Disco Elysium is a mercilessly deep RPG, both in terms of its well-written world and the sheer volume of decisions it tracks.
The Outer Worlds is a fun return to a tried and true formula. It doesn't break any molds, but it does approach its genre with a bit more nuance than we've seen in quite some time.
LoL has improved in some ways more than others over the past eight years, but it remains one of the best strategic duelers.
Avoid it until and unless they patch in a satisfying conclusion.
A fun multiplayer distraction with a twist, if you've got the patience for some lackluster modes. Try it.
Worth a look for anyone seeking a unique, more grounded take on the adventure game.
Buy it if you have a PlayStation 4. If you don't, maybe it's time to consider getting one.
Don't spend the $20 asking price, but consider it for a weekend jaunt if you can get a sale price on a four-pack.
Grey Goo is definitely a throwback, albeit one with some compelling innovations. Those who remember the heyday of the RTS genre should get a kick out of it, while the unprepared may be scared away.
If you can tolerate the aging hardware, pick it up to experience a flawed but interesting footnote on Black Flag's tested formula.
The Wii U unexpectedly gets one of the best games of the year. Buy it.
This sequel plays with expectations while trying to exceed them. Buy it.
The Division takes a stab at the Destiny formula with new strengths and weaknesses, as well as some familiar ones. Try it.
Persona 5 weaves engaging JRPG combat around a thoughtful, exquisitely stylish tale of thieves and the struggle to survive in an unfair society. Buy it.
Gnog is an extremely relaxing game about fiddling with surreal puzzle boxes. Its short length is well worth the price of admission. Buy it.
Night in the Woods wastes just a little too much time before getting to the heart of a story about the value of life when life doesn't seem worth living. Buy it.
Maiden of Black Water polishes an old formula almost perfectly, though the game itself isn't so polished in spots. Buy it anyway.
Until Dawn is entertaining in all the ways it needs to be, even if it isn't perfect in all the ways I'd like it to be. Try it, or wait for a discount.
Far Cry Primal is video game aspirin—numbing and nondescript but basically pleasant. Try it.
Life is Strange makes some odd design choices, but its ability to make your choices feel important to its strong leading protagonists more than makes up for it. Buy it.