Drake's Fortune starts to show its age, but other than that, this is a fine collection of one of the greatest franchises the PlayStation brand has ever produced. If you haven't played these yet, then what are you waiting for?

Even better than its predecessor, Guilty Gear Xrd REV 2 offers a lot of variety and a complex battle system that will keep fans busy for a very long time.

Hazelight does it again: delivering a brilliant co-op experience that is full of variety in environments and gameplay. The compelling story captivates from start to finish and the challenge is more than fine. If you enjoyed this developer's previous games, Split Fiction certainly won't disappoint. The overall package is more than fine, although it could have had just a little more interaction for that finishing touch. But that's just a minor detail.

The newest virtual F1 iteration will keep you playing for a long time, thanks mainly to its deep, yet accessible gameplay and the added splitscreen feature. The MyTeam mode is worth mentioning as well, because it’s a great addition. Less impressive are the graphics and audio design (some commentator bugs and interviews); these aspects of the game leave some room for improvement next year.

A brief, but very cinematic experience, that blends intense shoot-outs, an interesting story and amazing visuals. We mentioned it was brief as well, right? Cause it is.

Assassin's Creed has never been bigger or more ambitious, with an equally enormous and captivating world filled to the brim with stuff to do. Over time it may get a bit repetitive though and the actual creed of the assassins has been put in the background, which long time fans may feel let down by.

A surprisingly entertaining platformer which creatively throws some puzzle solving your way. The balance between the platforming and puzzle solving sections feels just right. Add to that a very pleasant audiovisual style and you really cannot fault Degrees of Separation in any way. If we're pushing for criticisms, the precision required when solving some puzzles might be the only minor gripe we could think of but that's really all. Great fun and highly recommended.

The weird mix of platforming and pinball works wonderfully well which is completely unexpected. The result is an entertaining title which sets itself apart due to its distinctive visuals and while the physics can get a bit wonky from time to time, the amount of content is considerable. An original title and a lot of fun guaranteed.

It's brief and technically imperfect, but still... Blood & Truth is one hell of a memorable action fest. Diverse and action-packed gameplay gets supplemented by interesting and well-acted characters, turning Blood & Truth into a must-buy for PS VR owners.

Faster, funnier and more varied, the third episode of King's Quest improves upon its predecessors in almost every way.

With a more engaging cast of characters and an intriguing mystery at its core - leading to an insane mindfuck of an ending! - Little Hope is a definite improvement over its predecessor and hopefully a sign of even better things to come.

Fire Emblem Engage is a title that presents you with an entertaining story and unique characters. Add to that tactical and in-depth combat, creating an excellent whole. This is complemented by colorful graphics and good audio. That the social aspects are limited and the activities in the central hub Somniel are not that engaging should be taken for granted, because the rest of the game is more than fine.

Fun gameplay, strong dialogue and interesting visuals... if the other episodes continue in the same vein, this will be a series to keep a close eye on.

A weird game in terms of concept but a good one nonetheless. If you grew up in the’90’s, there is a ton of references to that era. The length of the game is outstanding as well which makes for great value for money. The controls aren’t perfect all the time though and the music tracks can get a little bit repetitive but don’t let that stop you from purchasing what is a very original and fun game.

A huge puzzle game, with fun and challenging gameplay and a level editor to round things out. Highly recommended.

Gran Turismo 6 is an improvement over its predecessor. The career mode has received a better structure, the physics are more realistic, the loading times are shorter, etc. It's everything you could expect from a Gran Turismo game, including a severely incompetent AI and disappointing damage mechanics.

Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance is an ambitious title and Platinum Games delivers! The resulting game is pure hack & slash, filled with interesting features like the Blade mode and the Jack the Ripper mode, that manage to make the game feel fresh and, at times, even unique. It's a joy from beginning to end and even though Revengeance isn't a long game by any stretch of the word, you won't regret spending any of your hard-earned money on it.

Slow, but interesting... The second episode of Life Is Strange: Before The Storm is a classic slow burn that rewards the patient souls among us.

