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For 732 reviews, this publication has graded:
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  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 42% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.1 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 SAROS
Lowest review score: 20 Taxi Chaos
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 474 out of 732
  2. Mixed: 225 out of 732
  3. Negative: 33 out of 732
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Level Devil
    Level Devil is a unique 2D platformer that will have you fighting your instincts to survive unpredictable obstacles in its nostalgically simple worlds. Nothing is as it seems and the game is actively against you- rage if you want but keep pushing and you’ll soon escape hell in just a few short, but entertaining hours.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Diablo II: Resurrected
    The fires of hell burn hotter than ever, bringing the tale of the Dark Wanderer back in an eye (and ear) blisteringly good way.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Wylde Flowers
    Wylde Flowers is a pleasant place to exist, the kind of game you can simply relax with and appreciate its colour and let the stress of the real world slip away. Come on by for its cast of inclusive and engaging characters, stay for its simpler take on the lifestyle genre with a clever, magical spin. Some might prefer a little more detail or options to really make it your own, but it’s an island worth visiting if Tom Nook’s insistence on spending more nook miles has become an annoyance.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Scorn
    Scorn is a feast for the eyes, a buffet for the mind but not for those of a weak stomach. It satisfies the morbid and the curious with its odd forms and sombre tapestries.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tales of Arise
    Combining the best ideas of the past three generations of 3D action JRPGs, stripped of excess and micromanagement, Tales of Arise is one of the most tactile and frenetic action-narrative experiences to come out of Japan in recent memory.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dead Space
    Dead Space is a remarkable achievement in design on all fronts. A loving and intelligent remake that reminds players of what has been lost in AAA games and what can be found again if you just know where to look.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Turnip Boy Robs a Bank
    Turnip Boy proves he's no one-hit wonder, taking a slightly different direction to his debut yet still hitting all the right notes. Fun to play and enjoyable to master, it’s a creative action-shooter that shouldn’t be missed.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Beacon Pines
    Beacon Pines is a title that I will find myself recommending to people with as little context as possible – a gorgeous and charming example of unique storytelling that simply must be experienced blindly to fully appreciate its cute and quirky tale of curious conspiracy.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Astro Bot
    Astro Bot is a wonderfully entertaining and diverse platformer that throws new ideas at you at an incredible rate, topped with stunning visuals and an injection of PlayStation nostalgia.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Happy Game
    Happy Game isn’t for the squeamish or those with any particular phobias, but anyone looking for a short horror experience a la Little Nightmares or something that isn’t just another first-person jump scare fest would do well to chase this one down.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
    Challenging combat, rewarding platforming, engaging exploration and a surprisingly unique story has Survivor in the conversation for the best Star Wars game ever released.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tekken 8
    Tekken 8 is as equally ridiculous as it is sensible. It makes crazy, entertaining choices for its story while also opening its doors to a more contemporary, wider audience through some systems that increase the game’s approachability.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tchia
    Tchia’s ambitious ideas and brightly textured open world come together in harmony. Despite an air of familiarity, there’s simply nothing else like Tchia, and I have no doubt it will be high on my game of the year list.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Deathloop
    Deathloop takes Arkane's well known brand of first-person action stealth and artfully melds it into a time-bending multi-assassination power fantasy.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metaphor: ReFantazio
    If you can only play one turn-based fantasy roleplaying game this year, let it be this one. Swords and sorcery Persona is a marvellously-executed pitch.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mass Effect Legendary Edition
    Aspects of the gameplay of the earlier titles will probably no longer satisfy, but the Legendary Edition is a stellar compilation and dutiful upgrade of three classic titles that show BioWare at the peak of its storytelling and world-building prowess.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury
    Two great 3D Mario experiences in one package – an underappreciated classic and a fresh take on the series – makes this a must-own for anyone with a Switch. Whether you played and loved 3D World or never got the chance, there's never been a better time to fire it up.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tunic
    Tunic surprises and delights. It doubles down on its environmental storytelling which may put off those looking for a cruisy experience, but true adventurers will be well pleased with the little fox and his quest.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Disco Elysium: The Final Cut
