Impulsegamer's Scores

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For 3,686 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 67% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 25% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 3.4 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 78
Highest review score: 100 OlliOlli World
Lowest review score: 10 Super Seducer: How to Talk to Girls
Score distribution:
3689 game reviews
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The overall plot, cast and character dynamics carry the story forward, and the bug-free experience, full stealth gameplay and other new mechanics set a new standard for future Supermassive games.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you only own a Nintendo Switch 2, Indiana Jones And The Great Circle is an absolutely must-have. Is it worth buying a second time if you already own the Xbox Series X or PS5 version? Not really, but if you want it to be an excuse to play the entire adventure again, then nobody should blame you for doing so. The Switch 2 version running at 30 frames per second will deflate some, but when you consider the addition of gyroscope functionality, the trade-off is worth it. Overall, Indiana Jones And The Great Circle on Switch 2 is a great Switch 2 game, even if it might be a harder sell for those who've already played it.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    MOUSE: P.I. for Hire is absolutely gorgeous eye and ear candy, but falls short in execution.
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    • 86 Critic Score
    Prophecies of Ash is a good first step in the right direction for Anno 117: Pax Romana. The volcanic eruption cycle adds a much-needed challenge to the game and prevents the playthrough from becoming monotonous, while it can be switched off by those who would rather not worry about natural disasters burning half of their cities to the ground.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    MOTORSLICE is a fast-paced action adventure set inside a massive, mysterious structure where movement and momentum are central to everything you do. You explore a shifting mechanical world filled with hostile machines, using a mix of traversal skills and chainsaw-based combat to push forward. As you climb deeper into its strange environments, it blends platforming, combat, and discovery into a constantly evolving journey that leaves a strong overall impression.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Adorable Adventures is a relaxed exploration game that focuses on guiding you through nature using scent-based tracking and simple discovery mechanics. It blends light puzzles, environmental interaction, and optional activities into a steady flow that encourages curiosity over challenge. Overall, it delivers a calm, low-pressure experience built around exploration, collection, and small moments of progression.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Shadow Update builds on what already works and expands it in ways that feel thoughtful and consistent. The new characters introduce fresh playstyles, the ball types open up a huge range of combinations, and the added passives and building give you more control over how everything comes together. It’s the kind of update that makes you wonder how the game felt before it existed. With one more free update on the way later this year, it’s clear the game isn’t slowing down, and if this pace continues, it’s only going to get harder to put down.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tamadotchi Life: Living the Dream might not be the bold reinvention some fans hoped for, but it doesn’t need to be to recapture the series’ charm. Even with its missing legacy features and a few creative tools that don’t quite hit the mark, it remains a wonderfully daft, personality‑driven sim that thrives on the unexpected. Perhaps what’s most important, though, is that even after spending a serious amount of time with Living the Dream, it remained funny. It’s the kind of game you dip into for ten minutes and suddenly find yourself grinning at a Mii having a meltdown or, well, trying to stop a Mii from making an ill-timed proposal to someone that’s just not that into them. If you’re willing to embrace its quirks and forgive its limitations, Living the Dream is a welcome, delightfully weird return to one of Nintendo’s most eccentric worlds, and an even better introduction to those yet to familiarise themselves with the Tamadotchi universe.
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    • 86 Critic Score
    WRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR - Brutal Edition drops you into a dying world where constant movement and quick decisions are the only way to survive. You push through large, secret-filled levels using a mix of ranged weapons, close combat, and fast traversal tools that keep every fight in motion. It’s a gritty, old-school inspired VR shooter that thrives on speed, pressure, and learning to stay one step ahead of everything coming at you.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    ChainStaff is a fast-paced action platformer built around a single, highly flexible weapon that blends combat and movement into one system. You explore alien-infested environments while making choices that affect your abilities, progression, and how the story unfolds. It’s a game focused on experimentation, replayability, and learning how to master its unique traversal and combat flow.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Aphelion is a beautifully created game by Dontnod and while it's gameplay has its issues, the narrative is pure sci-fi perfection.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Tides of Tomorrow set out to overhaul the choice-based games genre with it's Story-Link feature and, while promising, it is a relatively shallow mechanic. Still, the original wrinkle it adds on top of a solid, albeit flawed single-player choice-based game is a welcome addition to the genre.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Saros, while not without some notable flaws, is still an engaging, intricately crafted, and intriguing roguelike action game that sets a new bar for Housemarque as an upgrade to Returnal in many ways.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Capcom digs into their past to pave the way for their future, taking the tight gameplay experiences of their PS2 era games with a fresh new hook.
