Tom Mc Shea
Gris is a beautiful and tranquil platformer that relishes in the simple pleasure of exploring its enchanting world.
Rayman Legends melds abject strangeness with diverse platforming to create an adventure that's as enjoyable as it is challenging.
As Spelunky makes its way to the PC, the rewards and dangers are just as alluring as they were one year ago.
Child of Light is a singular adventure that embraces sadness in a beautiful, affecting way.
Trials Fusion delivers the same exciting racing action from previous games, with a beautiful new aesthetic and enough humor to keep you laughing.
The gorgeous world of Infamous: Second Son is brimming with delights, setting you loose in Seattle to partake in fast-paced, inventive combat that's an absolute blast.
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is as exciting as it is gorgeous, offering a robust adventure that satisfies on almost every front.
NBA 2K14 uses its incredible visual design to draw you in, and the top-notch action is closer than ever to the real thing.
The frenetic Samurai Gunn provides an exciting competitive experience that demands precision and rewards fast fingers and thoughtful strategies.
Mario Kart 8 shifts its focus from chaotic weapons to precise driving, and that makes this one of the most rewarding entries in the series.
Chasm's sharp combat mechanics and rich visual design make it easier to bear the inconsistent difficulty curve.
Child of Light is a singular adventure that embraces sadness in a beautiful, affecting way.
Fez has pitfalls you have to accept if you're going to enjoy this adventure. Technical problems, baffling map design, and obtuse puzzles can serve as a serious barrier to entry. But it's worth putting up with the missteps for the wondrous adventure that awaits. Fez goes far deeper than the simple platformer it initially appears as, and figuring out the solutions to the many puzzles is an experience that harks back to a time when games weren't scared of taking off the leash and letting you run wild. Invest time in Fez's colorful world, and enjoy the wealth of incredible ideas buried within.
Creepy atmosphere, fantastic combat, and clever storytelling make Alan Wake's quest thrilling from beginning to end.
Creepy atmosphere, fantastic combat, and clever storytelling make Alan Wake's quest thrilling from beginning to end.
This fast and exciting racer continually finds a way to keep you circling around for another lap.
There's little in Bleed that hasn't been seen before. But even though it hasn't reinvented how we kill baddies in two dimensions, it's still a fun and satisfying adventure.
Shovel Knight recalls, but doesn't rely on, many greats from gaming's past, but lacks the inventive spark that could have elevated it to classic territory.
Super Motherload offers a peaceful respite from the cacophony of civilization.
The sense of mastery never quite comes, resulting in a game that flashes its potential in one scene only to undermine that thrill soon afterward. Even with its occasional stumbles, though, Dandara offers enough excitement and beauty to push you onward.