Hayden Nelson's Reviews
For what is ultimately a simple management simulator, Tollway Tycoon manages to create genuinely entertaining moments through its bizarre mix of disasters and chaotic events. While I enjoyed the quirky premise and the satisfaction of building a successful tollway, the repetitive gameplay loop, basic visuals and forgettable audio hindered it from becoming something I could sink dozens of hours into.
eFootball Kick Off! surprised me in more ways than one. As someone who grew up with PES and has a genuine love for football, I came into this expecting a fun football game, but I got an accessible and enjoyable experience that really carves out its own identity. It might not offer the depth some of the biggest football simulations offer. It offers fast-paced gameplay, polished visuals, and easy-to-learn controls, making it a fantastic title to pick up on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Cheap Car Repair is one of those games that knows exactly what it wants to be and fully embraces its chaotic charm. Between the entertaining cast of characters and the freedom to perform either proper repairs or some seriously dodgy bush mechanic fixes, it had it all. The soundtrack kept me working away happily and really delivered an addictive experience. While a few controls were frustrating, and minor visual shortcomings held it back from perfection, it was still a great game. The game’s humour, personality and satisfying gameplay loop make it easy to recommend.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knights feels like the ultimate Batman fan game disguised as a LEGO title. TT Games somehow managed to capture everything that makes Batman such an iconic character, from the darker Gotham atmosphere and Arkham-inspired combat, right through to the humour, gadgets, and the ridiculous amount of fan service packed into every corner of the game. As someone who grew up obsessed with Batman, this honestly felt like stepping into a playable tribute to the Dark Knight’s entire legacy.
Forza Horizon 6 feels like a love letter to Japanese car culture, and honestly, the best Horizon games I’ve played since Horizon 3.
Overall, Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream delivers exactly what it sets out to be: a weird, charming and easygoing experience that thrives on unpredictability rather than depth. While it does not fully capitalise on features like touch controls. The presentation quirks keep it alive with the humour, personality and sheer randomness of your Mii’s, making it hard not to enjoy the game.
Darwin’s Paradox is one of those rare games that feels super confident in every aspect of what it’s trying to do, delivering a unique, polished and genuinely memorable experience from start to finish. It blends creative gameplay, a strong visual identity, and an immersive atmosphere into something that stands out in a crowded space.
Jesus Simulator is an interesting concept, turning one of the most well-known stories in history into an interactive experience, and I’ll give it some credit for trying something different. The narrative approach is respectful and easy to follow, and the inclusion of the mini-games helps break up the story. However, the game struggles to deliver on what could have been potential. Between the lifeless world design, stiff animations, poor graphical quality and lack of immersion, it becomes difficult to stay engaged.
Marathon is a high-stakes sci-fi PvPvE. From the tense, loot-driven loops on Tau Ceti IV to the unforgiving, labyrinthine decks of Cryo Archive, the game keeps you constantly on edge while rewarding careful planning, teamwork and skilful play. Every run feels unique, whether you’re pushing through security, racing over crews to vaults, or trying to make it out alive with your rare loot.
Resident Evil: Requiem is a haunting reminder of why this franchise continues to sit atop the survival horror throne. It doesn’t just rely on nostalgia or familiar names to carry it forward; it constantly evolves. By intertwining Grace Ashcroft’s vulnerable, psychologically heavy journey with Leon S. Kennedy’s battle-hardened resolve, Capcom delivers an experience that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in the series DNA.
WWE 2K26 feels like a monumental step forward for the series, offering a truly complete WWE experience that caters to every type of fan. From its expansive roster of over 400 playable characters to the revamped gameplay mechanics, modes and customisation options. Whether you’re reliving CM Punk’s career in 2K Showcase, staking your claim on The Island, managing a brand in MyGM, building unstoppable teams in MyFaction, or charting your path to glory in MyRise, WWE 2K26 delivers something for all the fans out there.
Corner Kitchen Fast Food Simulator delivers a satisfying sense of progression and captures the hectic charm of running a fast-food restaurant, especially when its systems are firing on all cylinders.
Overall, Cleaning Simulator delivers a short, functional, and occasionally satisfying tidy-up experience, but it struggles to maintain its appeal due to repetitive visuals, clunky controls, and unnecessary upgrades. While the core loop of turning mess into order provides a brief sense of reward, the lack of variety and polish makes the experience feel more copy-paste than carefully crafted.
RIDE 6 is a love letter for motorcycle enthusiasts, balancing deep simulation with accessibility in a way that appeals to both veterans and newcomers. With over 340 bikes, diverse tracks, realistic physics and extensive customisation, it delivers a sense of identity and ownership rarely seen in racing games.
EBOLA VILLAGE delivers a tense, old-school survival horror experience that prioritises atmosphere over action, and for the most part, it succeeds. While the story is light and the game could benefit from some additional visual polish, its unsettling environments, brutal combat and audio design do a great job of keeping the tension high whilst playing.
LANESPLIT delivers a focused, adrenaline-fuelled arcade experience that thrives on speed, risk, and flow. While its presentation, soundtrack, and score-chasing gameplay loop do a great job of selling the thrill of land splitting at extreme speeds, technical hiccups and a lack of depth in bike detail and audio balance hold it back from reaching its full potential.
Disco Simulator delivers a fun and approachable take on nightclub management, offering satisfying progression, meaningful upgrade paths, and a clear sense of growth as your club evolves. While its tycoon foundations are solid and the cartoon visuals suit the theme well, shortcomings in audio variety and console optimisation hold it back from reaching its full potential. Overall, it’s an enjoyable experience for fans of management sims, especially on PC, but it does show some rough edges that stop it from truly standing out in the genre.
Grave Stakes is built on a genuinely compelling concept, blending social pressure, dark humour and high-stakes multiplayer into an experience that can be tense, chaotic and occasionally brilliant. Its game-show premise, risk-versus-reward system, and unpredictable player-driven moments create excitement.
Ancient Farm offers a solid foundation for a hands-on farming simulation set in ancient Egypt, with satisfying progression loops, a variety of crops and livestock, and a charmingly styled setting. Its focus on manual farming, crafting tools, and building your settlement from scratch gives you a strong sense of accomplishment as you watch your farm slowly come to life.
In the end, Farming Simulator: Signature Edition proves that the slow, deliberate rhythm of farm life translates exceptionally well to the Nintendo Switch 2. It does not reinvent the plough, but it does not need to. Instead, it delivers a confident, well-rounded farming experience that respects the series’ roots while embracing the flexibility of portable play.