Guardian Force may not be as charming as Cotton but it offers one heck of an enjoyable shoot 'em up formula that's sure to impress.

You wouldn't think that cats would enjoy taking to the high seas but Cat Quest III proves that feline pirates can be just as capable.

Competitive puzzle games don't get much better than Petal Crash. From its strategic gameplay to its charm, it's the complete package.

Synapse is one of my favourite games for PSVR2 so far thanks to its frantic shooting gameplay and spot-on telekinesis mechanic.

Aqua Moto Racing Utopia is one of the best watercraft racers out there. It may suffer from some minor problems but the gameplay is so incredibly fun and there are many modes to enjoy it within.

Aero Fighters 2 is an enjoyable and funny shmup that's perfect for genre newbies as its degree of difficulty isn't very high.

Sophia the Traveler is simply delightful. From its charming art style to the outstanding amount of detail, this is a great indie treasure.

Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery is simply more great object-finding fun. If you enjoyed Myths & Magic then pick this up as well.

The many distinct scenarios within Wildfire are great fun to master no matter how you approach them and it's impressively funny, too.

Pokemon: Let's Go offers a new and exciting adventure while the Poke Ball Plus controller is one of the coolest devices that I've played with in a long time. So, if you're a fan of the franchise or just want some lighthearted fun then this pack is worth a purchase.

Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge - Enhanced Edition completely captivated me and I can't wait to play a sequel.

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.

It may not be as recognizable as many other retro shmups but Zed Blade is definitely worth playing in this day and age.

From its wide variety of metal tunes to its intuitive and satisfying gameplay, Ragnarock is a fantastic VR rhythm game.

The clever gameplay and slick presentation of Sokobond Express will have you happily pushing more atoms than Niels Bohr.

Dadish's cute and colourful graphics go hand-in-hand with its simple platforming formula to make one hilarious indie that's great fun.

Space combat games don't get much better than War Tech Fighters so if you're a genre fan then you need this in your collection.

If you have a fondness for Psikyo-style shmups then Aero Fighters 3 will make a perfect addition to your gaming library.

I thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed and lighthearted vibes of Townsmen VR so if that sounds like your cup of tea then check it out.

My Friend Pedro may not be the most unique indie game ever but its stylish gun combat will certainly make you feel like a badass.

Even with its retro baggage, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is an undeniably great game that fleshes out the original's formula very well and in some unexpected ways to boot. Plus, it looks excellent with its redone visuals so you're bound to have a lot of fun slaying demons.

Prodeus is a top-notch old-school first-person shooter that takes what made the classics great and amplifies it with fitting modernizations.

Although it features simple gameplay at its core, Supermarket Shriek offers tons of rewarding challenges that are great fun to master.

When it comes to games based on movies, Turbo Kid is certainly one of the best as it carries on the indie heart of its inspiration wonderfully.

If you want to see how fun NeoGeo shmups can be then you need to play Prehistoric Isle 2. It's one of the best games in the genre.

I had a blast with Mixture and would love to see a sequel one day, especially considering just how well-mixed of a cocktail it is.

Which Way Up: Galaxy Games is one of those indie party games that's so much more fun than it has any right being. Plus, that sun's so cute.

If you're nostalgic for this quirky series then SNOW BROS. 2 SPECIAL is the game to get as it's bursting with 4-player good times.