It's great that DODONPACHI SAIDAIOUJOU is available for Switch. With so many modes and sublime gameplay, it'll knock your socks off.

If it featured much more variety in its levels and no glitches then Ninja 1987 would be a must-play for retro action game fans.

I had some fun with Super Rolling Heroes Deluxe and I'm sure you will, too, but it's still a frustrating and overly simplistic game.

I had a very fun time tinkering with a variety of menacing machines in Besiege. It's quite a clever and cathartic experience.

Who knew that caring for pets in a VR clinic could be this entertaining? Pets & Stuff is such an adorable game and I give it 2 paws up.

Simply put, I wish that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind was more fleshed out when it comes to its basic brawler gameplay.

It takes a little while to grow on you but once you get in the groove, Symphonia will quickly become one of your favourite platformers.

Sparking Beam Strike 1000 is an enjoyable and simple puzzle game that can definitely be fun in short albeit colourful bursts.

VIVIDLOPE is one of my favourite arcade-style indies of 2024 thanks to its bubbly presentation and unique gameplay that's a ton of fun.

I had an enjoyable time with Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island but I wish it was more involving, especially when it comes to its puzzles.

Magical Bakery is an easy breezy cozy game that requires just enough strategy and planning to make it a satisfying treat for sure.

With its clever loadout options and unlockables that make each run easier, W.A.N.D. Project is a stand-out title in a crowded genre.

If you love 8-bit tunes and want to hear a wide variety of awesome compositions as you play silly mini-games, this is one great collection.

I've never played anything quite like Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 - The Dead King's Secret before and its cleverness really makes it shine.

Super Spy Raccoon is a superb 2D arcade stealth game that will have you trying over and over again to achieve higher and higher scores.

I haven't played a dungeon crawler RPG as satisfying and unique as Tokyo Clanpool in a very long time and I'm super-happy that it's as great of an experience as it is so if you enjoy these kinds of games and can get your hands on a copy, definitely take the plunge.

Entropy Survivors is my favourite Survivors-like so far with its colourful 3D visuals, huge arsenal of weaponry, and online co-op that adds a ton of fun to an already thrilling action-packed formula. Definitely hop to it and check it out, chums.

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is an adorable feast for the eyes and food for the soul that will make you laugh from beginning to end. Hopefully, it has set the stage for a more substantial sequel in the future.

RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic's included games were a ton of fun when they originally released and they still are now, especially when you get to enjoy the content of the 2 classics and their expansions all in one convenient and streamlined package.

Taito Milestones 3 offers a solid collection of games; many of which are so full of muscular man meat that you could almost smell it.

FANTASIAN Neo Dimension is a jam-packed RPG that blends retro and modern elements wonderfully in both its presentation and gameplay. So, if you have fond memories of games like The Legend of Dragoon then you need to play this.

Snow Bros. Wonderland is simply one of the best co-op games that you can play right now thanks to its varied and rewarding campaign as well as its wonderfully adorable presentation that's so cute, it'll make you want to clang Nick and Tom's oversized heads together.

Although its funny characters and colourful world are welcoming, Neo Harbor Rescue Squad falls a little flat when it comes to gameplay.

I love the gameplay that Food Boy presents but I hope that it gets iterated upon to smooth out some of its more frustrating aspects.

Although its combat and iconic visuals are excellent, the harsh roguelike setup of Metal Slug Tactics is both unnecessary and a hindrance to the amount of fun that you'll get out of the experience. On the bright side, its clever bosses certainly pose memorable challenges.

EcoGnomix is simply one of my favourite indie surprises of 2024 with its excellent strategic roguelike campaign that'll keep you hooked.

Petit Island is an exceptionally cute and super-chill game where the adorable run animation alone makes it worth adding to your collection.

The amount of fun my gaming chum and I had with Servonauts is superb and I'm looking forward to getting 3 stars on every level.

If you enjoy old-school co-op games with an arcade feel then you'll absolutely love what Slam and Roll has in store for you.

Farmagia is a cute dungeon crawler that has you control dozens of harvested battle buddies at once. Although it may look like there's a lot going on, it gets repetitive quickly and it frankly didn't do enough to keep me interested.

Touhou Spell Carnival Limited Edition is such a wonderful package of a unique and rewarding strategic game that comes with a box full of brilliant physical extras. It's such a great set that I'm going to visit IFI's Online Store more often and see what other goodies await.

Irem Collection Volume 2 is a pretty good compilation of a few arcade games that are all incredibly fun if you decide to play via co-op multiplayer. So, if you love classic run 'n' gun games with a little shmup action on the side then get blasting, chum!

Goblin Slayer -Another Adventurer- Nightmare Feast is the kind of game that doesn't give a good first impression but after a while, it really opens up in impressive ways so stick to it and you'll see that it's one great SRPG.

