Tyler Treese
Once Upon a Katamari gets what has made the series such a long-lasting and beloved gaming franchise. The latest Katamari game is simply a joy to experience, as it gives the Prince plenty of wacky objects to roll up and is a worthy sequel. Both newcomers and series veterans will have a blast with Bandai Namco’s latest, as it’s hard to imagine anyone not smiling while playing.
Ninja Gaiden 4 is a true return to form for Team Ninja’s signature series. Featuring the best action you’ll find in a game this year and a great new character in Yakumo, this is a worthy successor to Ninja Gaiden II and avoids the many missteps that plagued 3. Placed well among Team Ninja and PlatinumGames’ best efforts, Ninja Gaiden 4 fully lives up to the hype and is a total blast.
Battlefield 6 is one of the PlayStation 5’s best shooters.
With plenty of charm and some great drop-in/drop-out multiplayer, Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is a refreshing celebration of imagination and some of the most beloved cartoon characters ever made.
Filled with likable characters and a silly magical school storyline, there's a lot to like about Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy.
A lovingly crafted remaster of an all-time great classic, Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles is the update that the seminal tactical RPG game deserves.
Silent Hill f is the first original and truly great Silent Hill game in over 15 years.
Sometimes half a head is all you need, as Henry Halfhead is an imaginative and fun time for gamers of all ages.
While it’s not quite making a childhood dream a reality, Firefighting Simulator: Ignite is the next best thing.
While one would hope for more innovation from a sequel eight years after the previous game, Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots is a solid entry and gets the franchise back on the tee after an all-too-long hiatus.
Gears of War: Reloaded is a great way for PlayStation owners to get into the series or for returning players to scratch that nostalgia itch.
Whether you’re a fan of action platformers or you’re a Cobra superfan, there’s a lot to like about Space Adventure Cobra – The Awakening.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a lovingly made remake of a perfect video game.
A beautiful experience from start to finish, Sword of the Sea is one of the PS5’s best games.
Once you get over the initial shortcomings, Hunter x Hunter fans will find plenty to like about Nen x Impact, which clearly has a reverence for the source material.
The wait was certainly worth it for PlayStation owners as Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced brings players the ultimate version of Ninja Theory’s sequel.
Developer Leenzee has done a great job of putting its own spin on the Souls formula without it feeling derivative and a lesser experience.
Good for a weekend of whimsy and adventure, this bicycle racing game is charming enough to win over any racing game fan.
Veterans of the genre might find themselves a bit bored with no unique mechanics.
The Ready or Not PS5 port is excellent. The measured, tactical gameplay features action-packed moments and some of the most memorable co-op gameplay you can have.