In a world of shooters that take themselves far too seriously, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando is that punch of slime in the face that makes you laugh while you’re drowning in it: a co-op game that lives for nights spent with friends. It’s Left 4 Dead wearing B-movie makeup, with vehicles mowing down zombies like grass and a soundtrack that takes you straight back to the VHS of The Thing.

Overall, the Fatal Frame 2 remake is a moderately ambitious project that aims to balance faithfulness with innovation. On one hand, it preserves the melancholic atmosphere and slow pacing that made the original a classic of the genre; on the other, it introduces numerous changes designed to make the gameplay feel more modern and accessible. The result is an experience that seeks to satisfy both longtime fans and new players, bringing one of the most influential survival horror titles of the early 2000s back into the spotlight and demonstrating that the Japanese model of psychological horror can still work in a gaming landscape largely dominated by far more action-oriented approaches.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is, without a doubt, the most ambitious chapter of Capcom’s RPG spin-off and marks a significant evolution for the series. While maintaining the classic structure built around exploration, egg gathering, and Monstie training, this installment introduces new mechanics that enrich the formula, making the experience deeper and more strategic.

WWE 2K26 undoubtedly represents the most complete evolution of the formula built over the past few years. Without overturning the foundations of the series, Visual Concepts expands nearly every aspect of the experience: new match types, a more dynamic presentation system, improved physics, and a massive roster all contribute to creating one of the richest entries in the franchise’s history. The result is a game that captures the spectacular spirit of WWE wrestling better than ever before, and one that shows extremely promising signs for the years to come.

Crisol: Theater of Idols stands out for its dark, richly symbolic atmosphere, seamlessly blending mysticism with a pervasive sense of unease. Its Iberian folklore–inspired aesthetic gives the world a striking and distinctive visual identity. The combat system, built around blood-driven survival mechanics, intensifies the tension and adds a thoughtful strategic layer. The fragmented storytelling invites curiosity and personal interpretation. Overall, it’s a promising title that favors artistic and emotional impact over straightforward action.

Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered is a debt paid and, in many ways, a success: not a miraculous resurrection, but a restorative treatment that brings a classic back to life and makes it playable again without having to hook up an old console to the TV.

Pokémon Pokopia is a bold experiment that successfully blends multiple genres, resulting in a title with a very strong identity. While the main series has always been fueled by collecting and battling, here collecting remains, but combat gives way to management and reconstruction. There’s no pressure. No performance anxiety. There’s a world to rebuild patiently, one micro-habitat at a time.

Cairn is a surprising title. It’s a game that constantly communicates with the player, and it works harder than many others—blockbusters included—to create an incredible sense of connection between player and played. Climbing, its fatigue, its meaning, are portrayed exceptionally well by the team at The Game Bakers and, provided you’re willing to compromise with gameplay that refuses any compromise at all, if you choose to be patient, you’ll be rewarded with an outstanding, galvanizing, and in many ways unforgettable experience.

Tales of Berseria Remastered is not a revolution, but a smart reimagining of a recent minor classic. Is it worth buying? Absolutely yes, especially if you haven’t had the chance to play it before. And if you’ve already played it, it could be the perfect opportunity to rediscover Velvet and her story, with a few added conveniences and without the frenzy of modern times. Finally, free from being overshadowed by a year crowded with blockbusters, Berseria can shine as it deserves, and I assure you, it’s truly worth it.

Resident Evil Requiem is a chapter destined to divide the fan base. Its almost obsessive reliance on fan service derails what could have been an incredibly powerful narrative, resulting in a convoluted script reminiscent of the series’ CGI films. It’s a real shame, because nearly every other aspect of the production reaches remarkably high standards, occasionally brushing against excellence. The gameplay is varied and rock-solid, supported by some of the best level and game design the franchise has ever delivered, Ultimately, however, its excess of ambition prevents it from matching the brilliance of the recent remakes or the strongest canonical installments.

God of War: Sons of Sparta isn’t a terrible game, but it’s not a more than acceptable game either. It simply sits somewhere in the middle. It’s a spin-off wedged into a series that is too big, too important, and too imposing to afford any missteps. Even back in the days of Ascension, widely considered the weakest entry in the entire saga, Santa Monica Studio made sure to follow a set of guidelines that would still guarantee an epic experience.

It's the same incredible and simple formula well known to fans. On iPad the game works great, on the iPhone there are some small issues due to the smaller gaming surface. It's still a great gaming experience, perfect for mobile patforms.