LEGO Horizon Adventures is a game with a very specific audience: Horizon fans who want to play a funny co-op game with their kid or, in my case, annoyingly immature life partner (me). It may not be worth its weight in gold bricks but it's a heck of a good time.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake delivers the classic with an astonishing amount of upgrades that make it well-worth revisiting with its beautiful visuals, a superb new vocation, and many impactful quality of life enhancements.

Journey to Kreisia may be a basic RPG but its story and characters really shine, especially with its inclusion of a real-world protagonist and how that affects those in the fantasy realm even if some of the dialogue will make you scratch your head.

Candivity is a pretty enjoyable and very cute multiplayer funfest in the same vein as Suika Game so check it out if that's your thing.

Odd assortment of games aside, Tetris Forever is a wonderful document for an iconic series that fans will definitely appreciate.

River City Saga: Three Kingdoms Next is one of the best co-op games out there and it's so funny that it'll make you say Barf!

My gaming chum and I had a blast with The Jackbox Survey Scramble and plan on playing it much more. Survey says? Great game.

I mostly enjoyed my time with MiniGhost as it does a solid job of offering a simple and satisfying Metroidvania adventure.

I'm truly happy that The Rocky Horror Show Video Game exists but as a game, it doesn't really do much to hold your attention.

Although I didn't expect much, Care Bears: To The Rescue delivers one absolutely adorable co-op funfest that up to 4 chums can enjoy.

If you enjoy 2D puzzle platformers with lots of variety and collectibles then you'll adore Hatch Tales: A Heroic Hookshot Adventure.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership is a silly and surprisingly challenging RPG with a unique world traversal mechanic and a superb variety of puzzles. However, the unavoidable enemies and lengthy battles might put off folks who are looking for a more casual affair.

Those who relish a challenge and love Sega Genesis shoot 'em ups will absolutely dig what the retro-inspired Super XYX has in store.

With awesome gameplay and the best DualSense utilisation I've ever experienced, Rogue Flight is one excellent 3D arcade shooter.

Who would ever guess that there would be a super-fun twin-stick spin-off of an iconic shoot 'em up in 2024? Well, it's here and Raiden NOVA is one of the best surprises of the year, especially if you're a fan looking for something new.

I had a good time with CounterAttack: Uprising and am looking forward to seeing it evolve as the developers work more of its kinks out.

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Patrick Star Game is the funniest game of the year with its hilarious open-ended gameplay that's sure to crack you up. Who knew that a sandbox game for kids could be this much fun?

You don't often see hidden object games incorporate as many elements as Hidden in my Paradise does and it comes together beautifully.

Europa's lovely sights pop on Switch with gorgeous environments and animation but its barebones gameplay becomes rather tedious.

As a delightful game to wind down with, Caravan SandWitch presents a stylish and chill world but it's certainly lacking gameplay-wise.

I had a solid time with Soul Stalker even if its gameplay and structure aren't particularly fresh. Plus, it's very cute.

I love how Card-en-Ciel combines characters from Inti Creates' games into one strategic campaign that's impressively tough to put down.

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered offers a fresh coat of paint to a game that was already boasting beautiful graphics, bringing it on par with its sequel. If you've never played it before, it's a great excuse to get into the series and if you have already completed it then the low cost of the upgrade is a good excuse to relearn the lore and dig into a New Game+.

Life is Strange: Double Exposure pulls you back into the world of Max Caulfield only this time, it has matured into a deeper storyline that provides more welcome gameplay than previous titles so if you're a fan of the series then you won't want to miss this one.

Arsene Lupin: Once A Thief lets you play as both the thief and the detective while trying to thwart their crimes which is an interesting premise. However, the execution is lacking and it presents too many frustrating moments for me to recommend it.

Killing Time: Resurrected is a curiosity from the past that makes for a great time capsule even if it isn't all that great of a game.

With its unconventional premise, El Paso, Elsewhere is a blast as you shoot at all sorts of monstrous foes while popping pills like a pro.

You wouldn't think a licensed package like RetroRealms would be as entertaining as it is so I'm very happy that it exists; top quality stuff.

You wouldn't think a licensed package like RetroRealms would be as entertaining as it is so I'm very happy that it exists; top quality stuff.

Out of all of the retro-style indie games that I've played, Fear the Spotlight is one of the most impressive and I hope to play a sequel.

Back in 2015, Until Dawn would have made a bigger impact for its bold movie-like experience but now, it certainly falls a bit flat.

If you play one game this Halloween, it should definitely be SILENT HILL 2 which remains in a class of its own even all these years later.

The Smurfs - Dreams is one of the best co-op games that you can play with its variety of super-fun levels, adorable game world, and clever gadgets that elevate the gameplay to new heights. I can't wait for more Smurftastic entertainment like this.

As with most SaGa games, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven isn't for everyone but those who enjoy it will love it a lot. Spanning generations and a huge stand-out game world, it's one of the grandest RPGs ever made.

I had a great time playing SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS with its modern adaptation of a genuine classic and its super-fun new campaign featuring Shadow the Hedgehog. This is such a bountiful package that any Sonic fan will absolutely love.