    Disco Elysium – The Final Cut is the definitive version of an incredible point-and-click RPG, mixing the darkest of humour with genuine insight in a surreal setting begging to be explored.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Herdling
    Herdling's brisk walk through a wild world manages to charm from beginning to end, with just enough drama and beauty to make waving a makeshift cane at a horde of hairy beasts into an unforgettable journey.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    BROK the InvestiGator
    The mix of point-and-click and beat ‘em up gameplay with a 90s cartoon aesthetic makes BROK the InvestiGator a unique adventure game that should not be missed.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
    Monster Hunter Stores 2: Wings of Ruin has made me a believer that not all JRPGs will rub me the wrong way. Its charming, lovely story mixed with its wonderfully engaging combat and being able to kidnap monsters create a fantastic experience which also adds to the depth of Monster Hunter's world and lore.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fear the Spotlight
    Fear the Spotlight masterfully captures the look and feel of a classic PS1 horror title while leveraging modern concepts and gameplay features to produce an atmospheric and nostalgic experience that every lover of horror should enjoy.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Key Fairy
    Key Fairy’s striking hand-drawn visuals and quirky score are accompanied by tight and satisfying gameplay mechanics to create a truly unique experience.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
    There’s simply nothing else on the market right now like this series – a tonally unhinged pop-cosmopolitan-apocrypha-anime-apocalyptic JRPG that plays like Pokemon on steroids. Just like the best SMT games, its plot is rich as syrup and just as opaque. Read too close into the nonsensical jumble of mythological creatures and themes and you’re sure to be nauseated. However, supposing you can appreciate the excess of everything and have played a few turned-based RPGs before, Vengeance is simply the most approachable and engrossing core Shin Megami Tensei game currently on the market and the best way to check out this weirdo series.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Thank Goodness You're Here!
    Thank Goodness You’re Here! establishes itself as one of those games that will always prompt the question of, “Have you played Thank Goodness You’re Here!”? when encountering people of a positive nature – where you will then delight in their own telling of their experiences or feel the giddy warmth of recommending it. It’s razor sharp, densely packed and firing on all cylinders for the entirety of the afternoon you will spend playing it – all for the price you’d pay for a disappointing fast food dinner. And by the time you encounter the ending and drink in all the madness THAT has to offer, I’d challenge you to not feel well cared for.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Pacer
    Without a doubt Pacer is a love letter to Wipeout. It successfully manages to evoke the thrill and fun of Psygnosis’ iconic racer while also injecting its own flavour to the mix. But importantly, where other Wipeout wannabes have failed to me hooked, Pacer keeps me coming back for more instead of making me want to go play Wipeout.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef
    Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef is a title that revels in the simple joy of carnage for carnage sake – with a story exactly as shallow as it needs to be, it breathes refreshing life into a dark, dystopian future that we’d rather visit than live in.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Artful Escape
    The Artful Escape is a brash, bold and beautiful musical journey with a simplistic gameplay hook and all the interdimensional jellyfish deities you can shake a quantum-powered space guitar at. It's the next-best way to spend an afternoon indoors to dropping acid.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
    It still amazes me that TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge is real, but the eight-year-old within me is incredibly glad it is. Reliving the classic arcade games with a whole new lens made me smile from ear to ear, but newcomers and youngsters alike should find Story Mode a good way to introduce themselves to the wild, brawler antics. It’s a must play, even beyond the wonderful nostalgia factor.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Ghostrunner 2
    Ghostrunner 2 doubles down on everything that made the original so popular, and expands upon it in every conceivable way. Even if the story didn’t quite suck me in, the beauty of the stylish setting and the impeccable finesse of the challenging, fluid gameplay absolutely did. Ghostrunner 2 is the work of a team that you can tell know they’re onto a good thing, who also know that if you’re going to make a game about a slick, wall-running agent of death, you’re honour bound to make it cool as shit.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Borderlands 4
    Borderlands 4 realises the full potential the series has always had, delivering that unmistakable Borderlands experience but with a ton of modern sensibilities to establish itself not simply as a fun co-op shooter, but as the definitive example of what a fun co-op shooter should be.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Nioh Collection
    Two fantastic games from the last generation get a makeover, leaning into the substantial muscle of the PS5 to deliver a stunning new experience at the dawn of a new console generation
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Invincible VS
