Skyward Sword HD updates an already excellent aesthetic and brings both minor and key enhancements to an originally flawed game. Does it solve all of its problems? No, but we still have a fun adventure filled with amazing characters and a nostalgic picture of a series that evolved so much since then.

Worms Rumble risks trying to change the classic formula and fails in the attempt. To make matters worse, performance issues make it difficult even for fans of the style.

With a great combination of RPG and dodgeball, Dodgeball Academia plays a lot of balls and hit the nail on the head.

Akiba’s Trip: Hellbound & Debriefed is the remastered version of a japanese PSP game, which never got localized before, and now we can finally figure out what's going on here. Considering its captivating cast of characters and the somewhat cool and engaging story featuring the player's ability to make choices, this bizarre game has aged extremely badly due to its cumbersome gameplay. Storywise, Akiba’s Trip: Hellbound & Debriefed is totally worth it. Although, it deserved a better treatment or even a remake rather than this low-effort remaster.

To long-time fans, the game may sound like a bucket of cold water. The lack of options is glaring. But if you're in the Olympic mood, or don't have an open pocket for a reasonably better game at $60, Tokyo 2020 is the right option for you. It can easily yield hours of fun, and is an excellent souvenir of the Olympics. It's the typical game that you swear you don't want to touch anymore, but you end up picking it up again and again anyway, it's so relaxing and fun it is, as if there's always something new in the background (even if there isn't).

Boomerang X is challenging and has a great combat system. Despite being quite abstract about the story, the desire is to play for several hours on end. Fly and play against your enemies in this amazing game.

Don't be fooled by its Kawaii-looking: Ender Lillies: Quietus of the Knights is a hardcore Metroidvania game, made for those who are willing to have their patience tested. Be prepared to die 50 times or so in a single boss-fight, to explore a huge map with a bunch of rooms loaded with hostiles, and to face a not-so-generous and somewhat poorly designed map which is going to drive you crazy.

Beautiful Desolation is a fantastic journey to a post-apocalyptic South Africa where the amazing story and gorgeous atmosphere are hampered somewhat by performance and gameplay issues. Because of that, finishing the game will be a wonder and a relief at the same time.

Even with performance issues, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin brings all the success formula of the franchise in a story very well crafted, charming and full of identity with good additions to the turn-based battle mode also keeping action and strategy on point. The world is vast, full of its own personality and the game for sure will be among the best RPGs of the year available for the Nintendo console.

The brand new Mario Golf's game hits the Switch, along with a couple of fun and crazy modes. However, the feeling that something is lacking is undeniable.

Cold Steel IV, for the best and for the worst, keeps all main characteristics from it's story arc and, finally, closes the Erebonia story for the Trails series. Here we have one of the best modern RPGs and the Switch's portability makes the game even better to be enjoyed.

Sludge Life is a first person platform game which takes place in a tiny and dirty open world. It might sound interesting, however the creators decided to focus too much on madness and crazy stuff rather than delivering a solid gameplay. The objectives are repetitive and shallow, consisting in graffiting walls and running around with no deep or meaningful task to be accomplished.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is a fan tribute to the classic SEGA game. It carries the original DNA in both the pros and cons. The art direction provides a beautiful graphic experience, however the level design and controls remain true to the original.

Afterpulse is a good shooter that provides casual fun for many hours, but that's it. The game feels very generic as it doesn't build a narrative and is really lookalike to military games like PUGB without any novelties, making it hard to be attached. Graphics are also not impressive and are very similar to the mobile version, making it look a bit lackluster on Switch.

Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Dry Twice is full of adventures, interactions with other characters, several sexual jokes, auxiliary items to advance the story and also the presence of some minigames. The game offers good gameplay duration, great graphics and a very fun story.

Ninja Gaiden Master Collection consists of three great action titles in a collection made with the bare minimum of effort. For a historical series like Ninja Gaiden, it is a shame that we haven’t received a product that is worthy of the legacy that these titles have built.

