For those who found the first game too obtuse or plodding, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach makes concessions without abandoning its core. For long-time Kojima fans, this is the logical next step — absurd, brilliant, heartfelt, and occasionally maddening.
Fretless – The Wrath of Riffson isn’t perfect. The puzzles are so simple that they feel like filler, and the story is cute, but it won’t stick with you like the music or combat will. If a player has trouble with timing, the rhythm mechanics might be a bit challenging for them, but the game is forgiving enough that it never becomes a significant issue.
Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream is a visually mesmerizing, narratively restrained stealth-puzzler that embraces old-school challenge with a modern cinematic polish. Its unforgiving nature won't be for everyone, but for those who appreciate tension, immersion, and methodical gameplay, this game offers a deeply rewarding experience.
From gameplay to unit diversity to mission planning, Broken Arrow provides one of the finest experiences of any current military RTS. However, it seemed unfinished for several reasons. Even though it isn't in early access, the game has an oddly incomplete feel to it.
Whether playing solo or with a few friends, Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game taps into that same niche joy that skateboarding games offer: mastering the mechanics just for the sake of self-expression and challenge. If you're the type of person who spends hours in Skate 3 perfecting a single line, or if you've ever tried to combo your way through a Tony Hawk map without bailing once, then this is a game made with you in mind.
MindsEye isn't a total failure—it just feels like a half-finished product rushed to market under the weight of expectation and hype. If you're curious, it's best to wait for a deep sale or for Build a Rocket Boy to deliver substantial patches.
Galactic Glitch is a futuristic sci-fi take and serves as a welcome addition to the indie roguelike genre. It lives in a crowded sector, but with its unique spin on genre conventions, engaging physics-based combat, slight progression mechanics, and enigmatic narrative, it sets itself apart.
Dune: Awakening is not merely a survival game. Having the ability to draw you into a vast world of danger, politics, and ecological fragility, it is a full-bodied reimagining of one of the most influential sci-fi universes ever conceived. The game rewards players who stick with it, whether they’re building fortresses on bedrock, flying an ornithopter into a PvP ambush, or figuring out how to deal with spice-fueled hallucinations.
Mario Kart World is a daring development that combines well-known racing with an open-world element that is both fresh and unpopular. Its 30 tracks, 24-player races, and new mechanics like grinding and wall riding deliver thrilling chaos, while Knockout Tour and Battle Mode keep the adrenaline pumping. The Free Roam mode, with its P Switch missions and collectibles, offers a relaxing distraction but lacks the depth of other open-world racers like Forza Horizon.
A joyful blend of platforming, puzzle-solving, and co-op charm. Despite some uneven boss fights, POPUCOM shines with creative tools and vibrant level design. A sleeper hit in the making.
Equinox: Homecoming isn’t a finished portrait yet, but it’s a promising sketch that you should monitor as it develops. If you’re ready to deal with some early-access bugs and keep your hopes low, Equinox: Homecoming gives you a taste of something truly special.
A flawed but fun return to stealth strategy. If you're nostalgic or just love tactical tension, Commandos: Origins is worth a shot, especially on Game Pass. Check it out to see if nostalgia can really bring back the 90s.
Atomfall offers a unique exploration-driven experience with strong world-building and a compelling narrative. However, bad combat, a lack of meaningful progression mechanisms, and repetitive gameplay hold it back from being a good one.
While The Stone of Madness isn’t perfect among stealth games, it stands out for its fresh concept, beautiful hand-drawn visual style, and strategic gameplay. Those who go into it with the mindset that it is a space prison or prison escape game, not a Commandos one, will find that the game is well worth a buck.
Some people might not enjoy Dustborn. Patience and a passion for storytelling are required due to the game’s slow pace and focus on narrative and intricate dialogue mechanics. Playing Dustborn will force you to interact with the characters on a deep emotional and intellectual level. But if you’re looking for a game with innovative gaming mechanics, a compelling story, and engaging characters, Dustborn isn’t that game.