Minos is a clever, satisfying trap-laying game dressed in Greek mythology and held together by strong mechanics and just enough depth to keep you hooked across multiple runs.
If you are new to Neva like I was, it’s a great gateway to the main game.
Life is Strange: Reunion is an essential playthrough for long-time fans of the franchise. Deck Nine expertly balances the nostalgia of Max and Chloe’s relationship with fresh gameplay mechanics and high-stakes drama. While the game’s mystery occasionally loses its footing and minor visual bugs break the immersion, the deeply authentic character writing makes this a beautiful, tear-jerking send-off for Arcadia Bay’s best duo.
For newcomers especially, this is the definitive version of one of the Switch era’s finest platformers.
Pokémon Pokopia proves the franchise has far more to say when it steps outside its own formula.
As a port, it is a genuine achievement: a massive, content-rich open-world RPG translated faithfully to hybrid hardware, with a clever trio of performance modes that let you tune your experience to your preference. The 40fps sweet spot is a joy, the package value is exceptional, and the portability factor elevates it above a straightforward comparison on specs alone. Some visual concessions, soft load times, and a 60fps mode that overreaches slightly are the costs. The gain is one of gaming’s great RPGs on the go – all of it, no compromises on content.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is a deep, intricately crafted, and beautifully rendered game that stands as the series’ highlight in terms of story.
For fans of the genre, and particularly those who loved the Little Nightmares games, Reanimal delivers a haunting, memorable adventure that proves the original creators still know exactly how to craft a true nightmare.
Mario Tennis Fever is simply a massive step forward for the series.
Despite a simple control scheme that occasionally hits its ceiling, the game offers endless meaningful unlocks that keep you coming back to play more.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 is the most ambitious, polished, and creatively fulfilling Jurassic Park game ever produced.
Pac-Man World 2 Re-PAC is the shining example of how older games should be remade, completely from the ground up, modernising where needed while still retaining the Saturday morning cartoon quality of the characters and gameplay that made it such a classic in the first place.
Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2 is the most beautiful and emotionally rich version of the game that Atlus has ever produced.
DK Island and Emerald Rush are a must-have for fans of the Retro series and those who love rogue-like challenges.
In the growing conversation around “games as art,” Hellblade II demands inclusion.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A ultimately propels the series forward, offering the best-looking and smoothest gameplay the series has ever produced.
Everybody’s Golf: Hot Shots proves that the series can thrive outside its PlayStation roots. HYDE has delivered a game that honours the franchise’s history while introducing new modes that make it perfect for group play. It’s approachable, entertaining, and full of content that will keep golf fans busy for dozens of hours.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a great Bethesda game for Xbox, made even better on the Playstation 5 Pro console thanks to the devs at Machine Games making full use of the hardware to get the best out of their software. If you have played the game before on an Xbox console, this PS5 version is the ultimate way to experience this game. With perfect writing, stunning locations, and a return to that old-school Hollywood feel, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a great game, delivered perfectly on the Playstation 5 Pro.
Star Wars Outlaws is a solid addition to the Star Wars gaming universe. It offers a compelling story, beautiful visuals, and a rich world to explore. Despite its flaws, it’s a game that fans of the franchise will likely enjoy, especially those who appreciate a good blaster at their side. It’s a shame that the visuals are so grainy and jarring, while they do fit into the universe, it doesn’t translate well to the current gaming landscape. The forced stealth mechanics get a little repetitive, particularly in the later hours of the main story. The story does play it a little too safe in terms of story. Ubisoft has confirmed that updates will be sent out including quality-of-life improvements and there is a map ahead for extra content and a season pass to come.
Dead Island 2 is far better than it ever had any right to be. The story is bare bones, however, it does make up for it with the huge variety of zombies and the FLESH system revolutionises the way you can make calculated and decisive kills. The game runs like a dream on the Playstation 5 with no bugs or crashes during my 30-hour playthrough. This is a solid instalment in the series that proves the wait was worth it.