Dave Rodriguez
Forza Horizon 4 takes the pole position as one of the best racing games ever made.
Kratos and Atreus are the heart and steel that forge God of War Ragnarök into a flawless and fitting end to the Norse Saga.
Forza Horizon 5 is the best game in the franchise, and it also might be the perfect arcade racing game.
At times more Bushido Blade than Dark Souls, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is one of the most pure, exhilarating action adventure games I have ever played.
It’s not a flawless victory, but Mortal Kombat 11 is a superb fighting game that’s sure to please veterans and newcomers alike.
After two decades of pasta cans, silver ballers, suitcase snipers and more, Hitman 3 delivers the perfect hit.
Insomniac Games makes the City of New York just as much a character as Spider-Man himself. It helps push Marvel's Spider-Man to be more than just a great superhero game; it's a great game, period.
Super Metroid, Symphony of the Night, and now Dead Cells – it easily stands with the greats in every regard.
Devil May Cry 5 modernizes a classic with one of the greatest character action games ever created.
“More than a mere sequel, Ori and the Will of the Wisps innovates and excels in creating a bigger and bolder adventure in every way imaginable.”
Doom Eternal rips and tears any fears of the sophomore slump with an incredible new chapter.
Ghost of Tsushima treats the era with respect. The solemn approach to an open world is Sucker Punch’s best game yet.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon is an ode to the RPG’s of yesterday, while also moving the series in a bold and exciting new direction.
A great story, clever twist, and fantastic level design come together to make an unforgettable experience. Arkane Lyon has truly created their best game ever.
Resident Evil 2 Remake isn’t just a fantastic remake, but a new classic for the modern gaming fan to fall in love with for the first time.
The tale of souls and swords has been retold, and is better than ever in Soul Calibur VI
Remnant: From the Ashes blend of world building, tactical combat and tight game design combine to make one of the most refreshing and sublime games I’ve played all year.
Age of Empires IV is a fantastic sequel worthy of the lineage it follows up.
Whether you fancy yourself a Dynasty Warrior, or a Crusading King, the absolutely stellar Total War: Three Kingdoms has a lot to offer new players and returning series veterans alike.
Darksiders Genesis’s superb blend of action, platforming and exploration make it one of the best games of the year.