Minos shows promise when it hands the player a myriad of options. Pacing, however, isn't optimal, and creativity is not always rewarded.

Saros finds a perfect balance amidst its chaos. The same game that makes your heart race will also take advantage of the slow-paced segments to tell a surprisingly deep and sensible story.

The Posthumous Investigation is a formidable title that doesn't hide its inspirations, yet manages to find its own voice to the point of stamping its name in the history of Brazilian video games.

It's not malicious to say that Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a life simulator with a peculiar sense of humor. After all, it's this very characteristic that makes it unique among a community of passionate gamers. For fans of the genre, the real challenge will likely be dealing with countless possibilities and a few fits of laughter during the numerous hours of gameplay.

Pokémon Champions is what I've always dreamed of getting my hands on. An official way to play competitive Pokémon that eliminates all the unnecessary hassle that used to exist.

Reigns: The Witcher prioritizes serving the hungry CDPR fanbase, who are desperate for anything related to Geralt's saga, over providing something truly fresh for its own community. But that isn't inherently bad.

It's only natural that an idea so unique comes out imperfect. Still, the industry could use a few more rupturing concepts like this one.

Marathon's biggest fight was against the narrative: in an industry of failed projects, it's easy to assume that a game will be DOA. Somehow, Bungie managed to revert those allegations and create something that is, at least, unique.

Aether & Iron is great in executing its premise, even with technical flaws or limitations. Challenging combat, a rich plot and a lot of great ideas come together in an excellent narrative RPG.

With gorgeous graphics, solid performance, and an enjoyable story to follow, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is a treat for fans of the franchise. Many mysteries enrich the series' lore, and fun never stops being the priority during gameplay. Despite having many repetitive moments, the new Monster Hunter is a feast for the eyes, once again showing a lot of love for its world.

By making classic games available with quality-of-life improvements and delivering an engaging interactive documentary, Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition sets an example for the industry. However, it is still too little for the character that changed Ubisoft's history.

Known for the excellent Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge (2022), the Canadian studio Tribute Games hits the mark once again by delivering the definitive beat 'em up for fans of the Sex Bob-omb bassist. Fun and chaotic, the experience has the potential to please both long-time fans and newcomers to the franchise.

Pokémon Pokopia succeeds by shifting the focus from battles to belonging. Instead of chasing badges, the player helps rebuild and coexist within a living ecosystem, creating a more intimate and emotional connection to the Pokémon world. It’s a reinvention that honors the franchise’s roots while proving it can still evolve in meaningful ways.

Resident Evil Requiem is, in many ways, the definitive Resident Evil game. Building upon what the franchise achieved in the past 10 years, Capcom strikes an excellent balance of action and horror. Though it leans a little too heavily on fanservice here and there, Requiem more than accomplishes its mission as a celebration of all things Resident Evil.

In the end, despite some technical performance issues, Nioh 3 manages to deliver a punishing adventure, while remaining extremely rewarding when you finally manage to defeat the game's bosses, or simply get through a difficult region of the map, or find a cool item after spending hours trying to find it. Even though at times it may seem that managing your build is more important than learning the bosses' attack patterns, the adventure and challenge more than compensate for what some might consider negative points.

Poor technical aspects in ChromaGun 2 are as undeniable as the creativity in all the scenarios and puzzles. Yes, there are a lot of loading screens, but visuals, level design and the immaculate Portal-esque vibes make up for them.

This Remake should not be viewed as a replacement for the original game. Instead, it is a new vision for the third chapter of Kazuma Kiryu's journey. It serves as an opportunity to revisit a beloved story with a new approach, not as the definitive version of Yakuza 3.

Mario Tennis Fever knows exactly what it wants to be. Without trying to reinvent the series, the game leans on creative mechanics, chaotic matches, and a strong focus on multiplayer to deliver a solid and enjoyable experience. The Fever Rackets give the game its identity, the varied roster supports a healthy competitive scene and, even with a somewhat uninspired story mode, the overall package stands as a confident and easy-to-recommend return for the series.

Crisol: Theater of Idols deliver a tedious and buggy experience that lacks the understanding of what makes their references so incredible.

I really appreciate what Byking has done for My Hero Academia over the years. The previous games, especially My Hero One’s Justice 2, showed what a good arena fighter could be, and My Hero Academia: All’s Justice carries on that legacy. With a reinvented gameplay and strong moments in the story mode, the game stands out, but is weighed down by the excess of its other modes and doesn’t quite reach Plus Ultra status.

Don’t Stop, Girlypop! is a creative, personality-driven shooter that succeeds in blending fast, demanding gameplay with an exaggerated, fun, and well-realized Y2K aesthetic. Despite the visual overload and a slightly confusing learning curve at first, the game stands out for its strong identity, care, and confident reinvention of the genre.

Cairn arrives as a challenging and contemplative experience, mixing the intensity of sportive climbing with a mysterious and captivating narrative. In the game, each movement is like a true puzzle, and patience is a virtue that needs to be put into practice.

Code Vein 2 establishes itself as a great sequel and a significant evolution of the original formula. The game does not try to be a new Elden Ring; instead, it seeks to solidify its own space and expand its unique identity, reinforcing its own strengths, whether through its setting, gameplay mechanics, or artistic style.

Mega Dimension starts from a promising premise and succeeds in some legendary encounters and new Mega Evolutions. However, the DLC suffers from excessive repetition of mechanics, uninspired maps, and tiring missions. It’s not a bad experience, but it falls far short of justifying its price or matching the brilliance of the base game Legends Z-A.

Games are not always about beating bosses and levels. Skating is not always about landing your tricks. Skate Story teaches you that and much more.

Master Lemon takes a leap of faith when telling the end of its story right at the start. The risk pays off once the player realizes that the game is actually a lesson on the time we have left, and what to do with it.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond aims for modernity but falls into the traps of modern games. The result is a shallow, mixed experience, far from the quality of the first two games in the Prime series.

Marvel Cosmic Invasion shows us a version of the multiverse that worked. Despite its simplicity, there's not always a need for a multi-million dollar production, as long as the game is made with care and competence.