoke images capable of giving concreteness to symbols and allegories. At times it seems that the subtext has overtaken the text, making certain passages of the narrative somewhat instrumental to the reflection that follows, rather than the other way around, but all in all this is fine, because the storytelling works and leads to unexpected twists.

A splendid port for one of the best tower defense titles of all time. If you already have played the game in its previous incarnations, though, be aware: apart from the trophy list and the unnecessary touch controls, there's nothing really new here.

BioShock: The Collection is a good remaster, with graphics visibly improved. It includes all single-player content from the three games and that makes this collection perfect for those who have never played a BioShock in their life, but the lack of fresh new content makes it less suitable for longstanding fans.

The Wolf Among Us Episode Five: Cry Wolf is the amazing ending of the Telltale Games’ outstanding noir.

It hasn't got much innovation, that's for sure, but Leo's Fortune is a great platform/puzzle game, with lovely graphics and a lot of depth, especially if you're aiming to the top scores.

FIFA 16 doesn’t reinvent football, but talks about football: CPU might be a little ‘too perfect’, and the goal keepers are far from perfect, but the game is a step forward in the right direction.

The return of Resident Evil 3 manages to maintain the balance between memory and adaptation. Even if the withdrawal of certain characteristic aspects of the original game could disappoint the most avid fans, the care taken in the reconstruction of the atmosphere and of the feeling it is visible an above all, perceivable. Nemesis could have more stage time, of course, but even so its presence hovers in the apocalypse of Raccoon City, and when it finally manifests itself, it is as beautiful as it is distressing.

Consider Super Mario RPG as a textbook: if you want to know how Paper Mario and Mario & Luigi were born, you're in the right place. If you're looking for a great Mario RPG, you'll find an outdated game.

The best possible version of Final Fantasy X and one of the best remastered version of an old generation console game to date: Square Enix did an amazing job to take all Tidus and Yuna’s fans back to Spira.

Fatal Falls introduces two new biomes, a new boss fight and few but notable new weapons, enriching the Dead Cells experience for veterans and novices alike. All in all, a very good addition to the wonderful action roguelite by Motion Twin/Evil Empire.

Almost two years in early access were apparently enough to rough out the edges and Prodeus 1.0 is an intense, fun and satisfying first person shooter.

Superhot VR is one of the few VR games that you have absolutely to play thanks to the intriguing concept of time manipulation and to the perfect utilization of VR mechanics.

One of the best action games from the past generation in a remaster that makes it one the best on the new generation.

Chicken Police: Paint it RED! offers a pleasant experience that keeps the player's attention throughout the story thanks especially to a good balance of intrigue and humour. Every piece of the puzzle finds its place, both in plot and in gameplay, and the final product is really a fully satisfying one. A good game.

PES 2018 is almost a carbon copy of the 2017 edition... until the start of the match. Konami has improved the gameplay in every possible way. It's a pity that game modes and options at this point are more than dated.

If you manage to get beyond the absence of the single campaign, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is a solid multiplayer shooter full of content.

An almost perfect game with just some minor flaws that don't ruin the overall experience.

Ghost of Tsushima is a love letter to the chambara movies and delivers great atmosphere and stylish visuals, but Sucker Punch’s open world fails to bring a compelling and cohesive experience gameplaywise. With its highs (duels, mythic quests) and lows (open world structure, quests), Ghost of Tsushima is an average game, and sadly feels like a lost opportunity to bring to the players the definitive samurai experience.

A nice rehearsal of the best "Tales of" chapter. Very nice if it's the first time you play it, superfluous if you already played the original version.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 proposes many good contents for everyone and goes on the safe side, but it does so damn well and with such self-confidence that it mesmerizes.

A MOBA with a very distinct personality that comes from its unique design choices and control system.

Much more than a simple tech demo: Astro's Playroom is a bite from the future and an exceptional way to understand what the new DualSense is capable of.

One of the finest Wii games make its "return" on the 3DS. Monster Games managed to squeeze the brilliant level design and the epic challenges of the original game in this 3DS port. Some minor visual problems keep it a step away from the original Retro Studios game, but it's absolutely still worth playing.

Surprisingly, this mobile game is really able to portrait the original spirit of Tomb Raider. A bit too easy, but remarkably done.

Guacamelee 2 is as good as the first episode: if you loved the original one, five years ago, you'll like this too. Wonderful art direction, great music, very good gameplay, just a little bit frustrating sometimes.

Persona 5 Strikers is the perfect sequel to Persona 5. A game that reinvents the formula that has made hundreds of thousands fall in love, while maintaining the pompous and unattainable style that characterizes the series. The first half of the adventure falls short in comparison with the second, and even at the highest difficulties the game fails to provide a real challenge, but these issues won't ruin what is, in fact, a really fun experience with an incredible cast of characters some of the best moments in the entire saga.

A must for all the competitive Street Fighter IV players. The news features are nice, the five characters are interesting and the updated mechanics will change the pace of the game, making it more strategic.

There’s something brilliant in Flop Rocket’s control scheme, something that makes this arcade easy to learn but hard to master, and definitely worthy of your time.

FIFA 18 is still a spectacular rendition of "the beautiful game", but also a step back in the series.

If you love slow, atmospheric, cryptic, and introspective horror, and you’re not afraid of getting lost in corridors that seem to go on forever, Luto is an experience worth trying.

EA Sports College Football 25 is simply one of the finest interpretations of American football since NFL 2K5. Dynasty mode is great, Road to Glory has untapped potential while CUT has all the pros and cons of EA's Ultimate Teams. It's been years since I've played such a beautiful, engaging and well-curated simulation.