I had a wonderful time with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed and its enjoyable co-op gameplay with memorable characters that all have top-notch voice actors. The pizza did come out of the oven a bit too early, though.

I'm definitely looking forward to whatever they make next which will hopefully be a bit more polished and much less derivative.

Super Mario Party Jamboree is definitely one of the best games in the entire franchise and my personal favourite one so far. If you're looking to have a party with local friends or online friends-to-be, be sure not to ignore your invite to this shindig.

I had an excellent time with Ys X: Nordics and it's outstanding that after all these years, Adol's adventures are still taking him to such refreshingly different worlds that are home to distinctly memorable characters. It makes me wonder: where will he end up next?

Besides a few minor frustrations, TRANSFORMERS: Galactic Trials presents a superb blend of racing, platforming, and shooting that really packs a punch when it all comes together. Whether you're testing your skills or taking on a chum, you'll have a great time.

Even though I enjoyed its online multiplayer much more than its story mode, there's no denying that DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO is a great fighting game. It's also one that the more you play it, the more you'll enjoy it because of its steep yet rewarding learning curve.

If Max Mustard was a non-VR platformer, it would be excellent but add in virtual reality and you're left with an unforgettable experience.

I absolutely love Pearls of Atlantis: The Cove with its delightful setting and highly enjoyable physics-based puzzle gameplay. Superb.

If you love classic Dreamcast games then you'll have a blast with Parcel Corps and its colourful yet oddly sinister setting.

I wish that The Plucky Squire was a smoother and more challenging experience because it certainly has a clever premise and game world.

I had a blast with KILL KNIGHT and plan on playing it much more as I climb the leaderboards higher and higher; what a great shooter.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is a more mature take on RPGs that delivers something quite different while maintaining enjoyable and somewhat familiar gameplay. Plus, mastering archetypes, exploring dungeons, and fighting for the crown is handled with perfect pacing.

REYNATIS features some of the best combat that I've enjoyed in an action RPG. Unfortunately, outside of fighting and a few interesting moments, there really isn't much to hold your attention for long so it's best to rush towards your next thrilling encounter.

A hilarious co-op action game that everyone who enjoys the genre should play whether you prefer playing with local chums or online chums-to-be. Just be sure to plug your nose with all the bug guts around.

Between Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports and Space Jam: A New Legacy - The Game, Bugs Bunny and friends sure haven't been treated well in recent years when it comes to video games. Here's hoping we get a remake of Time Busters; that was a fun game.

Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT- may not be as fully featured as its predecessors but its more focused gameplay and characterful storyline that's full of laughs and charm make it one satisfying and entertaining dungeon-crawling adventure.

Although it's a mostly great experience, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is a clear step below the S-tier Zelda games like Twilight Princess, Tears of the Kingdom, and so forth. There's still plenty of fun to be had if you're a fan of the classic Zelda games and perhaps this return to that formula is the shake-up that the series needed following Tears of the Kingdom.

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed remains a strange game but one that's compelling and rewarding. It's excellent that this Wii classic is this enjoyable all of these years after its initial release and it looks great this time around to boot.

The striking aesthetic of Loddlenaut's 3D world pulled me in and its gameplay kept me immersed in its impressively deep waters. Superb!

Although the variety of hazards and layouts mix things up well, playing Marble Abduction! Patti Hattu can feel tedious after a while.

Although it isn't as flashy as its inspirations, Peglin provides an enjoyable roguelike formula that makes fighting monsters entertaining.

I had fun with I Got Isekai'd into a Shmup and it supports up to 4 players which is great but there are better shoot 'em ups out there.

The amount of love and care that went into developing BZZZT really shows thanks to its awesome world and fine-tuned stage designs.

There are better arcade-style games out there but Cash Cow DX remains an entertaining platformer that'll definitely test your skills.

Who knew a modern sequel to an obscure NES classic could be this much fun? Well, Gimmick! 2 definitely is and I highly recommend it.

I'm impressed with what Matchbox Driving Adventures has to offer as it's an entertaining racing game for folks of all ages while containing plenty of challenges and an ever-exciting sense of variety. Plus, its multiplayer can be a real hoot.

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster is the sort of game that becomes better the more you play it so if this is your first time playing it or you haven't played it for years, bring plenty of patience with you and you'll end up having a phenomenal trip to the mall.

I had a solid time with Elsie and would love to see a sequel that irons out its more confusing aspects and pacing issues. As it is, its gameplay and pixel-perfect graphics are certainly the stars of the show so check it out if you dig 2D action games.

Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines is an adorable sequel that really turns the fun dial up to 11. If you thought Pablo's solo adventure was great then you'll absolutely love his world-hopping journey with the oddly grumpy Luna by his side.

I wish that Arcade Paradise VR tightened up the campaign a lot more because its slow burn simply doesn't work as well in VR.