Donkey Kong comes roaring back with a knockout Switch 2 adventure packed with as much chaos as pure fun. A must-play if you own a Switch 2 — and honestly, even if you don’t.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.