    Whether you're a fighting game veteran or someone who usually avoids the genre, Invincible VS offers an intuitive fighting experience that is hard to put down. It’s flashy, it’s bloody, and most importantly, it’s really fun to play.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Two Point Campus
    Charming, witty, and hard to put down, Two Point Campus scores an approachable A for the armchair administrator.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Solium Infernum
    In this devilish game of thrones, you scheme or suffer a terrible insult. And maybe put a few friendships on ice.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Koira
    Everything about Koira left me with a smile on my face, from its cute environmental storytelling to its thoughtful, emotive adventure. It’s such a beautiful journey, one that tells important lessons for those willing to find them but otherwise explores how important it can be to have someone by your side. I wanted to protect that dog at all costs, so every moment that came across when they were in danger drove me to find the right solution as quickly as possible. Way to make me feel for a 2D character, Studio Tolima.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    LEGO 2K Drive
    LEGO 2K Drive rips up the tarmac with its confident self-identity and gorgeous worlds, delivering one of the most outright enjoyable arcade racers in modern history.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
    As the often overlooked and underappreciated cousin of the Ace Attorney series, Investigations holds a certain mystique that may have been missed by most casual fans. The change in formula and lack of a sequel translation meant that it was hard to invest in, and so it missed the opportunity to be praised alongside the more mainline entries. But this remaster has done all the right things to right such wrongs, easily communicating that Edgeworth is every bit as enjoyable as his spikier haired adversary – with a fun tale that steps comfortably out of the courtroom and onto the global stage.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3
    It's not perfect, but Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a confident sequel that's best-in-class in the ways that matter most. Your favourite bits of the first two games are here, cherry-picked and placed into a narrative with a tasteful balance of earnest ideas and anime bullshit.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector
    Starward Vector is a confident, brilliantly written sequel that builds on its predecessor's deft ability to weave thematic and story threads through direct-feed role playing. Gameplay tweaks and the new Contracts system turn what could've been an overly familiar double dip into a follow-up that stands confidently on its own.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Signalis
    Signalis is a kaleidoscope of horror tropes and foundational mechanics elevated by insightful tonal work and tightly constructed core gameplay. Even more surprising and thrilling that this is rose-engine’s first commercial release, signalling a tremendous command of systems, aesthetics and, most importantly, intent. Signalis is independent game development at its best, reverential to the past but unafraid to infuse classic genre work with exciting, and deeply personal, new blood.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope
    Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope expertly toes the line between Nintendo’s penchant for accessible titles targeting younger audiences and Ubisoft’s matured gameplay systems to create an experience like no other.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    OlliOlli World
    It’s hard not to be impressed, despite the lack of multiplayer features, with OlliOlli World's wonderful take on skateboarding and its creative storytelling.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town
    Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town takes a fresh and engaging step forward; it is packed with varied content, adorable animals and deep customisability that will make many farming sim fans happy.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    SIFU
    A challenging brawler that punishes recklessness and demands perfection, Sifu’s genre-leading combat and roguelike mechanics blend together to create an early Game of the Year contender.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    CORPSE FACTORY
    What Corpse Factory lacks in subtlety it makes up for with an unnerving commitment to its absurdly morbid theming and story. The production value of Australian team Crow River Studio’s latest visual novel is remarkable in both its visuals and fully voiced dialogue. The lack of meaningful decisions and its three endings offering the coldest of closure does little to shake this title from being an easy recommendation for fans of edgy psychological horror.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Inscryption
    Far more than a card game, Inscryption is a dark odyssey into an even darker narrative – commanding your attention in an exciting, gripping manner.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    WWE 2K24
    Riding the momentum of the past two entries, 2K24 brings with it enough new content and meaningful changes to easily be considered the best wrestling game on the market today.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Arco
    From its pixel perfect art to sharply deployed writing and unique, engaging combat systems, Arco is a masterclass in refined simplicity and self-confidence. Cinematic and thrilling, it is one of 2024's best surprises.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DREDGE
    Dredge blends cosmic horror and local fishing economies into a robust but expertly paced adventure that rewards your investment with a strange tale, engaging mechanics and a unique, wonderful vibe.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dungeons of Hinterberg