Mighty Goose is an exciting run n gun, it has smooth art, a beautiful score, lots of references and lots of action. Tailored to play again and again without realizing it.

Exodemon goes beyond its original objective of paying homage to retro FPS games, being able to be at the shelf with them. Its gameplay is faithful to its source at the same time that it manages to not feel outdated.

The House in Fata Morgana: Dreams of the Revenants is a true artistic work and does not fail in any aspect of its proposal. Highly recommended for fans of the genre.

Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World is a captivating title, presenting simple mechanics alongside a beautiful art style and pleasant soundtrack. On the other hand, the lack of new mechanics and some loose plot elements affect the final experience for the player.

Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind is a better prequel than its predecessor, with an even more intriguing story, supernatural elements, and richer and more diverse characters, despite not being a very fluid game to play.

Skate City is a calm game that is ideal for those who like casual games. It has simple controls, requiring only the analog stick to be moved to do the tricks. Despite being fun, the game has mediocre performance and short content.

Miitopia provides a lively and rewarding gaming experience. Despite being simple, its history has fun dialogues, which makes the game perfect for both children and adults alike. The amazing art direction represents the universe in which the game is inserted. The player is always an active participant in the creation of the characters and the gameplay has countless resources and possibilities worthy of a great RPG. Although it gets a little repetitive at the end, Miitopia is excellent and one of the most pleasant surprises of the year.

Layers of Fear is a really interesting experience. It has a well-written story and a sound narrative, along with great features and nice visuals. On the other hand, there still are some issues regarding some psychological horror aspects that undermine the overall quality of the game.

King of Seas is a game which uses procedural generation and is set in the interesting world of pirates. Despite its fun premise, it falls short in terms of variety and immersion.

Despite some performance problems, it is a great survival with history. His own style and cliché satire is very good, and has a lot of extras to collect. Recommended for those looking for a more calm and frightless survival.

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town shows that the franchise can maintain its established formula by taking risks in other ways like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing without the fear of losing its own charm. A game recommended for both fans and newcomers to the farming experience.

Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir really shines on its art, sound and, more than anything else, the story. In what should've been most important though, gameplay, even with several improvements, it still shows its age. It falls short of being a masterpiece but it is still a solid addition to anyone's Visual Novels library.

World Splitter is a very beautiful puzzle platformer, with a big replay factor due to several available achievements and a multiplayer mode. Its innovative gameplay is a nice fresh touch for platformers and makes for extremely satisfying puzzles to solve.

Two Point Hospital is a fun updated version of the classic Theme Hospital, and it manages to overshadow its predecessor in all aspects. Despite small performance issues and lack of touch support, the game has enough different elements to keep the player engaged for dozens (or hundreds) of hours.

Poison Control is a unique game, and perhaps a good buy for adventurers who like the genre. In general, it is a repetitive game, it does not stand out in any element, remaining only in the average. Gameplay is fun, but it is not enough to entertain for long hours of gaming.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion is a fun little game with a crazy story and an adorable cast of characters. This tittle is recommended for any fans of 2D Zelda gameplay style. However, the internet humor and lack of extra content might hurt the experience in the end.

New Pokémon Snap is a delightful take on the Pokemon Universe. In this title you're able to interact with wild Pokémon in their natural habitat, leading to a unique adventure that is both relaxing and gorgeous through the Lental Region.

Monster Hunter Rise delivers as the ultimate Monster Hunter experience. With an abundance of elements that make it uniquely related to the other games of the franchise, it also brings back the best in each entry, both in gameplay and in the roster of monsters. It is a must play for anyone who likes action games.

With multiple game modes and bosses that change patterns, the game is a great challenge. However, at the same time, it is quite simple in several aspects, such as scenarios and models. Worth the cost benefit for anyone looking for something in the bullet hell genre.

