Against the Storm is an independent proposal that combines the foundations of a city-building game with the unpredictability of a roguelite, in a format that is not boring and offers constant replayability thanks to the versatility of the title.

Hades is Supergiant Games’ latest production, and also their best to date. Young prince Zagreus attempts to escape from the underworld due to reasons we’ll slowly uncover as the plot evolves. He’ll be aided by the Gods of Olympus, but only our own skill will decide if we came out victorious or if we die trying, returning home to start all over again. An action Roguelike perfectly designed like no other.

In all aspects, this is the best version of a Grand Strategy game, far exceeding the second installment and, as controversial as it sounds, becoming the best candidate for strategy GOTY this year. A large number of mods (more than 100) and the fact that the game is never the same, no matter the starting options we choose, plus a community that is constantly active, all of this makes this a game that I would recommend to any fan of strategy games and RPGs.

Baldur's Gate 3 is an incredible game, full of player-driven choices and expressive combat that appeals to creativity. It is a deep, flexible and immersive title capable of telling a gripping story that invites replayability. Larian Studios has brought to life a proposal that everyone, even those responsible for the original two installments, can certainly enjoy.

A very skilled hybrid game between point-and-click adventure and platformer. The plot and the surprises it has in store make it a very special, unique and absolutely satisfying game.

Resident Evil Requiem is everything we hoped for and more, positioning itself as a strong contender for the best in the entire franchise.

What does perfection really mean in a video game? Only a masterpiece can generate that series of questions and a debate around it. That ambitious experience that, in its search, goes for everything and beyond. For me, without a doubt, that represents a 10.

The Last of Us Part II is a third person action game, a survival horror, an immersive sim, a walking Simulator, and snippets of so many others, all at the same time. Without the immensity of an open world, it masterfully emulates the sense of freedom, and without the classic features of an RPG, it has allowed us to make the characters our own. Or rather, the other way around. It is an evolution for the genre in terms of technical aspects and an exercise in maturity in terms of how it deals with its themes. Despite some sloppiness, it holds the highest of standards and sets the mold for what should be the next generation of AAA games.

Kentucky Route Zero begins on the road and expands to dozens of stories, all of them unforgettable. A must-play mystery and surreal adventure that took almost 10 years to be complete and has defined the ways of telling stories in video games, influencing many different titles.

UnderMine is built to punish, but also to reward those who overcome the challenge with effort and skill. It is a game that is always a pleasure to play again, and that can steal hours and hours of our lives with no apparent effort.

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a challenging game and a must for all those who love FromSoftware's works. Incredible battles, a high degree of customization and brilliant bosses are some of its high points that place it among the best releases of the year.

Death Stranding on PC is the best version of a true masterpiece. The pace of the game is relaxed and the open world is immutable, so conquering it requires great effort and patience. This makes it boring for some players. But, for others, it will be tremendously rewarding because our steps, however small, have an impact on the game's world.

Persona 5 Royal improves the original absolutely in every respect. The new soundtrack is as amazing as ever, the bonus content offers a better ending than the original, and the combination of these elements builds an almost perfect game.

The sum of all the elements that make up the game create a captivating game in every sense. The title not only plays very well but also has a story to tell and memorable characters that we won't soon forget. Throughout the experience, there are fun moments, dramatic moments, mind-blowing combats, and, above all, a game full of heart. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 meets and exceeds every one of my expectations, making it one of my favorite games not only of the year, but in recent memory.

At a certain point, it becomes challenging to find the ideal words to describe Granblue Fantasy: Relink because I feel that none are sufficient. Rare are the games that leave me feeling this way. Those games that, no matter how hard I try to find a negative aspect, I cannot. Those games that I want to keep playing for hours on end without a break, like when I was a carefree child. Those games that remind me why I love video games. And Granblue Fantasy: Relink is one of those games.

The sequel to Hideo Kojima's divisive delivery simulator trades the impenetrability of the first game for a more accessible story, vastly improved combat and a sense of freedom that ensures the experience is replayable.

Hitman III is by far the best stealth game today and part of a true action-adventure trilogy that must be played and that everyone should enjoy.

Elden Ring feels like the natural evolution of a video game series that continues to reinvent itself after more than 13 years of its birth. FromSoftware is simply the best at what they do. While there are some technical issues and repetitive structures and creatures, Elden Ring is a cruelly wonderful piece of work and one of the best adventure games of recent years.

