DragonSword: Awakening is a pretty good open-world action RPG that uses the gacha formula without the genre's obvious drawbacks. While its gameplay elements and systems clash due to design flaws, its eye-catching visuals, interesting narrative, and great sound design certainly justify it as a full-fledged game. All in all, it’s a game that’s definitely worth it for the price it asks, but be sure to expect a bit of a grind in the form of gacha-like repetitive progression.
Endless Ragnarok builds on what Relink was already good at, making it even better. It adds nearly double the content of the base game, giving players more enemies to beat and materials to grind for. While the narrative is forgettable, the added gameplay systems, combined with its great overall presentation, make it one of the best co-op action RPGs on the market right now, and it’s well worth the price.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is not the definitive version of the game, but it comes extremely close and exceeds expectations entirely. The game remains one of the best action games on the market despite being released back in 2019. While certain graphical sacrifices and the lack of Legendary Dark Knight mode are noticeable, its consistent 60 FPS performance and inclusion of nearly all DLC make it a port worthy of an SS Rank.
Dead or Alive 6: Last Round is more of a promise than anything, as it lacks certain features for a fighting game to thrive in this day and age. While the depth of its core gameplay and noticeable upgrades to its visuals and performance are certainly present, it doesn’t offer any significant gameplay changes since its last update in 2020, aside from added cosmetics for a select few and a new Photo Mode. Players will simply have to wait and see if Koei Tecmo is genuine in its intention to reignite the franchise, as updates will be drip-fed from here on out.
007: First Light is a title that fans of the 007 franchise definitely needed. It is a near-perfect simulation of a James Bond video game, complete with engaging gameplay, great presentation, and a compelling narrative that encapsulates the franchise’s identity. It is, without a doubt, the best 007 game of all time, and no other game in the franchise comes close.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is the perfect game for Bat-fans, in all forms of media. It manages to keep the spirit of its original stories while putting its own comedic spin on them and adding every memorable reference to the franchise that any fan would recognize, no matter how small. On the gameplay side, it successfully combines two different identities into an enjoyable experience, instantly making it one of the better Batman games out there.
Gamble With Your Friends is exactly what the title describes and what it sounds like. While it can be brutal in its progression, its charming visuals, variety of mini-games, and immersive gameplay elements make it one of the more enjoyable multiplayer games for short play sessions with friends to laugh and occasionally crash out about. It’s a game that lets you enjoy the thrill of gambling without the real-world consequences—unless you don’t meet the quota and have to lose a body part or two.
MOTORSLICE is one of those games that will surprise you, in a good way. The satisfying platforming, combined with its presentation, music, and immersion, makes it a completely different vibe. Certain elements, like its combat and lack of replayability, leave much to be desired, but it’s undeniable that it’s interesting and engaging from the title screen all the way through the end.
Invincible VS is a great tag fighter that utilizes the franchise’s identity to a remarkable level. Its top-notch presentation, noticeable competitive depth, and easy-to-grasp approachability make it a game worth playing for fans of the series and the genre alike. It still hasn’t quite reached its final form just yet, but it has the potential to become truly Invincible.
Tides of Tomorrow is a breath of fresh air. It’s a unique take on a post-apocalyptic future that conveys something deeper to the player through its player-driven narrative and the moral dilemmas you’ll have to face. More than that, the asynchronous multiplayer features and the variety of gameplay allow for a more entertaining interactive adventure. While it may have simplistic gameplay and binary decision trees, it’s definitely not an average adventure game; it's a remarkable experience that excels at what it does.
Samson is, quite frankly, a missed opportunity, especially since there aren’t a lot of titles tackling similar settings and genres recently. The overall presentation is thematic and appropriate, and also has a core gameplay loop that you can see develop into something better in the near future. However, its numerous bugs, gameplay design flaws, and weak narrative anchor it hard, keeping it from becoming a great experience.
PRAGMATA successfully blends a Metroidvania-esque exploration loop with a unique hacking and shooting combat system, all anchored by a highly moving father-daughter narrative set on the moon. Despite its lengthy development history, the game was worth all of the anticipation and wait, delivering an exceptional presentation and engaging mechanics, making it an outstanding action-adventure title that should not be missed.
GRIME 2 is a direct improvement to all aspects of its predecessor and doubles down on what makes it great in the first place. Featuring a unique aesthetic, deep combat systems, and textbook Metroidvania exploration, this is a title worth playing for fans of the genre.
Despite being heralded as one of the more underrated games in the Mega Man franchise, Capcom did absolutely everything in its power to showcase the best version of the Star Force trilogy, and it shows. From added quality-of-life features, restored content, and adjusted gameplay mechanics from the old touch-screen only controls, on top of how great these games already were, they have delivered their arguably best remaster collection to date.
Warframe's Switch 2 port looks and runs just as Digital Extremes has promised. The visual upgrades, fast load times, and overall stability showcase the hardware's strengths and make it one of the best ports for the long-standing MMO looter-shooter hybrid. Not to mention its longevity. While there are some issues with the Joy-Con 2's mouse mode and some bugs, it's still a port worth trying, especially since it's free.
Ghost of Yotei: Legends is a must-try DLC for owners of the base game, as they’re quite literally just improving on what was offered before. With top-notch presentation and the same engaging gameplay loop, it’s one of the more underrated multiplayer experiences out right now.
Towerborne is a good game. In fact, it’s superior to its Early Access release in almost every way. With an actual narrative, an engaging gameplay loop, and decent presentation, the game certainly has a unique charm that’s worth its weight. However, its potential will never fully be realized, as the removal of online servers really puts a spotlight on the game’s hollow multiplayer identity.
Cyanide Studios created a third game that makes stealth feel even more rewarding in Styx: Blades of Greed. While the nine-year wait doesn’t make it seem much bigger at a glance, the new open-world design places greater emphasis on traversal and exploration, for better or worse.
Mario Tennis Fever follows the classic Super Mario Sports formula, emphasizing simplicity and fun. While it retains the core gameplay identity, it suffers from several issues, including a lackluster Adventure Mode, hit-and-miss supplementary game modes, and a new, gimmicky mechanic in Fever. It’s a good party game, but it doesn’t have enough to make it worth the price or the time.
Romeo is a Dead Man brings everything you expect from the Suda51 style—and I mean everything, especially when it comes to its visuals. Though it suffers from technical issues and a simple gameplay loop, the unpredictable narrative, paired with its eye-catching visuals and strong audio design, makes it a memorable experience.