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    • 98 Critic Score
    A fantastic 3D puzzle game with relaxing music and beautiful touches of life in many scenes.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is not only brutally challenging but also very satisfying that is made for people who enjoy this genre and it plays remarkably well on the Steam Deck with responsive controls and only occasional performance hiccups. It’s not without frustrations as the difficulty spikes, reliance on RNG and late‑game grind can make the experience uneven once the early novelty wears off. But if you enjoy survivor‑style games and want something with a darker, more atmospheric twist, this is absolutely worth your time, so expect a mix of triumphant runs and the occasional boss that ends your hopes before you can blink.
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    • 82 Critic Score
    Ereban: Shadow Legacy is a tightly designed stealth experience that focuses on clever movement, shadow mechanics, and thoughtful level design. Its systems are simple to understand but surprisingly flexible, encouraging you to experiment with different routes, abilities, and playstyles across its compact chapters. While it has a few minor rough edges, the game’s creativity and clear passion from the developers make it an impressive and memorable debut.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike is messy but addictive, capturing that "just one more go" feeling as you chase the winning run.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Though the devs aimed for quantity and size rather than quality and coherence, exploring the hidden corners of Pywel to engage in different side-quests and activities is a thirst that will keep any fan of fantasy action games entertained for tens if not hundreds of hours.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Restore Your Island may be a relatively short experience, but it succeeds in delivering a relaxing and rewarding gameplay loop supported by light humour and a strong sense of progression. While its mechanics can become repetitive over time, the steady visual transformation of the island provides enough motivation to keep going. The game’s laid-back pacing, combined with its Walkman-controlled soundtrack, makes it an ideal escape from the noise of everyday life. It’s a game that doesn’t demand much from the player, instead offering a calm and satisfying experience that can be enjoyed at your own pace. With additional content updates and expanded systems, Restore Your Island has the potential to grow into something truly special. As it stands, it’s a charming and enjoyable experience—perfect for players looking to unwind, recharge, and enjoy a small but meaningful sense of accomplishment.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    CrossWorlds crashes onto Switch 2 with a version capable of challenging Mario's karting crown.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    A visually arresting, mechanically sharp extraction shooter that offers fun and rewards for those with the patience - and the time.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Trial and error stealth muddies the otherwise crystal clear waters of this endearing puzzle platformer.
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    • 76 Critic Score
    If you enjoy exploring rich, unsettling worlds while uncovering a story one step at a time, I highly recommend checking out Incantation.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    New Super Lucky’s Tale on PlayStation 5 is a charming, polished and technically a remaster of the original game that benefits greatly from the console’s capabilities. It may not offer surprises for those familiar with earlier versions but it delivers an uber‑fun gaming experience that is sorely needed. Recommended for lovers of platforming fun.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario Bros Wonder was a return to greatness on the OG Switch and with its performance tweaks and incorporation of new multiplayer excitement thanks to Meetup in Bellabel Park, this is a must have game if you missed it the first time around.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Total Chaos is a survival horror game that drops you into a decaying island filled with danger and mystery. You scavenge, craft, and fight to stay alive while uncovering what went wrong in this isolated place. It blends tense exploration with layered survival mechanics to create a dark and unsettling journey.
