Donkey Kong Country Returns HD manages to refine the series’ formula to perfection, featuring a fairly high difficulty level that may frustrate some players, but that we consider acceptable for those seeking a true challenge. The HD remaster on Nintendo Switch doesn’t offer many new additions, but it effectively revitalizes this modern classic, and it’s definitely one you shouldn’t miss if you’re a fan of platformers.

Mistwalker has rescued Fantasian to prove that turn-based RPGs can still surprise with dynamic and strategic combat mechanics accompanied by a superb artwork and a story that, while not surprising, takes very little time to captivate you. A must-have of the genre on Switch.

The legendary Dragon Quest III comes back to life with a perfect homage in the form of a remake. A challenging RPG that grips with its mechanics and charismatic world, although the passage of time hasn’t been kind to it.

Nintendo has made the return of Mario & Luigi in Brothership the most complete and entertaining entry in the series, blending strategic gameplay with immersive exploration in a new world. Although its story may feel a bit childish, its adaptation to Switch and the complexity of its mechanics make it a very solid and enjoyable RPG experience.

The best entry point to the Yakuza series. Kiwami is a heartbreaking story of redemption where the combat and the setting grab you despite its technical weaknesses.

Just Dance returns once again with Just Dance 2025 Edition. Although this installment doesn’t particularly innovate in gameplay, Ubisoft has decided to focus on accessibility in its dances to make the game more inclusive than ever.

One of the best and most complete party games in the entire history of Super Mario, hitting the mark with a great selection of minigames, options, and game modes.

Neva offers an emotionally reflective experience that will endure over time, standing out for its balanced mix of platforming, action, and puzzles, combined with a deep narrative and a strong visual impact.

Nintendo reimagines The Legend of Zelda series by using Zelda herself, creating an adventure very different from those of Link. It's clever and rewarding, offering almost complete freedom to experiment and turning this "classic Zelda" into a revolution of 2D sandbox games.

Ace Attorney Investigations Collection expands its universe with prosecutor Miles Edgeworth as the protagonist. Its new mechanics bring a breath of fresh air to the series, and while it eventually falls into the same tropes as its predecessors, its story is written with a lot of love for its fans.

Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club is one of the most mature stories Nintendo has ever created. Its impeccable narrative and graphics may be hindered by classic gameplay that hasn’t aged particularly well, but if you can look beyond that, it becomes an incredibly gripping and thrilling journey.

Creating absurd humor is no easy task, and Thank Goodness You’re Here pulls it off with great wit. Although it's not a perfect game and its style of comedy might not appeal to everyone, the artistic talent and creativity of Coal Supper have shown that they have what it takes to stand out with their first release of a graphic adventure for consoles.

World of Goo 2 is the perfect puzzle game on Nintendo Switch to enjoy both solo and with a partner, offering very entertaining and complex challenges by playing with physics and structures so you can experience the brilliance of the Tomorrow Corporation universe.

A modern game with a retro style that will delight speedrun fans, providing hours and hours of fun with some of the best classics in Nintendo's history.

Luigi's most personal adventure comes to Nintendo Switch with no more pretensions than being a high-definition version of a fantastic Nintendo 3DS game that successfully blends exploration and comic horror.

Banana Rumble is one of the most complete Super Monkey Ball games in history, with some technical issues that may cause slight dizziness at times, but it’s packed with content and challenges for all kind of players.

A simple JRPG set in the world of Monster Hunter with obvious visual shortcomings. It doesn't particularly stand out for its story or gameplay, but the setting and the universe of Capcom's saga make it a unique and refreshing monster-capturing experience.

Nintendo gives a sublime treatment to the remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door on Switch, adding and improving features to make the gameplay smoother than ever. The balanced combat system and brilliant exploration make it one of the best RPG games on Nintendo Switch.

An accurate online multiplayer submarine exploration experience that focuses on discovering marine wildlife and relaxation. The loss in sound quality compared to its predecessors is evident, as is the increase in the amount of content available and a wealth of collectibles to keep you entertained for dozens of hours.

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU tells a touching story about the loss of a loved one through the metroidvania genre. Both its gameplay and execution are solid, though the ambition to create a vast map has turned the continent of Kenzera into an empty place to explore.

A fun and original game showcasing the Princess Peach's most hidden facets, with some technical issues and a very low difficulty that may not satisfy all players.

A good adaptation of the Game Boy Advance game that satisfies both casual and experienced players, those looking for a cooperative puzzle experience, and even those seeking challenging platforming games.

Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy compiles three great games that continue the legacy of lawyer Phoenix Wright's adventures. Although its gameplay is very repetitive, the story promises to surprise with wild plot twists. A very enjoyable and fun title that will satisfy fans of the series.

Another Code: Recollection brings back Ashley's story with improved visual representation, but leaves the puzzles behind. It loses the essence of Another Code to give the series a more cinematic touch and turns this compilation into almost a visual novel.

A unique metroidvania with plenty of action, smooth combat, and fun, addictive exploration. Returning to the roots of Prince of Persia has resulted in one of the best games in the series.

The Indigo Disk will provide you with one of the best Pokémon experiences in recent years, thanks to all its new mechanics and a huge amount of new Pokémon.

Syn Sophia finally brings the world of fashion to Nintendo Switch. Fashion Dreamer is a game full of possibilities, clothes and patterns where Likes have devoured every possible story. A beautiful and stylish title whose biggest enemy is its gameplay loop and progression.

Just Dance continues to make small steps towards its new evolution as an on-demand song service. Despite new inclusions like the Sweat Mode, its real weight lies in the constant updates throughout the year and in the ever-growing catalog of Just Dance +. This year, the game doesn't feel like just another installment, but rather an extension of a huge musical library.