Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a masterclass in storytelling and design, with an engaging and twisting plot that is backed up in every way by engaging and evolving gameplay.
Okami HD offers one of the most unique experiences available in gaming, with gorgeous stylized visuals backed up by addicting and snappy gameplay. It is an absolute joy to play.
It Takes Two's innovate approach to co-op gaming makes for an experience that feels like watching a big-budget Pixar movie, but backs it up with snappy and accessible gameplay that starts strong and just keeps getting better.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land takes the puffball to new heights in every way, breathing new life into a beloved franchise and innovating at every step.
Venba presents a totally unique experience for players, with a touching story about the struggles of immigrants and the importance of culture, held back only by its short length.
Though it lacks a bit of final polish, Sonic Frontiers finally breathes new life into a franchise that's been on life support for far too long, and, fittingly enough, paves the way for great new things in the future.
Coffee Talk is an absolute gem of a visual novel, with charming characters, entertaining and engaging dialogue, and a beautiful and calming atmosphere that will keep you coming back for a refill.
Wildermyth serves as a perfect entry point to newcomers to tactical RPGs, with beautiful artwork, a brilliant blend of strategy and storytelling, and a wealth of user-created content that will keep players coming back for more.
Blind Drive takes a unique concept, polishes it to its fullest extent, and delivers an entertaining and engaging experience the whole way through—though its objectionable content may leave some players with mental road rash by the end.
WarioWare: Move It! might not turn the world upside down, but its unique gameplay gimmicks and charm will get players smiling, laughing, and moving like nothing else.
Bugsnax's blend of charm and addictive gameplay makes for a truly unique experience, though there are a few storytelling and writing bumps along the way.
Mr. Sun's Hatbox comes out swinging with beautiful art, a fun personality and a unique gameplay twist, and while it may not succeed at everything it attempts, it's a worthwhile experience nonetheless.
While it's nothing groundbreaking, Ty the Tasmanian Tiger HD is still a solid entry from the golden age of platforming, and its HD remaster is a wonderful recreation of the original experience.
Though the original game doesn't quite reach the heights of the rest of the series, Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe is a great example of what remakes should be, with plenty of extra content and additions to please returning fans.
Timelie is a unique and beautiful puzzler with polished controls, but obtuse puzzle logic and overall slow speed take a little sheen off of what is otherwise a solid entry in the genre.
Unbound: Worlds Apart is a thoughtfully crafted twitch platformer, though its odd blend of gameplay styles leaves it feeling, ironically enough, caught between two worlds.
New Pokémon Snap is a beautiful exploration of the world of Pokémon with thoughtful mechanics and puzzle solving, though its tendency towards forced grinding and replays makes some of the charm wear off near the end.
While it fails to recapture a lot of what has made the series special and addictive over the years, Pikmin 4 is still a unique and fun experience despite its shortcomings.
Faraday Protocol's puzzle mechanics are a perfect match for fans of its spiritual ancestors like Portal, but a rushed story and minimal campaign length make it a tougher sell to anyone who's not an established fan of the genre..
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is a beautiful CRPG with solid mechanics, but for any player that is less than a veteran of the genre, it's a sloppy, soggy mess of an experience that kills any desire to learn more.