It's a weird collection that doesn't include the best game of series (Wonder Boy 3) and feels like a glorified emulation package. Unless you're itching for some Wonder Boy, you may want to wait until Anniversary Collection is released.

What we have in our hands is potentially the best Pokemon game in history. If the optimization issues had not undermined the enjoyment of the game, we might be talking about very different things. However, I have great hope that the game will improve in the future. If I had just one wish from Jirachi, it would be for Scarlet & Violet to run smoothly. Don't be in a hurry to purchase, but if performance issues are solved, as a PokeManiac, I would say don't miss this experience.

If you ignore its minor flaws and focus on the world it depicts, the cuteness of the robots and the mind-bending puzzles, you'll easily lose track of time. I'm sure it will get even better with the first patch.

That would be unfair to call SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake a bad game. Compared to the previous games, I think it would be more accurate to call it "soulless" rather than "bad". You're not surprised by this though, because every sailor knows that 4/4 string ostinato in D minor means death.

Hundred Heroes is still a year away and while you wait for it you can play action-packed Rising and learn all about its world and the characters.

Despite it’s flaws, and low production value, FOBIA is a decent alternative to Resident Evil.

Those who remember only the good parts of the old platform games and don't want to face the harsh realities should not miss it.

The Order of Giants is literally an old-school DLC in the truest sense of the word. Instead of adding a new region or new mechanics to the game, it simply offers more of the same. One can't help but wish they had gone the expansion pack route rather than the classic DLC route. Because a fantastic game like The Great Circle deserves more than this.

Blades of Fire is far from a masterpiece; it has graphical and technical weaknesses, with occasional noticeable shortcomings. However, thanks to smart gameplay decisions, masterfully crafted mechanics, and creative details, it manages to make you overlook most of these flaws. If only the development team had a bigger budget, these well-designed mechanics could have been backed by the same level of technical polish. Still, Blades of Fire succeeds in thoroughly pleasing fans of the genre—even surprising them at times. Despite its imperfections, it absolutely deserves to be played and given a chance.

The price/quality ratio cannot be considered as good. As long as your child doesn't wake you up at 3am, crying like "I want a LEGO Aloy!" you can wait for it to come to PS Plus or go on sale.

RTS fans should definitely give Starship Troopers: Terran Command a chance, just don't expect too much.

A Soulslike that flows like water, ends too fast, and is erased from the memory as soon as it ends.

Scorn makes up for its mechanical deficiencies with its wonderful design. Whether that will be enough for you to enjoy is your judgment call.

Although it doesn't surpass Sniper Elite 5, it tells another story from the same era. At the moment, there's no better alternative where you can prevent the end of the world by clicking on heads. The online options, where you can join other people's games and hunt them down, are quite satisfying. Sniper Elite Resistance manages to live up to its name, neither falling short nor overdoing it.

I wish it hadn't squeezed such interesting ideas and a compelling concept (though clearly inspired by Disco Elysium) into a package that fails to excite much and occasionally feels like a time-waster due to some of its mechanics. While Rue Valley could have been so much more, it seems content with being just average.

In terms of story and atmosphere, it's a fitting finale that continued the legacy of the “Dark Pictures Anthology” series, but technical difficulties and the ongoing awkwardness of the gameplay are annoying.

I can recommend Trek to Yomi to those who want to experience a dark story. But even though visuals are eye-candy, I gotta admit gameplay is kind of a letdown.

While it retains the intriguing plot and robust space atmosphere of the first game, the lack of puzzle variety, poor face modeling, and monotonous gameplay that quickly becomes repetitive make Deliver Us Mars a weak game. Despite the additions, it feels more like a step back than a sequel.

Here is a game that falls short of its potential, but still won't make patient gamers unhappy. If its general sloppiness and various bugs don't get on your nerves too much, fans of the genre can give it a chance.

This long-running series returns to classic roots with this new entry, but I doubt whether this is a correct choice or not.

It's far from being the first game of the genre you should try. As it stands, it's just a nice, temporary alternative.

If you enjoy platform-heavy Metroidvania games and want to experience a unique dark sci-fi story, I’d say Somber Echoes is a game worth giving a chance.

With a higher budget it might have been a game that could make a name for itself, but unfortunately it doesn't go beyond being a snack for Soulsborne veterans. Still, it's not a bad choice if you're a gamer who is keen on meeting this genre.