Hunt: Showdown's unique horror-infused mix of PvE and PvP will frustrate you... but more and often than not it will also leave you with one hell of a story to tell.

Soul Sacrifice is a fantastic game for the PlayStation Vita. The title comes with great gameplay variety, even if you're required to grind a lot in order to keep going. It's a hard game, but never unfairly so, and you can be sure to spend many hours in this bleak world. Both graphics and audio are strong for a handheld title and the story is, on top of everything else, highly intriguing. You won't regret buying this.

The first episode of the supposed final season of Telltale's The Walking Dead is a classic slow burn, with well-developed characters and a real shocker of an ending. Telltale experiments with giving the player a bit more input and though this is nice conceptually, it unfortunately also leads to a lot of trial-and-error. Don't let that stop you though; there's a lot of promise here.

Blue Reflection looks and feels a lot like Persona. It's not flawless, but its beautiful environments, decent gameplay and outstanding soundtrack will keep you immersed for a long time to come.

Two Point Hospital doesn't always feel fair, though I suppose the same can be said about fighting actual diseases. The rest of the game is definitely charming, with simple controls hiding deep, thoughtful gameplay. Definitely worth your time.

RIDE 3 is an extremely versatile racing game, with lots of motorcycles and tracks, bundled in an expansive career mode that's actually fun to play. You'll be playing this one for a long time to come, though unfortunately you'll be spending a lot of time staring at the game's loading screens too.

Dontnod outclasses its former self with the best episode of Life is Strange yet. You'll be thrown on an emotional rollercoaster that won't leave your head anytime soon. On to the next!

A deep, challenging game, clearly inspired by From Software's Dark Souls series, Lords of the Fallen manages to make quite an impression. It's a shame both story and graphics aren't up to par with the amazing gameplay.

Rollerdrome surprises by offering an interesting combination of skating with shooting. The gameplay is extremely smooth and this makes it quite addictive. Due to the many challenges, the game also has a good replay value, which means you can get away with it for a long time. Add to that a tight presentation and Rollerdrome is highly recommended. Keep in mind that there are some minor issues that can be irritating, but it is so minimal that you can still get enough enjoyment out of it.

A very brief experience, that's nevertheless fun and memorable to play. It's a shame the flaws of the original weren't fixed though.

It's fun, it's elaborate and it's neat to look at; Mages of Mystralia will keep you entertained for a while, though the lack of any real challenge is a bit of a downer.

It's almost as if you're really aboard the U.S.S. Aegis or Enterprise and that's the biggest compliment we can give this title.

A very enjoyable platformer that leans on old-school gameplay, a colourful universe and a lot of content. You really can't go wrong with this one.

Short, but sweet. Intense and exciting, but not exactly new. Interesting, but familiar. Why change a winning team?

If you like puzzle games, Expand will definitely entertain you with a unique blend of brilliant level design and enjoyable music.

It's a bit expensive because it's basically the same as its earlier PS3 version, which also means it's still the highly enjoyable arcade shooter you remember.

Technically, The Long Dark isn't exactly flawless, but what's here is done well enough to keep armchair adventurers busy for a long time to come.

Ninja Theory examines both mental illness and Norse mythology in one hell of an experience. Only the game's lacklustre combat is a bit of a drawback.

A definite step in the right direction for the Resident Evil franchise and the promising start of a new horror series in its own right.

It's not as funny and polished as most of the Saints Row games, but Agents of Mayhem is still a lot of uncomplicated fun.

They made it possible to skip animations, which is fantastic. Other than that, this is a nice, if a bit brief, continuation of the first episode with an interesting story and enjoyable gameplay.

This game is better than the previous installment in every way thanks to its fine controls, many vehicles and customize options. It is also nice to see that the tracks offer more spectacle, but that doesn't mean everything is fantastic. For example, the open level races are not well designed and the story adds nothing at all. Also, certain obstacles in racing can completely take you out of the experience. Some blemishes on an otherwise fine racing game for young and old alike.

A surprisingly superb PC port, Cities: Skylines nevertheless doesn't include all DLC, which makes the otherwise great package feel somewhat incomplete.

