A middle ground between a point-and-click adventure and a walking simulator, Gray Dawn is intriguing and makes good use of the religious theme to sustain a good supernatural thriller, but it lacks boldness in its puzzles and mechanics, in addition to its usability being unresponsive.

The Forgotten Kingdom does exactly what it sets out to do; expanding the previously existing world of Yaesha with new areas, bosses and gear. It's certainly worth revisiting Remnant II to check it out.

With stunning settings and an intriguing story centered on huddled teenagers searching for answers, Grounded mixes adventure, survival and foundation building. While facing a variety of enemies and challenges, players can explore the world solo or with up to three friends in multiplayer. However, the lack of clarity regarding the next steps in the story and the need for complex items can be challenging for some players, although fun is guaranteed, especially in multiplayer mode.

OTXO is a fun game and the roguelike mix generates enormous replayability, but at the cost of the polish previously seen in its inspirations.

The Rising Tide is a great expansion for Final Fantasy XVI. The battle with Leviathan is amazing and the entire plot involved is very good. Kairos Gate is a fun challenge format, too. The only problem is the duration of the DLC itself: it is very short.

SAND LAND has its merits in respecting and expanding the original work of the legendary Akira Toriyama. But what it gets right in terms of narrative and design, it fails in combat and exploration systems: , which are as generic and uninteresting as a desert full of sand and... more sand.

Stellar Blade is a great action game with an interesting story. It's challenging and its content is varied enough to keep the player entertained. However, certain combat mechanics require some adjustments. Furthermore, the main campaign is somewhat short, and can be completed in around 10 to 15 hours (the side content compensates the situation, potentially doubling this number).

SaGa Emerald Beyond is another good step for the series, evolving the ideas seen in its predecessor and delivering a fun RPG based on freedom and challenge. A few missteps prevent it from being even more memorable, but it's a game that will please both fans of the series and curious newcomers.

TopSpin 2K25 is the long-awaited return of one of the sport's most acclaimed brands and brings with it some of the best qualities that made it so beloved years ago. Still, it seems a little greedy in visual terms and, mainly, in the amount of content offered, making simplicity its greatest asset and, at the same time, its biggest limitation.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants takes inspiration from one of the biggest classics of its genre, but fails to attempt to modernize the experience with its shallow gameplay and presentation. The outcome is a weak and repetitive game, even though it's a short one.

Every story begins at the end of another". This is the great premise of Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, a metroidvania-style game that, while inviting us to explore the beautiful biomes of Kenzera, also makes us reflect on loss and mourning, allowing us to see death with new eyes. Surgent Studios' debut title succeeds in bringing a good balance between exploration, puzzle, combat and action while presenting us with a story full of inspiration from Bantu myths and legends, guided by a great soundtrack. The game works as an excellent gateway to the genre and brings with it a plot of reflection and acceptance.

Lunar Lander Beyond is a great example of how to modernize a classic game from the early days of videogames without changing its essence. With great controls, an artistic style full of identity and originality of purpose, the game surprises, entertains and is addictive... a lot.

In addition to introducing a new character and mechanics in a musical theme, and even a final boss, A Tale of Paper: Refolded maintains its enchanting atmosphere and challenging puzzles, although its brevity and some screen depth issues may leave players wishing for more. Overall, the game continues to offer an immersive and captivating experience, with the potential for more DLC.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a love letter to RPGs. It has an excellent story and characters, a challenging and fun combat system, as well as a vast amount of content to explore, all wrapped up in a package with great graphics and soundtrack. It is a must-have title for fans of the genre.

Harold Halibut may not be the most innovative game in terms of world intervention mechanics, in addition to having some slip-ups in the rhythm of the narrative, but it is undeniable that the sum of its powerful story and spectacular artistic style make this one of the games most irresistible in recent times.

ArcRunner offers an immersive roguelite action experience, with a variety of classes and difficulty modes, as well as multiplayer mode. Although it faces obstacles in terms of usability due to its unfriendly interface and the lack of clarity in some of its mechanics, the game could reach its full potential with some adjustments and offer a more rewarding experience for players.