    With an incredibly colourful and infectious art style, fun combat, clever puzzles, and a relatable narrative about burnout and escapism, Dungeons of Hinterberg is one 2024's most captivating experiences.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Pikmin 4
    Just when you think Nintendo has drained the well of creativity, it once more releases a sequel that refines an already quality experience to another level. Pikmin remains one of its best franchises that deserves more time in the spotlight, and Pikmin 4 is no exception.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Midnight Fight Express
    With combat that’s as brutal as it is satisfying and a progression system that truly makes you feel like you’re mastering you’re the craft of kicking arse, Midnight Fight Express is a brawler that surpasses most and challenges those at the top of the genre.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Persona 3 Reload
    Persona 3 Reload successfully captures the wonder of Persona 3 and injects the contemporary stylings earned through Persona 5 into the star child of the series. The story holds up well, the remade music and visuals are fantastic, and the systems are as engaging as ever. Against the backdrop of Persona 5 and its various releases and iterations, Persona 3 Reload stands as a wonderfully sensible, well-structured experience that will have you hooked for all 80 hours of its runtime.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Far Cry 6
    A huge, exciting world packed with entertaining content against the backdrop of a mostly-accomplished story of charismatic revolutionaries makes this a return to fine form for the franchise. Ubisoft has married inspired design with trademark gameplay to great effect. This is the best Far Cry yet.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    New Pokemon Snap
    New Pokémon Snap is the perfect mix of discovery and escapism that retains its nostalgic feel but in a modern and beautiful Poké-laden package.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Hogwarts Legacy
    Hogwarts Legacy is the most definitively accurate and exciting wizarding world adventure people could hope to experience, short of getting a real-life invitation to Hogwarts. With hours of content and a wealth of wizarding wonderment, you’d be hard pressed not to enjoy yourself to an impressive capacity.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land is the franchise's best platformer yet. With memorable levels, tons of content and gorgeous visuals it's a great package and one that'll satisfy all skill levels.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Triangle Strategy
    Triangle Strategy riffs on TRPGs of old without letting nostalgia get in the way of modern sensibilities. Exhilarating combat, sumptuous HD-2D visuals and an enthralling narrative with massive replay value make this a must-play for RPG fans of all kinds.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    God of War
    It’s nice to be able to play God of War on PC. Being able to push this game to its limits is awesome, and it makes the world and its inhabitants feel a lot more natural and fluid. It may not be perfect, but I would gladly argue that this is the best way to experience God of War.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Aliens: Dark Descent
    Aliens: Dark Descent successfully adapts a real-time combat system to a genre of games that are traditionally turn-based. Tindalos Interactive has clearly put in a lot of love and care, and it shows.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mario Tennis Fever
    Mario Tennis Fever lives up to the series’ tradition of fun pick-up-and-play sporting fun, while expanding on it with fun new mechanics and a range of entertaining game modes.
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    • 85 Critic Score
    Grapple Dog
    Grapple Dog does play a little on the nostalgia bone, but everything it sets out to do it accomplishes enjoyably, with a well animated lick of paint, an upbeat if slightly repetitive soundtrack and a little dash of humour. It’s an adventure that has plenty of content, with some later levels offering a healthy challenge and holding plenty of secrets that should appeal to older players, but some of it follows a road that’s too often been walked down, meaning it doesn’t quite innovate as much as it could have.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp
    The recipe wasn’t played with too much, resulting in a solid compilation of two titles that remain infinitely enjoyable, if a touch complicated by reality.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    We Are OFK
    If you loved the original Life is Strange, We Are OFK should be on both your list of games to play and most definitely on your music playlist. It’s a banger, though it should be said, Debug deserves its own game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    NEO: The World Ends With You
    After 14 years, the best soundtrack on the Nintendo DS has been met with its sequel – now the best soundtrack on the Nintendo Switch. Delightful deja vu, this sequel revives everything that works and delivers it all over again with vibrant new life. Just excuse the disappointing new cast and technical hiccups for one of the year’s most stylish surprises.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    FIFA 23
    FIFA 23 signs off on EA and FIFA’s partnership with another solid entry that brings the gameplay experience closer to the real thing, but it’s once again sullied by its Ultimate Team monetisation.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Melatonin
    Melatonin is a short but kind experience, a hint of melancholy and a splash of retro vibes. It’s less about the challenge (though it's there for those who seek it) and more about chilling out to some cool tracks across some fun levels, with accessibility that should be applauded.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Metroid Dread
