GamesNight's Reviews
Resident Evil Requiem is a great survival horror, whether you’ve been here since the beginning of the series or have just arrived. It does know how to cater to its audience, offering a fresh start while simultaneously not forgetting about its heritage, making it one of the few long-running franchises that figured out how to strike a rare balance.
Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale is a remarkable blend of a nostalgic homage to classic cartoons from our youth, coupled with its own unique themes and perspectives, culminating in a tale that is as thrilling as a rollercoaster, with its peaks and valleys. Despite a few minor hiccups here and there, I can say confidently that this game is well worth your time.
Reanimal is a haunting, grotesque adventure full of disturbing imagery and ambitious mechanics that really let Tarsier flex their creative freedom. However, a short runtime and abrupt ending coupled with confusing early pacing issues stop Reanimal from becoming the ghastly monsterpiece it has the potential to be.
I’m not the biggest God of War fan, but I respect and recognize the significance of this franchise to PlayStation and gaming itself. I feel that if this game came before God of War (2005), my perception, expectation, and general feel of Sons of Sparta would be better since I would get that this is a start or attempt to start a franchise. However, when a franchise is already this established, Sons of Sparta leaves a lot to be desired. The story, characters and experience pale in comparison to other entries in the franchise.
If you want a game that isn’t as time-consuming as the Witcher games, Reigns: The Witcher is a good experience. If you’re looking to rekindle your love for The Witcher, then this game is an obvious choice. It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, nor does it try to. Instead, it captures the essence of the Witcher world and successfully condenses it into a new, more accessible experience. As Geralt once said, “Time eats away at memories, distorts them. Sometimes we only remember the good. Sometimes only the bad.” So make sure you remember the good and leave the bad behind.
Demon Tides is the definitive platformer experience. It’s a love letter to the games that popularized the genre and to the players who made memories while playing them. Crafted with care and love, it excels in nearly everything it set out to do. Despite a few missteps, I can confidently say: They did it again, and Beebz proved to be not only the queen of demons, but also of the entire platformer genre.
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice is a game I would recommend to any fan of the anime. It’s the definitive experience of a My Hero Academia game if you are looking for an excuse to spend more time in Horikoshi Kohei’s heroic universe. However, as an arena fighter, it lacks many of the features that would attract lovers of the genre long-term, even with its improved gameplay and larger roster of characters.
Code Vein II offers polished combat and deep characters, but drowns its potential in a dull, repetitive open world. Despite Go Shiina’s stellar music and a strong finale, the scripted story, tired anime tropes, and recycled enemy variety make this sequel feel more like a boring chore than a breakthrough.
Avowed is a fine example of Obsidian’s wheelhouse in many forms. A refreshing setting full of unique characters combined with a modernization of familiar RPG systems creates a great fantasy adventure.
The journey of this free-to-play action-adventure RPG mirrors the rocky yet triumphant trajectory of games like Final Fantasy XIV—starting with a messy launch but eventually evolving into something worth celebrating. However, unlike FFXIV, which took years to refine itself, Wuthering Waves has undergone a dramatic transformation in a much shorter span and became something worthy of attention and a space on your hard drive.
Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven is a chunky addition to an already stuffed base management/roguelike hybrid. It knows how to appease its community with a ton of new things that justify coming back to your old save if you have been gone since its hype back in 2022. If you haven’t had a save and are into both genres, you have plenty to look forward to here.
Ravenswatch is a good roguelike successfully standing out amongst the many others, offering an enthralling take on familiar characters thrust into the unknown. If you’re looking for your next roguelike fix, Ravenswatch serves up great combat, an interesting premise, and entrancing music. However, it may leave you wanting more due to its difficulty balancing and untapped story potential.
Constance isn’t just another Metroidvania released this year; it’s the Metroidvania of the year. It’s a game made with love, purpose, and heart. It’s a game that made me forget about the review and dive into its world, unable to tear myself away from the screen. In the end, I thank the developers for delivering my game of the year on their first attempt.
Dispatch is a decent choice-based game for fans of the superhero genre and others when it comes to its story. Basic as it may be, the true standout comes in its well-portrayed protagonist and unique gameplay mechanics that make it a standout when put side by side next to its genre contemporaries.
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion is surely recommended to fans of the genre and those who want a fun-stuffed retro experience. It’s simple, nostalgic, and offers hours upon hours of replayability, without asking for much commitment.
Skate Story is an excellent game that blends exciting gameplay, storytelling, and world-building. Although it can be rough around the edges, the highs are very high, and the lows can easily be remedied with a post-launch update. For a debut title, I can’t wait for Sam Eng’s next game, and I’ll definitely be keeping a close eye on it.
Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 are fantastic titles and some of the best Nintendo has ever created. But when it comes to these changes and the price point, does it warrant a playthrough? Only if you are new to the titles or are a diehard Mario fan; otherwise, these changes aren’t enough to justify jumping back into this galaxy spanning adventure.
LEGO Party! is a casual game you can pick up anytime and requires little skill; although some minigames are a bit harder to learn than others. The multiplayer experience is really where this game is maximized to its full potential. Quirky dialogue and that ’90s game show feel fit the game perfectly.
PowerWash Simulator 2 is a more-of-the-same fun title that doesn’t really do much if you are a returning player expecting more from a sequel. It is still a perfect choice for new players who haven’t experienced the first title or those who are simply here looking for more virtual labor to wash away all their woes.
Forestrike is the latest addition to Devolver Digital’s impressive catalog in 2025. Its creative twist on the Roguelite genre makes it stand out from other games. It’s a game where you have control over everything, and luck doesn’t come into play. It’s a game where you have to use your brain before your brawn, with a splendid cast of characters. While it has some issues, they pale in comparison to the amazing blueprint that is Forestrike.