Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate brings the majority of the series' monsters into one package for a lengthy and exciting hunting extravaganza. While it feels dated in some ways post-Monster Hunter: World, it's a great farewell tour for the old style of the franchise. If you can stomach the pacing problems and obtuse menu systems, it's a worthwhile and challenging trek through the history of Monster Hunter.
Overcooked 2 serves up a great balance of hilarious chaos and strategy alongside meaningful improvements over its predecessor. The kitchens have more moving parts, the recipes are more varied, and the ability to throw ingredients fundamentally changes the arcade cooking formula. It's still ideal when played on the couch with friends, but solo play is much improved, and online support adds versatility.
Madden NFL 19 fumbles the story, but remains an excellent football sim.
The Culling 2 is nothing more than a weak imitation of PUBG and H1Z1.
Assassin's Creed Odyssey features a rich, lush world lessened by its repetitive activities. Though the main story is compelling, completing it requires you to participate in a massive amount of level grinding through less-than-stellar side quests. There's plenty to do in this world, but a lot of it feels like busy work that fights to stay exciting or compelling.
Teamwork doesn't quite make the dream work in 'Kirby Star Allies.
Scribblenauts Showdown is fun party game that's uncharacteristically smart.
'Monster Hunter: World' represents the best the series has to offer.
NBA 2K18's dedication to the finest of details make it a living, breathing adaptation of the NBA experience.
NHL 18 takes an awkward step forward, exposing the series' longstanding issues.
Everybody's Golf is limited in scope, but makes up for it with pure charm.
'Madden NFL 18' is really two great games in one stellar package.
Agents of Mayhem is a generic take on the city open world shooter. A diverse cast of heroes and a few funny one liners save it from being downright bad, but its repetitive missions and bland world firmly solidify its mediocrity.
Despite its consummate depth, Tekken 7 doesn't do enough to push the franchise forward.
The most expansive solo experience we've seen in a fighting game, Injustice 2 compels you to master its fast-paced, combo driven combat.
Fast, fun, and easy to play, 'MLB The Show 17' knocks it out of the park
'Fast RMX' isn't quite the 'F-Zero' revival you've been waiting for, but it's close