    An intoxicating power climb, top-notch level design and a fear-inducing hook make this an incredibly compelling and long overdue side-scrolling Metroid sequel. It struggles with sticking too closely to the roots of its decades-old predecessors and could definitely learn a thing or two from contemporary Metroidvanias, but it's a blast all the same.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
    A clear and cohesive fusing of Tears of the Kingdom’s eons-spanning story and recognisable gameplay with the typical musou trappings means Age of Imprisonment is not just a fantastic Warriors-style game, but a genuinely great The Legend of Zelda title.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    WWE 2K23
    Refining, tweaking and improving on every aspect of last year's iteration while introducing a number of worthwhile new features, WWE 2K23 continues to build series momentum, managing to be the best wrestling game in years.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Kynseed
    Kynseed is a shockingly robust and fully realised fantasy farming-sim that may overwhelm at first but rewards patience with its countless interlocking systems.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Wild Hearts
    Wild Hearts is packed with creative mechanics and delightful flourishes that make it a welcome and exciting addition to the monster hunting genre.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
    From start to finish, the resurrection of the Shinobi franchise is one well deserved – with gorgeous visuals and a stellar ninja power fantasy that confidently (and silently) stands on its own two feet.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Planet of Lana
    Gorgeous visuals and a spectacular score elevate an already entertaining puzzle platformer to the same level as some of the genre greats.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
    A remaster of Epic Mickey didn’t need much to be a slam dunk, other than to save this inventive and introspective piece of Disney history from finding itself in the same state as the ‘toons it spotlights – unworthy of the current corporate image and left to decay in the dark. As a bonus though, Purple Lamp’s capable brushstrokes have managed to both preserve the art and make it easier than ever to appreciate.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
    More than a spin-off, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands’ additions to combat, entertaining story and brilliant voice work allow it to not only stand apart from Borderlands but surpass it in every way.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
    As a follow-up to the highly successful Forgotten Land, Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe may tread on old ground, but it does so with confidence and colour aplenty.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Twin Mirror
    While the premise of a small town beset by dark secrets is far from original, thanks to an intriguing story with some decent twists, interesting and well-written characters, and improved investigative gameplay, DONTNOD manages to deliver another compelling experience with Twin Mirror.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered
    Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered swings onto the PC platform with grace. Its pricing is a little high, and its optimisation needs a little work but the customisation options encroach on setting a new standard for the PC gaming industry.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Thaumaturge
    There is a very specific person who will find this game utterly compelling and won’t be able to put it down. This tale of industrialisation colliding with culture and superstition in pre-WW1 Poland has every confidence in itself and begs for your curiosity as you get to know the mysterious Wiktor Szulski and his hunt for emotion-hungry demons. This game is an immediate, though flawed, all-timer and belongs in the Polish canon of interactive literature for generations to come.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Repella Fella
    Repella Fella embraces its Australian foundations to deliver an adventure game that is violent, funny and mad as a cut snake.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    FIFA 22
    FIFA 22 is the most enjoyable football title in years thanks to revamped player AI and gameplay mechanics that offer unprecedented realism on the pitch. Off the pitch, EA still has some work to do, but new additions to Career Mode and match days somewhat make up for Ultimate Team’s egregious tactics.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores
    Burning Shores may not feel essential in the grand scheme of things, but a solid self-contained story and dedication to character depth make this the perfect excuse to return to this brilliant action-adventure RPG.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Luigi's Mansion 2 HD
    Luigi, the loveable scaredy-cat that he is, returns for another outing that holds up well in its transition from 3DS to Switch. Despite being a straight port without any new features, it remains a gorgeous and inventive world worth exploring for old and new fans alike.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Curse of the Dead Gods
    As visually striking as it is addictive, Curse of the Dead Gods blends together satisfying combat with a few unique mechanics, making for a roguelite that will eat away at your free time in a big way.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Anger Foot
