Laurie Jones
NieR: Automata is a once in a generation kind of game that must be encouraged and supported
There’s no major evolution here and there doesn’t need to be, but this game is erratically broken and in desperate need of repair. Still, that vintage Bomberman charm is ever intact and able to seep through, even in the game’s most frustrating moments.
Yooka Laylee is a treasure despite some faults
Mr Shifty is a fun, fast-paced experience, that stutters and stammers on Switch
Mario Sports Superstars is feature rich and fun, but much better with friends
It's a mixed bag, but there's cause for both optimism and concern after completing Episode One
Full Throttle looks, feels, and plays better than ever.
Wonderboy The Dragon's Trap is one of my favourite experiences on Switch to date
Puyo Puyo Tetris is the most exciting puzzle package on the market today
Splatoon 2 is the best multiplayer experience Nintendo have ever delivered
With classic IP at the heart of Namco Museum, all well ported, it’s difficult not to fall in love all over again.
Ubisoft has achieved the impossible, they’ve not only given Mario his own XCOM game, they’ve created a third-party franchise that should remain a Nintendo staple in years to come.
Steamworld Dig 2 is glorious in practically every way
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is an impressive port of a major third party title on Switch
Golf Story is one of my favourite games in 2017
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is a true golden age JRPG experience
Conga Master Party is great for multiple players but not so much fun alone
Kingdom: New Lands is a diamond in the rough that is just a few extra tweaks and refinements away from being another sparkling gem in the eShop lineup.
This is a retro port that’s been treated with full respect
A cheap, mindless way to spend a few hours on Switch