One of those video games that kicks the board and changes the rules. One of those experiences that leaves you thinking all the time when you're not operating your controls. Is that called a masterpiece? For me, without a doubt.

Once again, Capcom leaves us speechless. We are only in the middle of March and this Resident Evil 4 is one of the best games of the year, along with the Dead Space remake. We are facing an immense proposal, with an amazing cost and production design, which is reflected in every aspect of the game. The direction is incredible, the design is incredible.

There are many reasons why Loop Hero is an amazing game, such as the combination of different mechanics from different genres, setting up the road and your camp as if it were a strategy game, building our hero as if it were an RPG and the story, very similar in storytelling to graphic adventures of yesteryear. All of this makes a combo that everyone should enjoy.

Dead Space Remake is a game that we needed. EA and Motive, in the same way as Capcom with their Resident Evil remakes, have marked a path. And that path will place this title on the podium of the best of 2023, without a doubt.

Simple controls and tactical complexity merge to achieve the year’s best wargame in Unity of Command II. It’s a game that forces you to optimize each one of your moves, like a classic board game in the style of Risk, but without the randomness. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this game, either to novices or veterans of the genre.

Saros establishes itself as one of the best releases in the genre, demonstrating—once again—the talent of Housemarque. Its superb and precise gameplay shines in every combat encounter, making it a memorable game.

The Ascent is a simple RPG with great gunplay. Amazing graphics and highly enjoyable action-packed gameplay in a game where every combat is eventful.

Spiritfarer turned out to be a grand sea adventure of resource management, which added a generous collection of stories through a memorable cast of characters, all of them animated in a most sublime way so to give this game a feeling of pure magic.

Inscryption, without a doubt, is one of the best indie games of 2021. In the indie scene, there are quite a few risky and unique projects, but few are also as fun in the most playful sense as Inscryption.

Pragmata, Capcom's new IP, is a fantastic experience in which the lead duo steals the show, standing out against an excellent technical execution and exquisite gameplay.

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is one of the best fighting games of the year, improving upon everything the previous title accomplished and adding even more elements that contribute to an incredible experience.

I genuinely believe that V Rising has a complete product for almost any type of player. The only reason you shouldn't give it a chance is if you absolutely don't like survival games. The only thing I would like it to have a bit more of is variety in the boss movements (especially in the first half of the game) and more variety in the music, but at least one of those complaints is addressed by the Brutal mode in this version 1.0.

More personal and more "out of costume" moments are part of one of the best superhero games we've seen ever. A natural evolution and improved in every aspect over the previous two installments that Insomniac worked to the last detail, and a must-have for any PlayStation 5 user.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is one of the best RPGs I've played in years, and can be compared head to head with the best exponents of the genre. Every design decision demonstrates Bioware's commitment to the legendary franchise and evidences their intention to return to the saga's origins.

Souldiers is one of the best modern metroidvanias and can stand up to any of the genre's favourites. Not only does it have great gameplay and spectacular visuals, but it is truly huge and detailed from start to finish.

Sackboy: A Big Adventure doesn't reinvent anything but it does well what a 3D platformer can do well. Unfortunately, the solo experience doesn't have the same excitement as playing it in co-op. In fact, playing single player means missing the multiplayer levels. If you have someone to share it with, you are going to find an adventure that makes you smile at all times, offering lots of fun. A challenge for adults and children.

Forza Horizon 5 is one of the best games of the year and starts the discussion on whether a racing title like this one could be GOTY. It stands out from the rest of similar games, both in terms of technical and gameplay aspects.

Darkest Dungeon 2 succeeds to prove that you can completely change the formula that once worked and still be a great game. Even keeping the elements that made the first one so special.

Black Myth: Wukong is a fun and challenging hack and slash action game that focuses on dodges, combos, heavy hits, and a large variety of bosses. The title meets the high expectations we had, although the level design left me with a slightly bittersweet taste.

The Final Shape provides a fantastic conclusion to a nearly ten-year narrative. It does so with emotion but without neglecting the spectacular battles with imposing bosses and an exquisite level of action. It is packed with content and serves as the starting point for an intriguing new story arc.