With its atmosphere, the story it tells (and the one it leaves untold but makes you feel), its characters, puzzles, and many other details, this game carries the very DNA of the Little Nightmares series. Had the developers dared to step a bit further beyond safe waters, it could have been a much better game. Still, it gives us plenty of reasons to look to the future of the series with confidence.

Don't miss it if you're looking for an enjoyable adventure full of samurai.

Aside from reactivating multiplayer and adding controller support, it’s a package Aspyr has released with minimal effort. But since its core is so good, if you enjoy party-based D&D RPGs, it still manages to be worth playing. A significant part of its score comes from that strong core anyway.

If you're fan of the original Tales from the Borderlands and want to remember this series as funny, smart and tasteful, I suggest you to skip this one. Otherwise, know that average gameplay and non-funny jokes await you in this 10 hour journey.

Under normal circumstances, it would be a game I would recommend to any basketball fan with my eyes closed, but now it leaves a bitter taste in the mouth with its monetization model that pushes the limits of tolerance. Still, it's clearly the best basketball game to play right now.

Football Manager 26 has a magnificent tactics screen and gives you the ability to bring your dream style of play onto the pitch. However, to achieve that, you first have to survive the chaotic screens the game puts you through, struggling not to drown in its bottomless interface.

Exoprimal is a game that in the first hours makes you think "okay, it's a typical hero shooter" but then turns into a much better game, unfortunately a game that people will forget quickly because of Capcom's strange decisions. I wish it didn't end up like this.

Nightdive has once again remastered one of the unforgettable classics with great care. The new textures, lighting, shadows, and interface conveniences have technically elevated the game a few notches. However, the shortcomings in gameplay remain unchanged.

If you think storytelling is more important than gameplay then you should definitely give this 4-hours long "comedy series" a chance. Just don't expect too much in terms of gameplay.

If you're not tired of seeing Gwent, it offers an enjoyable single player experience. Although its mechanics are not as complex as the original Gwent and Thronebreaker, its more simplified structure works in harmony with the Roguelike genre.

Although Aeternum Noctis is a solid production, some design decisions prevented the game from reaching its potential.

Although it really feels like a full-blown Diablo game and have a better story and atmosphere than Diablo 3, it could have been a much better game if it wasn't a victim of greed (micro-transactions)... Why Blizzard, why?

Even though I had zero expectations and was ready to be disappointed, I can easily say that High On Life turned out to be a very satisfying game, If you want to play an FPS which is dipped in some meta humor sauce and gameplay inspired by Metroid Prime and similar games High On Life is exactly what you are looking for. Of course if it's humor suits you, otherwise you may lower the score by a point or two.

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin has great graphics, character modelling, voice acting and environment design, but it fails in one very important area: Gameplay. Its lack of the most basic features of RTSs and its imitation of the MOBA genre turn it into a game that cannot be easily recommended to fans of the genre.

AITD is a game that does a lot of things well, but it is also burdened by its weaknesses. Enjoyable puzzles, a good script, and an immersive atmosphere are all lost in the surprisingly poor combat mechanics, bugs and technical issues that spoil the enjoyment of the game.

If you're not bothered by the repetitive nature of a simulation game and think, "I can roleplay as a cop for hours without getting bored," then you'll probably enjoy the game. It offers a much better experience than the so-called “cash grab games” on Steam. However, if you're someone who cares more about story and is looking for fun gameplay mechanics, you're likely to be disappointed.

There's no doubt that Lightfall is not the best expansion, but it's far from being the worst, thankfully. If I had to formulate it, it's the arithmetic average of Beyond Light and The Witch Queen. We're used to Bungie going back and forth like a Mehter Company, which is exactly why I haven't given up hope for The Final Shape.

If we weren't going through a period where Game of the Year nominations are being throwed at us in bulk, I'd say give it a chance, but I'm sure there are other games you should be playing.

An experience that I don’t think even DON’T NOD fans will enjoy, firmly in the “play it and forget it” category, and if it’s remembered at all, it’ll only be for its ending.

Echoes of the End surprises with its inventive puzzle mechanics and engaging story presentation, showing plenty of potential. Unfortunately, Myrkur Games falls short on core aspects such as character focus and combat system, preventing the game from reaching that potential. The result is, sadly, a title that doesn’t rise much above mediocrity. To overcome the hard parts yet stumble on the fundamentals is, quite literally, “crossing the ocean only to drown in a stream.”

If you have Playstation Plus, it's an ideal game to play for free and linger for a few hours. But it's a bit too small in diameter to pay for it. Actually it would fit into Hogwarts Legacy just fine.

