Intense combat and a series of challenging boss fights require a high level of play, but the thrill of victory is incredibly sweet
As always, WarioWare's randomness is charming, and the minigames are fun, but this is far from a high watermark for the series
Skyward Sword has some of the best dungeon design in the series, but the sections between each dungeon are a slog
Chicory is an intriguing world full of hilarious characters and inventive game mechanics, which makes it a delight from start to finish
Village doesn't pull any punches when it comes to horror, but a consistent rollout of new weapons and tools makes it hard to walk away from these terrors
When Maquette is firing on all cylinders, it is a beautiful journey through a series of ever-larger environments, and Maquette’s love story is poignant and a little heartbreaking. Sadly, my interactions with the puzzles were also full of heartbreak. While Maquette has some missteps, I look back fondly on my time with it. Much like a real-life romance, my affection for this game is complicated.
This is a horror game with more tedium than tension
Like the original, Super Meat Boy Forever tests your resolve, but it's easy to jump back into the action and the thrill of success is worth the endurance
The action is tedious, but cutting through swaths of Bokoblins and single-handedly clearing a battlefield is still rewarding
If you're looking for a good scare, Amnesia: Rebirth delivers, but prepare to feel lost and confused along the way