If you love building sims or want something with more strategy than the usual management games, Anno 117 is worth your time. For me, it was a great introduction to the series and a smooth step into a more complex style of city building. It challenged me, taught me and kept me coming back. I am glad I gave it a chance.
This collection preserves the history of Dragon Quest while making it easier to appreciate for modern audiences. It gives new players a smooth entry point and longtime fans a chance to revisit the originals with fresh eyes. Dragon Quest I and II HD-2D Remake celebrates the past without getting trapped in it. It respects what made these games timeless and adds enough new content to make the journey feel renewed.
If you missed it the first time, this remaster is a great way to experience it. If you played it on PS3, the improvements make it worth revisiting. Tales of Xillia was a standout in 2013, and on PS5 it proves that good characters and good ideas never really get old.
Possessor(s) is one of those games that sticks with you more for its moment-to-moment experience than for its overall plot. The story’s corporate-villain angle is serviceable but nothing new, what makes it special are the characters, the world, and the combat. Luca and Rhem’s journey from reluctant partners to something resembling mutual understanding gives the story its heart. The fast, stylish action and demanding boss fights give it its soul.
After some time with Jurassic World Evolution 3, I came away genuinely impressed. It’s not a radical reinvention, but rather a confident evolution of the formula Frontier has been refining for years. The new breeding and juvenile systems give the simulation a sense of life and continuity it was previously missing, and the improved creative tools and locales make building and customising parks more fun than ever.
Ninja Gaiden 4 is exactly the kind of comeback I wanted to see. It honors the series’ brutal legacy while confidently trying something new. The collaboration with PlatinumGames gives the combat a fluid, cinematic energy that makes every fight feel alive.
If you’re hunting for something atmospheric to play this Halloween that won’t eat your entire weekend, Little Nightmares III is absolutely worth your time. It might not keep you up all night, but it’ll definitely make you hesitate before turning off the lights.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A isn’t perfect, but it’s bold. It takes chances the series has avoided for far too long. Focusing the entire adventure within one city could’ve been a disaster, but it mostly works thanks to how alive Lumiose feels and how strong the new battle system is. The Z-A Royale gives the game a clear purpose, the rogue Mega Pokémon inject tension, and the combat overhaul breathes new life into battles that had started to feel mechanical.
I came away very impressed with The Outer Worlds 2, not because it reinvents the formula, but because it refines it. It’s smarter, more confident, and far more flexible than its predecessor. The choices you make truly shape your journey, the factions and companions give you reasons to replay, and the world itself rewards curiosity at every turn.
If Ghost of Tsushima was about the birth of the ghost, Ghost of Yotei is about what comes after, the echoes of that legacy, and the question of whether revenge can ever bring peace. It’s one of the best action-adventure games on PS5 and a masterclass in how to honor a predecessor while forging your own path.
Despite those rough edges, I came away impressed by Bye Sweet Carole. It’s one of those rare games that feels truly handcrafted, not just in its art style, but in the heart behind it. The visuals are pleasing to look at, the atmosphere is thick, and the story delivers enough intrigue and emotion to keep you pushing through.
Coming into these games for the first time, I can confidently say the hype was justified. Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 are still as special as everyone said they were. They feel inventive, joyful, and full of the kind of imagination that’s increasingly rare in modern games.
If you’re new to Tactics, this is the version to play. And if you’re a veteran, it’s a chance to revisit Ivalice in a form that respects what you loved while adding touches that make it easier and more engaging to experience again. I’ll certainly be coming back for more runs. The Ivalice Chronicles stands as a testament to how far a great design can carry you, and how a respectful remake can rekindle the magic all over again.
Ryukishi07’s storytelling, Kera’s unforgettable monster designs, and the game’s willingness to challenge its players all come together to create something that feels both reverent and new. For me, Silent Hill f isn’t just the best new Silent Hill game, it’s a masterclass in Japanese horror, world-building, and narrative design. It’s chilling, thoughtful, and heartbreakingly beautiful. If this is the direction the franchise is heading, then the fog has never looked brighter.
Trails in the Sky: 1st Chapter isn’t just a remake, it’s a celebration of everything that makes the Trails series special. It’s welcoming to newcomers, rewarding for longtime fans, and filled with heart at every turn. From its faithful storytelling to its refreshed visuals and cleverly modernized combat, this remake does exactly what it should: it preserves the magic of the original while making it shine brighter than ever. If you’ve ever looked at the Trails series and thought, “I don’t know where to start,” this is your answer.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger isn’t perfect. The side quests are forgettable, and the slow pacing early on might turn off some players. But once it hits its stride, it’s one of the best Digimon RPGs to date. The expanded roster, deep customization, and improved world design make it a joy to play, and the emotional story beats land harder than I expected.
I walked away impressed, but also wishing there was a little more meat on the bone. The Emerald Rush mode is a genuinely fun and creative twist that adds surprising depth and replayability. It’s addictive, fast paced, and fits the Donkey Kong vibe perfectly while also branching out into new gameplay territory. The roguelike elements don’t feel forced, they complement DK’s moveset and the series’ rhythm of discovery and reward.
Borderlands 4 isn’t just another sequel, it’s a reinvention. It honors the series’ roots as the original looter shooter while fixing its most glaring issues. The shift to an open-world structure, the rebalanced humor, the satisfying loot system, and the excellent side missions all combine into a game that feels both modern while still distinctly Borderlands.
Cronos: The New Dawn is a brutal, atmospheric, and cleverly designed survival horror game that proves Bloober Team isn’t just capable of remaking classics, they can create them, too. Its mix of oppressive atmosphere, grotesque enemy design, scarce resources, and smart puzzle integration hit all the right notes for fans of the genre. Yes, the checkpoint system is frustrating, and the difficulty curve can be punishing, but the satisfaction of overcoming its challenges makes the struggle worthwhile.
Discounty isn’t trying to reinvent the management sim genre, but it doesn’t need to. It knows exactly what it wants to be: a cozy, addictive, and surprisingly deep game about running your own small-town discount store. From the satisfying daily routines to the playful chaos of a busy day, from the charming townsfolk to the rewarding progression, it all comes together into a package that kept me grinning the whole way through.