Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is a delightful return after 26 years, and the SNK fighter hasn't lost a step.
Assassin's Creed Shadows brings the series to new heights by giving fans almost exactly what they wanted in a location long clamoured for.
Wanderstop offers a wholesome challenge with an important message that is given the artistic and literary chops that it deserves.
Mullet MadJack is an addictive and intense shooter that oozes style and is backed by substance - an outstanding game and an early GotY shout.
Monster Energy Supercross 25 aims to split the difference between a simulation skill-demands and arcade accessibility but misses the mark.
Two Point Museum builds a fresh and unique sim experience on the series' solid foundations - colourful, charming and challenging, all in the right proportions.
Atomfall is a brutal, bloody mystery trail made with a love of British humour and culture on show - more than 'English Fallout' and an unmissable journey through desperation and chaos.
WWE 2K25 is a professional wrestling history lesson, a fantasy camp for your rassling dreams, and the probably finest ever title in the series.
Monster Hunter Wilds is another refined and streamlined entry that will coax new fans into the real challenge - long-time hunters can still find some fun in the Forbidden Lands.