“Europa Universalis V” exceeded all my expectations. It is ambitious, deliciously complex and isn’t afraid to throw the player at the deep end and challenge them. It sets a new standard for Paradox and grand strategy games in general.
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Even though “Once Upon A Katamari” feels a bit too focused on collecting everything and filling the gaps with a lackluster multiplayer mode, it still is Katamari at its core. Its packed with good gags and its gameplay is just as good as it was over 20 years ago.
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“Reach” shows how much nDreams evolved as a studio when it comes to pacing, puzzles and movement in VR. On the other hand, its once strongest aspect — shooting and combat — feels repetitive and lackluster.
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“Ball X Pit” is a “must-have” for arcade and / or roguelite fans. Kenny Sun shows that meta progression is a tool rather than a necessity and delivers fantastic and satisfying gameplay with great (and insane) ball synergies. Get ready to see the day, or night, pass in the blink of an eye. And if you’re a fan of leaderboards like me, you’ll going to have a great time.
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After almost a decade of lackluster games, “Digimon Story: Time Stranger” brings not only a great Digimon game, but a great RPG. Although it has some slip ups in regards to its story and dungeon design, it more than makes up for it with its in-depth party mechanics and fantastic combat.
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Given the long and troubled development, the fact that “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” exists is a miracle by itself. The Chinese Room delivers a solid story with some fantastic characters and voice acting. As someone who craved a game with RPG mechanics in a modern setting, it is more than enough for me.
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“Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac” is the kind of remaster / remake that puts a smile on my face. It improves where it needs in terms of gameplay — which was already great for its time — and comes packed with more content. Although some of the original extras are missing, and some levels feel a bit too generic, it is certainly a good time for collecathon and Pac-Man fans.
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With all said and done, it’s hard not to say “Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles” is the definitive version of the SRPG. A masterclass in storytelling, a compelling battle system, memorable characters and a plot that feels ever so relevant in this day and age. This is not only a must for SRPG fans, but Final Fantasy fans in general and ones interested in delving into the story of turn based games.
Cloverpit is simple and straight to the point. It is both its greatest strength and weakness. Panik Arcade does a good job of creating atmosphere and an interesting narrative, but the lack of agency due to the nature of slot machines makes it a game that’s a bit too repetitive for its own good.
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With a fantastic track selection and an excellent online and offline mode, “Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds” is a must have for both Sonic and arcade racing fans. By far one of the best surprises of 2025.
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Equally infuriating and touching, “Baby Steps” is a triumph on creating a compelling world and also a highly interactable one. A reminder that sometimes you just need to hone a single mechanic extremely well to create a memorable experience. And in “Baby Steps” case, that walking with your own two feet — even in a metaphorical sense — can be extremely hard and awkward.
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Although it has some glaring performance and AI issues, “Firefighting Simulator: Ignite” is by far the most authentic firefighting game I’ve ever played. It’s challenging enough solo and a blast in coop. A must have for simulation fans.
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If “Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree” gets one thing right, it is easily it’s great cast, good combat and visuals. Sadly, metaprogression blockers diminish what could’ve been a wonderful roguelike. It is still worth it for the story alone.
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Is this the “Shinobi” I grew up with? Absolutely not. It’s a facet of “Shinobi” nobody knew it existed — that could exist — until now. Lizardcube showcases, once again, that can take a familiar framework and turn into something completely new and reinvigorating. It is just as good as “Streets of Rage 4” and, by far, my favorite action platformer game of 2025.
After almost 8 years, “Everybody’s Golf” is back in a very “back to its roots” format. I, for one, can’t complain. HYDE, Inc.’s work is exceptional, bringing some refreshing new mechanics, good variety of characters and courses. And, for the first time on PC. It is a treat whether you have poured hundreds of hours on previous titles or just starting with the franchise.
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Although smaller in scope, “Super Robot Wars Y” makes up with a much better paced story than “Super Robot Wars 30”, difficult encounters for veterans, new mechanics and better visuals. A must for fans of the franchise. Besides, where else will you find a game about Gundams fighting Kaijus?
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“Killing Floor 3” brings some notable improvements on the gameplay front, but the shift to a “Game as a Service” style game tones down difficulty, tactical opportunities and most of all, player expression. A price maybe too high to pay.
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Nevertheless, even with my reservations about the early game, how annoyed and broken I became with the madness mechanic, it’s a great debut title for any developer. Moreso one that’s trying to break into the nowadays extremely crowded soulslike space. It will be painful at the beginning, but the pain will be worth it.
Although it lacks a bit of challenge, “Let Them Trade” is a fantastic showcase of how to recontextualize trade routes in a way that makes it more compelling and more interesting to convey city planning.
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“Fantasy Finds” won’t set the management subgenre on fire, but Two Point Studios first DLC for “Two Point Museum” continues to showcase the impressive shift in “quality over quantity”. Extremely detailed, enjoyable to explore and challenging enough to pick up the game again and spend countless hours creating your “perfect museum”.
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