By bringing the city-building–trade–warfare balance to Rome with finesse, Anno 117 shines with a sleek interface and a breathtaking atmosphere; but a short, shallow story and limited variety of military missions blunt its potential.

With Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, Square Enix is ​​showing us all how to improve old JRPG classics without disappointing old players and make new players love the game.

Buggy at launch, FM26 crashes, glitches, and breaks saves, while its much-touted 3D overhaul looks dated with stiff animations. Despite unmatched database depth and improved board/player interactions that can still fuel satisfying lower-league climbs, controversial feature changes add little—making this feel like an early alpha best skipped until patches and a discount.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a game from Game Freak's 3D era that at least gets things somewhat back on track. The battle system is enjoyable, the Pokémon's attacks and that familiar collecting feeling are strong. However, confining you to four walls with similar designs takes away the free spirit of Pokémon games.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Ninja Gaiden 4 and played the game with great interest. The touches and innovations brought to the gameplay are like a breath of fresh air for a genre and series that had lost its former popularity. Ninja Gaiden 4 doesn't claim to reinvent the wheel, and it's fair to say there are no particularly risky innovations in the game. However, the $70 price tag does raise some questions, especially considering it only takes about 15 hours to reach the credits.

Keeper stands out with its constantly evolving gameplay and surrealist design philosophy, while at its core lies the story of a deeply sincere friendship. A tale of rebirth, clinging to life, and a journey of struggle, told through the eyes of two unlikely heroes, this is another original triumph from Double Fine.

Even if you're not familiar with tactical RPGs, The Ivalice Chronicles will draw you in. The battle system remains at the top of its class; the new interface and voice acting bring this classic experience into 2025.

Hirogami offers stunning visuals and art direction, successfully breathing new life into platform games, which have recently regained popularity. However, inconsistent level design, camera angles that can be frustrating at times, and a story lacking depth prevent it from earning a place alongside other major titles.

Battlefield 6 is a game with a solid core but one that hasn't quite found its footing. The multiplayer foundation is strong, the atmosphere is unmatched, and the technical performance is flawless. However, sacrificing the series' strategic depth for the sake of a ruthless speed based on split-second reflexes leaves it a step behind its legendary predecessors. Unfortunately, the campaign mode feels like a complete disaster that should be completely ignored.

Little Nightmares III, without being overshadowed by its predecessors, offers a unique experience for both series fans and new players by adding new elements to its proven formula and successfully integrating them.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger might be the best Digimon game yet. Its smooth performance, fun gameplay, and rich content delight fans while also attracting new players.

Dying Light: The Beast delivers on nearly everything it promises. While the action can feel repetitive at times, it's still fun, and wreaking havoc with your creature powers is a distinct pleasure. The map is smaller than previous ones but still offers enough content to be satisfying and is well-designed.

While Ghost of Yotei shares similarities with the first game, it's a production that builds significantly upon it. The game has a Western vibe, which is particularly noticeable in the bounty hunting missions. While it may lack depth in character development and presentation, it's a very good action game overall, with its fun gameplay, sword fighting, and graphics. If you liked the first game, I can say you'll love this one.

Silent Hill f is a solid game that manages to be a Silent Hill game even though it's very different from its predecessors, with dynamics that work perfectly within themselves. Sorry, a solid Silent Hill game! Frankly, the first 4-5 hours didn't quite win me over, but what followed —the shocking scenes I can't even describe, the dark story that feels like a challenging puzzle, and the much more it offers in New Game+— has already secured a special place in my heart.

Star Wars Outlaws has done a truly excellent job with its Nintendo Switch 2 port. The game offers the opportunity to play with Xbox Series S performance on the go. Details like achieving a stable 30 fps and the graphics being visually stunning in places demonstrate just how successful a port it is for the handheld console.

Despite all these minor flaws, The Rogue Prince of Persia offers a high-quality and enjoyable experience. Staying true to its series' legacy, it breathes new life into the roguelite genre with its fluid parkour and dynamic combat mechanics.

NBA 2K26 continues to successfully live up to its reputation as “the best basketball game.” Yes, it may not introduce groundbreaking new features or modes, but it manages to take last year's good and make it even better.

While Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots is a fun arcade golf game, it suffers from technical issues on the PC platform and grind-inducing structure of the game.

Despite some weaknesses that even the entertaining combat system can't cover, Lost Soul Aside is a game that players who enjoy the traditional action genre can enjoy.

If the movie The Thing means anything to you, if you've heard of the legendary artist H.R. Giger, who also brought the Xenomorph designs in the Alien films to life (pay attention to the Outer Shell design!), and if you're looking for a different and original experience in the horror genre, this is your game. Because Cronos: The New Dawn, while it may not usher in a new dawn, serves as a lighthouse for those seeking to navigate these waters.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater has modernized one of the most memorable games in gaming history for a new generation of players. Set in the gloomy atmosphere of the Cold War, this journey is one of the strongest examples of how deep and impressive a video game can be. It's hard to call it a complete remake, because apart from the modern camera angle, it remains very faithful to the original.

The Switch 2 version of Romancing SaGa 2 offers better graphics, higher performance and faster loading times, making this exceptional JRPG experience best experienced on portable consoles.

Mafia: Old Country captures the spirit of the series, offering a decent storyline that immerses you in its narrative rather than keeping you occupied with time-wasting activities like opening towers or assassinating hundreds of NPCs. While it has some great ideas, the execution generally falls between average and good. It’s definitely not a bad game, but it’s not as amazing as a Mafia game should be.

Shadow Labyrinth is actually a Metroidvania with some great ideas, but it feels like it was released before it was fully cooked. While the paper-cut character designs, some intriguing levels, and the perk system hold promise, the lack of practical utility for special abilities (and, of course, perks), unnecessary difficulty, and the game's failure to break away from outdated conventions—unlike examples like Prince of Persia: Lost Crown, which breathed new life into the genre—ultimately reduce the experience to an average one.

Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact offers a good fighting experience, but with its poor story mode, unbalanced characters, and obviously low-budget, weak content, it is far from being a game I can easily recommend.

Death Relives has a lot of interesting ideas, especially for a local production. The development team has taken on an intriguing story rooted in a different culture, crafted an effective atmosphere, and delivered a polished product with clever touches reminiscent of a mobile app. However, frequent crashes, poor animation quality, low-resolution textures on some models, and, most importantly, the game's reliance on a “run and hide” mechanic throughout its entirety undermine these significant strengths.

Wheel World was a real surprise for me. Its simple yet detailed world, satisfying racing and customization options, and great music introduced me to the world of bike racing, which I didn't know I loved so much. Whether you like the genre or not, give Wheel World a try if you want to relax and have some fun without putting in too much effort.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is already poised to be one of the most memorable experiences of the year with its mechanical depth, replayability and sheer joy of action. Unmissable for genre regulars and a great opportunity for all players with Game Pass, it heralds the birth of a new legend in the cursed lands of Shu.