It's clear that Escape From Tarkov has great qualities, but it demands too much time to understand and engage with the various gameplay systems involved. While the experience can be fun, the game might not be for you, depending on your preferences.

For those seeking atmospheric horror focused on exploration and suspense, Routine offers a clear, cohesive, and visually striking proposition. It's a short, engaging experience with a strong identity—even if it falls short of its full potential.

I can't even begin to imagine if this is truly the game that the most loyal fans were expecting after so many years, since that ends up being something much more personal than objective. From my perspective, I can say that I had a lot of fun and I'm eager to go back and finish exploring everything that was left behind in Viewros.

MARVEL Cosmic Invasion is a pleasant surprise for fans of beat 'em up games. Although simpler than other Dotemu hits, the title delivers refined and highly addictive tag-team gameplay. Furthermore, it hits the mark with its multiplayer experience (online and offline), the variety of its character roster, and unlockable content, encouraging replayability.

A.I.L.A knows how to create a tense atmosphere, catch you off guard, and truly leave you wondering what awaits you next—essential elements for a genuine horror experience.

A mix of racing and brawling, with a touch of party game, Kirby Air Riders preserves the soul of the original GameCube game and highlights the identity of Masahiro Sakurai, whose essence is everywhere, from the inventive menus and challenges to the minutiae of gameplay. Despite being a fast-paced title, there's something comforting in the positive and unpretentious atmosphere it conveys.

In a year filled with successful shooters like Battlefield 6 and ARC Raiders, Call of Duty Black Ops 7 doubles down on zombies and esotericism to stand out. The game refines its formula and expands on what we saw in BO6 with even more content, but without solving some problems.

Winter Burrow is a simple, easy-to-understand, and quite short game. It's a cozy game for those who appreciate titles with a carefully crafted, hand-made aesthetic. Despite this, the execution could still be improved in some aspects. Some quality-of-life elements and improvements would be very interesting to make the gameplay more comfortable.

Possessor(s) is an interesting entry-level Metroidvania for those wanting to explore the genre and enjoy a story with interesting characters and beautiful visuals. The game disappoints in some aspects and may leave you lost at times, but it's worth the price.

The first brand-new entry in the series since 2012, Lumines Arise retains everything that made it a success and delivers a synesthetic experience in which music, visuals, and gameplay blend together to immerse the player in what’s happening on screen. At the same time, the simplicity of what’s offered can leave the impression that something is missing from the experience — especially when it comes to the variety of challenges.

Embark took their time developing ARC Raiders, and the end result is spectacular. There are, indeed, some problems, but everything indicates that they will be resolved over time.

At the end of the journey, it's hard not to be moved by the tribute behind Master Lemon and its beautiful story about friendship, memory, and the value of words. More than just a unique Brazilian game, the title reminds us of the transformative power of art—capable of synthesizing pain into something beautiful, and grief into an eternal legacy.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment not only stands as the pinnacle of the musou genre—bringing variety to a style often marked by repetition, from its combat to its structure—but also firmly earns its place among the best canonical Zelda titles. Koei Tecmo absorbs everything that makes the Zelda franchise so special and delivers a work worthy of making Eiji Aonuma and Shigeru Miyamoto proud.

For fans of the first game or simply missing gameplay similar to Fallout, it's almost impossible not to recommend The Outer Worlds 2. The game still has some areas where it could improve, but it's easily a significant improvement over its predecessor.

If you’ve been missing the days of classic Telltale games, Dispatch is practically a must-play. In its first two episodes, the game already shows strong potential, plenty of charm, and sharp writing — balancing humor, drama, and strategy with a kind of lightness that’s rare in the genre. [Review in Progress]

Ninja Gaiden 4 truly packs a ton of content and focuses on delivering a fast-paced experience, with a great variety of abilities and weapons, a solid storyline, gorgeous environments, and battles worthy of a true ninja. I have to admit, though, this franchise isn’t for everyone — the repetitive loop of cutting down waves of enemies until you reach your objective can feel exhausting to some players. Still, it’s an integral part of the series’ gameplay identity.

