Skautfold: Usurper is a tough Metroidvania and Souls-like hybrid. Consequently, it is cruel, unfair, and will drive you insane. However, if you can put up with its challenging ways, you'll discover a rewarding experience that will break your balls.

Chicken Run: Eggstraction is a fun-filled stealth adventure that is suited to older children and adults. This single-player or couch cooperative game is amusing but occasionally challenging. Avoiding detection isn't always easy and using your special chicken powers can be the only way to save your fellow chooks.

Amnesia: The Bunker is a fantastic horror experience. Moreover, it is reminiscent of Alien Isolation. Yet, a simple antagonist AI undermines the tension. Thankfully, the darkness and The Stalker keep you on your toes.

Beautiful and wonderfully clever, The Talos Principle 2 has a lot to say about both laser puzzles and the fundamental questions of humanity, even if it can't quite blend the two together.

Chronicles of the Wolf is a damn good time and it’s exactly what you’d expect. I’ve repeated that phrase a few times now, but only because it’s so objectively true. Like tribute bands and movie tropes, we need a touch of the old school to remind us how far we’ve come and how much fun we’ve had along the way. If you know what you’re doing, you can breeze through in 5 hours, but it’s just difficult enough to provide a decent length on a first play through, owing to some pretty tricky boss fights that just about avoid being annoying.

Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores is visually the best game I have ever played, and in terms of gameplay, it is enjoyable for me, although it may not be for everyone. But the story is the biggest weakness of the game, and I don’t think the story will be great in Someone’s opinion and it may just be the difference between those who say it’s mid and those who say it’s bad. But in different ways, this game completely shows off the power of the 9th generation console.

The foundations have all been laid, the walls erected, now Legion IX just needs a roof and a coat of paint. Despite this, I would recommend this title to anyone unfamiliar with the Tactical RPG scene. It’s simple to learn and rewarding to master, with various difficulties that cater to every audience possible. If anything, I recommend switching the starting difficulty to hard, rather than normal, as this mode won’t challenge you (apart from some weird difficulty spikes near the end). So if you’re interested in history and fantasy, or even just want something that’ll make you think, King Arthur Legion IX is a great place to start.

Lemon Cake Is a fantastic but hectic cooking simulator. Can you renovate this rundown bakery? Appease the customers, upgrade the equipment, and make everyone happy. With plenty of recipes on offer and loads of ingredients to grow, you must work hard, plan in advance, and stay calm.

Chip ‘N Clawz vs. The Brainioids could have easily been dismissed as a Ratchet & Clank knockoff at first glance, but it manages to carve out its own identity by blending action-platformer aesthetics with surprisingly deep real-time strategy mechanics. It’s accessible without dumbing things down, letting players enjoy both the direct control of a cartoon hero and the broader satisfaction of building, managing, and commanding troops. Solo players get a well-paced campaign that gradually ramps up complexity, but it’s in co-op that the game becomes something special, equal parts tactical and chaotic, often hilarious, and always rewarding when you and your partner finally sync up. The versus mode feels more like a bonus than a centrepiece, but it adds extra replay value with friends or strangers.

Biomorph may not be the soulslike it was perceived to be, but it set itself apart by impressing me with its transformational mechanics, strong customizable kit and riveting sci-fi story. Like the name suggests, you can morph into your enemies gaining a new and unique moveset. It is exponentially satisfying to utilize these monster’s abilities to traverse to new areas and find secrets. The serious tone of the story has tones of lightheartedness and lore that was given the care it deserved. Biomorph is an enjoyable metroidvania with many unique qualities that I wholeheartedly recommend.

Kona II: Brume is a dark and oppressive first-person narrative experience. Moreover, it outdoes its predecessor and will impress fans of the series. My only complaint is the uninspiring combat. This element felt like an afterthought and should have been better incorporated into the gameplay.

Intriguing and full of body horror, Raining City: Millions Recollections spins a nice tale, once you fight past the shoddy localisation.

Monster Energy Supercross 5 is a fantastic sports simulation title. With a vast array of bikes on offer, many tracks to tackle, and loads of game modes to try, this will keep you busy for hours. It is aesthetically pleasing, fantastic for newcomers and veterans, and is ultra-realistic.