Dave the Diver is fun and charming, adopting a bold formula by mixing distinct management and simulation genres. This results in a title that constantly entertains and piques the player's interest. It's a pixelated spectacle with a small scope and gigantic results.

Terra Memoria is an excellent and cozy RPG that delivers a good story, good combat system and a very fun experience overall while touching on some very interesting themes. Although the combat becomes repetitive quickly and the third act is a little short, the game deserves the attention of all fans of the genre.

Loretta is short, it has unjustifiable puzzles and can be dragging for those who aren't fans of the narrative genre. But despite all this, it's dense, mature, visually beautiful in an unconventional way and has a strong, unsettling and disturbing plot, as every good classic thriller should be.

Let's! Revolution! is a great game that mixes problem solving, sharp strategy and turn-based action, focusing on the obvious references and conventions of the roguelike genre. Although it lacks a certain provocative spice, it is an addictive, well-grounded and absolutely fun game.

Despite having simple gameplay, Torn Away has a story told in an incredible way that makes you go through an intense experience in its almost five hours of play. An excellent narrative with a very well constructed main character.

Understood according to its focused proposal, Moonglow Bay is a quiet game of melancholic but hopeful everyday life of a declining Canadian fishing town. The simplicity and conciseness may make it fall into a repetitive routine, but there is purpose in the cycle of actions that fits the narrative of, one day at a time, revitalizing both the community and the life of a widowed person who will use the fishing rod to deal with the grief.

Felix The Cat is an ideal collection that reflects the past and power of Nintendo and its 8-bit games. However, it is limited and would deserve greater attention when delivering its content, adding even more pleasant memories to fans of retro platform games.

Saviorless is one of those games whose simplicity of the gameplay and quality of art direction work together to create something unique. Even though the campaign is short, following the characters' steps and unraveling the mysteries of the narrative make it worth the time.

Freedom Planet 2 takes its inspiration from one of the biggest franchises in the history of video games, but refines mechanics, design and narrative that had already been presented in the previous game. The sequel manages to improve what was great and becomes one of the best exponents of the genre.

Ruff Ghanor is a good digital representation of the character's universe and a game that has engaging mechanics, despite being challenging to the point of seeming unfair in some situations.

MLB The Show 24 is a great baseball simulator and one of the most competent sports games on the market. This year's Storylines are excellent and the new features in Road to the Show add a lot to the solo experience, even if there is a lack of novelty in other modes.

Not every interactive adventure game needs surprising, original or dense stories. As Dusk Falls is proof that a well-written and acted crime drama is enough to immerse us in a new universe. Even though the gameplay is simple, the interactivity in this game is manifested through the players' decision-making power and the impactful consequences of their choices.

Grandia HD Collection needs to be seen from two perspectives. As a game, it features two excellent and charismatic adventures with one of the best turn-based combat systems in JRPGs, highly recommended for anyone who enjoys the style. However, as a collection to relaunch old games, only the bare minimum was done, without extras or quality of life improvements. Even with the important step of bringing the games to more current platforms, these versions have technical flaws and are far from being definitive.

South Park: Snow Day! is recommended to South Park fans as a kind of additional episode, providing good moments of fun. However, it is short and raises questions about the real need for changes to the known formula among its recent games. It doesn't have much impact, but it offers what is necessary to entertain.

To the beat of its own drum, Tango Gameworks managed to develop something rare, unique and very, very fun.

Team Ninja once again shows its quality by further improving an excellent combat system and adapting it to an open world game. Masterfully representing Japan in one of its most troubled periods, in addition to delivering a complete quality package, Rise of the Ronin only fails in technical aspects and in some design decisions that can compromise in the end.

Dragon's Dogma 2 puts us back in the role of the Arisen on a journey through a world full of dangers and exciting moments. With an exploration encouraged by an excellent combat system based on the best mechanics of some of its most famous games, Capcom consolidates Dragon's Dogma as one of its best franchises. Dragon's Dogma 2 is one of the best action RPGs ever released and a must-have title for fans of the genre.