    I spoke in my preview about Anger Foot having that special something that makes games like Hotline Miami so addictive and multiple hours and many, many doors later, I stand by my early claim. The simple, tight gameplay moves at a frankly ridiculous pace, and the constant barrage of new elements keeps you experimenting to move just that little bit faster. The bosses are a bit hit-and-miss, and the insanity could’ve been reigned in a tad here and there, but that hardly gets in the way of this blisteringly good time. And hey, even if it did, it’s nothing that a bit of sole food won’t fix.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
    Improvements on the already entertaining LEGO formula such as a tighter perspective and reworked combat systems make The Skywalker Saga's retelling of the nine mainline Star Wars films a blast for fans of all ages.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
    Metroid Prime 4: Beyond risks missteps in its attempt to modernise a cherished formula, but for the most part it all coalesces into an entry more than worthy of the series. Even the most vocal diehard fans should be pleased by the fundamentals, and for those willing to accept them, the new wrinkles iron out nicely.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Immortals of Aveum
    Immortals of Aveum is an enchanting battlemage adventure and a satisfying spell-shooter in a breathtaking world filled with annoying personalities.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Yakuza 0: Director's Cut
    Yakuza 0 doesn’t do enough to justify its director’s cut title, but the main story arc remains a benchmark for a franchise that has only grown in popularity, so what better time to give it a run on a console that can do it justice.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1
    Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 is a comprehensive and considered omnibus that, despite dearly missing its creator's input, makes for a definitive way to play one of gaming's greatest series.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It Takes Two
    A fun, gorgeous platforming romp that makes great use of its split screen-only twist in both gameplay and narrative. Hazelight proves that co-op lightning can definitely strike twice.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Chernobylite
    Chernobylite weaves together a strong narrative, compelling characters and highly detailed environments to deliver a glowing (pun intended) entry into the sci-fi survival horror RPG genre.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Rune Factory 5
    Rune Factory 5 doesn’t break the mould but it's still definitely worth your time, for returning fans and potential new ones.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster
    Is this new version of Dead Rising worth the investment? As a long-time fan, it’s an easy yes from me. The original experience still holds up to this day, despite some obvious problems that remain, and as much as I’d have loved if Capcom had tweaked other key areas or perhaps added some new modes or characters to the existing package, the visual overhaul and UI improvements make for the most polished version of Frank West’s escapades to date. I’m glad that the franchise wasn’t completely swept under the rug after all these years, and the hope now is that the respectful work put into this rerelease will lead to a full revitalisation in the future.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Beyond Galaxyland
    There’s a lot to like about Beyond Galaxyland, from its 80’s-vibe story full of vibrant characters to its enjoyable turn-based combat. It manages to pull together a number of different mechanics into a level of coherence (though some work better than others) in a package that impresses with visual flair and an identity wholly its own. This is the kind of sci-fi I love, the fish out of water tale where the impossible becomes possible and the characters all manage to feel unique to each other amongst a sea of weird designs. Come for the action, stay for the Boom Boom.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    F1 2021
    F1 2021's new story mode and level of customisation and accessibility make it perfect for hardened racing fans and those looking to take the genre for a spin.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 5
    Forza Horizon 5 has carried the tradition of consuming my time inside a genre that normally doesn't interest me. Playground Games has displayed technical wizardry with this game and while it doesn’t change the formula to any significant extent, the experience found within Forza Horizon 5 is killer.
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    • Critic Score
    Nintendo Switch Sports
    The optimist in me hopes that, for everyone else, there’s a future in Switch Sports’ competitive online play and regular updates. That’s in spite of the pessimist in me seeing this staggered approach as nothing more than a grab for more long-term Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, but that’s beside the point. If it all comes together, I suppose there’s something decent if not overly special here, but that’s a big ol’ question mark hanging over this review for the time being. As it stands Nintendo Switch Sports is a fun, nostalgic collection of motion-controlled sports that are sure to be a hit at gatherings in much the same way that Wii Sports was, but it’s an awkward package that’s hard to justify forking out for right now. [Review in Progress]
    • 83 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Splatoon 3
    If you’re in it purely for the single player content, you’ll find a lot to love in Splatoon 3. It’s disappointing that there’s pretty much nothing else for you if you’re completely offline – without live servers we haven’t even been able to access the included Tableturf Battle card game or spend any time customising anything – but we’ll have more to say once we can actually get stuck into the rest of the game. [Review in Progress]

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