God is a Geek

Madden NFL 25 looks gorgeous, has great attention to detail, and a game-changing physics engine, which takes the series to the next level.

Dustborn tells a story about spreading misinformation and the power of words, with some great ideas despite some frustration.

Hands down, one of this year's best action games - Black Myth: Wukong is a flurry of sublime combat and expert boss design.

By modern standards Phantom Spark may even be considered a little barebones, but it's also a relaxing, chilled out experience.

House of Golf 2 is a fun party game to play with friends, even if at times it will have you ripping your hair out with some tough courses.

Dark and Deep has some good ideas and some of the environments are well-designed, but movement feels clunky at times.

Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery is exactly what it needs to be, and a great option for anyone looking for a different kind of cozy puzzle game.

The Garden Path is a chilled out slice-of-life sim that requires patience, but if you're willing to give it that, there's fun to be had.

The Crush House gives you your very own reality TV show to produce and film, full of drama, naughtiness and a whole lot of butts.

Dungeons and Degenerate Gamblers is a lovely Blackjack deck builder that's easy to learn, with plenty of unique ways to hit twenty one.

Deathbound feels like an early access game at times, with ponderous, imprecise combat and a world that simply struggles to find its way.

Eden Genesis is a game for the hardcore gamer, and requires a total mastery of its systems and mechanics to get the most out of it.

Cat Quest 3 is a near purrfect action RPG, with engaging combat, a gorgeous world to explore and loads of side quests to dive into.

One Btn Bosses is one of the best games I've played this year, and the fact it has managed this with only one button is remarkable.

A solid, if slightly formulaic, thriller, then Nobody Wants to Die manages to do little new and yet feel different to most other games on the market right now.

Volgarr the Viking II is a seriously retro and seriously difficult game, that just doesn't prepare the player enough for its punishment.

Despite some uneven design, Bleak Faith: Forsaken is an enjoyable, atmospheric adventure through a decaying world.

Creatures of Ava comes highly recommended for anyone who wants a low-stress game filled with hope and colour and loads of belly rubs.

Natsu-mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a charming rural romp full of bug catching and recycling, perfect for a stress free evening.

CYGNI: All Guns Blazing is an assault on the senses in the best way possible, with thrilling combat and some gorgeous visuals.