Octopath Traveler 2 is an incredible RPG. This is the type of game that needs to be recommended not only to fans of the genre, but also to those who are not JRPG lovers and want to experience something unique.

As we get closer to the conclusion, Alan Wake 2 becomes more enthralling. The questions that we thought were solved come back to light and the connections with the studio's other titles become more than evident. In the last stretch, it's the combat that gets in the way of our desire to advance in the story, but even so, each battle against a boss has a twist to enjoy. The ending will make us want to play it again, this time with a new perspective, and knowing the outcome each text and intervention is more enjoyable. Remedy managed to outdo itself and, at the same time, set a new standard for the genre.

Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is an expansion that improves the original experience. On Xbox Series it offers a smooth experience, with no server outages or bugs and makes Blizzard's classic feel as engaging as it did on day one. The new map is huge, the Spiritualist perhaps one of the most fun classes to play and the endgame content the first substantial improvement to gameplay since its original release.

Disc Room is Devolver Digital’s new indie gem, developed by the same team responsible of High Hell, Heavy Bullets, and Minit. In this frantic arcade action game we must survive inside dangerous rooms full of lethal saw discs. It’s an incredibly simple concept, correctly exploited in unexpected directions.

Death Stranding: Director’s Cut must have been the original version of a masterpiece that knew how to never leave anybody unmoved, being unique at the same time. For those who have PS5 and have not played Death Stranding, this Director's Cut is a must for their library. But for those who have already played Sam Porter Bridges's story, the incentives to replay this version are not so juicy.

Continuous and perfectionist, all at the same time. Astro Bot is one of the best 3D platformers of recent years. Hopefully there will be a lot more of this franchise in development.

Neon White is a hidden gem. The team of Ben Esposito and Geneva Hodgson brings us an ode to first-person gaming and undoubtedly one of the top games of the year.

Little Hope is the game that ends up establishing The Dark Pictures Anthology as the greatest benchmark for interactive horror stories. Man of Medan took a promising first step, but this time the balance between script, acting and interactivity is perfect.

I could give many more examples of how Monster Hunter Wilds rewards our time and willingness to play with its various elements and options while also making sure not to scare away new players. But the reality is that it's much easier to simply recommend Monster Hunter Wilds to everyone. It’s truly an incredible game, and there’s no better time to jump into the franchise.

Metaphor has nothing to envy and establishes itself as a new IP with personality and clear ideas. It executes them throughout the game perfectly, even if the ending becomes a bit tedious due to the overwhelming amount of options regarding how we can spend our time in the game. The narrative is one of the game's strongest aspects, even outside of its genre, and the characters, with only a few exceptions, are all extremely detailed and well-developed.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflections proves that Capcom is still doing an impressive job with its iconic franchises. With a fun combat system and an outstanding monster-raising system, it’s a game well worth playing.

All in all, God of War Ragnarok is a complete product and a true continuation of a game that was already almost perfect. Sony Santa Monica kept the aspects that put the original at the top and solved some of its problems, such as the level structure, the little variety of enemies and the lack of balance in the combat system. This is God of War at its highest level.

Persona 3 Reload is one of the best examples of what it means to bring back a title as complex as this into our hands. With all its changes, it feels fresh without losing its originality and sets a precedent for how to seamlessly blend so many gameplay styles into a perfect mix that looks, plays, and sounds top-notch.

Hornet is a worthy successor to Hollow Knight in this sequel that surpasses the original work. The Kingdom of Pharloom is beautiful, with varied settings and exquisite maps that guarantee challenging and fun progression.

With an excellent, deep storyline and a perfect atmosphere, Silent Hill f is a great comeback, managing to overcome even its weakest points to deliver a consistently tense experience.

Ghost of Yōtei is an unforgettable open-world action-adventure game that captivates players with its visuals, universe, narrative, straightforward combat system, and captivating protagonist.

SIFU is one of the best titles that came out so far this year. A game that requires full patience and commitment, and rewards attention and dedication with some of the best-executed action sequences and most satisfying combat I've played in years.

Nioh 3 has one of the best combat systems and endless mechanics and customization options that can overwhelm even the most avid fan. The combination of ninja mode and samurai mode is a unique evolution for the franchise.

Earthion offers a shoot 'em up experience with everything it takes to become an instant classic of the genre and a fantastic soundtrack worthy of Yuzo Koshiro's legacy.

