Ben Reeves
Olimar's latest adventure isn't difficult, but it feels tedious
Overpowered aliens and a run of bad luck can test your resolve, but there is almost always a way out of every jam thanks to XCOM's layered strategy
A steady drip of upgrades and collectibles ensures that exploring the alien-infested planet of SR388 won't grow tiring anytime soon
These high-flying brawls deliver on the spectacle and the action has a great flow, but the main story mode leaves a lot to be desired
If you're in the mood for a grind, Battle Chasers delivers more than enough. Nightwar is full of tense action, but you have to be patient to make it to the end
WWE fans might get a kick out of creating their own wrestlers, entrances, and promos, but the basic mechanics won't appeal to a wider crowd
This series of silly, fantasy scenarios is charming at first, but repeatedly working through the same encounters gets old quickly
Never Stop Sneakin' seems promising early on, but fails to evolve over the long run
This charming strategy game offers some cheap thrills, but the battles grow old quickly thanks to a lack of depth
A solid story and rewarding platforming sequences makes for a highly gratifying climb
Complex and interwoven systems can be daunting, but building an empire remains incredibly rewarding
A powerful blend of bugs and poor design make every moment of this game a chore
Detective Pikachu's mysteries aren't compelling. Fortunately, the world and its star character are delightful enough to entertain
Tricky platforming sequences prove rewarding, but most of the game feels old hat
Curse of the Moon has a fun roster of unique heroes, but the slow-moving action quickly grows stale
Captain Toad's treasure laden levels are bite-sized, stress-free puzzles packed with surprises.
Chasm features a lot of Metroid goodness, but the randomness makes levels range from triumphant to tedious
Decking out each hospital with new equipment and bizarre décor is rewarding, but you have to go through those motions repeatedly
This Mega Man looks modern, but it offers a classic Mega Man challenge. Thankfully, four difficulty settings and a range of upgrades help ease in all types of players
This heartfelt and poignant adventure offers thrilling moments centered on a strong core idea