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    • 90 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a calm, comforting gaming experience that trades stress for serenity, Collector's Cove hits the spot perfectly.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    All in all, Restored Land is a bit of a hit and a miss. But it’s a free update, the biggest Techland has ever done, and arrived a little over half a year after launch. For anybody who plays Dying Light solo and hasn’t played The Beast before, Restored Land would be a great way to experience the story and campaign for the first time. But anybody that’s already gone through Kyle’s vendetta with the Baron before will have to do so all over again.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    MLB The Show 26 isn’t a dramatic overhaul but it is a step in the right direction. Its improvements to data presentation, career progression, defensive realism and strategic depth make it a richer and more satisfying entry. Newcomers and players who skipped last year’s release will find plenty to enjoy, while long-time fans will appreciate the refinements that keep the franchise comfortably ahead of its rivals. Solid!
    • 81 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster brings a classic 90s shooter back with smoother performance, updated visuals, and modern controls while staying true to its original design. You play as Kyle Katarn, tackling mission-based levels filled with exploration, combat, and light puzzle solving against the Empire. While some older mechanics can feel dated, the core gameplay and Star Wars atmosphere still make it an enjoyable experience.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Screamer is a great game and while not without flaws, has several engaging elements that make it stand out from other racing games of this era.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The cosiest, craziest Pokémon game with a concept so delightful you wonder why we haven't seen it sooner.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A delightful mashup that is greater than the sum of its parts.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Overall Shadow Tactics Blades of the Shogun and Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice are extremely well done ports of the 2016 and 2021 originals with plenty of content and smooth gameplay this is one game that has ported very well to the Nintendo Switch 2. Both games are available together in a bundle or can be bought separately if you want to try one before you jump into both. Do expect a hardcore experience but if you feel up to the challenge then you can not go wrong with either of these two games.
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    • 78 Critic Score
    RAGER blends rhythm gameplay with fast paced melee combat to create a VR experience that feels energetic and physically engaging. While the campaign is surprisingly short, the combat mechanics, weapon variety, and freestyle options make it easy to keep coming back for more sessions. It may still have room to grow, but its style, music, and satisfying gameplay make it a strong addition to the VR rhythm genre.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Project Songbird is a psychological horror experience that blends exploration with tense dreamlike encounters in the Appalachian wilderness. As a struggling musician retreats to a remote cabin to rediscover their creativity, strange visions and hostile manifestations begin to blur the line between reality and memory. While a few experimental storytelling choices and pacing issues hold it back at times, the strong atmosphere, voice acting, and unique setting make it a memorable entry in narrative driven horror.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Taking major inspiration from other indie games in both gameplay and graphical design, Crabmeat is a fun, decently paced horror fishing game with incredible attention-to-detail and lackluster visuals.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The best Stories game to date that easily stands shoulder to shoulder with its mainline brethren.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    So no, WWE 2K26 isn't the Best in the World, but it still does a mighty fine job, sorta like when Randy Orton faced Edge in "The Greatest Wrestling Match Ever" at Backlash 2020, it wasn't the greatest wrestling match, but it was very good-and so to is WWE 2K26.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse is a compelling supernatural mystery that, although not as creepy as its predecessor, still features a gripping narrative with plenty of twists and satisfying puzzles.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Under the Island is a bright, character driven adventure that balances lighthearted humor with a steady sense of discovery. As you explore its layered world, each new tool opens paths that once seemed out of reach, making progression feel natural and rewarding. It is the kind of compact journey that stays focused, delivers consistent surprises, and leaves you satisfied.
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    • 96 Critic Score
    Skunkape Games have remastered and re-listed Poker Night, given it a fresh lick of paint, reintroduced it's most important feature and all that at a decent price. They've truly gone all-in.
