Rocket Knight Adventures: Re-Sparked Collection features an excellent game (Rocket Knight Adventures) with two other games that are not as good. The extra features are good additions, but the price charged for the package at its launch is very high.

GRID Legends doesn't do anything particularly new or ambitious, opting to stay close to the series' strong structure and add more content compared to its predecessor. More ambition would certainly be help to draw more attention to it, but regardless, it's still an excellent racing title.

Ghostrunner 2 shines with its new features, however, it sticks to the old successful formula. It has decent moments of inspiration, balanced with a familiar repetitive system. Challenging in its essence, it returns even more frenetic, fun and daring.

Despite offering countless possibilities, Bravery and Greed does not bring any innovation and is quite short. It has good challenges and fulfills the nostalgic requirement of games of this style, but still, when finishing it, something seems to be missing. Despite a good Adventure mode, the other modes are not that interesting.

Blending a relaxing feel with a light touch of strategy, Islanders: New Shores is a great game to spend a few hours in a leisurely, carefree way.

Helvetii is beautifully crafted, blending handcrafted art and solid movement and combat mechanics into a challenging roguelike structure that is sure to please any fan of the genre. However, the exploration of the environments and the relatively slow progression are not the best of its qualities.

Voice of Cards: The Forsaken Maiden is a great turn-based RPG, with a good story to tell and fun and challenging combat systems. There are some limitations that prevent it from reaching another level, but the game does everything it sets out to do with excellence.

Yakuza Kiwami is, without a doubt, one of the most faithful remakes ever developed. The title respects its origins while intelligently expanding the plot, delivering a much deeper and more cohesive experience. Playing it brings a mix of nostalgia and novelty. The structure of the PlayStation 2 original is still there, but with gameplay improvements that make the experience even more complete and fun. For those who have never played it, this is the definitive version. For everyone else, the new localization options are the perfect excuse to don Kiryu's gray suit once again.

With the recent update to the new generation, past performance issues are a thing of the past, allowing Yakuza Kiwami 2 to be enjoyed in its definitive form. While its story may not have the same impact as its predecessors, the famous blend of tension and chaotic fun that defines the essence of the series remains, making this an indispensable chapter.

Rise of the Third Power is a fun RPG inspired by classics of the genre that only suffers from its excessive linearity. It features an excellent combat system and a story that, despite falling into certain cliches, is supported by the strength of a very entertaining and concise text that delivers exactly what you want without going overboard.

9 Years of Shadows is one of those indies that manages to leave a lasting impression. The armor mechanics are well thought out and bring fluidity to exploration, especially during boss fights. Even with its mediocre story and minor technical issues, the title makes up for it with creativity, charming pixel art, and an excellent soundtrack, a well-designed atmosphere, and well-functioning gameplay. For those who enjoy metroidvanias and are looking for something new within the genre, it's worth giving it a try.

The beginning of Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is boring and tiring. However, as the adventure progresses, you will find the fun you wish you had at the beginning. Although it has its flaws, it can be a good option for fans of the genre who want to prepare for Hundred Heroes.

Sea of Thieves is a nice addition to the PlayStation's catalog of multiplayer games around the world. The game itself will benefit from an increase in the player base and more interest in Rare's multiplayer game. Despite never delving into any aspect of what it proposes and being an unpleasant single-player experience, the magic of cooperation and the freedom to enjoy the game without much commitment are the great attractions in a new world of piracy.

Infernax brings an interesting system of choices in a retro game, giving a certain freedom to the player, something that was not so common in the 8-bit era. The gameplay is quite primitive and there hasn't been too much effort to bring more modern elements to it. Thus, it is difficult to recommend Infernax to players who cannot tolerate the gameplay and aesthetics typical of the era it simulates. If that's not your case, Infernax is worth checking out. It's a nostalgic, fun game, with considerable content and with good surprises in store.

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.

In short, Frostpunk 2 is a brave step forward, unafraid to reinvent its own formula. While returning players might feel the absence of some predecessor's elements, sticking with it makes the sequel's depth and meticulous design evident. For rookies, no prior knowledge is needed, making it a fascinating gateway to this universe. The only drawbacks are a considerable amount of bugs, the usual (and frustrating) performance hiccups associated with Unreal Engine 5, and menus that can be tricky to navigate at times.

Achilles: Legends Untold honors the legacy of both the character who stars in the game and the good references from which the production draws inspiration. Beautiful and enjoyable to play, it has its own heels, but, precise and efficient as the hero, it surprises as one of the best works in the genre.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 distances itself from the original titles and is below in quality even from the 2019 game. It is still a great option as an FPS and delivers plenty of content, but it is clear that an evolution did not happen as expected.

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike action RPG that manages to avoid being just another copy of other big names in the genre. Its unique look with an Italian artistic and cultural references aligned with its gameplay concept of masks and lines makes the gaming experience unique and necessary for any fan of the genre. A good debut title on consoles for developer Jyamma Games.

Reverie Knights Tactics lives up to the legacy of Tormenta and builds a great story with very challenging and satisfying combat. Despite some technical problems, it deserves the attention of players.

RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures Deluxe offers an immersive experience for simulation enthusiasts. With several game modes, the opportunity to create custom roller coasters and challenges in varied settings, players can immerse themselves in managing their parks. However, despite some additions since the original 2018 game, the title does not bring any revolutionary innovations.

Shadows of Rose is a nice addition to the Resident Evil Village story, bringing new puzzles with new gameplay mechanics. However, it uses the same enviroment as the base game and its ending is disappointing. The Third Person Mode is interesting and should please those who avoided the title for being in first person. Finally, the new characters in The Mercenaries are valid additions, but needing to unlock them is unnecessary and because of this it is possible that many players will not even see them.

The Chant is a game with a psychedelic story, living up to the proposal. Although it has some technical problems and not very good lighting, the game may please fan of the genre looking for alternatives.

NBA 2K25 is an immensely fun simulator inside the court with a huge amount of modes to keep players engaged. Unfortunately, its microtransactions still are a major negative point in a package that, despite not revolutionizing the game, continues to deliver everything a basketball fan needs.

With a dark setting and a great graphic design, Children of Silentown paves its own way to find a special place among the point-and-click games.

Cotton Fantasy is a typical shmup at its core and follows the good old "shoot first, ask questions later" rule. It does not reinvent anything, it uses the best models of everything that came before in the genre and adds it all to the instant charisma of its protagonist and all the characters that surround her in a simple story about sweets.

Worldless stands out for its vibrant visual aesthetic and strategic challenges in turn-based battles. The abstract approach to the plot and the lack of detailed explanations can be frustrating, requiring discovery through trial and error. The experience offers intense moments, in which precise timing is crucial. Backtracking encourages exploration and solving challenges with new skills, despite some frustrating elements regarding understanding the mechanics.

Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly is a hot coffee in a rainy day, a safe bet from the developers by not straying too far from the formula established with the first game.