Josh Broadwell
Psychonauts 2 is a brilliant, thoughtful sequel and one of the most creative experiences of the last generation.
Garden Story reaches for the sun with its bold stalks, but a shallow root system robs it of the stamina needed to fulfill its lofty dreams.
Despite a few pacing issues, The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles takes the series to new heights with its splendid characters, storytelling, and setting.
Skyward Sword HD on Switch still suffers from backtracking and gimmicks, but its clever dungeons and engaging narrative make it one of the best games in the series.
Disgaea 6 isn't a massive change for the long-running series, but the substantial improvements it brings means it doesn't have to be either.
Scarlet Nexus is slick, stylish, smartly executed, and just all-around cool.
Intergrade's Episode Yuffie may be short, but it's a significant step up in Remake's storytelling and renews my faith in the remaining chapters.
Biomutant doesn't deliver on some of its more interesting promises, but its earnest, bizarre world is still a joy to get lost in.
Shin Megami Tensei 3 remaster might show its age in some places, but its narrative excellence remains unaltered.
New Pokemon Snap delights at every turn, offsetting a grindy mid-game with a parade of charming Pokemon in this cozy on-rails photo adventure.
Atelier Firis DX is a unique Atelier game in its structure that holds its own, even where later games improve on what it started.