Alone in the Dark may not be the most inventive game of its kind, but it is extremely competent in everything it proposes. Combat, exploration and narrative are excellent, with a beautiful noir setting, slipping in few visual details and rhythm. The original survivor horror is back, and in a big way.

Manic Mechanics is a simple, fun, chaotic cooperative game that relies on some innovations during gameplay that highlight its competence. By avoiding excess, it delivers family content full of entertainment, as well as an accessible solo experience.

Although inspired by important classics of the genre and with good ideas, The Legend of Legacy HD Remastered fails to deliver an experience that engages the players enough to keep them interested in completing a journey. Much less seven of them.

King Arthur: Knight's Tale is a good tactical RPG with a lot of depth in its combat and base management system, as well as a rich story based on the Arthurian Legends. If you're a fan of the genre and King Arthur stories, you'll get a lot of fun out of the huge amount of content in this great title.

More than a recommendation for its unique accessibility features, The Vale: Shadow of the Crown is, as a whole, a robust and very well-articulated project. Aside from the lack of localization and advanced new generation features, it is an absolutely necessary game for each of us, sighted or not.

Outcast: A New Beginning is very far from being innovative and may disappoint anyone expecting something different from what the market already has in abundance. But, at the same time, it is honest in its simplest and most direct proposal, and can entertain enthusiasts for a good open-world shooter.

Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection brings all the action of Star Wars battles back to consoles. With the mission to be fun, the game has interesting single player campaigns, a Galactic Conquest mode with a hint of strategy and a multiplayer filled with new maps. A collection made for longtime fans, but which also invites new ones to experience one of the most fun experiences in the Star Wars saga.

Slave Zero X is a beat'em up extremely focused on its combat and, consequently, the player's fun will be directly linked to how much you will enjoy exploring combos and perfecting their execution. In case you are not part of this very dedicated subset of players, it's not an easily recommended title.

Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story is the definitive celebration of the legacy developed by Jeff Minter, delivering unique stories and concepts about game development. It's a beautiful look behind the scenes, creativity and context of old games, which move through time, returning to the present with a new and immersive look.

Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster is a remaster we didn't know we needed. The game preserves all the essence of the original, while bringing visual improvements and a series of extras. Its story is interesting, featuring some well-known characters and gameplay that is naturally an evolution of Doom. An exquisite work by Nightdive Studios, contributing to the preservation and accessibility of a game that was a landmark when it was released and leaving us eager for a possible remaster of the sequel.

Pentiment displays Obsidian Entertainment's full capacity of developing excellent games in lesser-explored genres and Xbox Game Studios capacity of offering these games to new platforms.

New Star GP is a fun title that focuses on simplicity, but still innovates with its retro aesthetics and some additional choices that offer depth and a feeling of accessibility when controlling the vehicle on challenging tracks. The game allows current players to experience the past, embracing simplicity and the spirit of overcoming as drivers.

Inkulinati stands out with a crazy setting and tone for a game that executes the turn-based strategy style really well, even though it stumbles over confusing controls and an uninspired interface.

REVEIL features a rich, evocative and vintage art direction, with detailed, well-made scenarios. Unfortunately, everything else is tied together in an average package that struggles to stand out from the myriad of games in the same subgenre.

Akka Arrh is a psychedelic, almost sensory experience, offering challenging, non-stop action that embraces precise but difficult-to-master mechanics. There is a purposefully confusing visual, with touches of modernity supporting an idea that was misunderstood decades ago.

Top Racer Collection is a great way to remember the past. In addition to bringing the trilogy, the collection also adds online, extra modes and even a modified game. However, it is an expensive package on the Brazilian PS Store and only the first title in the collection is actually worth it.

Vanillaware hits the spot with Unicorn Overlord while reinvigorating an RPG sub-genre that, for a long time, was neglected in the gaming industry. I strongly believe that it is also the best game created by the Japanese developer. Even though there are small imperfections, the game is brilliant and deserving of the highest recommendation.