If you're fan of DC and Batman you can give Gotham Knights a chance when its on sale, stay away otherwise.

Noreya has some unique ideas and questionable design choices. I doubt it'll leave a mark compared to the most successful examples of the genre, but in general, it is a good metroidvania.

Even though the ancient game mechanics have been patched up with modern control systems, they still fall short in many ways and even introduce new issues. As a result, in this state, the game appeals to no one except its most dedicated masochistic fans. On top of that, all the games in the package happen to be among the worst in the series.

A nice surprise with enjoyable battles, a well-presented story and good graphics.

The Call of Duty franchise seriously needs a break. With Black Ops 7, the series is practically screaming “WE’RE EXHAUSTED, PLEASE SAVE US.” The multiplayer side still manages to be fun thanks to the evolving “omnimovement” system. But this utterly disastrous story mode is simply beyond forgiveness. I highly doubt they’ll do it, but if they gave the series just a one-year break, they could come back in a completely different (and much better) form.

Although Milestone insistently claims that they 'rebuilt the game from the ground up,' this is still a Milestone Supercross game, aside from a few changes. This time, they've focused a bit too much on 'simulation' - whether you like that or not is up to you.

Even though they wrote on the game's developer page that they consulted with these professors and received grants from this institute, it's truly surprising that they managed to make such an unsuccessful game. If you're curious about the period or psychiatry, instead of playing this game, you might as well check Wikipedia. Or just stare at a plain wall. Both are more entertaining.

Although it constantly makes you feel that it has the potential to be much better than the first game, it can only sustain that promise up to a point. Some parts are excellent, some are very unbalanced, and some are just “meh.” Still, it would be unfair to overlook the fact that it carves out a unique place for itself within the Soulslike genre and offers genuinely original ideas.

Way of the Hunter isn't successful at integrating the realism it promised into the game. If it solves technical problems with further updates, then we'll have a good hunting game that we can spend hours playing. In it's current state, I can't recommend unless you have a deep passion for hunting. But I gotta admit even with optimization issues and game breaking bugs, it's still comforting to watch stunning sights.

If you set your expectations right, a truly very enjoyable game awaits you.

Even if you're a huge Fairy Tail fan, stay away. In fact, if you're a huge Fairy Tail fan, you should especially stay away.

There's a lot I can't get over with Square Enix, but the fact that they made such a big investment in a new brand was a big deal for me. If only Forspoken could have taken the opportunity given by Square Enix much better. At least we still have Final Fantasy XVI on the horizon, right?

It's a game with a lot of potential with a tremendously enjoyable gameplay and some nice promises for the future, but has little content. It is definitely not as big a disaster as people say.

Blumhouse Games continues to drag great ideas down to mediocrity, just as they do in the film industry. If they ever allocate a solid budget for games one day, then we can play something truly great.

It's the Saints Row game with best driving mechanics, but it's not the best Saints Row game in general. I wish it were the other way around.

Once Alive is a very successful walking simulation in its own right, considering that it was created by someone who knew nothing about game development until 3 years ago. However, it is not without its shortcomings such as late loading textures and exaggerated mouth animations.

Bloodlines 2 feels like a game crushed under the weight of a legacy that has lingered in the dark for years. While playing, you find yourself mourning for not what it does, but what it couldn’t become.

With its successful design and a reasonable dose of sentimentality this game could have been one of the "unforgettable" experiences, unfortunately it falls into '"just okay" category because of its outdated mechanics and some bugs.

If you're looking for a CRPG that values dialogue and has a compelling story, Broken Roads will give you what you want. However, in order to love it, you really need to be able to overlook its flaws.

Modern Warfare 3 makes you feel that it is planned as a DLC from the get-go. Unfortunately, it is a huge disappointment with its very short campaign and mundane multiplayer mods.

Hellboy's game is being slapped around by mainstream comics games as badly as Hellboy slapping mainstream comics.

While we’re used to seeing games in this genre that draw heavy inspiration from (or even outright copy) one another, I appreciated that Crimson Capes has its own identity and offers an original gameplay experience. It has its flaws, but the effort put into it definitely shouldn’t be overlooked.

If Lord of the Rings and "survival-crafting" combo sounds good to you, this is the game for you. Still, you'll have to work hard to overlook its faults.

This was enjoyable for a time like an origami lesson. But just like the craft this game goes the frustrating ways very quickly and became a shortlived hobby class in the end.

It is obvious that it is put much effort into the game but the frustrating moments shadow all experience.

