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Changes to the core systems, meanwhile, take two steps forward and one step back. The game's long list of improvements is paired with the return for grinding for grinding's sake. Check back later this week for our final impressions.
Dragon Quest XI is a hallmark of excellence for the genre, and while some may be put off by its adherence to classic tropes, it features a modern twist on combat, narrative elements, and character customization. It's a hefty slice of throwback goodness without too much of the baggage that can come with old-school games.
Racing around a track in F1 2018 is fundamentally enthralling, even if you don't closely follow the sport.
Battle for Azeroth is off to a weak start. The new zones are beautiful, to be sure, but the climatic introduction cinematic and quests lead into a whole lot of cliché and not a lot of action. If the War has come back to Warcraft, well …I've not seen it.
God of War is a true blockbuster sure to impress long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Whether a fan of Spider-Man himself, the open-world genre, or action games in general, Marvel's Spider-Man is an excellent example of each.
Madden NFL 19 fumbles the story, but remains an excellent football sim.
Despite its updates, No Man's Sky remains the same experience that it was at launch — just a better-realized version of it. The first five planets of your No Man's Sky experience will be glorious. The rest may leave you wanting more.
Far Cry 5 never decides what game it wants to be.
Assassin's Creed Odyssey features a rich, lush world lessened by its repetitive activities. Though the main story is compelling, completing it requires you to participate in a massive amount of level grinding through less-than-stellar side quests. There's plenty to do in this world, but a lot of it feels like busy work that fights to stay exciting or compelling.
'Detroit: Become Human' is the best adventure game from Quantic Dream yet
Destiny 2: Warmind is a step up from its last expansion, but still suffers feels repetitive.
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a solid, if occasionally frustrating platformer.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider makes a predictable journey into darkness, but it's still brutal fun.
Though it's fun with a friend, A Way Out struggles with clunky set-pieces and story clichés.
Despite some missteps, MLB The Show 18 remains the best baseball game on the market.
'Sea of Thieves' feels a little thin, but its unique foundation has captured our imagination.
Teamwork doesn't quite make the dream work in 'Kirby Star Allies.
Scribblenauts Showdown is fun party game that's uncharacteristically smart.
"Metal Gear Survive" adds confusing, tedious busywork - and zombies - to the franchise.