Keeper is by far one of the most original games of 2025. Without using words and with simple gameplay, the game takes you on a beautiful journey full of surprises, which will certainly please those who enjoy games with an artistic flair.

Little Nightmares 3 is a great entry point for those looking to bring more people into the world of gaming, while also keeping the franchise alive with its well-known standards. Whether solo or in co-op, Low and Alone's adventure captivates with its setting and simplicity.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A gives more meaning to Mega Evolutions and is, above all, a game about combat — this time unrestrained and unafraid to break away from sameness. Lumiose City is the perfect stage for this Pokémon battle playground: its charm and historical depth highlight just how underrated the X and Y generation truly was.

The new Battlefield 6 is a true successor to the classics Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4 — fan favorites and milestones in the industry. It stays true to the core mechanics and systems that matter most to the franchise, showing a clear attention to what players actually love. It’s a solid, back-to-basics Battlefield done right.

Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac takes a retrospective look at the qualities of the famous yellow hero in a 3D platformer that proves to be ahead of its time. As a remake, it meets all the expectations of a modern update and goes even further: it adds more content and gives a beautiful polish to everything that worked in the already charming original title, without losing its essence.

Silksong is a game made with great care and quality, and it can appeal to almost any fan of genres like Metroidvania and Soulslike. Outside of that bubble, however, it might be a harder title to recommend than its predecessor, even though it improves on practically every element. I believe it’s less accessible, as it demands better reflexes, more skill in platforming sections, and a stronger sense of how to deal with regular enemies and bosses.

Digimon Story Time Stranger left me with a case of Stockholm Syndrome. While the turn-based gameplay and nostalgia captivated me, some structural issues made me feel like I was in a toxic relationship with the game. Fortunately, most of the bugs that bothered me are present in the game's free demo, which is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X. With that in mind, it's worth downloading the content and seeing if you're willing to make some compromises during gameplay to enter this magical digital world.

The Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 collection carries on its shoulders the two best 3D platformers ever starring Mario. Both games feel frozen in time, showing absolutely no signs of aging — quite the opposite, in fact: they highlight Nintendo’s sorcery in crafting magical, timeless experiences. Some minor tweaks were added to make them more accessible for new players, but honestly, they didn’t even need it. Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 deserve to be listed in the dictionary as synonyms for perfection in gaming. Only those who embark on this journey truly understand how far the mustachioed hero went (to space, literally) to outdo himself in creativity.

Once again, EA FC 26 arrives with specific updates that don't justify the high price of its annual edition. As promised, the game listened to its players' complaints and tried to address many of them, but in some cases, the sheets were pulled to one side of the bed, leaving the other side exposed. The two distinct gameplay styles aim to appeal to a wider audience, but there are still positioning bugs that the game's AI can't handle, which are likely to generate new complaints.

There’s no better way to put it: Ghost of Yotei is more Ghost of Tsushima. It’s a sequel that sticks closely to what worked in the original game, with an emphasis on its engaging open world and even more stunning visuals. The narrative quality leaves a bit to be desired, and the combat—though more versatile—also has its repetitive moments, but the experience remains one of the best gaming has to offer when it comes to samurai games.

I’m a huge fan—not just of Hades, but of the entire catalog of titles released by Supergiant Games to date. So it came as no surprise that Hades II turned out to be one of the best games I played in 2025. While writing this review, I found myself restless—not because I struggled to talk about the game, but because every minute at the keyboard was a minute spent away from Tartarus or Olympus. Its only shortcoming lies in the somewhat limited strategic variety offered by Melinoë’s weapon aspects. Beyond that, Hades II elevates every element that made Hades the breakout hit of 2020, delivering once again one of the finest roguelikes ever made—packed with content and crafted with a quality worthy of a true Greek epic.

This is the best way for newcomers to experience the game for the first time, or for longtime fans to enjoy it all over again. It’s worth noting that the War of the Lions version is still available on PS Vita as well as on Android and iOS devices. Unfortunately, the price is still quite steep on those platforms, so waiting for a discount on The Ivalice Chronicles might be the best way to play Tactics nowadays.