A party game that falls short of nearly every core pillar of the genre. limited content, uninspired mini-games, local-only play with no online support, and persistent technical issues resulting in a forgettable experience with no reason to return after the first session.
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Code Vein 2 delivers a confident experience that knows exactly what it wants to be, evolving the series’ identity without abandoning its roots. It expands gameplay with multiple playstyles while reshaping the experience around a standalone, human-centered story filled with regret and inner conflict, exploring fate and the heavy cost of change. Deeper in its systems and clearer in its artistic vision, it proves that Code Vein now holds its own space within the soulslike genre rather than relying on its popularity.
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City Tales: Medieval Era shows that city-building games can still shine with strong atmosphere, accessibility, and well-paced ideas. Starting as a calm kingdom-building experience, it gradually reveals depth through companion stories, flexible difficulty, and a satisfying expansion system. While not reinventing the genre, it refines its ideas, making it a great choice for both newcomers and veterans.
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The new Football Manager, now on a new engine, marks a key step for the series. It improves match presentation and visuals while keeping the core gameplay intact. Despite some technical issues and occasionally complex menus, it continues to offer the best football management simulation, focused on realism and long-term decision-making.
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The experience brings the series back to its roots while proving it can still impress with each new release, offering bold and mature storytelling and unique content. It respects the essence of Japanese RPGs while introducing modern gameplay systems for a more engaging experience than ever. A true masterpiece that shouldn’t be missed, especially now as a full-fledged release beyond mobile constraints.
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The game has a distinct identity and ideas capable of delivering a unique experience, but it falls victim to odd design choices, unpolished gameplay, and numerous technical issues that raise questions about whether it underwent sufficient testing before release. The end result is a game in need of significant improvements to be truly ready for launch.
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Dragon Quest I & II Remake offers a classic experience with a modern touch, honoring the series’ legacy and welcoming new players. While some ‘80s design elements remain, like excessive random encounters, weak side quests, and high difficulty in parts of the first game, the HD-2D approach enhances visuals and audio, making it a great way to experience the start of this iconic JRPG series.
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Constance arrives in a year full of standout releases, reaffirming the indie developer’s strong presence. While classified as a Metroidvania, it stands apart from others with a psychologically impactful story, polished and enjoyable gameplay, and worlds designed like works of art. Its only drawback is the lack of fast travel between save points, and its length is relatively short for the genre.
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Tales of Xillia Remastered is a perfect opportunity for newcomers and fans of classic JRPGs seeking an engaging story, dynamic combat, and deep character customization. However, if you expect a major leap in graphics compared to the original, it may not fully meet those expectations.
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The Lonesome Guild delivers a moving story centered on loneliness and self-discovery, with distinctive writing that highlights each character’s development. The game features stunning artistic direction, making the environment an integral part of storytelling, alongside gameplay that smartly encourages cooperation and bonding between heroes. Despite limited resources, the small team at Tiny Ball Studio succeeded in creating a strong RPG with a unique identity.
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Once Upon a Katamari delivers a chaotic, joyful experience, proving that simple ideas in a vibrant, creative world can be incredibly fun. The game doesn’t aim for realism but celebrates the madness and chaos that have defined the series from the start, offering a unique experience that reminds us games can be simply fun, wild, and charming all at once.
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Onirism offers a refreshing platforming and shooting experience, combining visual creativity with varied environment design. While it borrows elements from popular games in weapons, enemies, and side stages, it successfully blends them into a single enjoyable adventure. It could have been one of my standout experiences this year, if not for technical issues like poor controller integration, multiple bugs, and the inability to change dialogue language, which affected the overall experience despite the game’s clear passion and ambition.
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Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles proves that a great story and smart gameplay don’t lose their charm over time. The enhanced version preserves the original’s essence while adding full voice acting and visual improvements that make it look stunning today. It’s a strong reminder that the classic turn-based system can still impress, and that drastic changes in the modern series aren’t always the best path.
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Football fans will enjoy EA Sports FC 26, especially if upgrading from an older edition like FIFA 22 or FC 24. However, if you’re looking for a truly revolutionary experience or are tired of the paid microtransactions, it might be better to wait for discounts or skip this release entirely.
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Twinkleby isn’t just an ordinary community-building game; it lets you express your creativity in your own way, with a social touch through interacting with villagers and observing their activities based on available resources. Perfect for fans of calm atmospheres and artistic style, even players not usually drawn to this genre may enjoy its open-ended gameplay that encourages creativity without fixed tasks or level-based objectives.
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Dreams of Another isn’t for everyone; it’s an abstract, philosophical experience more like interactive art than a traditional game. Visually and aurally captivating, it blends unique art direction with dreamy music, encouraging reflection on destruction and creation. It has repetitive gameplay, a vague narrative, and a 60 FPS cap. Still, it’s highly recommended for those seeking a philosophical, unconventional experience, with a reasonable price and around 10 hours of playtime.
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Trails in the Sky: First Chapter offers a classic experience with a modern spirit, laying the foundation for one of the best JRPG series. It combines refined storytelling, flexible gameplay, a lively and intelligent world, and side quests designed to encourage timely completion. While the beginning takes time to explain the world and power system, events quickly accelerate into a whirlwind of political conflicts between kingdoms, with an exciting ending that leaves you eager for the next installment.
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Castle of Heart: Retold is a second attempt to revive a title that didn’t succeed initially. While the team improved visuals and environment design, the core gameplay still suffers from repetition and shallowness. The health-draining challenges and curse add a unique idea, but execution falls short. The game suits those seeking a short platforming experience with simple mechanics, but isn’t for players looking for gameplay that evolves over time.
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