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    • 90 Critic Score
    Diablo II Resurrected Infernal Edition stands as a thoughtful and respectful fine-tuning of a classic with a new way to experience it thanks to the Warlock.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tales of Berseria Remastered is a great game despite some disappointing aspects. The new improvements make gameplay noticeably better but the drawbacks make the experience a little worse than it could have been.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Tokyo Xtreme Racer is a focused arcade-style racing game that puts you on Tokyo’s highways to challenge rivals and climb the street racing scene. You customize your cars, tune performance, and unlock abilities while battling drivers using the unique Spirit Point system. The game combines high-speed duels, strategic upgrades, and a gritty nighttime atmosphere for a tense and addictive racing experience.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The simplest way to put this is: if you enjoyed Portal and would like more logic puzzles — and don’t mind swapping your portal gun for a paint gun — then this is likely to be right up your alley. Some elements are a bit more threatening than Portal (i.e., foes that will pursue you), but they can be stopped reasonably easily (at least for a moment). The narration also provides an amusing overarching story, which is a nice little addition. Certainly worth a play if you enjoy puzzle games and like the vibe of Portal.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Love Eternal blends demanding gravity-based platforming with an unsettling, abstract horror narrative that lingers long after it ends. Its short runtime keeps the challenge intense while delivering a story that feels strange, emotional, and deliberately open to interpretation. It is the kind of experience that may frustrate you in the moment but rewards you with imagery and ideas that are hard to shake.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A perfect balance of survival, action, and horror featuring fantastic set pieces, superb combat and plenty of chills that long-time RE fans are bound to love.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Death Howl blends tactical grid combat with deep deck customization inside a myth soaked world shaped by loss. Each encounter feels like a carefully constructed puzzle where preparation and positioning matter as much as raw power. It is demanding and deliberate, but for those willing to engage with its systems, it delivers a striking and emotionally grounded strategy experience.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Overall, it’s a lot of fun for Star Trek fans or anyone looking for a sci-fi game with more intellectual depth than a straightforward space shooter.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Royalty & Legacy went from an underwhelming reveal to a Royal surprise. It's a more than fine pack for any Medieval Fantasy, swordfighting lover like myself. It's world is gorgeous and full of lore, and clear love and passion went in to it. It is not a must, but a welcome addition, and what it provides it does well.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    I’m really glad that Avowed and Obsidian Entertainment’s back catalogue for Xbox has now made it to PS5. This is a fantastic open-zone RPG with entertaining character role-playing options, an engaging cast of antagonists and companions, and satisfying combat systems that have been rounded out from a year’s worth of patches, bug fixes and content updates. If you’re like me and were waiting for the right time to explore the Living Lands, the time is now.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    With a terrific new fever racket system and wonderful couch coop mechanic, Mario Tennis Fever is a highlight of the longstanding series.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Run is one of Raschid’s strongest FMV projects to date which delivers a tense, well‑acted survival thriller with sharp pacing, high production values and genuine emotional stakes. Fans of interactive storytelling and cinematic horror will find plenty to enjoy.
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    • 76 Critic Score
    Aerial_Knight’s DropShot is a fast, stylish shooter built around constant motion and quick decision making. I found it easy to get hooked thanks to its clean mechanics, confident presentation, and short, replayable levels. While it left me wanting a bit more depth and variety, the core experience was consistently fun and memorable.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ride 6 is a polished and technically solid entry in the franchise that offers plenty for both dedicated fans and players willing to step outside their comfort zone.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    MotoHeroz HD is a fun, often infuriating game. It has enough gameplay elements to make it a fun, worthwhile experience when you only have a few minutes to while away on a game that you can just jump right into - MotoHeroz HD does this nicely.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Romeo is a Deadman is destined to be a cult classic. It’s a stylish and quirky action-horror adventure that is as funny as it is downright disturbing at times. The combat is solid and strategic, while the level design is smart yet straightforward, and it was clearly a labour of love for everyone involved. But what I really love about Romeo is Dead is that it’s not afraid to throw ideas at the wall and keep what sticks, and there’s a certain attitude that runs through the entire thing that is utterly captivating. It doesn’t care if you like it. It doesn’t care if you don’t get it. It does its own thing, it does it well, and that makes it Punk as Fuck.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A haunting, surreal and disturbing journey that sticks with you long after the credits roll.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yakuza Kiwami 3 is a superb remake that outshines the original in almost every way.
