Skate Story is a surreal, style-heavy skate adventure with a surprisingly tight sense of flow, smart risk-reward combos, and a standout soundtrack. Its hub sections can feel like filler and the camera occasionally struggles at high speed, but the overall trip is inventive, hypnotic, and hard to forget.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Switch 2 is an impressive technical feat. The open world holds up remarkably well - especially in handheld mode - thanks to smart upscaling and careful optimization. Mouse-style controls are absent, but touch-friendly UI and Ubisoft Connect cross-progression are solid perks.

Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a slick, 16-bit-style beat ’em up that delivers top-tier Marvel fan service, a great roster, and a satisfying Cosmic Swap tag system. Combat feels fast and responsive, though the screen can get a little too crowded during assists and effects. Overall, it’s a colorful, replayable brawler that captures classic arcade superhero energy.

Lumines Arise is a brilliant revival of the classic puzzle series, marrying addictive block-matching gameplay with hypnotizing visuals and a killer soundtrack. Its Burst mechanics, rhythmic pace and synesthetic presentation turn every match into a trance-like spectacle. This one’s an instant classic for anyone who loves vibrant, sensory-driven games.

Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow delivers an immersive return to classic stealth, with intuitive VR controls, clever sandbox-style missions and plenty of freedom in how you infiltrate and steal. Visual quirks and occasional bugs get in the way, but the tense atmosphere and strong mission design make it one of the standout VR stealth experiences of the year.

Rennsport aims high but falls flat with floaty handling, broken singleplayer and a thin selection of cars and tracks. Only the stable cross-platform multiplayer keeps it afloat. A bare-bones racer that struggles to justify its price.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond marks a strong return for Samus, delivering atmospheric exploration, tight combat and polished visuals that honor the classic trilogy. The new psychic abilities and refresh the formula, even if some additions - like talkative NPCs and the open-hub area - dilute the pure Metroid feel. A confident, modern comeback that largely sticks the landing.

Kirby Air Riders is a uniquely bold combat racer that hides surprising depth behind its cute exterior. Its tight, demanding mechanics and massive variety of machines, modes, and unlocks create a fast, addictive experience that rewards skill and experimentation. The steep learning curve and slow matchmaking won’t suit everyone, but players who stick with it will find one of the most distinctive and satisfying racers on the Switch 2.

ARC Raiders delivers one of the most thrilling and chaotic extraction-shooter experiences of the year, complete with brutal gunplay, a frantic PvPvE loop and a post-apocalyptic world that always keeps you on edge. The menu complexity and occasional technical hiccups detract slightly, but don’t obscure just how addictive the core gameplay loop is. A must-play for fans of high-intensity multiplayer chaos.

While its co-op-only campaign disappoints, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 rebounds with blisteringly fast multiplayer and one of the strongest Zombies modes in years. With sharper mobility, punchier progression, and some of the series’ most chaotic maps yet, this entry proves there’s still plenty of life left in Black Ops.

Anno 117: Pax Romana brings the series confidently into Ancient Rome with polished visuals, smart city-building systems, and a richly realized setting. Its refreshed mechanics and strong sense of place make it a rewarding and atmospheric return for fans of the franchise.

A great deep dive into the history of the most infamous fighting series ever made. The collection delivers strong nostalgic value with tons of extra content that easily make up for the fact that not every game has aged perfectly. A must-have tribute for long-time Mortal Kombat fans and fighting-game historians alike.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment refines the Zelda spin-off formula with faster combat, flashy Sync Strikes, and clever use of Zonai tools. Playing as Zelda and other ancient heroes feels fresh, while the story expands the Tears of the Kingdom lore in satisfying ways. Despite some repetition, its polished visuals, smooth performance, and exhilarating battles make it the best Hyrule Warriors yet.

The Outer Worlds 2 doubles down on witty dialogue, clever character building, and the offbeat humor that made Obsidian’s RPGs stand out. Its branching choices and quirky personality shine, but clumsy AI, overwhelming menus, and garish visuals hold it back. A solid yet uneven space adventure that entertains more for its charm than its polish.

A moody, atmospheric vampire RPG with strong narrative moments and memorable characters, but held back by dated visuals, clunky combat, and a hollow open world. Beautiful ideas, flawed execution.

Absolum delivers a stylish fusion of classic beat’em up action and roguelite progression. Its hand-drawn art, tight combat, and addictive upgrade loop make every run rewarding, even when the difficulty spikes sometimes feel brutal. Limited enemy variety and steep challenge aside, it’s a beautiful, hard-hitting brawler for those who don’t mind a fight.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A revitalizes the series with real-time battles, a vibrant Paris-inspired Lumiose City, and the triumphant return of Mega Evolutions. Game Freak trades visual spectacle for silky performance and delivers a fresh, modern twist on the classic Pokémon loop. A few dated quirks remain, but this tour de force proves Pokémon still has plenty of joie de vivre.

