Wulverblade offers a decent amount of tactical play that is equal parts rewarding and refreshing
It's a mesmerizing action-adventure game with a surprisingly deep story drenched in themes of friendship and sacrifice
It may be short but it's a fantastic interactive novella that will have its hooks in you from the start
It didn't take much to fall back in love with Paradise's care-free attitude, an open invitation to embrace my inner speed demon
Little Nightmares is a perfect example of doing lots with so little.
The Banner Saga 2 is a mesmerizing and beautiful turn-based RPG with a deep and layered combat system while also delivering a strong narrative jammed with plenty of tough player decisions.
Figment is a beautifully made puzzle-adventure action game that sits among the finest indie games on Switch.
Overcooked 2 takes everything you know and love about the first game and kicks it up a notch to make a more satisfying and plentiful sequel.
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Despite later LEGO games being more polished and streamlined, LEGO Harry Potter holds up surprisingly well.
Even though it doesn’t always feel cohesive, it’s certainly worth playing, especially if you’re a fan of roguelikes —just know that your mileage may vary in the enjoyment department.
Aftercharge’s unique concept makes it worth checking out. The 3-v-3 setup manages to pack a lot of fun in small doses while also keeping the scales balanced on both sides. Aftercharge forces players to use their heads over their trigger finger and it’s here where the game really begins to shine.
Don’t let the simple aesthetic fool you, OlliOlli and its sequel are damn near flawless skateboarding games that hold up incredibly well in 2019.
If you’ve been burned by console strategy games in the past, Stellaris: Console Edition will wipe away all of your fears. It’s both innovative and ambitious as a 4X, while also, at the same time, raises the bar for what’s possible with the genre on consoles.
Zen Studios has created a beautiful dungeon crawling RPG that not only will please the diehard blobber fan but also newcomers thanks to clever modern sensibilities. While the tile-based movement isn’t perfect, don’t let that hold you back from experiencing everything else Operencia: The Stolen Sun has to offer. You won’t regret it.
Even if you’re not big on card games, SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech is another home run for Image & Form and a definite must-buy on Nintendo Switch.
Darkwood is a challenging and rewarding horror game that will test even the hardcore survival horror buff. The gameplay loop of finding new and better resources by day and fending off horrifying creatures by night is surprisingly addictive.
Layers of Fear 2 is bigger, more ambitious, and scarier than its predecessor, but it can feel a bit familiar at times too.
As a Grandia fan, it’s been an absolute joy replaying these classic games on Switch.
MXGP 2019 has the makings of a great motocross game but it comes up short in a few key areas.