Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports is a fun romp for a while, especially in local multiplayer. The challenge mode and campaign modes will provide some solo fun even though the AI can be a little dumb sometimes. I just wish there were more Looney Tunes and online play, as that's the only thing that it falls short on.
So my favourite things in Wild Bastards were the 13 playable characters and their unique designs and quirky personalities. But sadly, Wild Basterds doesn't quite reach the heights Void Bastards did. The shoot-out sections were okay, but the less than stellar turn-based sections just weren't a great inclusion or idea in my opinion... If you want a fantastic rouge-like gem, go play Void Bastards instead; it's priced the same; enjoy it hell of a lot more than this!
I really enjoyed Just Crow Things on the Nintendo Switch; it's just as much fun as Rain on Your Parade, made by the same developers. Pooing on hoomans’ heads never gets old, and there are a lot of fun quests and quirky game-related moments that had me smiling. And even when it's all done, the ability to go back and play the entire game again in a sort of simulation is pretty caw!
I'm enjoying Biomutant on the Nintendo Switch, but there’s still so much I've not touched upon, like the vehicle sections, mounts, and challenging boss encounters. However, while Biomutant does stumble in some areas, it’s still an enjoyable adventure, even with its shortcomings.
Endless Ocean: Luminous is a very niche title; some will love it while others won't, although, in my opinion, it's a decent diving experience on the Switch. There's definitely some fun to be had with others online, which is the best part of the whole game. Although the magic from the original hasn't made the cut here, leaving Endless Ocean: Luminous adrift at sea.
Stitch. is a lovely little puzzler on the Nintendo Switch. There's enough content to keep you playing with its daily challenges, weekly puzzlers, unlockable content and possible DLC offerings in future. Its gameplay is easy to understand and addictive once you get into it. If you haven't already realised, stitch. is worth your time and money and will be a favourite for anyone who loves puzzlers. I wholeheartedly recommend this one!
Regardless of its issues, I'm loving ArcRunner on the Nintendo Switch; it's a very addictive roguelike, gameplay loop. I especially love the online mode, the selection of weapons, and the perks. Though I wish there were a few more characters to play as, that's just a personal gripe. ArcRunner is a fast paced shooter and if you love roguelikes, this is a no-brainer!
Contra: Operation Galuga is ok for a weekend get-away but it doesn't do enough to stand apart from the thousands of better run & gunners on the eShop. If you want to play a good Contra game, look no further than the Contra Anniversary Collection.
I did enjoy my time with Jujitsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash, especially the online co-op mode; however, the combat can take a while to understand. Things aren't perfect here as there are some balancing issues and, while it's not going to re-invent the fighting genre, there is some fun to be had online if you can get over the game's short-comings.
I really loved Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, probably more than I initially thought I would. Its gameplay loop is fun; scouting new monsters and creating new ones out of old ones was pretty addictive. I love exploring all the varied environments and watching in real-time the seasons change and alter the world. I also really enjoyed the accessible combat. This is probably one of my favourite RPGs of 2023!
I'm really enjoying the Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed experience, even with its issues. Even though I've completed the story mode, there’s still plenty to unlock. I really love playing as the ghost characters, mainly because of the havoc you can cause other players; it makes matches quite thrilling. Even though the online is great fun with real players, I have encountered a few disconnects, which can be frustrating. The story isn't very long, but unlocking everything else will lengthen your time with the game, so there's plenty of potential to add further content in the future.
Paleo Pines is a very cosy farm sim in a sea of hundreds of other farming titles. The game stands apart from its competition thanks to its dinosaur taming and the unique abilities each creature brings to the table. This provides new ways to complete mundane tasks that other sims would make you do at nausea. While there’s still the standard farming, planting and growing crops to do, there are a wealth of quests and side quests on offer to complete and well over 30+ dinosaurs to find and tame, including some special rare breeds. Take a trip to Paleo Pines; creating a dinosaur ranch where farming has never been so jurassic!
Super Adventure Hand is a fun romp through its 50 stages that will test your hand-eye coordination. Within those stages, there are 70 thimbles to find and speedrunning opportunities that present some reason for replay. I wish there had been a two-player option included or online leaderboards, as this game’s premise is very intriguing and I'd love to see a sequel with more stages and extra content. What's here is a fun romp; however, it's a rather short experience but handy for quick car journeys or train commutes.
I've found Samba de Amigo: Party Central to be a really enjoyable rhythm game. Your mileage may differ depending on how much you enjoy the song list; the game offers enough fun for solo players in the Streamigo mode, and multiple with online and local multiplayer modes. There’s also plenty of incentive to keep playing in order to rank up and unlock the plethora of cosmetics to show off your style to the world.
Circuit Superstars is a great racer on the Nintendo Switch and there’s a lot to enjoy here. The Grand Prix mode and time trial will definitely be where you spend most of your time, just make sure you have an online subscription if you want to use the online modes properly. While the game may take itself a little too seriously for my liking, there’s nothing inherently wrong with that and in every other aspect, it's a solid racer.
Little Friends: Puppy Island is a charming little adventure that allows you to explore a wonderful little island with your best pals. Build structures, go on walks, earn rewards and look after nine adorable breeds to your heart's content. Truly, this is a dog's life!
Tin Hearts is a puzzle-filled adventure with a touching story and a relaxing soundtrack. The game does stumble along the way but if you can get around the hurdles, there are still a lot of puzzling stages to get through as you march onwards to your destination.
Wobbledogs is a pet simulation game on the Nintendo Switch that allows you to look after many different wobble dogs, care for them, feed them, decorate their pen and play with them while watching them grow. You can even crossbreed them, allowing you to create new breeds, each with their own traits and unique looks.
I've really enjoyed playing Aliens Fireteam: Elite on the Nintendo Switch. It's my first game I've ever played on the cloud and I have to say, I'm impressed by the experience. It's not going to be for everyone, and if you don’t have a stable connection, it's not worth the risk. On the other hand, the sights, sounds and constant fear of getting an alien facehugger attached to your face makes you feel alive! It's not the longest game out there but there’s plenty of stuff to unlock, and hopefully it can be expanded past its first round of DLC, capitalising on a pretty solid foundation.
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is a fantastic collection of Final Fantasy’s finest music in one massive collection. With well over 300 songs to unlock and play, you’ve got to be in it for the long haul to see them all. There are some light RPG elements when playing around in the party edit option and at least 100 characters to unlock, not to mention the tonnes of collectibles to earn, quests to complete and feats to see. Throw in some online battles and you’ve got a game that sets its sights on the stars and soars above all the rest. Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is one of the best rhythm games you can buy on the system to date. So, what are you waiting for?