Hollow Knight: Silksong refines everything that made the original a masterpiece. With smoother movement, deep customization through Crests and Tools, and a stunning hand-drawn world full of secrets, Team Cherry delivers a metroidvania that’s both brutal and beautiful.

EA Sports FC 26 makes a confident return with its best career mode in years and dynamic Live Points scenarios. Dual gameplay styles add variety, though familiar flaws and Ultimate Team’s shadow persist. It’s not Champions League material yet, but a strong return to form.

Battlefield 6 marks a triumphant comeback for DICE. A stunning blend of large-scale warfare, explosive destructibility, and teamwork-driven chaos. Visually breathtaking, technically sharp, and the best Battlefield in years.

Baby Steps is absurd, clumsy, and oddly heartwarming all at once. Its hilarious ragdoll physics and painfully precise controls turn every step into a slapstick struggle, while the underdog charm of Nate keeps you rooting for him through the frustration. Not for the impatient, but a unique ode to failing, falling, and getting back up again.

Little Nightmares III looks great but lacks bite. Its haunting art direction and eerie atmosphere still impress, but the short runtime, predictable puzzles, and dull AI partner make this sequel feel smaller in every sense. Play it in co-op if you can — alone, it’s only half as fun.

Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 remain timeless platforming masterpieces. The remaster bundle adds little beyond sharper visuals, but the inventive gravity gameplay and stellar level design still shine as bright as ever.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a masterful remake that captures everything fans loved about the 1997 classic while modernizing it for today. With richly written characters, deep political intrigue, and addictive turn-based combat enhanced by smart quality-of-life improvements, it’s a strategy RPG that feels timeless. The dual option to play the original or the upgraded version, plus vibrant visuals and voice acting, make this the definitive way to experience Ivalice. A few omissions from War of the Lions are noticeable, but they don’t stop this from being one of the best tactical RPG revivals to date.

Ghost of Yotei delivers a visually breathtaking world, fierce combat, and an emotional revenge story that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Despite some familiar beats and minor camera issues, it stands tall as one of the PS5’s must-play action epics.

Dying Light: The Beast is the franchise’s most cinematic and polished entry yet, blending intense parkour, brutal melee combat, and grotesque gore with a darker story set in the Alps. Its skill trees and Beast powers lack depth, but the survival intensity and nightmarish atmosphere make it a bloody strong comeback.

Borderlands 4 expands the formula with its first true open world, smoother movement options, and a host of quality-of-life improvements that make it the most streamlined entry yet. The chaotic combat and endless loot remain as addictive as ever, but the many technical issues prevent it from reaching its full potential. Fans will find plenty to enjoy, though it falls short of being the definitive next-gen Borderlands experience.

Shinobi: Act of Vengeance is a near-perfect revival of a classic. It delivers razor-sharp combat, smooth platforming, and hand-drawn animations that make every move feel like an interactive anime. The game honors its 16-bit roots but enhances them with modern design choices that feel fresh and exciting. Storytelling remains minimal, and some platforming sections can feel unforgiving, but overall this is a stylish, exhilarating ode to Sega’s ninja legacy.

Lost Soul Aside delivers flashy, Devil May Cry-inspired combat, but stumbles everywhere else. The story is a cliché-ridden mess with weak characters, awkward cutscenes, and cringeworthy English voice acting. While the weapon variety, mid-combo switching, and magic abilities make for stylish and versatile fights, the lack of impact, clunky controls, and uneven difficulty spikes hold it back. Despite a decade of development, this long-awaited action game feels unpolished and far from worth its price.

Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition on Switch 2 delivers a surprisingly smooth and complete experience. Despite some visual downgrades and a 30fps cap, the game runs impressively well, includes both major expansions, and adds intuitive motion and touch controls. Storage limitations and the mandatory Ubisoft account are drawbacks, but overall this is a robust and highly enjoyable Star Wars open-world adventure on the go.

NBA 2K26 is a disappointing step back for the franchise. Core gameplay issues, messy design, and aggressive monetization overshadow the few highlights that remain. While MyNBA still offers depth, it can’t compensate for a product that feels stale and exploitative. A series once celebrated for authenticity now looks more like a cash grab than a love letter to basketball.

Cronos: The New Dawn shows Bloober Team stepping out of the shadow of Silent Hill and proving they can deliver original horror of the highest order. With its oppressive atmosphere, inventive mechanics, and grotesque enemy design, it’s a fresh yet familiar survival-horror experience. Some technical hiccups and a lack of difficulty options hold it back from true greatness, but make no mistake: this is one of the strongest new entries in the genre in years.

With its striking visuals, refined controls, and smart quality-of-life updates, this remake is the definitive way to experience one of gaming’s greatest stealth adventures. Despite some performance hiccups, it’s a faithful yet modern revival that honors the original while making it shine for a new generation.

Hell is Us isn’t without flaws, but it’s one of those rare games that dares to be different. This sci-fi survival adventure thrives on atmosphere, tension, and mystery, pushing players to figure things out on their own instead of spoon-feeding answers. The combat could definitely use more depth and variety, yet the overall experience feels refreshing in a landscape crowded with safe sequels and predictable formulas. As a debut, it’s bold, ambitious, and brimming with vision. This is the kind of game that might not please everyone, but deserves attention and respect.

