Gary Bailey
Antares is an impressive feat for one person and its gameplay loop is quite addictive, but it lacks polish in some areas and it takes the shine off an otherwise atmospheric, sci-fi horror.
Overpass is an interesting and unique take on the driving genre, but issues in the most integral areas of the game often make it a chore to play.
From the opening moments to the end credits, everything about Kunai just oozes charm and its movement mechanics make it a joy to play. An absolute must-play.
[Greg Bailey separately reviewed the PC (7.5) and Switch (4) versions. Their scores have been averaged.] While far from perfect, Monster Energy Supercross 3 is an exciting slice of dirt bike racing fun, packed with content.
Avicii Invector is a fun and exciting rhythm-action game, and a fitting tribute to the late musician.
Hardcore management sim fans may enjoy Planet Zoo, but others may find it overly complex and packed with an overwhelming amount of management options
An excellent puzzle game with a fun sense of humour, and an important and surprising message behind it.
Song of Horror has some great ideas and is genuinely scary at times, but random deaths and awkward controls sometimes threaten to spoil the experience.
Disco Elysium is an intelligent game with lots to say, but struggles with its tone while saying it.
This is a great port of two very influential western RPGs, though newcomers may be put off by the old school design.
GRID replicates the feeling of motorsport without sacrificing any of the excitement, and it's the most racing fun I've had in ages.
Combining realtime and turn-based gameplay, John Wick Hex somehow manages to nail the feeling of the movies.
Call of Cthulhu on Switch is still a decent game , with plenty of atmosphere and an intriguing story, even if its execution is lacking.
NASCAR Heat 4 still has its issues, but Monster Games' long overdue overhaul finally makes this the game that the series has always tried to be.
It may make some of the same mistakes as the first game, but The Surge 2 still manages to improve upon it in every way, to create a brutal but rewarding sequel
Whether you play alone or with a second player, Cat Quest II is an outstanding action RPG with a great sense of humour.
Bus Simulator is a nice change of pace on consoles usually filled with 200mph racing games, providing a more sedate and relaxing experience for casual players and an in-depth simulation for enthusiasts.
Despite some issues with the Switch's controller restrictions, GRID Autosport is a fantastic port that sets the bar for the realistic racers on Nintendo's hybrid console.
Children of Morta is a rewarding action RPG with a lot of heart, providing you can make it through its repetitive opening hours.
Mixing puzzles, stealth and even mild horror elements, FRACTER is a short, sweet adventure that's just fun to play.