The newest Star Ocean game isn't for everyone, but it's a wonderful science fiction RPG nevertheless, boasting magnificent combat, a transcendent soundtrack and mostly beautiful graphics. Absolutely worth your while.

LawBreakers is an enjoyable shooter with a twist. It's a shame the matchmaking isn't exactly up to par with the excellent gameplay.

As a platform game, it's hard to do much better than Sea of Solitude. With an intriguing story, varied gameplay and a beautiful world to explore, there's more than enough here to keep you invested for a decent amount of time.

Visually stunning and old-fashionedly adventurous, Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is a great swang song for this memorable franchise. You'll miss Nathan Drake and his signature quips, though... and be unpleasantly surprised by the bugs that every now and then rear their ugly heads.

One of the series' best episodes, Giant Consequences will keep you grinning from beginning to end. It's a shame that it ends rather quickly.

Fans of trial & error know what to do: get this! It's a fun mobile game with challenging puzzles and an interesting art style, that encourages players to think strategically and plan their moves carefully. Definitely worth your money.

A creative mixture of genres, Haven tells a believable and engaging story, accompanied by a wonderful soundtrack. It gets a bit repetitive toward the end, but don’t let that stop you from experiencing this.

Grounded brings a breath of fresh air to the survival genre by coming up with a beautiful and unique style to which the gameplay is adapted. This makes it can be called a very entertaining title, which is also very well done audiovisually. We are only a little worried about the content, considering that is somewhat minimal. If more is going to be added soon, it looks very promising for this game in the long run.

The already third installment in the Voice of Cards series is another excellent title. The story is even more dark and along with a good atmosphere you get totally immersed in it. The advanced levels and combat make it a joy to play, but the fact is that the menus are still not conveniently laid out and the random encounters can be a bit annoying at times. No reason for ignoring the game though, considering that as a total package it is a must have especially for players of the previous two parts.

Serial Cleaner sports a neat concept, a lot of challenge and a unique visual style. If you can handle sluggish controls and the lack of a proper story, Serial Cleaner will keep you busy for a while.

Driveclub VR is almost an entirely new game, that plays wonderfully in VR. Unfortunately, this racing experience falls flat in the graphics department.

MLB looks good, has lots of content and plays extremely well... which goes a long way towards making it one of the better baseball games out there. It's not much of an improvement over its predecessor, however... and that's always a shame.

The Medium tells an interesting paranormal story and allows you to explore an environment that’s as creepy as it is fascinating. On top of that, it looks and sounds great. However, you’ll have to endure the sometimes clunky camera angles.

There's a lot more depth to WRC 8's career mode when compared to its predecessors and that's a major plus. The game's graphics have received an update as well. The learning curve is a bit steep, but don't let that stop you from giving this one a go.

More of the same, with a classic touch to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of its sport, WRC 10 does what it needs to do. It’s a good game, that will keep fans playing for a long time to come.

As a shooter, Spec Ops: The Line disappoints. The coversystem is a constant source of frustration and the hit detection is way off. On top of that, the multiplayer is generally uninteresting. However, as a story-drive singleplayer experience, the game shines like few have before it.

Simple, but fun. As you regulate virtual traffic with a pair of PlayStation Move controllers, you’ll soon realize that this isn’t nearly as boring as it sounds. In fact, it makes for a truly enjoyable experience.

A great tactical RPG that more or less mixes the turn-based combat of the early Final Fantasy games with the strategic joy that was Vandal Hearts. It's not the best game ever – among others, the story is lacking – but we definitely recommend it to fans of the genre.

The same thing as last year, with a couple of expected improvements. Nothing special, but enough tweaks to keep the series interesting.

As Dusk Falls keeps you glued to the screen from the first minute thanks to the developments in the story, which you can influence by the choices you make. The multiplayer gives it an extra dimension and it pays to play the game several times, thanks to the splits in the story. However, the input registration can irritate, because it does not always do what it should, but beyond that a must play.