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    • 86 Critic Score
    Umami Grove is a cozy, physics driven VR adventure that blends light exploration, hands on cooking, and charming character driven quests into a compact, welcoming experience. Its tactile interactions, playful world design, and strong audio presentation make it consistently enjoyable, even if the cooking mechanics and progression remain fairly simple. While occasional physics quirks and polish issues hold it back from being something deeper, it still delivers a warm, memorable VR journey that is well worth experiencing.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you can get over the lack of analogue acceleration (although a GC controller will fix this), GRID Legends: Deluxe Edition offers a robust and rewarding simcade racing package, with one of the most entertaining story modes I’ve seen in a racing game in donkeys, and it stars Dr Who! Whether you choose to take to the track in handheld or docked mode, there are plenty of options to get GRID looking and playing exactly how you want. Toss in a truckload of DLC and core racing that looks and feels fantastic to play, and you’ve got yourself one of the best racing games on the Switch 2 to date.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Nioh 3 is a game that took me a while to get into. I wasn’t feeling the first hour or two, and I initially couldn’t get to grips with the Burst Break mechanic. At some point, though, it clicked, and I got into the groove; the world opened up, and the game was transformed. From that point, I couldn’t put it down. There’s a lot to like here, and enough to keep players engaged for dozens, if not hundreds, of hours, with a multitude of different build possibilities and ways to attack any given objective. Lacklustre graphics presentation aside, I couldn’t find many faults with Nioh 3. Definitely one to check out.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    All’s Justice delivers fast, explosive 3v3 battles where every character feels distinct and full of personality. The game mixes intense combat with exploration, missions, and collectibles, giving fans a lot to dive into. Despite a few rough spots, it stands as a polished, content-rich experience that celebrates everything My Hero Academia has to offer.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is without a doubt the best version of this classic JRPG. The diorama graphics look phenomenal, the new features save you time without losing out on the game’s identity, and the Switch 2 makes everything run smoothly. Some completionists might not like how much content was cut, but these changes turn a hard-to-finish epic into an adventure new players can actually complete. If you gave up on the PS1 or 3DS versions, Reimagined clears almost every obstacle between you and one of the series’ best stories.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Neon Inferno is a short but valuable experience. The game has enough action and variety in its settings and enemies to keep the players entertained while not overstaying its welcome. It’s a good game for a short weekend with friends and family, especially if you are not a hardcore gamer and don’t mind its shallow economy and progression system.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Cairn stands out as a gripping grounded climbing experience. It is demanding without feeling unfair striking without softening its edges and honest in its portrayal of a woman trying to outrun the life she left behind. Whether on PC or Steam Deck this is a climb that stays with you long after you return to base, particularly the metaphysical ending.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Lovish is a whirlwind of quirky challenges, absurd humor, and clever surprises in every corner. Each room feels like a mini adventure, packed with secrets, chaotic encounters, and playful twists that keep the game unpredictable. It’s short, smart, and brimming with personality, proving that a small game can leave a big impression.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    With the myriad of sidequests and things to do, this game will keep you playing for more than 10 hours. A thoroughly enjoyable, entertaining experience.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Fatal Fury is a classic franchise that still belongs with the greats of today, and it looks to definitively prove that this year to anyone that hasn’t figured that out yet. It’s already proven itself to me. Oh – and it has an amazing soundtrack as well.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Don't Stop, Girlypop! swaps gritty realism for pink chrome and chaos, and brings the bold, feminine energy the FPS genre was missing.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    I Hate This Place is a strong survival horror experience with smart mechanics, great monster design, and a compelling soundscape. Its flaws—pacing issues, stiff movement, and occasionally forced dialogue—hold it back from greatness, but they don’t derail the experience. For fans of survival horror who enjoy tension, stealth, and atmosphere, this is absolutely worth your time.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While Code Vein II's narrative leaves a lot to be desired, and the lack of multiplayer is disappointing, the gameplay is incredibly engaging and satisfying. With a few gameplay and performance adjustments, the game stands to be among the best Soulslikes this year.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    City Tales embraces a slower, cosier approach to city building. The district system rewards strategic placement rather than constant micromanagement, and the companions add depth to the story and gameplay mechanics. Combined with a soundtrack that quietly adapts to your progress, the game creates a cohesive medieval atmosphere that is easy to settle into. For players looking for a city builder with a rewarding gameplay loop that doesn’t require constant micromanagement, City Tales offers a satisfying alternative.