While the name is familiar, Madden NFL 25 features plenty of smart additions to make this a great year to pick up.
Much like the first game, Volgarr the Viking II is a satisfying retro romp that will test your skills and patience.
SteamWorld Heist II is exactly what you’d want from a sequel to one of the best strategy games ever made.
This remastered release is the best version there’s ever been of Star Wars: Bounty Hunter.
Are you into shooting giant bugs? Do you want to laugh at how ridiculous everything is and find yourself getting embarrassingly into its dialogue-driven story? Then Earth Defense Force 6 is for you, and you should check it out. Otherwise, you won’t have your mind changed as this is repetitive schlock that is fun but nothing groundbreaking.
EA Sports College Football 25 was certainly worth the wait. It’s the most fun I’ve had in a football game in years and has a distinct feel that makes it more than just Madden with collegiate players and teams.
Darkest Dungeon II is just as fun on PlayStation 5 as it was on PC. If you waited for the console release, then you’re in for a highly polished roguelike that encourages experimentation and learning from your own failures.
A wonderfully fresh combination of genres that probably shouldn’t mesh as well as it ultimately does, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a unique and thrilling game that shows just how creative Capcom can still be.
Some fresh ideas, such as the Daruma doll system, help make it a worthwhile time for any fans of Metroidvanias.
The new Neon White Xbox port is definitely worth checking out for those who missed the unique shooter platformer or those who want to give it another go and try to better their level times.
Trails Through Daybreak is the strong start to a new chapter that The Legend of Heroes franchise needed.
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble is yet another success in Sega’s platform party game series.
This massive expansion makes an all-time great game even better and is a must-purchase for those who have finished the original.
An extremely polished and thought-out experience, IllFonic and Teravision Games have a clear reverence for the source material that creates a great gaming experience.
F1 24 continues Codemasters’ hot streak, as it is the best game in the racing series. The on-the-track racing experience has just as much depth as the modes players navigate through beforehand, and there is a real wealth of content to dig into.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is one of the year’s best games and the best reason to boot up your Xbox Series X.
Pool Party is a good but not great party game that is a welcome addition to any family gaming night.
Along with a wonderful new graphic set that keeps the original look and art style, Braid Anniversary Edition is a lovingly crafted upgrade that is well worth picking up whether you played the original 15 years ago or not.
Demon Slayer Sweep the Board is a pleasant surprise as demon slaying and party gaming go together better than one might have guessed.
With top-notch presentation and a wonderful knack for exploration, Sand Land is a great action RPG that is worth playing.