If you like puzzles and steampunk themes, Vaporum: Lockdown will be a big deal, providing many hours of challenges and battles. However, the narrative leaves something to be desired, discouraging the player to a point that it can almost be ignored.

Darq is absolute when creating a dark and dense environment. The game has clever and thought-provoking puzzles, as well as impeccable art direction. The love Unfold Games had when creating it is clearly observed, and that is enough to include it among the highlights of the genre. The lack of a more elaborate story and the short duration of the game can be a negative point, but these factors are far from spoiling the experience, which is very satisfying.

Overcooked! has reached a whole new level. The developers managed to correct and add all features that were missing in the previous titles: accessibility and a worthy remaster with tons of content. It's a fun game for absolutely every occasion, and the new crossplay feature offers even more options. It’s a gastronomic masterpiece!

Kaze and The Wild Masks takes us back to the classic 90s games, such as Donkey kong, Crash Bandicoot and many other platform games. With great animations and a fun gameplay, this title must be on the list of those who love this type of game.

Hellpoint is a satisfying sci-fi twist in the Soulslike universe, it brings an interesting setting and adds a lot of surprisingly positive mechanics to this gender. On the other hand, the Switch version is a bit lackluster as it comes with unimpressive graphics and general performance issues that compromise the experience for most players who are eager for a great Soulslike experience.

Despite history and multiplayer limitations, Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection provides an incredibly satisfying experience to players. Its gameplay carries the entire legacy of the franchise and, together with the wonderful art and soundtrack, transports us to an epic and adventurous fairy tale. The combination of nostalgia and innovation makes Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection a welcoming game, both for beginners and hardcore gamers. This game is a love letter to the first titles.

Atelier Ryza 2 is an expansion on the concepts that were laid down by it’s predecessor; this means that fans of the previous game will probably love the new adventure. However, the familiarity also means that those who weren’t charmed by the first outing won’t have that many reasons to give a chance to this new title.

Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, it’s a fantastic experience and a must play to anyone who enjoys the platform genre. Certainly it’s one of the best games that will be released to the Nintendo Switch in 2021. No matter if you are an old fan of the bandicoot or someone who just wants to enjoy a platform, you can’t go wrong with this game. Still, know that although the entire premise may seem childish, Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, might give you a really hardcore challenge if you decide to 100% everything in this game.

The emulation quality is decent and it’s a worthwhile way to get to know a bit more about SNK’s history as well as enjoy a great amount of content from such an experimental time in gaming.

Heaven's Vault is an exotic title that will catch one's eye for its beautiful artistic style. The game combines narrative adventure with code resolution in an open, nonlinear world. It also involves mystery, as you need to unravel the story by searching and solving codes. Puzzle and graphic novel enthusiasts will definitely love it.

Gnosia has a good proposal but its immersion is very shallow due to the limited responses that the characters return, making it difficult to say who lies and who speaks the truth. Maybe if they had voice acting, it could be more interesting.

Pikmin 3 Deluxe presents the complete edition of the title originally released for Wii U. Besides additional content, the new version brings changes in gameplay and offers local multiplayer in all game modes. The adventure has everything to offer a pleasant experience for all series fans and for those who still don't know one of the best Nintendo franchises.

Steven Universe focuses less on world interaction and more on combat, which is odd considering the protagonist rant on peace, but it’s still a great RPG to kill some time and the Switch port is excellent.

Blizzard Arcade Collection is a great collection made for early fans of the company, and it brings three great titles with their respective versions for everyone's taste. The extra material is also excellent, and for sure many players will feel gifted with them. However, many inconsistent decisions among the different versions are quite questionable, giving the impression that it's often a best choice to get into the SNES or Mega Drive/SEGA 32X versions, since these ones have the feature of save state and rewind, offering more freedom to the player. We hope that an update can fix these flaws and add the same features for all the three games.