This game takes us back to the early days of the mafia, set in Sicily. You can expect a nice adventure full of action and excitement, but at the same time, it's all rather predictable. The large number of knife fights that serve as the standard climax to a boss battle also feel rather trite. It is a technically excellent game with good and engaging gameplay, but at the same time, it is not groundbreaking in any way. Hangar 13 plays it very safe, so if you are familiar with the franchise (especially the first part), you know what to expect.

Graphically excellent and superb in the gameplay department, Konami once more manages to give FIFA a run for its money on many fronts. There are some nitpicks though, of which the annoying referees and disappointing AI are the most unwelcome.

Suda51 does what Suda51 does best with a wonderfully absurd adventure that plays well, looks and sounds great. The technical performance on the Nintendo Switch leaves something to be desired, though.

Weak graphics and underpopulated servers aside, Anarchy Reigns is a great game. The strong story and extensive multiplayer are the main draws.

It's addictive and fun, even if it lacks innovation and any real graphical prowess.

The game's roster of fighters feels severely limited, but this flaw is more than made up for with Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite's deep combat and tons of new features.

The frame-rate isn't great and apparently the camera wants to kill you, but otherwise this is a great send-off for the Assassin's Creed franchise on the last-gen consoles. The environments are varied and your role as a templar is interesting. Definitely recommended.

Underwhelming AI and questionable future prospects aside, The Division remains above all a classy RPG-shooter, set in a rich environment and taking co-op gameplay to a whole new level. It's a decent enough start for a new IP, even if we're left wondering about its lifespan.

NBA 2K18 yet again crowns itself king of basketball games. However, its focus on pay-to-win might leave a sour taste in your mouth.

The Sojourn delivers where it counts, offering players a wide variety of puzzles that are as deep as they are engaging. It’s worth your time, even if the game’s graphics aren’t exactly state-of-the-art.

Microtransactions remain a scourge that should be exterminated, but if you can ignore them, there's a lot to love about the new FIFA. Chief among which the new Volta mode, which takes the franchise to the streets like never before. Subtle improvements round out an overall impressive package.

It's taken a while, but we've finally got a decent Civilization game for consoles. The controls are fine, the gameplay's deep and challenging, and while the graphics aren't exactly top of the bill, they won't hurt the experience either. Good job.

When you're able to play this title in co-op with a couple of friends, the resulting experience is almost elemental. When you're going in solo, however, Ghost Recon: Wildlands is less memorable as the cracks in the framework inelegantly show and the extremely repetitive nature of the gameplay slowly reveals itself.

The ideal love child between Blood Money and Absolution, the first episode of Hitman is unnecessarily hampered by its episodic nature. It's good, but it's also over before you know it.

A new racer in the well-known franchise that doesn't really excel at anything, but certainly doesn't do anything wrong either. It is entertaining, varied and has enough content to keep you interested for a long time. It also looks and plays nice. It is notable that it is on the easy side and that there are some flaws here and there. Fan of arcade racers? Then this is a good choice.

The intriguing story is Déraciné's main draw, but the gameplay's a close second, even though the game does manage to become rather repetitive after a while.

This classic horror experience turns out to be even more immersive - and intense - in virtual reality. Beware though, at times the image quality can be rather blurry.

Code Vein mixes the popular Soulsborne formula with an anime look and mostly delivers on the lofty expectations its hype machine created. The AI's a bit wonky though, and co-op could use some improvement.

The predictable story and short running time are countered with varied gameplay and great level design. Definitely good enough to keep Dishonored fans happy.

It's not perfect - a clumsy button lay-out and some weird physics definitely hold the game back at times - but Steel Rats still manages to combine different genres in a surprising and consistently fun way.

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden throws you an interesting dilemma. Will you go after love and renounce your oath or will you do what you swore? This issue recurs throughout the game, in which you get to work as a medieval ghostbuster. The dynamic between the two main characters is top notch, the gameplay very fun and the boss fights are unique. Too bad, however, that the performance in terms of frame rate is not stable and the variety of enemies is limited. That being said, Banishers is a fine game, definitely worth considering, but with some untapped potential.

