Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition is kind of like a catch-22: it makes promises and breaks them. Survios clearly cares about the source material, as shown by the game's strengths, such as its creepy atmosphere, satisfying weapon sound design, and true to the series looks. But bugs in the AI, features that do the same thing over and over, and uneven polish keep it from being truly great.
Silent Hill f might feel more like a side project than a real development. Its best parts are the mood and the idea behind it, not how it's put together. Its readiness to take risks should not be brushed off, though. Even though it's not perfect, Silent Hill f is a good example of how horror thrives on making people feel bad, and how failure can sometimes leave a lasting impact.
Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac offers a lovingly crafted return to a formative title. For newcomers, it’s a good platformer, but it’s not necessary. Newer games of the same type are much better. In the end, the game is a fun, accurate remake that does more to celebrate than to change the world.
Wander Stars delivers inventive word-driven combat, heartfelt anime storytelling, and stylish presentation. Limited exploration and difficulty spikes aside, it shines as one of the most unique RPG experiences this year.
Lost Soul Aside succeeds where it matters most: it creates moments of sheer exhilaration that remind players why they fell in love with action RPGs in the first place. It is not perfect, but it is unforgettable.
Super Robot Wars Y offers an accessible entry point with worldwide availability across PC and consoles, eliminating the frustrations of imports. For veterans, it provides a thoughtful evolution, if not imperfect, that suggests the series is finally embracing its global future
The Knightling is a fun, if imperfect, ride for gamers who seek a faster fairy tale with puzzles, platforming, and some new kinds of fighting. This is a good second game that could become amazing. With enough work, it could even become a series. It shows that even with a lot of huge names in the field, simple, sincere stories can still be unique.
Altheia: The Wrath of Aferi is one of a kind because it is based on mythology, but what makes it really great is how well the story, gameplay, and art all work together. It's not so much about getting benefits as it is about getting lost in a myth that makes you think. The game feels really new in a year when the RPG market is full of updates and remasters.
Tiny Bookshop is one of the few games that does a great job of combining idea and execution. Neoludic Games has made a game that is as much about people as it is about books. It encourages you to take their time, enjoy the little things in life, and slow down. It stands out in the world of cozy games, which is getting more and more crowded, thanks to its mix of strategic planning, story closeness, and aesthetic warmth.
For those willing to step back into Kojima's universe, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn't just a game—it's a statement of artistic courage and creative clarity. It embraces its faults and celebrates its eccentricities. In doing so, it becomes one of the most compelling titles of this generation.
My Friendly Neighborhood succeeds not just as a genre experiment, but as an experience that knows what it wants to say—and says it with flair, tape, and an arsenal of alphabet ammunition.
Patapon 1+2 Replay offers an irresistible march to the beat of its drum. Though it eschews radical reinvention, this collection's harmonious blend of sight, sound, and strategy makes it an essential purchase for anyone craving a unique, upbeat challenge.
REMATCH is a project bursting with potential but bogged down by its ambition. It dares to ask what football would feel like if built from the ground up around real-time, manual control. The result is a mechanically deep, team-centric, emotionally engaging football sim wrapped in an arcade presentation. However, it also suffers from rushed execution, limited offline content, server instability, and a live-service shell that doesn't yet justify its price tag.
In an era of risk-averse AAA development, Stellar Blade dares to embrace style, difficulty, and identity in equal measure. It delivers everything a premium title should for action RPG fans. And for SHIFT UP Corporation, they established the studio not as a curious newcomer but as a rising force in the genre. A dazzling hack-and-slash reinvention that shines brighter on PC.
As it stands, MindsEye is a cautionary tale with star power behind the scenes that cannot carry a game that lacks polish, balance, or soul. For a game trying to explore the intersection of consciousness and technology, it's ironic that MindsEye itself feels so utterly lifeless. A mind-bending vision is lost in translation, where high-concept dreams crash into low-effort design.
Dune: Awakening succeeds by marrying intense survival systems with the grand scale of political intrigue and metaphysical mystery. It offers not just a game to be played but a very world to be lived in. A world where every drop of water matters and every decision echoes across the dunes.
POPUCOM is a physics-defying, family-friendly title wearing its influences on its sleeve, although it never feels derivative. Released across multiple platforms, including Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation, POPUCOM delivers a co-op experience that cleverly fuses color-matching combat, tight platforming mechanics, and vibrant environmental puzzles in a package that feels fresh, nostalgic, and frantic all at once.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a confident return and reimagining of the franchise. It makes the boring parts of farming sims easier to use while making discovery and story more complex. There's always something important to do, like making the perfect seasonal town, chasing love across the skies, or cleaning the land of elemental evil.
Nice Day for Fishing is worth your time because it features enjoyable gameplay, dynamic settings that change over time, and humorous writing. It pays homage to its source material without relying too much on it. The only real problem is that it sometimes repeats itself, especially in the beginning. But Baelin's journey from minor figure to unintentional hero is worth every single shot.
Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 isn’t a reinvention. It’s a refinement of CyberConnect2, bringing together everything it learned in this strange but beloved series. Therefore, fans who stuck with the show will be rewarded with a satisfying, deep, and lasting ending.