Jordan Andow's Reviews
God of War: Sons of Sparta is a very good video game, with strong visuals, excellent music, and simple yet effective gameplay driving an ultimately interesting story. However, as a God of War title, it is held back from true greatness by early pacing issues and a presentation style that feels somewhat tone-deaf to the rest of the series.
For dedicated stealth fans, there is still enjoyment to be found. But as it stands, Styx: Blades of Greed feels like a good game that needed more time in the oven, one that falls short of greatness because of problems that distract from what it does well.
Ultimately, the game’s few technical issues are completely overshadowed by Reanimals' excellence across world design, environmental storytelling, and set-piece moments, not to mention its eerie use of audio, especially via headphones.
If you love bikes the same way that the team at Milestone does, then Ride 6 may feel like a dream, and there is an enjoyable game here; I just wish it had more in-depth content to keep me ripping down the tarmac for months to come.
There is definitely fun to be had in Highguard, especially with a group of friends, but as it stands, I wouldn’t bet on it becoming the new Apex of the genre because it’s nowhere near that level.
If you haven’t played Nioh before but you enjoy soulslikes and character action games, then this is definitely a game you need to try. Its focus on player choice in approach, combined with more cinematic storytelling than its competition have made it my favourite game in the genre so far.
I highly recommend embarking on this lighthearted and cheerful adventure, as many of them await you in Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. Whether you’re a new or returning player, this is a truly great remake of a beloved JRPG that will stand the test of time for many years to come.
Cairn reaches not only the peak of its genre but the peak of gaming itself. Built on top of the foundation of climbing is one of the most beautiful, transformative experiences I’ve ever had in life, not just gaming.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is everything you could wish for from an action RPG, with a heavy focus on systems that lean in to support the way you want to play. Not only is Kingdom Come: Deliverance II a brilliant sequel, but it's a genre-defining game that pushes an otherwise stagnant genre forward for the first time in a decade.
At the core, Dispatch tells a tale of humanity, togetherness, and teamwork. It does so with immense quality across the board. From beginning to end, right down to a satisfying conclusion that both leaves space for expansion of these characters and the universe, but also works fantastically as a one-off narrative adventure.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 is what we have come to expect from the franchise for better and worse. It just doesn't do enough to set itself apart and recommend at full price, unless you specifically want the game for zombie mode.
In almost every aspect The Outer Worlds 2 is an improvement over its predecessor. However, been the rather bland and dare I say boring main quest, combined with the fact this game offers very little new to the genre by way of mechanics. It would be hard to say that The Outer Worlds 2 is anything more than a good, yet uninspired RPG. One that is harder to recommend given the stiff competition in the RPG genre and sub-genres here in 2025.
ARC Raiders has taken the world by storm, redifining what an extraction shooter is with a brilliant blend of PvP and PvE gameplay. It's risk vs reward loop won't be for everyone but for those it captures, it sets a new standard for extraction shooters. We'd still love the option of a PvE only mode!
Football Manager 26 represents the biggest change for the franchise in two decades, with improved tactical options and the best match engine in series history. FM26 is still a strong offering, although some missing features combined with the need to learn a whole new UI might be too much of a challenge for series veterans.
Battlefield 6 is a true return to form for this beloved franchise, with improved gameplay, a substancial multiplayer offering and a fantastic (albeit short) single-player campaign. This game will be looked back on as a classic in the same way we look back on Battlefield 3 & 4 today.
Baby Steps is a game that I got so much more enjoyment from than I ever expected. It will live long in my memory for being the funniest game I’ve ever played. Although I recognise that it won’t be to everybody’s taste, I believe it sets a new bar for comedy in video games and for that reason alone is worth checking out.
EA SPORTS FC 26 provides, without doubt, the best and most authentic gameplay experience in franchise history, even though it's not quite perfect. The improvements and revamps across many modes offer refreshing play options that enhance replayability more than ever before. It's just a shame that Player Career Mode didn't receive the same level of care and attention. Ultimately, EA FC 26 is an easy recommendation and has given me the best experience I've had with the franchise in over a decade.
I’ve been burned by Madden before. Year after year, EA promises innovation, and year after year, I end up watching my offensive line forget how physics works while my quarterback moonwalks into a sack. So, when Madden NFL 26 dropped with early access and a laundry list of “game-changing” features, I approached it like a cornerback on a double move—hesitant, skeptical, and ready to get beat. Turns out, this year’s entry actually delivers.
Cronos: The New Dawn is a superb new IP from Bloober Team, taking inspiration from survival horror greats such as Dead Space and Resident Evil. With an eerie atmosphere throughout and excellent art direction helping to provide top-class environmental storytelling, all while being supported by weighty, impactful combat, Cronos: The New Dawn proves that the space of sci-fi survival horror isn't dead yet.
Konami has pulled off a miracle here with Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, by staying completely true to the original but adding in modern controls, a new camera angle and overhauled visuals. They have been able to breath new life into this classic stealth-action game, making me feel like I was experiencing it all for the first time again. Ultimately standing on the strength of the original and modernising it to provide the best stealth action game you can play in 2025.