Hades is, to put it simple, a stroke of genius - or something worthy of the gods. This magnificent work will easily grab players from the beginning, whether through its combat system, audiovisual environment, or plot development, Hades reveals itself as a must-have gem which undoubtedly deserves its place in everyone's Nintendo Switch.

Fun, intense, accessible, gorgeous to look at and with an addictive soundtrack, Shredder's Revenge not only boasts arcade and story modes, it also features a 6-player co-op, ensuring that everyone will have their fun punching, kicking and jumping around with some of pop culture's most memorable heroes. With the added touch of being able to play it anywhere, this is truly an indispensable game on everyone's Nintendo Switch.

Immensely vast worlds, a set of complex but carefully managed gameplay mechanics, an amazing cast of characters, and a thrilling plot that will grab the player's attention from the first moment and coupled with a beautiful and exquisite audiovisual environment all contribute to make this one of the most magnificent games to come out on the Nintendo Switch.

Metroid Dread is an achievement in every dimension we use to look at it. This exquisite work brings the Metroid formula up to our day, yet it doesn't compromise on what made Metroid such a colossal name in gaming. With brilliant level design, marvelous looking visuals, frantic and demanding combat, long lifespan and replay value, perfect performance on any screen, an overarching plot that binds everything together, and pretty much everything else that goes along, Metroid Dread is an instant classic and one of the finest pieces ever crafted for the Nintendo Switch.

An absolutely indispensable cooperative work that goes beyond the usual boundaries of co-op gaming and ventures into the fundamentals of human relationships, It Takes Two will captivate its players with an array of vast worlds to explore, a creative and varied gameplay, and an experience that's easily accessible even for those with little or no gaming background.

Disgaea 7 wants to reinvent the tactical RPG series for a new generation, and it passes the test with flying colours. Thanks to its improved gameplay mechanics, a comically engaging plot, enormous amount of content to explore, and added game modes, there is virtually no aspect in Disgaea 7 that is not an improvement over its previous chapters. It all amounts to a game that not only earned its place in the Nintendo Switch catalogue for Disgaea fans but also for newcomers who have never had contact with the series before.

It goes out of its way to make it the absolute and definitive version of Yakuza 0, building on every element of the game and making it more enjoyable, more ambitious, and an overall better game to play, without forgetting its many side quests and hustles. It also shows what the Nintendo Switch 2 can do, and delivers an experience that performs at a very high level without ever compromising its quality. Yakuza 0: Director's Cut on the Switch 2 is one of the greatest games of narrative action ever made, and a textbook case of a bridge between the past and the present.

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.

Bayonetta is back and the long-awaited third game not only builds up on the excellent formula of games past, it goes one step forward and adds new protagonists, experiments with elements of other genres, improves on its plot structure, and allows all kinds of players to enjoy it, creating an experience that's both familiar and fresh, as well as accessible, thrilling, gorgeous, and enveloping. Bayonetta 3 is a fantastic addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue and it deserves to be on everyone's collection.

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury brings both the Wii U classic and an entirely new approach to its gameplay. If 3D World is the same game that it was on its original release, now updated to the Nintendo Switch format, then Bowser's Fury is a fantastic look into what could be the future of the Super Mario Bros. series, based on open world exploration. While this component may not last as long as we would like it to, it leaves us eager in anticipation to see what will be happening next.

Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 keeps all that made the two Wii games groundbreaking and brings them up to today's standards without compromising what made them eternal classics. Thanks to the slick visual and interface upgrades it is now possible to enjoy the galactic exploration of the two Mario classics in smoother detail, while the Switch 2 mouse controls and the Assist Mode make them much more accessible for newcomers. Whether nostalgic veterans looking to relive the two games or new fans meeting Mario's galactic adventures for the first time, this is the finest experience they could ask for.

Absolum takes elements from beat'em ups, brawlers, and roguelites, and presents some of the best elements of those genres in an action-packed experience with a fantasy theme. The dynamic and varied combat gives the players all possible incentives to try different combinations and styles, and the game's exploration and progress are structured in a way that becomes very addictive, very quickly, with that classic 'just one more go' feeling that takes us back the arcades.

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.

Pikmin 4 marks the return of one of Nintendo's most beloved series, and this return could not have happened in a better way. Thanks to its exquisite audiovisual world, slick gameplay mechanics, an enveloping strategic component, and the adorable relationship between the player and the little alien creatures, Pikmin 4 is nothing short of a jewel on the crown of the Nintendo Switch.

