eFootball Kick-Off! brings back the spirit and feeling of the Konami football games of yesteryear thanks to a quick, simple and accessible gameplay that leaves both beginners and veterans at ease with its smooth and fun experience, a strong technical performance on the Nintendo Switch 2, and a very solid local multiplayer mode. The experience is less outstanding when it comes to its online component and a certain lack of depth that keeps eFootball Kick-Off! from standing shoulder to shoulder with the football greats in the Switch 2 catalogue.

Super Meat Boy 3D may not have the same chainsaw effect on 3D indie platformers that its 2D predecessors had, but that does not stand in the way of being a marvellous and diabolically fun trial and error platformer. With a level design that's just on the right balance between frustrating and motivating, sharp controls that correctly translate the player's moves, and a fun and competent audiovisual art and style, Super Meat Boy 3D does have occasional camera hiccups that can end badly, and its boss levels feel less impressive than the regular levels, gameplay wise. Still, the sheer intensity, comical violence and addictive nature mean that players will have plenty of reasons to try and try and try again, whether on the regular levels or the absolutely merciless Dark World levels.

Thanks to a simple but sensible approach that prioritizes giving each Mii a little push on their way to happiness with a myriad customization options, there’s plenty to do here in a comedic fashion that inevitably can start feeling a tad too repetitive at moments, even when keeping in mind this is an experience best enjoyed in shorter sessions, but the game's formula and incentives are well tuned and the interaction is simple and welcoming for everyone, especially those with a creative eye.

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book brings a new identity to the Yoshi series that feels genuinely welcome. The game boasts a stunning art style, and its new mechanic of investigation fits perfectly with the idea of giving Yoshi a new direction beyond the usual action platformer. The lack of difficulty or challenge, however, is the main obstacle towards keeping the game from reaching its full potential.

Coffee Talk Tokyo keeps the elements that made the previous two games solid names and successfully delivers an experience that's emotionally soothing and with a writing quality that's rich and engaging throughout the game. At the same time, nothing entirely unexpected is to be found here, and those looking for something new other than the change of setting to the city of Tokyo will find that this Coffee Talk chapter keeps things safe. Nonetheless, those looking exactly for more of what makes Coffee Talk memorable have all the resons to look into this new delivery.

Amnesia: Rebirth still shows some of the elements that made the Amnesia series a powerhouse of horror games, namely its atmosphere and the player's sense of vulnerability. However, the game promises something it does not fully deliver, and soon enough the main gameplay mechanics feel like a chore. At the same time, there are long moments where very little happens that's worth of notice. Overall, Amnesia: Rebirth gets things right when it comes to creating an atmosphere of unrest, but it lacks the consistency to make it an exquisite horror game across the board.

Pokémon Champions draws inspiration from previous combat-based games and presents itself as the core of Pokémon's competitive experience. And it does a very good job at that, too, as the combat here is more accessible and more immediate, and the game provides a great venue for testing out teams, tactics and combinations. At the same time, it feels like the game falls a bit behind its true potential, and the free-to-play model is prone to be affected by excessive monetization and a rather limited beginning content.

Resident Evil Village gets the treatment it deserves on the Nintendo Switch 2 under this Gold Edition, that not only does a much better job than its cloud-based predecessor, but also includes the DLC released since then. Featuring a tense-ridden atmosphere, an exquisite sound design and an impressive array of unforgettable and disturbing enemies, Resident Evil Village Gold Edition stands on its own merits. The game has more than earned its place on the Switch 2 and delivers a marvellous blend of gothic horror, exploration and action.

Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Gold Edition is a very competent port of an amazing game that shows the Switch 2 can handle such endeavours without issues. Playing RE7 on the go feels like the game has finally taken a much welcome step forward when it comes to atmosphere and immersion, and the experience really benefits from being played as a handheld game and with a headset. On top of that, the inclusion of its DLCs with Gold Edition make this an unmissable release.

MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has a striking personality that grabs the player right from the beginning thanks to its art style, looks and quality writing when it comes to creating a noir world, and performs equally strongly when it comes to the game's FPS action. Even if its detective component falls below the rest of the experience, this is a very solid and captivating game that fits perfectly on the Nintendo Switch 2 catalogue, further aided by its mouse controls.

Marvel MaXimum Collection is a compilation that features an unorthodox choice of games based mostly on their time of release rather than quality. Some of the games have not aged well and their inclusion in this collection feels more like a curiosity. On the other hand, fans of 1990s Marvel games will find this collection to be more practical than looking for overpriced retro games, especially with the multiple formats included here, and the extras do a good job at improving the experience.

It's still one of the very best 2D Mario games ever, and now it looks sharper and performs better. With that said, the new additions are fun but they did not give the experience a greater creative and qualitative edge. The multiplayer minigames and single player training challenges are welcome, as are the difficulty and assist options, but those who know the original well enough might not see this Switch 2 version as a significant improvement over the original. Especially when the original is already so good, and fairly recent.

OPUS: Prism Peak is a narrative adventure that strikes a high note when it comes to its emotional dimension and exquisite art style, and which successfully makes photography a core aspect of the gameplay experience. While less of a conventional adventure than some could expect, Prism Peak boasts a very well implemented atmosphere and an unforgettable plot that binds every element of the game together, and the result is a game with a unique identity.