With its charming, cartoonish style, Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel's title offers us one of the most profound, complex, and ambitious RPG/Roguelike games of this year that has just begun.

Thanks to its brilliant mechanics, long and engaging RPG-based story mode, in-depth tutorials, and excellent audiovisual presentation, Granblue Fantasy Versus manages to satisfy all those gamers who may show interest in the game.

Sharing Fall Guys with someone is ideal, but the laughs will come even when we're playing alone. This funny experience is enhanced by a visual style that could only be defined as eye candy and a simple, but catchy, soundtrack that makes us dance throughout the game.

Black Mesa will probably go down in history as one of the most ambitious, successful, eye-catching and exciting fan-made projects. Its value as a remake is very high: it elevates in every respect the original Half-Life by Valve and even adds a lot of content. It is definitely the best way to enjoy this story.

If Animal Crossing was always a very simple concept with very complex features, New Horizons is a toy hammer with the capacity to forge a universe, powered by each player's imagination. It's must-have game in the library of every Nintendo Switch user that perfectly exemplifies Nintendo's idiosyncrasy. Similar to a bonsai, It offers something that can be cared for and appreciated every single day.

Meteorfall: Krumit’s Tale manages to create a gaming experience that works in every way. Its gameplay is composed of simple, concrete rules, and highly engaging action. The generous diversity of its protagonists, added to its competent character progression system, will make us return again and again to explore this fantasy world, despite it can become hugely difficult at times.

Tunic offers a new experience, and even when it reminds us of Zelda and the Souls games, what keeps us playing is what Tunic can offer on its own.

Kunai is a fantastic experience. It delights us with a charming main character and an action challenge that is always adding something new to keep us hooked. Undoubtedly, one of the best games of 2020 so far.

Day and night is the best way to define my experience with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PC, compared to that of PlayStation 5. The version that Square Enix achieved for computers far exceeds that of consoles graphically and technically. It gives us a very wide range of options to modify our experience, and understands perfectly how to adapt it.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" is a title that innovates upon the foundations of its predecessors, offering revamped gameplay in its combat and an open-world exploration format that intertwines with the creation of a richly detailed world. With a touching narrative that delves into the bonds of each character, it's a title that promises to keep you captivated for hours.

There is no doubt that the most original stories and proposals in the video game industry are found in indie games now, and Dredge comes to continue confirming this theory with a unique game that mixes the peace of fishing with the tension of a lovecraftian story.

The strong point of Resident Evil Village is variety: it's a great survival horror that offers the best of the genre at once.

Hellblade II: Senua's Saga" far surpasses its predecessor, offering a technically impressive experience with touches of action and puzzle-solving, where all its elements come together around an emotional work that neither lacks nor exceeds a single second.

An 8-bit unforgettable experience that empowers the player more than several modern games, with a replayability value that is more emotional than mechanical.

Super Mario 3D World is a game that is going to receive its deserved vindication by being now on a console that does not stop selling and will probably end up ranking among the best in the series. Bowser’s Fury is an excellent addition that paints a prosperous picture of a future full of possibilities for one of the most iconic characters in the history of gaming.

Carrion is a relatively short, positively memorable experience. Our odyssey as the monster attempting to flee from the mysterious installations shines with a formidable audiovisual design and fully original gameplay. It's cool to be the bad guy of the tale, sometimes.

Leaving aside the discussion about whether this DLC should have been included in the base title, Separate Ways has all the weight to be a robust game on its own. While the story and the entire context is tied to Resident Evil 4 Remake, it offers us a new experience, with a completely different character, with improved and expanded gameplay, and with a very high difficulty in direct response to the dynamics it handles. Capcom's hand is felt in every section, and there is no doubt that we are in front of a Resident Evil with all the letters. In today's times, having a DLC in which you can invest up to 6 hours, is something very remarkable and appreciated. As part of the saga, there is no doubt that we are facing a proposal that no fan should miss.

SUPERHOT: Mind Control Delete is designed to last much longer than the original game, although part of this additional duration suffers in the form of repeating levels over and over again. Still, it's a pleasure to return to this digital universe to face new challenges with the help of new tools, and it's great to know that the core gameplay that made the first game a success is still where it should be.