This Switch 2 release is easily the best-looking version of the platforming classic, with slick visuals, fun new transformations, and clever remixed levels. But for the asking price, it feels like the package should deliver more content.

With a handful of iconic characters and brutally satisfying gameplay, this Reloaded edition is a stellar PS5 upgrade for Gears of War. Sure, its Xbox 360 roots occasionally show, but Gears remains one of the best cover shooters ever made. An absolute must-play.

Original concept, but Drag X Drive’s execution leaves much to be desired. It feels more like a tech demo for the Switch 2’s new mouse controls than a full-fledged gaming experience for Nintendo's newest console.

Mafia: The Old Country is a cinematic and atmospheric journey into the heart of the Sicilian mafia. But behind its beautiful façade lies outdated, uninspired gameplay that leaves much of its potential untapped.

Senua's Saga: Hellblade II delivers a phenomenal audiovisual experience on PS5. Its outstanding sound design and powerful visual portrayal of psychosis create a uniquely unsettling journey that’s well worth playing.

Aside from a few original ideas, Shadow Labyrinth ultimately falls short as a Metroidvania. The combat is overly basic, the platforming gets repetitive fast, and the game is brutally difficult. Our advice? Just rewatch that episode of Secret Level instead.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a solid in-between title for Soulslike fans. But if you’re looking for the next big step in the genre, or a Soulslike with a truly memorable identity, you’re better off looking elsewhere.

Jamboree TV brings some fun new Switch 2 features to an already great party game. The motion-controlled mini-games and all-new Frenzy Mode are definite highlights, but the clunky game structure and camera-based Bowser mini-games don’t quite hit the mark.

Rebellion puts forward an interesting concept with Atomfall, but doesn’t flesh it out enough to make it truly memorable. Despite a pretty — yet static — game world, Atomfall stays shallow across the board. Maybe Atomfall 2 will get it right?

An excellent PC port of a game that thrives on action. The story is less fleshed out than the main character, but the fast-paced combat is even more immersive on PC.

MLB The Show 25 shows respect for its players, with minimal microtransactions and a few genuine attempts at innovation. The only downside? The yearly release cycle makes it hard to justify this upgrade.

The captivating visual style, rich atmosphere, and cast of strong characters easily make you forget the mediocre gameplay in this one-of-a-kind action platformer.

he Great Circle delivers the coolest and best Indiana Jones adventure in decades. Got a PS5 Pro? Then you’re in for the ultimate experience, if you ask us.

Bethesda Game Studios doesn’t just bring the visual spectacle — they pack in a ton of upgrades without losing that classic Oblivion feel. A remaster done right, if only it weren’t for those annoying framerate dips.

Bend Studio delivers the definitive version of its underrated zombie hit on PS5. More stable, better-looking, and with a solid new Horde Assault mode. Now we’re secretly hoping for a sequel. Pretty please, Sony?

MotoGP 25 builds on the rock-solid foundation of MotoGP 24. Once again, the folks at Milestone prove they’re the only mainstream developers who truly know how to handle two wheels.

A debut that leaves you wanting more. Whether you're a turn-based veteran or diving in for the first time, Clair Obscur is an easy recommendation — especially if you're into dark worlds and storylines.

Id Software doesn’t shake up the formula flawlessly, but despite some shallow mech and dragon levels, they deliver another brutally fun shooter.

An intriguing experiment—perfect for multiplayer fans who don’t shy away from a tough challenge. But whether the Souls niche was really craving this? We’re not so sure.

A pocket-sized tribute to classic turn-based RPGs. It draws you into an intriguing world with fun characters and deep, solid gameplay — especially for a handheld title that stands out on its own.

A fun and clever way to explore all the tech and features of the Switch 2. It’s both entertaining and educational — but honestly, it’s a crime Nintendo’s charging for this. It should’ve been free for everyone.

The new open world might not be as captivating as we’d hoped, but Mario Kart World still hits hard as a Switch 2 exclusive — technically rock-solid, drop-dead gorgeous, and an absolute blast to play.

Hideo Kojima made up for his past missteps and turned Death Stranding 2 into the blockbuster the first game should’ve been. More action, more variety, less punishment — and just way more fun to play.

An excellent PC port of a game that thrives on action. The story is less fleshed out than the main character, but the fast-paced combat is even more immersive on PC.

Unfinished, monotonous, and riddled with so many bugs and glitches that MindsEye has become more of a parody of GTA. What undoubtedly began as an ambitious project ultimately became a disastrous action-packed failure.

Activision delivers another rock-solid, nostalgia-fueled skateboarding ride. It’s just a pity they messed so much with the structure of Part 4.

While Rogue City was the ultimate RoboCop game, Unfinished Business feels more like a watered-down rerun — albeit one with a few extra hits of sweet nostalgia.