Little Nightmares II is an excellent sequel to one of the best horror titles with elements of puzzle and exploration. The second game brings the "work together" appeal, with the return of Six (protagonist of first Little Nightmares), and the protagonism of Mono. This surreal adventure is worth every second.

Sam & Max: Save The World is an extremely fun game, with great humor in the dialogues and a solid gameplay. Lots of good challenges, that together with an excellent cast of characters, makes for a fantastic experience to play on your Nintendo Switch.

A great 2D Dungeon Crawl with a lot of potential but some improvements and corrections are missing. Especially in online mode.

Puss, in essence, is a cat, in a moment he is cute and when you try to pet him he shows his nails and tries to bite you! And as much as you know what will happen, you always end up falling into the same trap.

80 Days is a love-letter to the Jules Verne' epic homonym book. With hundreds of cities, automata and different stories, we can ensure that every new journey will look like was the first one. Hours of entertainment and a pleasant reading awaits you - to not say that you can be stuck on the plot.

Super Mario 3D World is one of the greatest (if not the best one) Wii U games that finally hits the Switch. However, the Bowser's Fury DLC feels like a shallow content included only to justify the full price being charged for a past released game remaster. For those who has already enjoyed everything that 3D World offers, there's no much reason to get this re-release, except the addition of the online multiplayer.

Doom Eternal is a sequence that dares to touch on everything from its predecessor, be it for the good or for the bad. New mechanics freshens up the gameplay and complements a much needed new art direction, level design and multiplayer. Those aspects clash with a narrative exposition that feels out of place and a new combat flow that doesn’t encourage creative strategies. The Switch versions presents incredible performance given the platforms limits but, for some, the halved framerate will not be enough for that level of action.

Serious Sam Collection brings great shooting titles to the Switch with a simple, but addicting and fun gameplay. Each title brings enough reasons to be replayed a lot of times, either to find more secrets or get more points in each level. The Collection also gives an excellent opportunity for a new public to know what the Serious Sam series is all about.

Among Us brings to the Switch the award-winning experience of 2020's Best Multiplayer Game. Giving us the best of both worlds, the use of touch screen integrated with the control stick movements, at least in portable mode, makes it very comfortable to play. It's really worth it, even if you already have it on other platforms; the Switch experience, at least for me, was better than either on PC and on mobile.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity is a true piece of art and very well done in a way that we can understand the relationships between the Zelda family, the champions and Link in facing this war against Calamity Ganon. Even those who are not familiar with the genre, I believe that this game is an invitation and takes the Warriors franchise to another level easily.

Foregone is a good Metroidvania that gets inspiration from several different sources. While that's good, its lack of innovation makes it a game full of promises that aren't really fulfilled. It's a good game that is always on the verge of being great but never really achieving it. It's worth the play though, for those who like the genre and like hard spikes of difficulty.

Animal Crossing New Horizons is basically perfect. Full of wholesome content that helped us cope with the COVID-19 pandemics, the game keeps the heart of its predecessors while innovating enough to make it unique. It may not have won Game of the Year but it'll be the game we all remember from 2020, for sure.

Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 keeps its predecessor's quality, but fails to bring new features that justify the price.

Vigil: The Longest Night has incredible art and a fantastic set. The common enemies and the scenarios are a bit repetitive, but the bosses make up for it in visuals, creativity and immersion, in addition to bringing great combat. Some gameplay and level design flaws can discourage exploration in search of unknown places of the map, but the thought-provoking story and well-crafted side quests make the game worthwhile in spite of everything.

The three games in this collection deserve to be played by as many people as possible, but it is a pity that the most accessible version of them so far has been made with so little care.

Carrion is a fun reverse Metroidvania, in the sense that you play as a villain, not the human/hero. In a universe full of anti-heroes and complicated moral choices, here, you just have fun destroying and devouring everything you see ahead.

An impeccable execution of all the elements that make up a good beat em ’up with space to evolve the genre significantly.