Styx: Blades of Greed isn’t a bad game. Within its evident limitations, it has several strengths that could convince many players to give it a chance. However, the game’s ambitions clearly clash with an execution that doesn’t always live up to its ideas or intended goals, ultimately offering players a watered-down and somewhat messy experience.

Reanimal once again proves, if proof were even necessary, the strong authorial identity of a development studio finally unleashed, free to express itself without softening or diluting its vision. Reanimal is an auteur horror experience: deeply cryptic and not easy to decode, yet a bold and genuinely rare work within its genre.

Mario Tennis Fever hits its main goal by putting the pure arcade tennis experience front and center. Fast-paced, fun, and built on several smart ideas, above all is extremely solid in its core mechanics. While the single-player campaign is less engaging than in the previous entry, and the potential of motion controls is largely left unexplored, these shortcomings do little to overshadow what ultimately stands as the most mature and refined chapter in the Mario Tennis saga.

RIDE 6 is not a game that tries to impress through spectacle or radical reinvention. It speaks softly, but with confidence and clarity. Milestone chose to reflect on its own legacy and shape a more mature, balanced experience. The result is a game that values freedom, accessibility, and respect for the sport it represents.

Yakuza 3 + Dark Ties is much more than a mere commercial venture, as it might seem to the less attentive: it is a bold remake that refreshes a solid but flawed title and resolves nearly all of its issues. While some longtime fans might grumble over the recasting of a couple of characters and a few cuts here and there in the interactions, the vast majority of players will inevitably appreciate the changes in pacing.

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice lives in a fragile balance, much like its characters: caught between the ambition to be more than a flashy anime tie-in and the difficulty of fully escaping the limits of its genre. At its best, it captures the weight of its battles, the emotional scale of the Final War, and that sense of growth that has always defined Horikoshi’s work.

Nioh 3 is a game that breathes ambition, a title that dares and isn’t afraid to throw the player into chaos. It’s frenetic, brilliant in many moments, and incredibly rewarding when you master its complexities. The combat system is deep and layered, and the introduction of Samurai and Ninja styles adds a level of tactical choice never seen before.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is probably the boldest of the three remakes released by Square Enix over the past couple of years: not only because the original title had already received an excellent remaster on 3DS, but also because the changes introduced here are less trivial and arguably more targeted than those the Erdrick trilogy actually required.

We don't know if we properly define Eufloria HD like a video game, but it surely is a relaxing and pleasant experience.

Mio: Memories in Orbit is an elegant and rigorous metroidvania that puts all its focus on exploration and precision. Its world is fascinating to traverse, the movement system is solid, and the bosses provide a genuine challenge. The narrative, however, remains in the background, and the combat system lacks meaningful evolution over time, staying consistently minimal. This is a game that asks a lot from the player and doesn’t always return an equally strong emotional engagement, but it still manages to leave a mark thanks to its visual identity and the coherence of its design.

Code Vein 2 is the classic example of a sequel that refuses to settle. It doesn’t take shortcuts, nor does it simply refine what already worked; instead, it deliberately tries to expand its scope, even at the risk of overreaching. This choice inevitably creates imbalances, and the game makes no effort to hide them: ambition often exceeds the ability to control it, layering sometimes turns into redundancy, and some solutions struggle to take a fully realized form.

Trails Beyond the Horizon is a game that demands attention, memory, and patience, but in return offers a vast, layered, and coherent narrative, something few JRPGs manage today. The combat system is solid and rewarding, side quests and optional modes add depth, and those who have followed the series so far will find continuous satisfaction.

Code Violet is one of those games that is born convinced it has something to say and dies without ever really finding the right words. It leans on a powerful imagery, uses it as a crutch, and then lets it fall, unable to stand on its own. A spectacular failure, and this is its true problem: it is a timid, confused product, lacking the identity necessary to turn inspiration into vision. When you play with the ghosts of the past, you should know how to evoke fear, not nostalgia. Here, neither happens, and all that remains is the feeling of having witnessed a wasted opportunity.

Tiny Wings HD for iPad improves all we've seen last year in Tiny Wings, adding local multiplayer, a new competitive mode and new graphics for Retina Display.

Lumines Arise is a successful return of a formula that still works today, dressed in an aesthetic that unabashedly pays homage to the Japanese Experimental Wave to which it belongs by DNA. When everything clicks (music, effects, difficulty, grid readability), it’s exactly the kind of experience that makes you say 'just one more skin and I’ll stop,' only to realize an hour has passed.

High production values and care for details make this independent adventure really stand out.