DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined is still pretty long—even the early hours take more than one sitting to finish—but streamlining makes it less boring than the PS1 and 3DS versions. For a $60 game that gets a lot of attention, Reimagined proves worth the money by offering a lengthy, satisfying, and well-crafted JRPG experience.
MY HERO ACADEMIA: All’s Justice is a perfect end to the My Hero Academia trilogy of video games. It doesn't try to change the anime fighting genre; instead, it focuses on what fans want most: to spend time with their favorite characters, relive important moments, and feel like they're a part of the story. For long-time My Hero Academia fans, this is the definitive gaming experience. For newbies, it's an easy-to-understand and visually stunning way to enter the world of UA High.
The remake does a great job of bringing FRONT MISSION 3 back to life for a new generation of gamers and making it portable and easy to play for long-time fans. On the other hand, it's not really an improvement; it's more of an improved port than a completely new experience.
I Hate This Place is still one of the most interesting independent horror movies I’ve seen in a while. It could be up there with the best games in its genre if it got some balance fixes and a bigger focus on challenge. As it stands, it’s a stylish, creepy, and often memorable trip that you should take, even if you don’t hate the place by the end.
CODE VEIN II is a big improvement over the first game. It gives you a deep, open-world anime Souls-like experience with big battle systems, characters that make you feel a lot, and a world that rewards exploration. Early-game explanations and jargon can be too much, but the story and exchanges between characters quickly become interesting.
BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW works in the end because it is what it says it is: a unique, intense, and personal scary experience. It doesn’t try to be everything to everyone or add extraneous stuff. The fear is psychological, the story has meaning, and the gameplay adds to it rather than taking away. If you like old-school survival horror games like Silent Hill 2 or newer indie psychological horror games, this game will give you a short but unique ride.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon doesn’t try to hide what it is. Fans should be the ones to play this game. They know Zemuria’s story from generation to generation and across countries. Its best features are the world it creates, the way characters grow, and the depth of its combat. Its flaws are oversized systems, sluggish progress, and a hostile attitude toward newbies.
There are a lot of different things in Kotama and Academy Citadel. It has a great combat system, a smart way to heal, and a strong visual personality through the way the characters are designed. Plus, it has rough platforming, a story that isn’t focused, technical problems, and systems that aren’t fully developed and never quite reach their full promise.
Skate Story was not made to meet the typical standards of a skating game. It doesn't give you a choice, limits replayability, and resists mastery fantasies. What it does offer is a link between the theme, the physics, and the mood. Instead of viewing skateboarding as a sport, Skate Story views it as a theory.
Cloudheim isn’t a copy of Breath of the Wild; it’s its own weird, physics-based world. But it has the same sense of freedom, exploration, and finding. There is already a strong base in the early access version, and the promise of more islands, quests, weapons, and base upgrades in the full release makes it look like it will be even better.
GODBREAKERS is a great game for people who want fast, fun fighting and a game that rewards skill and trying new things. The most fun will be had with premade multiplayer groups, but solo players can still enjoy a well-tuned roguelike that can be played a lot of times in the 10–15 hour content timeframe.
Retrace the Light is an impressive ARPG that combines time-manipulation mechanics, strategic combat, challenging puzzles, and an emotional story. The excellent visuals and sound design make it an incredible experience.
Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE adds an elemental system that gives battles more meaning. Some skills, like Illuminate, Cold Ice, Scorch, Erode, and Haunt, change your state. When you properly chain these with other hunts, Elemental Chain effects happen that do a lot of Chaos and Overwhelm damage.
One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 would sometimes run slowly on older hardware, especially when big strikes like Luffy's King Kong Gun or Kaido's dragon-mode specials were used. Now, though, effects like explosions, dust, and particle swarms work easily and don't slow down the action.
Where Winds Meet is strong because it has a lot of different kinds of stories, combat is visually stunning and satisfying, and there are a lot of skills that make you want to try new things. Boss fights are memorable because you must pay close attention to both time and strategy. Cross-platform and environmental puzzles make the world more interesting and interactive.
Anima Gate of Memories: I&II Remaster brings the graphics a lot more up to date compared to the 2018 release." The character models, backgrounds, and lighting have all been improved, and outdoor locations, such as the Great Plains, appear bright and appealing.
INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road may take some time to get used to its unique controls and sudden increases in challenge. However, fans of anime-style football chaos will love it. It's a great addition to the series, offering a deep story, strategic gameplay, and impressive big-budget visuals. Fans of tactical RPGs and sports anime should definitely give it a try.
Surviving Mars: Relaunched isn't just a repackaged version of the hit game from 2018; it's a careful improvement. All DLCs have been added, the graphics and user interface have been improved, and the Martian Assembly has been added. Haemimont Games has released the final version of one of the most popular sci-fi city builders of the last ten years.
FULL METAL SCHOOLGIRL is a love letter to fans of intense action, anime style, and roguelike progression. It does a great job of combining humor, style, and energy into a single package. FULL METAL SCHOOLGIRL is a must-play for anyone who wants to play a game with nonstop fighting, deep strategy, and stunning set pieces.
HARMONIC REFLECTIONS is more than just a game; it’s a chance to think about relationships, decisions, and growth. It’s an interesting journey that rewards players for being patient, caring, and interested, and it makes them think about themselves long after the last scene.