Lil Gator Game invites the player with its charming presentation and a no-stress and accessible gameplay approach to an adventure game, only to leave its marking with marvelous writing and delightful storytelling that deliver a touching and unforgettable homage to the powers of childhood imagination and friendship. Truly an indispensable gem in the Nintendo Switch catalogue, and a game with a soul that can bond with anyone.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade brings one of the most influential RPGs of all time to the Nintendo Switch 2 under a modern, ambitious and competent work that delivers the game's most versatile and accessible version ever made. While there is a choice between graphics and performance in some instances, this remake brings forth an enveloping plot, a dynamic hybrid combat system, a good adaptation work to the Switch 2 and on top of that, there's the Intermission episode.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is a marvelous work that does a fine job at portraying the torments of someone afflicted mental health issues. It's also a very good hack and slash, with a fantastic visual environment, an exquisite audio component with emphasis for its voice acting and an experience that's never enough to recommend again and again.

Its additions make what was an already slick and fun experience even better, and the open world maps now bring a dimension of exploration, which coupled with a gorgeous visual environment, a very fitting soundtrack, and a finely executed co-op multiplayer all contribute to make River City Girls 2 a bright gem in the Nintendo Switch catalogue.

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.

PowerSlave Exhumed brings back a mid-1990s FPS classic, one of the most refreshing and innovative games of its time. This adaptation to the modern era is a remarkable work that captures the very best of the original, and works smoothly and with great controls on the Nintendo Switch today. This classic with emphasis on action and exploration provides a marvelous ambiance that surrounds the player and shows how the original was ahead of its time. Strongly recommended for all FPS fans.

Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends and the Secret Fairy is a direct sequel in the Atelier series and it brings significant improvements over its predecessor. The exploration and combat mechanics are now slicker and more dynamic, while the freedom of movement has taken a major step ahead. Coupled with its exquisite soundtrack and despite a lower prominence of the game's plot, Atelier Ryza 2 is an instant classic that provides a marvelous experience to everyone.

Sonic X Shadow Generations could not be a better celebration of the modern era Sonic legacy and a better tribute to Shadow. Its improvements make the original Sonic Generations a marvellous nostalgia trip for long running fans and an excellent entry point for new fans, while Shadow Generations is an extraordinary addition to the experience. Sonic X Shadow Generations truly brings the best of two worlds and it's a landmark in the series' legacy for everyone.

Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door still stands as one of the most beloved Mario RPGs and this remake hits all the right notes when it comes to preserving its legacy and bringing it up to today’s standards. Its unique plot and characters are left untouched, while the combat system is as slick as ever and the updated visuals, soundtrack, and new fast travel possibilities make this a benchmark with regards to remakes - not to mention, it’s still one of the finest Mario RPGs.

Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon is an exquisite action-adventure spin-off from the Bayonetta trilogy that brings a series of new elements regarding its gameplay, boss battles and art style while reminding the player of everything that makes the Bayonetta series such a landmark of modern gaming. An absolutely indispensable addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue that any fan of actions games should get their hands on.

The gameplay mechanics, which benefit immensely from touch controls on the Nintendo Switch screen, will grab the players right away and those with creative skills will feel even more stimulated by how the game advances. A real gem of a game that contributes to enrich the Nintendo Switch catalogue beautifully.

We Love Katamari Reroll+ Royal Reverie is everything that could be expected from a remaster that enhances its source material. Every single thing here is an absolute delight to the senses, from the impossibly crazy and bubbly soundtrack to the level design, the sheer pleasure of rolling more and more, and the high-grade visual adaptation, We Love Katamari Reroll+ Royal Reverie is an undeniable gem in the Nintendo Switch catalogue.

Mario Kart World is one of the finest system launch titles that Nintendo has ever made. The successful Mario Kart formula has been given new elements which fit the experience perfectly and the chaotic gameplay experience, whether solo or multiplayer, is all a player could ever ask for, whether a veteran or a newcomer. Topped off by an irreprehensible visual performance made possible by the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, an exquisite soundtrack and fine tuned, sharp controls, Mario Kart World is an absolutely indespensible game for any owner of Nintendo's new system.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment builds on what its two predecessors did and does it better, more ambitiously, and with a much more prominent plot, delivering the best "musou" experience on the Nintendo Switch 2 and a major addition to the Zelda universe. Thanks to the variety of quests, a more in depth combat that requires greater strategic thought, and the updates that render the experience more demanding and enveloping, Age of Imprisonment proves to be the best of its series, topped off by a near perfect performance on the Switch 2.