Too much trial-and-error plagues the puzzles, which also don't have enough strategy or interesting choices
There's only so much fun you can get out of playing the same level over and over again
Enjoying everything Bravely Second has to offer still requires putting up with a lot of filler
Homefront's few smart concepts are crushed under the weight of constant glitches and other problems
Furi's sole focus on cripplingly difficult boss fights is the definition of niche. Those who aren't up for the challenge will be disappointed
Horrendous load times, arbitrary progression restrictions, and downright confusing design drain ReCore of its potential
The super-sized environments require more patience than ever, along with a willingness to continually revisit the same locations
Horizon doesn't reinvent open-world gaming, but it delivers consistent fun, challenge, and intrigue from start to finish
1-2-Switch belongs in a mall kiosk with a 10-minute play limit – though most potential customers would probably walk away empty-handed long before then
The barebones arena action offers too few thrills. If the distracting visuals don't turn you off, the sophomoric humor and constant barrage of insults will
The classic Tetris and Puyo Puyo action is enjoyable, but the new modes are letdowns
The cat-and-mouse gameplay is exciting and captures classic horror-movie moments – when the game actually works, which isn't often enough
While Kingdom Battle's puzzles won't win any awards, the robust selection of challenging tactical battles entertains from beginning to end
Hidden Agenda doesn't live up to Supermassive's interactive take on the teen slasher genre, but still weaves a suspenseful mystery worth more than one playthrough
Pinball FX 3 provides some new ways to enjoy your pinball collection, even if your rivalries are a bit more buried
The Frozen Wilds offers a new and condensed mystery that hits most of the same notes players loved about the main game
Kingdom Come serves up an intriguing personal story and a detailed world worth exploring. However, on a technical level, the game is broken
Flipping your first few houses is fun, but the game doesn't have the scope or flexibility to stay interesting for long
Donkey Kong Adventure offers up more turn-based entertainment, but its timing and standalone nature limit its appeal
Phantom Doctrine demands the patience and calculation of a cold-blooded assassin, but the methodical style of play is rewarding