Go Mecha Ball is a wonderful rogue-like title. Its fast-paced nature is tough to manage, but once you get on top of things, and you understand the fundamentals, you'll progress at a healthy pace. If you scream at brutally tough games, you will have a very hoarse throat after playing this.

Monster Energy Supercross 25 has some nice shiny new mechanics. However, evolution is limited and this will frustrate franchise fans. Yet, if you are new to the game, you will adore the stunning graphics, deep career, and interesting racing gameplay.

Iris and the Giant is a cruel and melancholy deck-building title. Furthermore, there are rogue-like mechanics, some RPG elements, and a touching story. What's more, I loved the artistry and the audio. Sadly, repetition and occasionally awkward controls taint the otherwise phenomenal experience.

The Legend Of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak 2 is at its best when it focuses on its wonderful cast of characters. This JRPG shines when you diverge from the disappointing and far too long main plot and instead focus on the brilliant and emotional side quests. Whilst there are too few improvements and additions to combat, it is still an addictive turn-based experience. Coupled with great visuals and a memorable soundtrack, you have the recipe for a enjoyable JRPG. It takes some missteps but mainly sticks the landing!

For the price of a movie ticket, and with a runtime similar to a lot of movies, Abtos Covert is an excellent choice for someone looking for a couple of scares. If you’re a fan of horror in general and haven’t given surveillance games a shot, this is also a great place to start. It is simple and does not overstay its welcome.

Silly Polly Beast is a wonderfully old-school horror adventure that has a modern edge. It is cruel, challenging, but brilliantly rewarding. Although I found it to be frustrating, I loved every minute of this must-play game.

Farworld Pioneers is an amazing survival simulation title. What's more, fans of Rimworld and Terraria will love it. With masses of content, and some brilliant end game experiences, this is addictive and hard to put down. Unfortunately, though, the controls weren't great and there are bugs and glitches. However, I'm sure these will be rectified in the future.

Fueled Up is a chaotic cooperative title that will make you laugh and grimace. This space-themed game is fast-paced and challenging. Furthermore, you must balance aggression with tactical nuance. This is easier said than done as the space octopus wants to undo every ounce of hard work.

If you are buying Master Detective Archives: Rain Code Plus for the first time you will find a great compelling story full of mystery, intrigue and superb characters. Great visuals, beautiful art style and stunning voice acting make this game a truly must play game. However, gameplay remains a true mixed bag, making it a shame for returning players that there is not enough new content or quality of life improvements to really warrant returning to this game.

Thoroughly pleasant, if a touch one-note, Gimmick 2 is an old-school platformer that's been sensitively modernised. Challenging, with lovely, smooth controls.

Hell Pie is a vile and crude 3D platformer that will make you laugh. With many well-trodden mechanics and interesting levels to explore, this will keep you busy. If you love your collectables, then this is the game for you!

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III is a nostalgia-infused platformer that will make you smile. I loved the zany levels and the monsters. Furthermore, it can be enjoyed with a friend. My only complaint is the lack of an auto-save facility.

Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown is a fine hybrid experience. With choose your own adventure elements, team management, exploration, and survival mechanics, this is an impressive addition to the genre. I enjoyed my time in deep space, but the harsh reality of failure will be a sticking point for many.

Forever Skies stands as a bold and elegant entry into the survival genre. It doesn’t try to compete with the fast-paced chaos of PvP survival or the crowded silly co-op experiences of similar titles. Instead, it offers something quieter, deeper, and more reflective: a solitary journey through beauty and ruin, driven by discovery and sustained by curiosity. It’s a game that trusts you to take it slow, to get lost, and to find meaning in the silence. For those who love exploration, customizable bases, and stories told through the environment rather than exposition, this is a game that deserves your time. Even if the skies make your knees weak.

The game Tinykin brings players a joyful and fun adventure, where one must solve and discover ways to find your way through each spacious location. There are so many things to see and solve for friends that are just as small as Milo the character you’ll be playing as. It’s a bright and joyful game, without monsters attacking, but with plenty of puzzle-solving planning to get you from one location to the next. It’s a very fun game that will keep you entertained for hours and provides plenty to do in each new location you visit.