At first glance, Ori and the Will of the Wisps may seem like more of the same. It's true and it's one of its strengths. Because every aspect of the game works in such a great way that we can feel that we are replaying the same great experience as that of the first game, but with small changes that make it even better.

Squadrons in the best Star Wars-based experience that a video game has offered in the past 10 years, at least.

Genshin Impact is here to stay. MiHoYo has just released a title that is likely to change everything for free-to-play games. What the game offers today is an incredible experience, with so much content that there are not enough hours of the day to experience it, and all of it is completely free.

Tekken 8 has not only become a benchmark on next-gen, but on how fighting games must be design for casual and hardcore players.

Dave the Diver is the right indie game at the right time. In a year full of great releases, Mintrocket shows us the worth of a simple and relaxed experience, that truly feels like a pleasure to sit down and play.

It Takes Two is one of the most special games that you will play in a long time. In pandemic times when it's still difficult to meet a friend face-to-face or play side by side in an coach, there's no better cooperative experience than It Takes Two.

Spider-Man: Miles Morales is a great game at the end of the day because it understands what makes a great experience, introduces new characters to fall in love with, and tells a deep story. Miles may have a long way to go, but if there's one thing this game proves, it's that the suit isn't too big for him.

Blasphemous 2 is a purist metroidvania, with an emphasis on exploration, that surpasses its predecessor without leaving aside everything that made it unique. It is fun, challenging, spectacular and better balanced.

Death's Door is amazing in many ways, but more than anything for anyone looking for a great single player experience with hours and hours of gameplay and many secrets to discover.

Othercide is very enjoyable for both lovers of tactics and for those who don't know this genre and want to start playing it. With a campaign that offers many possibilities and immense amount of hours, all this added to its very compelling visual style, especially if you are a Lovecraft fan.

The new game from Chilean developers Dual Effect builds on everything that made the first installment so successful. With impeccable overall design and all the healthy vices of the genre, Tormented Souls 2 manages to sneak its way into the ranks of the best horror games of the year.

Diablo IV is a social phenomenon and once again sets a new standard for the genre. It's a dark, spooky, action-packed experience. Combat is frantic, fluid and fun, while micro-management of resources and inventory feels better than ever before.

Assassin's Creed Shadows offers a gripping story with charismatic characters, an exquisitely beautiful world and a great stealth system. It's not perfect, but it is undoubtedly one of the best installments of the series.

With a simple premise that iterates on roguelike and puzzle solving, Blue Prince offers a unique and satisfying experience where every step and every door brings us a little closer to unraveling a fascinating mystery.

Battlefield 6 marks the triumphant return of the series with a solid campaign, spectacular multiplayer, and the leadership of Vince Zampella, who brings back the game's tactical and cooperative essence.

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is a high-quality package featuring some of the most important games in the industry, indispensable for fans and excellent for new generations.

Split Fiction is a title that shines for its gameplay and creativity, which takes all the elements of It Takes Two and elevates them to another level, making it a must play with a loved one.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II may not be for everyone, but those who decide to try it out will find that fortune favors the bold. Warhorse Studios presents a world with a high degree of freedom, a sublime story, and an experience that will stay with you for a long time.

Lies of P joins the list of this year's great releases and is a must for all soulslike fans. While it takes many of the elements already known in Dark Souls and Bloodborne, it manages to have its own identity with a great character design, a unique setting and a narrative that knows how to grow through the whole experience.

Insomniac has long since proven to be among the best developers in the industry with high-caliber titles such as Spider-Man and Miles Morales, but now it also manages to graduate Ratchet, Clank, Rivet and Kit to the pantheon of great characters and exclusive Sony sagas with a game that is synonymous with fun and a visual wonder.

Infinite Wealth sets the bar for what other games with secondary content should aspire to. It delivers high-quality content that naturally encourages players to invest countless hours. The main content lives up to expectations, and together, it makes for a fantastic game in the early months of 2024.

Shadow Gambit is one of the pleasant surprises of this 2023. A title that presents a catching and delicate mix between gameplay and narrative, which does not leave out veterans as well as those who are new to the genre.

Blade Chimera is Team Ladybug's first original metroidvania. This means that it is not based on any franchise, but its story and characters were made from scratch by the development team. And, as expected for those of us who have played their previous titles, the result is a resounding success. Not only is it a fun game, but each of its components work in harmony to create a polished and balanced experience.