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In a sea of tactical shooters, Fragpunk is the one finally willing to challenge the status quo.
WWE 2K25 could be the series' last babyface moment before a heel turn in 2026.
In its own way, Wanderstop is the perfect mission statement for a bright-eyed studio starting its path to self-discovery. It is a sincere celebration of our struggles and imperfections. They are not problems to run away from, but stones to sharpen our blades upon so we may win the next fight.
Split Fiction is hokey, muddled, and needlessly self-defeating. It’s also lively, inventive, and so earnest that it’s hard to be mad at it for long. These aren’t opposing forces that tear Hazelight’s latest apart; the clumsiness is inseparable from the delight. Both are born from the ambitious vision of artists who still believe in the magic of creativity and are willing to take big swings in its honor. Sometimes it absolutely whiffs. We all do. Fail again. Fail better. But it’s those moments where it connects, where simple ideas turn into unforgettable spectacle, that remind us why art can’t be automated. Even the most advanced machine can never dream bigger than a human with a heart.
Once it gets its claws in, it’s hard to escape Monster Hunter Wilds’ grasp. It balances high-octane spectacle with the kind of meditative RPG progression hooks that live service games dream of. It’s a successful evolution from Monster Hunter World, though one that still can’t quite find the best way to introduce new players to its intimidating world.
The beefy spinoff of last year’s Infinite Wealth is an act of cosplay. While most of the pieces that make the long-running series so beloved are there, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio trades in strong writing for pirate pastiche with mixed results. Majima’s nautical adventure is at its best when flashes of memory break through its amnesia, reminding me that there’s more to Like a Dragon than its memeable moments.
Warriors: Abyss is a shallow Hades riff that doesn't put its creative squad building hook to good use.
Avowed embraces what works best about Obsidian Entertainment's games to offer an unforgettable adventure.
Sid Meier's Civilization VII succeeds at making one of the most storied strategy game franchises still feel fresh.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is a staggering sequel that'll put you in a medieval mindset.
Citizen Sleeper 2 isn’t about living in a perfect world free from oppressive systems, nor does it posit that such a thing is possible. Its comfort is in the belief that we can carve out a home in a world that’s built to box us out. That’s accomplished through the people we keep close, the communities we build, and what we do with our bodies. These should be the things that no one can take from us.
Rift of the Necrodancer captures the true essence of music by creatively visualizing rhythm.
Sniper Elite: Resistance offers more of the same action with virtually no surprises and a dull World War 2 story. That’s perfectly fine considering that the Rebellion team is still great at the one thing they’ve dedicated their career to doing: creating tightly designed murder playgrounds for those who want to vent their real world political frustrations in the safety of a virtual shooting gallery.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins is thrilling fun so long as you don't overthink its hollow story.
Marvel Rivals is the most entertaining hero shooter since Overwatch.
Skydance's Behemoth is an adequate VR game that peaks during some stunning boss battles.
When Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is at its best, it’s a clever mix of Dishonored and Uncharted that rewards players for using their brains to get one step ahead of a fascist power grab. It does that while retaining the campy charm of Steven Spielberg’s original trilogy, even if its attempts at Hollywood spectacle can feel a little flat when compared to a medium full of adventure games that have long since beaten Indy to the finish line.
Infinity Nikki is the stylish open-world game that players have been begging for.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl crumbles under the weight of its own ambition.
Lego Horizon Adventures isn't a perfect fit, but Sony's charmer snaps together where it counts.