You'll enjoy this long and incredibly atmospheric adventure, even if the game's controls take some getting used to and the experience as a whole lacks a bit of challenge.

It took far too long for this game to come out, and after a very long development, games often disappoint. Not this one, as the game is full of good elements and has a fine gameplay loop. The side quests may be a bit boring and it is also not the most in-depth game. Yet that is not a big problem, as the overall gameplay experience is very enjoyable, thanks in part to the excellent soundtrack. Fan of the franchise? A must have!

If not for the addition of a new - and surprisingly enjoyable - game mode, this iteration of the NHL franchise would've felt exactly like its predecessor.

An amazing, intuitive introduction to virtual reality that will amuse you to no end - even if the amount of job scenarios is ultimately rather unimpressive.

As expected, the Borderlands franchise translates perfectly into Telltales' series format. Fondly recommended.

F1 23 is back and compared to F1 22 it offers a lot more. F1 Life has been exchanged for a more sensible F1 World that is full of activities. Braking Point is back, although it's full of irritating characters and otherwise the gameplay is a lot better thanks to tweaks and the addition of Precision Drive, which gives players the option to set a much more refined control scheme in regard to direct input. At the same time, we see little innovation in the career mode and the animations of the drivers could use a major upgrade. Other than that, a fine racer.

Ghostrunner 2 is just as hardcore as the previous game with virtually no room for flaws. This makes it a difficult game that leads to a little too much trial and error and can be frustrating, but on the other hand it does offer rock-hard action, excellent voice-acting and a good soundtrack. Also the new elements such as motorcycle riding do the game well with cool boss fights as icing on the cake.

A fun and extremely tactical shooter with teammates that actually aren't idiots…. or that is mostly the case. We can't shake the feeling that the game isn't completely "finished", but that doesn't keep us from giving Ghost Recon: Future Soldier a strong recommendation.

It's not a huge game in terms of context, but the highly enjoyable gameplay makes it well worth the wait.

When Viking's Attack is a fun little game, ideally played in short sessions. It looks and plays fine, with cross-platform options (if you buy the PS3 or the Vita version, you get the other one as well) available to extend playability. Not the most impressive title ever, but definitely good for a couple of laughs.

After a bad game two years back, we now have another good sequel in the series. Visual Concepts has taken its time and it works out well. Modi such as MyRISE and MyGM are very cool, the audiovisual is well done and the gameplay is very refined yet accessible, making it appeal to a wide audience. WWE 2K22 does have some sloppiness here and there, but that's okay.

An absurd game in the spectrum of Final Fantasy, but in a positive sense. The many boss fights, the cool combat, good AI and more make it more than worth it. You have to love it, as it is anything but a traditional Final Fantasy game, but in what it tries to do, it succeeds in its mission. The gameplay is engaging and manages to entertain, which is ultimately the most important thing.

The roguelike space shooter from ROCKfish games successfully blasts its way onto the PlayStation 4. Everspace successfully merges concepts from big hitters such as Elite Dangerous, No Man's Sky and FTL: Faster Than Light and it's procedurally generated universe never gets old. It can get a bit grindy from time to time and the lack of VR support is somewhat of a bummer. Nevertheless, sci-fi lovers in particular will get a lot of enjoyment out of this.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider shifts the franchise's focus more towards exploration - which is a good thing, since it complements Lara Croft's character in a way the more shooting-oriented previous games didn't. The adventure's a bit predictable, but nevertheless a joy to see through to the end, even if an annoying camera and bad input registration drag the experience down at times.

It's a well-made game, especially in co-op, but repetitive gameplay and a story that fails to intrigue keeps it from becoming something truly great. As of now, Destiny unfortunately hasn't reached its full potential yet.

Going on an adventure with Quill in Virtual Reality is an utter joy. The game looks absolutely gorgeous and radiates a magical atmosphere throughout the entire experience. Unfortunately, it is also rather short considering it's fairly steep price tag but that shouldn't prevent you from having a blast while it lasts. Recommended.