The “dig, upgrade, repeat” formula never gets old thanks to fun gameplay and a steady stream of new powers
This inventive tale can be uplifting one minute and disheartening the next, but it strikes a consistent and compelling tone
Chaining together impressive combos is as fun as ever, though hopping among three characters makes it hard to hone your expertise
The Diaz brothers are likable heroes with a believable relationship. Their journey is punctuated by big decisions, surprising consequences, and a satisfying conclusion
Though it seems to be a traditional adventure game at first, this is an enticing and bizarre tale unlike anything you've played before
Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition is the best way to play an already-good game, but the fine-tuning doesn’t elevate the experience to new heights.
Fun when you're chasing down your interests, but the enthusiasm deflates when working through the campaign missions
The story is awful, but the fun of collecting monsters – along with a flood of fan service makes the narrative worth enduring
Infiltration, combat, and exploration are all fun in the moment. However, the repetitive objectives and lack of crafted moments make the gameplay blur together as the hours pass
If you haven't played Abe's Oddysee, this is definitely the best way to experience it
Even without the depth of a fully featured RPG, this streamlined experience still has fun systems to dig into
The more lighthearted tone of The Hobbit works great with the Lego style, with lots of fun moments
The mystery of how these characters fit into this setting is the big draw, but don't expect a complete answer until the second (and final) episode hits
The Last Guardian forges a connection between the player and Trico unlike anything else in gaming. You need to experience it, despite its problems in other areas
Mass Effect: Andromeda has the series’ signature mixture of story, characters, and combat. Though its success rate varies in each area, it still provides dozens of hours of fun
The changes add a fun modern edge to combat and progression. However, the storytelling and repetition are more noticeable problems in today's gaming landscape
Great moments emerge naturally from well-made simulations, and Prison Architect has no shortage
Though light on traditional gameplay, the stories you encounter in this strange world are worth listening to
Given the heavy subject matter, calling Hellblade "entertaining" feels inappropriate. However, it is undeniably memorable, telling a compelling tale that explores subject matter many consider taboo
Plenty of short- and long-term goals keep you invested, and you are thrown into the action relatively quickly. Watching your kingdom grow and flourish is the biggest draw, though the battles also provide simple fun