Basketball Classics does not attempt to deliver a detailed realistic experience but rather to set up a fast-paced, accessible arcade game that features much more than it seems at first. The game avoids any races it cannot win by focusing on a lighter experience that works fine, even if it won't appeal to every kind of player and its gameplay reaches its limits soon enough, but its old-school charm and ease of access more than make up for Basketball Classics' shortcomings.

Comical, ridiculous and annoying, all at the same time and often in equal proportions, Human Fall Flat manages to hit the intersection between those three adjectives almost perfectly, and in an amount that's just enough to keep players' attention thanks to its well-crafted level design, minimalistic audiovisual environment, and (why not?) customization choices.

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake does a good job at preserving the original's unsettling atmosphere and the emotional dimensions of the plot. Like a master of its own craft, this game knows how to deliver horror that is not shoved on the player's face but rather creeps up slowly and cleverly manipulates the rawest of human emotions. If Fatal Frame II's mechanics have aged fine, including the Camera Obscura, some performance issues need fixing to improve the experience. While not a game for everyone, horror fans with a taste for psychological horror will find themsleves enraptured by this remake.

Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers delivers a fun and welcoming arcade-style beat'em up experience that goes beyond the nostalgia trip cliché. This new entry fits nicely with the classic 16-bit trilogy, while adding new touches and elements to the gameplay that allow for more variety and experimentation. The series' identity is alive and well, and the co-op multiplayer is a marvel to play, even if on solo the experience can start feeling repetitive too soon.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is fully aware of the Virtua Fighter legacy and holds it up high with plenty of technical skill and mechanic depth. Although based on a game released twenty years ago, this edition delivers an experience that will tick all the right boxes with fans of intricate fighting games, though it is less welcoming of newcomers hoping for a simpler style. Online play has also been improved, thanks to rollback netcode and crossplay, which help make this the ultimate version of Virtua Fighter 5, where all the hallmarks of the series can be found at their finest.

This story-led adventure game more than earns its credit for its beautiful art style and exquisite soundtrack. The plot is the main driver and it's a marvel to find out more about the game's tragic but heartwarming background story. Its combat is less impressive, though, and it feels repetitive soon enough, especially as we expand Kena's capacities, and at some specific points there seems to be a performance issue with regards to the graphics. Nonetheless, the game's narrative dimension, its audiovisual world and the exploration and search for collectibles more than help Kena: Bridge of Spirits merit its place on the Nintendo Switch 2 catalogue.

Blue Prince is an outstanding game that delivers an unconventional exploration and puzzle experience. Players will find their curiosity stimulated to the point where it becomes the game's main dynamo, and with a very original structure, an extremely rewarding sense of progression and an atmosphere that seems to have a personality of its own, it's easy to recommend Blue Prince as one of the very best head-scratching adventure games on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Pokémon Pokopia takes a well known life sim formula and gives it a very striking Pokémon identity that helps with creating one of the most surprising and welcome Pokémon games of the decade. With a slow but very cozy and natural sense of progression and addictive gameplay mechanics, Pokopia features a world that's full of personality and very appealing experiences, and it's truly one of the most exquisite Switch 2 games of the moment.

While it does not reinvent the original game, what we have here keeps the main tenets of the experience and pairs them with welcome new improvements, especially on its visual component and combat system. This fits nicely with the game's more serious plot, character development and long lifespan, which help with shaping a very enjoyable classic JRPG experience.

Minishoot' Adventures shows how it's possible to pair experiences from twin-stick shooters with those of a 2D adventure metroidvania and build a marvelous, fun game out of it. Simple and clean, Minishoot' Adventures has the frantic combat of a twin-stick bullet hell shooter coupled with the exploration of an adventure game, and it all plays out very naturally, piquing the player's curiosity about what enemies we'll find next or what unexplored area and new objects we will find.

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen bring back one of the most solid Pokémon experiences ever made, with a few additional and welcome extras such as the possibility of integrating the players' creatures in Pokémon's modern ecosystem, which help make this version more user-friendly for our time. Above all, it's a vivid demonstration of how well these two games have aged, even if this rerelease could have gone a bit further in its ambition.

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen bring back one of the most solid Pokémon experiences ever made, with a few additional and welcome extras such as the possibility of integrating the players' creatures in Pokémon's modern ecosystem, which help make this version more user-friendly for our time. Above all, it's a vivid demonstration of how well these two games have aged, even if this rerelease could have gone a bit further in its ambition.

Scott Pilgrim EX brings a change in structure compared to more conventional sidescrolling beat'em ups which sets it apart in ways that are welcome but can also feel unusual at first. Nonetheless the Scott Pilgrim DNA remains unchanged, with frantic and creative combat, a gorgeous pixel art visual style and the series' own irreverent humour. Fun when played solo, and an absolute frenzy on multiplayer, Scott Pilgrim EX embodies the comics' spirit down to the last detail.

Resident Evil Requiem strikes a balance between the series' legacy as one of the greats in survival horror and an action-based approach, and it does so with the quality that we have come to expect. The game delivers a satisfying performance on the Nintendo Switch 2, where it's able to demonstrate a rich and detailed environment and to create the kind of atmosphere where the series excels at.

Thanks to the slick dynamics between the team members - kept together by a fairly interesting plot - and to the level design and enemy placements, each mission is a serious test of our concentration and problem-solving, and the use of the titular shadow tactics will prove very important at tackling some of the most difficult moments. Blades of the Shogun more than earned its place in the Nintendo Switch 2 catalogue.