Tyler Treese
The online improvements make Virtual Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. a must-buy for competitive players.
Not just remade, these games have been thoughtfully improved and modernized so that they are just as impactful an experience as when they originally released.
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.