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy VII: Remake Intergrade is easily one of the finest ports on the Switch 2, second probably only to Cyberpunk in terms of scale. It combines solid performance with a level of presentation that’s not far behind the PS5 at times – An impressive feat, considering you can play it during your commute. Just be aware it’s a voracious beast that will consume half your internal storage before you even press start. If you’re yet to experience Final Fantasy VII Remake (or thinking about giving it a second chance), Integrade for the Switch 2 is a wonderful way to reacquaint yourself with this bombastic meta-analysis of one of the finest JRPGs ever made.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    MIO: Memories In Orbit is a thoughtful, artistically driven Metroidvania that pairs elegant movement and purposeful exploration with a striking audiovisual identity. The game excels in its cohesive world design, meaningful customization systems, and a steady sense of discovery that rewards curiosity. The result is a confident, memorable experience that stands comfortably among the genre’s strongest modern entries.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Although the solo modes are fun, nothing is more enjoyable than pitting your skills against real-world opponents as it turns the sometimes generic racing into a virtual racing frenzy.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Yakuza Kiwami 2 is a solid Switch 2 port of arguably one of the best entries in the storied series. With the best antagonist in the entire Yakuza saga, memorable set pieces and a whole raft of interconnected side missions, superb games within the game, and a couple of stone-cold Saturn classics to play in the arcade, Kiwami 2 cements the series as one of the best times you can have on Nintendo’s newest hardware.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Whether you’re a fan or an old hand at Mortal Kombat, the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is unmissable. There is a vigorously faithful and feature rich adherence to preserving the core aspects of the original arcade versions of the Mortal Kombat games, as well as bringing along intriguing PS1 spin-offs and early 00s Gameboy Advance titles. If you’re looking for more modern entries you will be disappointed, but if you appreciate the legacy and the history of the Mortal Kombat franchise, this is an impressive and essential collection that ought to be a precedent for other retro videogame collections developed in the future.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora From The Ashes transcends the base game and its previous DLCs by delivering a gripping narrative with improved gameplay.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PlayStation 5 is more than a crossover release. It stands as a statement of unification that allows console players to experience the same depth of simulation once reserved for PC while benefiting from the tactile feedback of the DualSense controller and the introduction of new modes that give purpose to every flight. Whether you are chasing realism, competition or exploration this is a visually spectacular and deeply immersive aviation adventure that feels perfectly at home on PS5 and sets a new benchmark for what simulation can achieve on consoles.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It’s easy to get muddled in the endless sea of roguelikes, but occasionally, you wander on one that feels really special. Forestrike ticks that box. With a simple premise and a great combination of pick-up-and-play combat and involved strategy, Forestrike makes for a mighty fine martial arts adventure.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    I quite enjoyed Terminator 2D: No Fate. Having been a big fan of the ’90s Terminator 2 game, this was a touch of nostalgia mixed with a modern twist (almost like someone went back in time and altered the original game). I’m not entirely sure it’s worth the price tag… even with the different difficulty settings and the occasional points where you can choose how to proceed… it’s still mostly the same basic game. That’s not to say it isn’t worth getting… just maybe wait for a sale, unless you are a super fan and just want all the T2 goodness you can get… in which case, go for it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Unbeatable wears an undeniable amount of flair, but as of writing, it comes with its fair share of rough patches that have yet to be smoothed over.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Stepping into this VR dungeon crawler puts you directly in the heart of a dangerous fantasy world. You explore traps, solve clever puzzles, and wield magic while navigating dark corridors and hidden secrets. With a mix of methodical exploration, combat, and guidance from your raven companion, it delivers a challenging and immersive adventure from start to finish.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Aaero2: Black Razor Edition is a fast-paced rhythm rail shooter that blends precise movement, timed combat, and electronic music into a tightly focused arcade experience. The expanded Black Razor Edition adds more tracks, levels, and modes, making it the most complete version of the game to date. While some design choices take time to warm up to, its sense of flow and replayability make it a strong entry in the rhythm-action space.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Aside from a few technical hiccups (on Switch at least), Blood: Refreshed Supply is another solid console port of a stone-cold classic from the masters of the remaster at Night Dive studios. What’s most impressive, though, is how well Blood holds up. Much like the horror movies that inspired it, Blood is just as silly and violent as it ever was, but it’s also a masterclass of tight level design, an arsenal of satisfying and strange weaponry, and some of the biggest booms in gaming. If you’re the kind of sicko that loves a good retro shooter, Blood: Refreshed Supply is worth the sweat and occasional tears.