Cats and the Other Lives is an excellent pixel art game that stands out for its engaging narrative and a feline protagonist full of personality. The Mason family dynamics guide players through mysteries, dramas and a past that remains the guiding thread of the story.

Mediterranea Inferno challenges the narrative, social and emotional conventions of what we've already seen in visual novels, and gets it right by problematizing conveniences in a bold and incisive way, without being shy about saying, showing or poking at topics that are still so sensitive in a world that prefers to ignore its own scars.

The Mobius Machine is, in essence, a decent metroidvania hampered by the disproportion between the enormous size of its map and the low variety of backgrounds, discoveries, rewards and even resources that help to revisit the world more efficiently. Those who like challenges will have something to find here, but for the rest, the real challenge will be to maintain interest and patience in this adventure.

WWE 2K24 is even better than its predecessor, bringing new match types, adjustments to game modes and some news details that enrich the series' gameplay, bringing also a Showcase that establishes a very high quality standard that should set the tone for future games.

PowerWash Simulator: Warhammer 40,000 Special Pack adds five new vehicles to an ever-growing list of jobs available in the game. Players who have enjoyed the game can get a few more hours worth of relaxing time out of the game, but it's not a job pack such as this one that will convince other people to give the game a shot.

Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake retells the exciting story of the brothers, maintaining the basic concepts of the original game, but improving its graphics and sound considerably. However, technical problems go against these improvements, making some corrections necessary for the game to reach its full potential.

Without any great novelties or innovations, Hiveswap Friendsim's greatest strength lies in its well-written text and unexpected situations. Visually unstable and mechanically simple, it's a recommendation for fans of the genre who don't expect to be involved with a great story, but rather with the misadventures of a fan of making friends.

Pesterquest is a direct continuation, in terms of theme, story and mechanics, of the previous game. Without any substantial improvements, what's left is the same sharp text, but it doesn't venture beyond what we've seen before in the franchise. Even with some visual improvements, it's just "more of the same".

FOAMSTARS is a game of two extremes where not all the foam and style in the world can hide the lack of substance. It shows signs of variety and depth, but ends up being shallow. Its short matches are fun, but they don't keep you engaged in the long term and the repetitiveness in its PvE mode gets tiring before the player sees the best it has to offer.

Ufouria: The Saga 2 stands out against a backdrop of rehashed content by not limiting itself to a simple emulation of what was already established. By daring in form, aesthetics and content, the game stands out for its simplicity, charisma and, above all, for not using nostalgia as a crutch.

With a well executed retro personality, Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan is a 2D platform adventure with lots of challenges and items to find. The protagonist could be a little more agile, but, in general, the game does its job of revisiting past styles and improving them well.

Smalland stands out for presenting a setting in a rich and diverse universe, being excellent for creation and survival games. Greater adjustments and refinements could further improve the experience over time, but it is perhaps a game more suitable for those who are not looking for a very robust combat system.

Balatro is a true phenomenon. Simple in its execution, but enormous in its complexity.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is amazing. FFVII Remake's excellent battle system is improved even further, the story leaves the player (whether a veteran or newcomer to the series) intrigued to know what will happen and there is an immense amount of content to be explored.

Skull and Bones embraces the piracy theme in a naval battle game that delivers good combat in a well-crafted fantasy. There are still a lack of precise adjustments to improve the experience as a whole, improvements to poorly developed mechanics and the endgame in its current state is deplorable. Despite this, there is an opportunity here for fans of the style and setting to have fun, as long as they understand what the game proposes.

Promenade is delicate, light and full of life, without being simple or silly. With beautiful visuals and sharp mechanics, the game features a series of intriguing and challenging tasks that value the player's ability to deal with problems, thus offering a fun and rewarding experience.

