NBA 2K25 is another solid entry into the 2K franchise and once again proves why it is the best basketball game on the market. With its abundance of improvements and changes that slightly change 2K on a fundamental level, it invites new ways of playing the game of basketball. But with some modes like WNBA receiving little to no improvement or upgrade, it puts a slight blemmish on what otherwise is a great sports game.
Madden 25 improves in nearly every category over its predecessor. Superstar mode and Ultimate Team mode are excellent, giving players ways to interact with the game of football. But it still falls due to the common issue of feeling the same year after year due to the lack of significant new content and mode additions and some frustrating gameplay changes. It is a good football game, even if we have seen a majority of it already in the past.
Zenless Zone Zero offers a fun combat system with various gameplay options. Overall, I was impressed with the game's music, environment, and art direction. I expect to return to this game for years to come, even though I don't consider myself a Gacha fan.
Horizon Chase 2 is an excellent follow-up to Horizon Chase Turbo, offering a wide plethora of stages to race across and sights to see. I found enjoyment in modes I typically get frustrated in, with Time Trials specifically pulling me back for more each day. If you're a fan of arcade racers, Horizon Chase 2 is a great time I recommend trying out.
Pool Party is a great physics-based game that features a concept I have never heard of before. While it lacks slightly in content, it more than makes up for it in the fun factor category. Its fast-paced matches and fun ways of mixing pool with a certain activity or sport are certainly something that I would recommend to any fan of party games or if you have an event coming up. Lakeview Games did a great job with its first release, and I'm excited to see what they do in the future.