Gord wants you think that it is a very different RTS, but once you get into it, you find out all those differences are superficial. Still, if you want to relive the Witcher atmosphere in a RTS, check it out, but also prepare yourself to be bored.

A production that aims to bring a fresh approach to metroidvania genre, but fails to do so at a level that will provide quality time for its players.

Despite being in development for so many years, Skull & Bones offers fewer gameplay mechanics than the naval battles of past Assassin's Creed games. Yes, it does what it claims to do, but the turbulent development process unfortunately prevents it from getting any sympathy votes.

Hotel Barcelona might offer you a bizarre universe and strange characters, but in the end, it leaves you with an unsatisfying experience. If exploring the absurd worlds of SUDA51 and SWERY65 is enough for you, you might give it a chance. But if you're looking for a fun and fluid roguelike, unfortunately, it's very difficult to find what you're looking for here.

If you're bored of Destiny 2, you now have an alternative, albeit it's not as good.

If you like to keep yourself busy while listening to a podcast or if you're craving for a sci-fi themed game, you may give Out There a chance. But if I were you, I'd go for a walk instead, that's time better spent.

A very good idea that falls victim to an unbalanced gameplay. I'm so sorry for the game that is wasted under all that artificial difficulty. Still there is hope if it receives a few balancing patches.

As a Unreal Engine 5 showcase it's exquisite, as a sci-fi TV series (or a movie) it's not bad, but as a game it fails. If you're hoping to be scared, thrilled or immersed in a gripping story, reconsider your expectations.

If you like the tactical strategy-RPG genre or if you are looking for a game as a start for this genre; with its cute characters and enyoj it offers, Untamed Tactics is one of the alternatives that can be given a chance.

I won't use big words like "Motocross games are back!" or "Extreme sports games are popular again!" but I can assure you MX vs ATV Legends is a step in the right direction despite some problems. It's a shame MX vs ATV Legends' next-gen version doesn't feel like next-gen though.

A unique "What if?" story based on Aztec mythology turns into a truly different experience when combined with a horror theme - that is, as long as the game doesn’t crash.

It's not everyone who gets to create the worst of the series. Give the old games a chance and keep your money in your pocket and your nerves intact.

You know, there are some games that you say, "I played this game, but why did I play it?"... Unknown 9: Awakening is exactly one of those games.

Redfall is proof that Arkane's know design traditions do not lend themselves well to an open world setting, especially with an undercooked online component.

Taxi Life could have been a marvelous experience if it had been able to realise the simulation it promised efficiently. As it stands now, it leaves us unenthusiastic and leads to existential crises.

While there are so many materials that can be of interest, unfortunately, this material cannot reach its potential due to poor presentation and technical problems.

A massive LEGO game fit for the massive Skywalker saga. However, it is quite annoying to go back and forth in this huge game and do the same things. Someone who is not very related to Star Wars may not deign to play after a few episodes.

Havsala easily made its way into my top 10 puzzle games list. With its interesting and unique story and great art design, it's a must play for puzzle lovers.

Hopefully, Cyber ​​Heist will be The Ascent's first and last DLC, and Neon Giant will use the lessons it learned from the first game to create a completely new The Ascent experience.

Fans of the original version and first person puzzle games in general shouldn’t miss this fantastic remake.

The Gallery is a game that appeals to FMV lovers and can be played at least 4-5 times. However, it should be noted that it won't be the first alternative for those who are newcomers to the genre.

A must have in every metroidvania fan's game library.

If you like Machinarium-like adventure games, you have no chance to dislike Boxville. This is a short adventure game that endears itself with its puzzle balance and cute characters.

A gripping tale, intriguing supernatural obsessions, a divided family, and a chubby yellow cat. Cats and the Other Lives is a must experience for both puzzle lovers and those who are fond of story-based games.

If you played and loved FF7 Remake, do not miss the opportunity to meet Zack.

The Anniversary Collection, which includes all the games from the classic period of the series where you can experience different versions, is a package that respects its history. Hands down the best way to experience Wonder Boy.

Good gameplay, good adventure, except that it goes on and on and it's too easy. If you want to spend time with your nakamas in familiar places, here is your chance.

While translating games into English can be applauded from a retro perspective, the games are now a bit dated for today's gamers.

It feels like something mixed has come out as a result of being undecided about whether it will be a political simulator or a sarcastic game that mocks politics. Despite this, it is a game that can be considered as a warm-up, especially for those who are new to the genre. It has the potential to get better with additional content that's said to come.