Pacific Drive is an intriguing survival title that appeals to the player's unknown and curiosity, with unique and engaging moments. By mixing vehicles and survival, Ironwood Studios gets its proposal and boldness right.

qomp2's peculiar movement scheme is, at the same time, the one thing that sets it apart as a puzzle platformer, but also a possible source of frustration. With coherent mechanics, but little varied visuals and a creative potential that is not explored as it could have been, it is a title that will please fans of the genre for as long as it lasts, as long as they don't expect something striking or surprising.

A Little To The Left is nothing exceptional, but because it is unpretentious, it can surprise you positively. Get ready to relax and spend hours organizing the most diverse types of clutter, barely noticing the time passing.

Spirit Hunter: Death Mark II keeps the franchise going, one that has conquered a relevant space in its niche, by innovating certain aspects, while keeping others that have branded the games' identity.

Helldivers II came as a surprise and marks a significant moment in PlayStation Studios' console and PC releases. If it has the right support, it will be a game remembered and played for years to come.

Tomb Raider I-III Remastered enables long time fans to relive the golden days of the franchise with a gorgeous new coat of paint without compromising the player's nostalgia. However, gameplay mechanics have been deliberately kept as they were back then, which might push away potential new players who aren't familiar with the original games. Master the controls, and you are guaranteed to have a great time.

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a bit disappointing with its technical problems and lack of simple features, but DON'T NOD managed to create a magnificent and addictive world that makes the player want to follow it to the end - after all, you are responsible for the fate of Red and Antea.

Ultros is a nice journey through colors and sound effects; a relaxing journey that inspires the preservation of life and its renewal. However, it could be a memorable experience if it were better balanced in some of its aspects.

Airhead leaves nothing to be desired in what it proposes. Although there is no combat, the gameplay offers other satisfying mechanics. It has interesting puzzles, even if it sometimes traps the player in solving some of the more complicated ones. Unfortunately, there are some annoying bugs present, which if resolved will make the game even better.

By trying to deliver a looter shooter in an already consolidated universe but showing another side and approach, Rocksteady Studios only proved that fans were right from the first glimpse of the game. There are notable positives despite everything, as enjoying it cooperatively is fun for a while, but the decisions made didn't prove to be the most appropriate and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League fails to stand out as a whole, being a half baked product without much creativity.

KONOSUBA - God's Blessing on this Wonderful World! Love For These Clothes Of Desire! is a game that doesn't really strike a chord, even for KONOSUBA's fans. The tedious gameplay, low budget and very poor localization leaves very little for those that, despite all that, may still want to give this game a chance.

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is excellent in everything it proposes and certainly has the best ingredients to please different audiences, including the most skeptical ones. Beautiful, objective and exciting in the right way, the game is a sure presence on my list of favorites of the genre.

Persona 3 Reload is an imperfect remake in which, although the lack of content from previous expanded versions is annoying, its new features and the necessary (and very well executed) reformulation of combat make this the best way to play the best narrative that series already had in a package with a great localization to PT-BR.

Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story is a special adventure, whose protagonists are the soul and highlight of the expanding League of Legends universe. Despite the limitation and linearity, it has enough requirements to please adults and young players, immersed in its accessible and charming gameplay.

Hidden Through Time 2: Myth & Magic brings more of the same comfortable and fun search for hidden objects. I felt a lack of aesthetic evolution, but the ambition was invested in the Architect mode to create and share new levels, greatly increasing the possibilities of enjoying this lovely and relaxing game which, even though it is single-player, can be enjoyed with the whole family.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is one of RGG's most ambitious titles. The union of the two dragons brings a mature plot, full of intrigue, with fun and exciting moments, but also a strong criticism of our society. The improvements in combat and the occupation system make the gameplay even more refined and with the possibility of new strategies. The visual part shows that the Dragon Engine still has a lot to offer and exploring Honolulu is not only fun, but also rewarding. All of this is surrounded by one of the best soundtracks in the franchise. Its big problem is the replay factor, since the New Game+ campaign is paid. A spectacular game that brings dozens of new features, but without forgetting to give a warm hug to longtime fans.