It's not the best looking JRPG out there, but it's a very deep, challenging and long game. And finally it's available in Europe.

The classic CTR returns faster, bigger and even better.

Wreckfest is the spiritual successor of FlatOut and Destruction Derby and offers a fun, hectic, solid experience. Now on consoles, too.

An unmissable collection for all fans of the series, which offers a new and very welcome point of view outside the well-known courtrooms.

Persona Q is a testament of how good Etrian Odyssey and Persona 3/4 were, and mixed together then seem to work almost better.

Visually stunning, Kingdom Hearts III is all about being cool while delivering us the best conclusion for a long-time series.

Still great and perfectly suited for portable gaming, Runner 2 on PS Vita has got some minor technical hiccups that do not prevent it from being extremely fun and such a joy to look and listen to.

What the golf? is probably the funniest game of 2019. The concept of transforming everything in golf is amazing and the game mechanics are simple, fresh and entertaining. Fun, lighthearted and addictive, it's perfect for quick runs, coffee break and nights of relaxed gameplay.

A fun shooter that shines thanks to a few tweaks to the original formula, as well as some new weapons, maps, and customization options that make Splatoon 3 the best chapter in the saga.

A bizarre, intense, brave, different game. It's got some issues, but if you're looking for an intelligent and peculiar game, you should give it a try.

It’s not that deep, but it’s bizarrely engaging and fun.

Like an old time shoot ‘em up but without the shooting mechanics: Helix is an amazing arcade game in which you just have to circle your enemies in order to kill them. And this is surprisingly fun.

Even though cowboys are not my favorite, Space Marshals is a solid top-down tactical shooter, graced by great visuals and precise controls.

A great conclusion to the Blackwell series, Epiphany delivers a poignant ending, the usually strong investigative and spooky gameplay and at least one breathlessly emotional "ghost story". Be aware, though, that having played the previous games is strongly suggested.

Battlefield 6 is the comeback that fans of the series were waiting for: a campaign that's little more than adequate, but a thrilling, tactical, and spectacular multiplayer experience, although still needing a few final touches.

Retro City Rampage DX takes the over the top vintage from the original versions of the game, adds an awful amount of enhancements and becomes a very good open world portable game.

A great sequel, even though it can't match its prequel, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is worth every minute spent with it.

A very nicely done port of a very nice space sim. IF you love the genre, and perhaps love Firefly too, it's a must have.

An excellent return of a classic, Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139 is a perfect opportunity for both newcomers and old players to (re)discover an action-RPG that was too badly criticized at the time.

Star Wars Pinball for Wii U is a flipper masterpiece, packed with content to keep you pounding away for hours. If you have already purchased the game on other platforms, you may re-evaluate the purchase just for the multiplayer options and the more generous dimensions of the GamePad.

It's not a hardcore simulator, but it's close enough. Project CARS is a very good game to drive.

Two Point Campus takes everything that's great about Two Point Hospital and improves on it while maintaining its unique charm. The new university simulator of Two Point Studios doesn't lack options and it manages to have a very deep gameplay without making the game harder to get into. The renowned attention for the life and the needs of the "little people" in the game is well implemented and never annoying. If you love simulation games you really shouldn't miss Two Point Campus.

Dragon Quest Builders succeeds in being both a beautiful RPG and a great sandbox game, delivering one of the most engaging gaming experience of its genre.

Transistor is a nice little adventure, an emotional one, with remarkable art direction and an interesting (even if somewhat unbalanced) combat system.

A great "more of the same" title that fits like a glove on Nintendo Switch.

Stray is not just a cat walking simulator, but a well-balanced adventure that turned out to be another winning bet for Annapurna Interactive. The merit of the success is to be attributed to Bluetwelve Studio, whose love for cats has allowed the French developers to create a very refined game in many respects. If you love cats and animals, don't miss Stray or you may regret it.

Yakuza 6 does not invent anything new compared to the previous installments, and the lack of many iconic characters from the saga shouldn't be understimated, but despite this, the final chapter of Kazuma Kiryu's adventures remains one of the best Yakuza installments ever.

Square Enix did it. They took a mediocre game called Final Fantasy XIV and turned in a fun MMO with a stunning character's progression system that cuddle the player far beyond the level cap. Eorzea is a vibrant and vivid world in which is way too easy get lost, and for this we have to thanks Yoshida and his team, that gave to use a game that is both modern and linked to a glorious past.

Step by step, Duels of the Planeswalkers becomes better and better with every edition. The addition of a bit more of deck-building in this 2014 release is a solid step towards a full-fledged Magic: The Gathering experience.

A lot of tanks, a lot of people and a lot of fun: World of Tank Blitz keep its charm even on mobile platforms.

A finely re-made classic that is still as engaging and fun as it was back in 2002.

If you have someone to play with, choose this cooperative retro platform, inspired by old-school games. Puzzle are clever and its level design is great too. Give a joypad to someone close to you, don't mind who it is, and enjoy the ride until the ending roll.

Sleep Attack is a tower defense game with a twist: you can rotate part of the stage. This may seem like a small thing, but it does all the difference, and above all makes Sleep Attack a special game.

A very good port, with all the "cross" functionalities you would expect, for a very good game.

Ys X: Proud Nordics is the definitive way to experience Adol and Karja's maritime adventure. The massive quality-of-life improvements to ship navigation and the rock-solid performance on current hardware elevate the already excellent Cross Action System to new heights. While a slow opening and a somewhat grind-heavy rune progression system keep it from sheer perfection, the thrilling combat, phenomenal soundtrack, and stellar character dynamics make it a must-play action RPG. A truly epic voyage that respects the legacy of the franchise.