Paper Mario: The Origami King arrives on Nintendo Switch with very high quality graphics, a pleasant soundtrack and a plot full of very good humor, typical of the Paper Mario series. Among countless places to visit, bosses to win, and puzzles to solve, the game can be considered one of the best in the franchise.

Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is an excellent arcade adaptation of the series for the world of video games, but its football mechanics its not too good and give the feeling that something is missing, while betting excessively on special skills to grab attention.

The Witcher 3 should at least be experienced for its good attributes, but you must be prepared for any frustrations. It is a game that bets a large part of its chips on the narrative and the world, so players more used to well-polished mechanics will be surprised.

Catherine Full Body is an excellent game, regardless of your platform. The story is excellent and takes different directions and places according to the player's decisions. The puzzle is initially simple, but it becomes challenging and addictive as you progress through the game. This is not only a classic of Atlus, but also one of their best titles and it certainly deserves more prominence.

SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is a faithful remake of the game originally released in 2003. The game has great graphics, multiplayer mode, extensive levels and collectible items. However, it is worth noting the low level of difficulty in the story mode and considerable falls in frame rate at sometimes. Still, it is a great choice for lovers of 3D platform games.

Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town brings several aspects that players of the genre, and especially longtime fans of the franchise will appreciate as a remake, but could have improved the experience with more personalizations and more depth through never seen before content.

When reviwed from a zero point, Isle of Armor renews the metagame and includes a significant amount of content. It is just a pity that there is no sign of challenge to live up to the eight months of training. When out of this vacuum, however, it is clear that this expansion is much more complete than the base game, expanding its experience.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel 3 is a good game for JRPG fans more focused on history than action. Despite being a bad starting point in the series, it holds up as a good game, but unless you want to get to know the whole universe, there are better options than it.

Xenoblade Chronicles is a lesson on how to make a good RPG and is probably one of the most influential RPG games in the past decade, great for beginners in the genre and very challenging to those who want challenges, needing only to toggle the Expert Mode. Replaying this classic that already has two sequels was a great experience.

So in the end, think of Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics as a beautiful box of board games that you keep in a closet until one fine day you feel like playing again. Are you willing to pay 40USD for this box? Some would say yes, others would say no. In the end, it's a very polished and neat package. The game's proposal is quite simple, despite the vast content. The secret is to sit down without worrying and play at will, exploring each game until you get tired.

Huntdown is a 2D shoot'em up that balances challenge and fun, with precise gameplay, a captivating soundtrack, and impeccable 16-bit art. Despite the short duration, the game brings an incredible experience being a mandatory title for lovers of 2D action games.

Compared to other versions, Mega Mix is lacking in content, however, the portability makes it an attractive proposition even to those that have access to the other versions. When compared to other rhythm games on the Switch, Mega Mix has an enormous setlist and an amazing gameplay, making this one of the best rhythm games on the console.

TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 2 does a good job at bringing to your Switch the most dangerous race track in the world in a realistic way, and the game has a good number of nice tracks to play with, if you are an enthusiast of the genre. For the others, there are better racing games options, with a smoothie learning curve and better graphics.

Shantae and the Seven Sirens is a good game for those who want some fun time in a Metroidvania game. The game style returns to the series origins while bringing several quality of life improvements that make the gameplay smoothier. Besides being too easy and having loading screens that show up too often, the game experience is still really enjoyable, and everyone who likes either Shantae's games or Metroidvania games should definitely spend a few hors with Shantae in this tropical paradise.

Concept Destruction offers fun disputes involving battery powered cardboard carts, in which your objective is, literally, to crush and avoid being crushed by your opponents. The game has a great soundtrack, good gameplay, themed scenarios with cardboard structures, and customizable vehicles.

Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition is an awesome addition to the Switch library. The game that helped redefine the hack and slash genre is still really fun to play, and with some new and exclusive modes, Capcom shows that they are worried about improving the experience, instead of just porting it. The Switch edition opens up for way more stylish combos and, if you don't care for its 2005 graphics, you should give the game a chance (or a new chance), because this is DMC3's definitive edition.

It’s such a shame that Nintendo have little interest in developing a sixth DKC, but at the same time it’s incredible how Playtonic nailed the formula so well. Fun levels, on point difficulty, visuais and soundtrack very well executed and a slew of new ideas really makes The Impossible Lair feel like a sequel to a series that we like so much, and not just a cheap knock-off.

Luigi’s third solo adventure is the ultimate evolution of it’s formula. A game well designed to be fun either playing alone or with company. Also, it’s visuals and ambiance are incredible.

Darksiders Genesis is an awesome introduction to the franchise, with a fluid gameplay, well-drawn stages, great replayability, awesome soundtrack and voice acting that help to build characters full of personality. It has a few flaws but they aren't enough to hinder the gaming experience.

Mary Skelter 2 brings an experience that complements the original in a lot of ways such as story and gameplay. Each title by itself are good games with some flaws, but the whole package is an unique DRPG that is worth playing especially if you are a fan of the genre.

Hypercharge: Unboxed is an engaging and challenging FPS mixed with Tower Defense, with richly-detailed stages, an awesome soundtrack, perfect sound effects and a gameplay that's easy to learn and complex to master. The game lacks in some aspects but the overall experience is extremely satisfactory and fun, and with the scheduled updates, the game tends to become even better.

Super Crush K.O. is a very colorful and fun platform brawler. With several different enemies, a cute plot and strong women characters who are full of personality, you won't want to put this game down until you can see your name high up in the Leaderboards.

With several different endings and a plethora of items to interact with, One Night Stand is a nice surprise. The 12 possible endings are different enough to give a sense of accomplishment, and although the game could be longer, it is one of the best Visual Novels I've ever played, from the script to music, from the art to the attention to details.

Game Freak has done an interesting job with Pokémon Shield in many ways, mostly innovating with new mechanics and bringing in established features from previous titles. However, it is noteworthy that a little more time in development with more care would result in a better polished game that could be even more charming and worthy to the franchise size.

Atelier Ryza uses the series classic gameplay loop and brings a few new systems to it, making this one of the best in the entire series. It’s an excellent beginning of a new arc, an excellent opportunity for new players and an excellent game for anyone that loves RPGs.

Overwatch on the switch is decent graphically, little texture loss and very fluid in a match. Gameplay still good, but the use of Pro Controller is ideal for this type of game. However, the game's proposed online mode is somewhat frustrating, with lags, delays in looking for a match (which may get worse according to its class) and the clear lack of polish for the release of this version. Finally, those who like online games should enjoy the game, but if you have another console, consider the Switch version a B option.

Banana Blitz HD has a game proposal that caters to a 5 to 11 year old audience and is good for family play. Even with simple gameplay, the game fails due to the lack of camera control in classic mode and the absence of a local multiplayer in decatlhon mode.

AeternoBlade II had the potential to be a notable metroidvania in the Nintendo Switch’s library, but unfortunately it will be remembered as little more than a bug-laden mess, regardless of the couple of interesting ideas it brought forward.

Fire Emblem Three Houses is one of Switch's best games of 2019 and a breeze of fresh air to this franchise. Unfortunately, its poor animations preclude any possibility of being the game of the year.

Deadly Premonition is a rare game that gives much more than the simple sum of it’s parts. It’s a title recommended to those that can accept terrible production values in exchange for a truly unique and special experience.

Nitro-Fueled is an excellent racing game and an excellent remake of a classic. It’s gameplay rewards player’s skill and it’s great success is to always make the player come back for more while gradually improving their performance.

Contra is recommended to those that like a good challenge. Slowly, players learn it’s patterns and require less and less lives and continues to conquer each stage. Those are old games, but their quality shine even today.