Tekken 8 is a natural evolution of a fantastic series. The online finally has a very well implemented rollback netcode. The cinematic story mode is well made and has an interesting plot. Other modes such as Tekken Ball and Arcade Quest help with the title's longevity. But the point that matters most, which is the gameplay, continues to please veterans and newcomers alike - but only time will tell if the Heat System will be well accepted by the majority of players.

Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy brings three great games to modern platforms and, as a whole, make an incredible story that all players should enjoy. This trilogy, specifically, is a testament to the evolution of the series between different platforms and technologies while showing that its main pillars, story, characters and incredible mysteries are still strong even nowadays.

Headbangers: Rhythm Royale combines the genres of rhythm games with Battle Royale in a very fun proposal. Unfortunately, its content is all focused on online multiplayer, without any option to play locally with friends. The minigames are fun, with a few caveats for a couple that are a little confusing. Future updates will be essential to maintain a good pace in the title, as it will not be sustained for long with current content and cosmetic updates alone.

A very respectable metroidvania, Touhou Luna Nights brings gameplay, exploration and combat, within the Touhou universe, to all fans of the genre.

Bahnsen Knights is strange, short and awkward. It has uncomfortable controls and isn't even available in Portuguese. None of this, however, takes away from the game its best narrative qualities, bold artistic style and a very particular way of promoting a good immersive experience worthy of its best inspirations.

The Cub is simple and has an excellent story. Despite the limitation, it is committed to keeping the player entertained, contemplative and focused in challenging moments, always surrounded by the illusory peaceful sensation. The unique art style and sound elements inserted into an experimental narrative are reason enough to play the title.

People can crucify companies that remaster games instead of creating new works, however, when something is as well done as The Last of Us Part II Remastered, there is no hater in the world who can find flaws to complain about. All the extras greatly increase the lifespan of the game and can deepen the player even further into the narrative in an extraordinary way. If you played the original version and have a PS5 at home, purchasing (or upgrading) is mandatory.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is an excellent metroidvania and should certainly be remembered among the best of the genre. I was surprised at several moments throughout the adventure, whether by the incredible level design, combat and movement fluidity, interesting powers and much more. This is a title that shows Ubisoft at its best and marks an excellent start to the year for the developer and all the fans.

Echoes of the Fallen is a good expansion for Final Fantasy XVI, bringing more details about one of the least covered points in the game's lore and more challenging combat sessions than seen in the base game. Even though it seems more like an appetizer, it will please those who want a little more of Final Fantasy XVI.

Trinity Fusion brings a good mix of the roguelite and metroidvania genres. However, some limitations in its build creation system and the constant feeling of repetition of scenarios and enemies prevent it from reaching a more prominent place among the many options in the genre.

Cookie Cutter delivers everything and more than it intended with its proposal. With a good story, dynamic combat and rich visual details, the game wins you over from the beginning and makes you want to play "just a little bit more" for hours. Negative points exist, but they are not so relevant to the final result and they can all be easily corrected with updates. Especially for those who enjoy the metroidvania style, this is a must-have title.

With an unprecedented story, unorthodox gameplay and originality to spare, GNOSIA is a masterpiece of the genre that deserves all recognition.

Custom Mech Wars is a fun game if you like creating and testing mechs and repeating this cycle over and over again. It is a title aimed at this niche of player and, in addition, it lacks important options such as publishing your mechs online or a greater variety of scenarios in the campaign. I hope D3Publisher continues with the idea, as it has the potential to be something special.

SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is a fun mix between RPG and Turn-Based Strategy that should please the most passionate fans of the genre and provides an accessible entry point for curious ones, even if it stumbles at certain points.

Alina of the Arena is a good roguelite game that challenges the player with each new run in a very fair and fun manner. There is a limitation on how much you can enjoy it and some issues with the controls, but it is a title that will please the most dedicated fans of the genre.

Bem Feito is very short, but considering the inventiveness of the proposal based on great references especially for the old school audience, it proposes an experience very different from what we are used to - all with quality, care and a somewhat morbid type of affection.