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    • 82 Critic Score
    Stars In The Trash is a short, hand-drawn adventure that puts you in the paws of a curious house cat experiencing the world beyond home for the first time. Through simple platforming and playful interactions, it captures both the wonder and danger of that journey with surprising emotional depth. It’s a compact, heartfelt experience that values mood and storytelling over complexity, and it leaves a lasting impression despite its brief runtime. That being said, it also doesn’t have the level of bloat that many of the later entries have, and the Switch 2 port is incredibly slick and, like Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut before it, is an absolute joy to play either docked or in handheld mode.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ultimately, though, if it’s your first time playing the series, Yakuza Kiwami is a decent place to start. Though technically, Yakuza 0 is the beginning of Majima and Kiryu’s stories, Kiwami is a fairly faithful remake of the original game from way back in 2005, so presents the actual beginning of the tale, as it was initially meant to be told (aside from a couple of bits to tie it to 0). It also doesn’t quite have the same flair or scope that much later entries have (technically 0 is the 6th). That being said, it also doesn’t have the level of bloat that many of the later entries have, and the Switch 2 port is incredibly slick and, like Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut before it, is an absolute joy to play either docked or in handheld mode.
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    • 77 Critic Score
    For devoted RPG fans looking for a traditional RPG, this could be worth a look, but for myself, I will keep waiting unfortunately.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the end, Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 HD is a fun port to the iPad that does not take anything away from the original game but rather opens it up for a whole new generation, especially casual gamers.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    In the end, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 is a very impressive game on the iPad that contains some of the best graphics to grace this smart device with almost flawless gameplay. So what are you waiting for, pick up your iPad, choose your virtual golfer and starting hitting those balls as you improve your skills and become the best possible virtual golfer you can be. With tons of replay value, this is gaming at its best on the iPad!
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    • 88 Critic Score
    In conclusion, Monopoly: Here and Now the World Edition for iPad is great with friends and even solo if you want to be captivated by one of the world's classic board games.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the end, EA have created another fun game on the iPad and iPad 2 and have successfully ported their Need for Speed universe onto this format. The gameplay works well on the iPad and the controls are almost perfect, although a little simplistic at times.
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    • 76 Critic Score
    At the end of the day, The Game of Life from EA Games makes the transition from the physical to the virtual perfectly and this is one title that should be taken away with the whole family during vacations.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    With amazing graphics, a sturdy control system and a story to die for, Dead Space is definitely a candidate for game of the year on the Apple iPad! Highly Recommended!
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    • 75 Critic Score
    In conclusion, Battleship for the iPad is a fun and addictive game and although it supports an AI mode for single-player, multiplayer is where all the fun happens because it's more entertaining to sink a friend's ship as opposed to the iPad AI itself.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    With single player and multiplayer modes, Battlefield Bad Company 2 HD has something for everyone.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A compelling adventure with an unfortunate case of the Wheaton's that often undermines its more pensive moments.

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