Will the Switch 2 additions help Pikmin 4 sprout new life, or has its delicious fruit started to sour over the last few years?
SURI: The Seventh Note fails to live up to its exciting premise. The idea of combining rhythm-based gameplay and platforming with an Indian aesthetic sounds like a dream. However, neither aspect manages to stand on its own, and ultimately, the two systems struggle to blend together.
The Séance of Blake Manor nails the closed-circle mystery concept.
The Switch 2 version of Stellar Blade is competent but struggles to hit the same heights as the original.
Not only does it improve the visuals, but it also irons out performance issues from the original release.
Not only does the game capture the spirit of the series, but it expands on elements to create one of the finest examples in the genre. With its tight combat and wonderful world design, this is a killer comeback for the legendary series.
The Crew Motorfest is the best traditional driving game available on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival combines numerous ideas; however, not all of them come together seamlessly.
Order of the Sinking Star is a wonderful kaleidoscope of puzzles.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is the best racing game in the franchise’s history.
With End of Abyss, Section 9 Interactive takes what they learnt from Little Nightmares and creates a new beast that blends their trademark unsettling atmosphere with Metroidvania exploration.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve captures the intensity of aerial warfare better than any other title.
Rivage has an interesting premise but struggles to meet its potential.
Silent Hill: Townfall is another brave step forward for the franchise. Moving away from the traditional third-person perspective heightens the dread and anxiety, as you tentatively avoid the many threats that linger within.
EA Sports FC 27 continues to refine and improve key aspects of the game, delivering a more complete experience that captures the beauty and unpredictability of the sport.
Orbitals is proof that there’s space in the co-op adventure genre for other teams to create something truly special.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters successfully combines story and soccer to create an experience that scratches an itch which titles such as FC don’t manage to do. While it improves the on-pitch action, story segments remain the same as the original, lacking inspired visual direction.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition is an excellent alternative to FromSoftware’s adventures. While the essence of their titles is baked into its DNA, variations to systems, such as the removal of stamina and the loss of souls, make the familiar feel fresh.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 features some of the best games in the series. MGS 4 is without doubt a masterpiece, and this port improves on the original by adding a locked frame rate.
Duskfade is a confident reminder of why 3D platformers once reigned supreme. Packed with character and charm, it’s a great adventure which places movement and traversal at the forefront.