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Bringing the best of past Sonic games into the modern gaming world with familiar yet fresh and striking levels.
A heartfelt, spellbinding co op masterpiece that needs to be in your library
Overall, Badminton Time! is a nice entry into the VR sports genre. While it stumbles slightly when it comes to fluid movement and realistic racket control, it more than makes up for it with charm, variety, and a clear passion for multiplayer fun. It's a game that's best enjoyed with friends, especially in arcade or mini-game modes, where the focus shifts from technical precision to shared laughter and unpredictable antics. If you are playing solo, you can still have a good time, thanks to the wealth of content and practice options, but those looking for a more immersive, simulation-level experience may find themselves grappling with the game's control limitations. Still, if you're in the market for a social VR experience that combines physical activity, arcade fun, and goofy charm, Badminton Time! is a smashing good time.
The Phoenix Gene is a wildly ambitious VR title that aims high, and while it doesn't always execute smoothly, it's packed with heart, innovation, and style. Its narrative offers both large-scale sci-fi stakes and intimate emotional beats, and its gameplay, when working well, is a thrilling exercise in multitasking and reflex. For fans of narrative shooters, dystopian teen fiction, or experimental VR design, The Phoenix Gene is worth stepping into, just be ready for a bit of turbulence on your way through the multiverse.
A family friendly VR adventure that is fun while it lasts but ultimately leaves you wanting more.
Gore Doctor offers a compact horror experience with flashes of effective atmosphere and a premise that could have gone further. Its strongest feature is its environmental design, which succeeds in creating tension and curiosity as you explore the grim institute. However, weak combat, inconsistent writing, and a lack of polish prevent it from reaching its full potential. For players who enjoy short, gritty horror games with a hint of narrative intrigue and are willing to overlook technical roughness, Gore Doctor may be worth exploring, ideally at a discount.
A frontier fairy tale fans of Stawdew Valley are bound to enjoy.
A time hopping cyberpunk adventure that beings some fun twists to the point-and-click formula.
A solid remaster of Capcom's cult classic.
A true JDM lovers heaven, even a few noticeable bugs couldn't stop me having a blast with JDM. With even more content and improvement, these guys will be unstoppable!
Deliver At All Costs is a strange, scrappy, and ultimately lovable game. It may not have the polish of other titles, but its creativity more than makes up for its technical missteps. From the clever use of retro mechanics to the joyful absurdity of its missions, it's a game that got its niche down pat. For players willing to meet it halfway, it offers a wild and rewarding ride that's hard to forget. It may not deliver perfection, but it absolutely delivers fun.
AFL 26 is a commendable iteration that refines its predecessors' foundation while introducing meaningful improvements. The enhanced marking system, deeper tactical options and more challenging goalkicking contribute to a more engaging experience, despite the persistence of some long-standing issues. While the PlayStation 5 version is fast for load times and performance, it doesn't represent a groundbreaking leap forward for next-gen hardware. Nevertheless, AFL 26 is a significant step in the right direction for Australian Rules Football gaming and fans of the sport will undoubtedly appreciate the considerable effort put into this title.
Rebuild the world, one road at a time, no matter the odds!
I first went into Elden Ring: Nightreign during the PS5 network test some months ago, and my expectations weren't overly high. After that network text, I was left somewhat optimistic. All the FromSoft magic was there, excellent, minimalistic writing, fantastic audio, and crushing enemies. All of this has continued into the final game.
F1 25 has built on last year's entry into the franchise and brought some genuine updates, both to the visuals and to the various modes in the game. I appreciate the changes made to My Team mode as a fan of both the sport and management games in general; and even though I'm overall somewhat lukewarm to Braking Point as a feature, I appreciate what Codemasters are trying to do with it.
I'm always keen to dive into an RPG and open RPG's provide a satisfying level of freedom but if the story telling isn't there then interest can fade quickly. Tainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalon doesn't just hold that interest… it keeps piquing it. When you build your world upon an established legend it can be tempting to let the existing elements do all the heavy lifting… here that legend is simply the starting point and helps colour the world, but the new Lore is what really brings it to life! If you are a fan of the Arthurian legend you might well enjoy this furthering of the stories. If you enjoy open world RPG games… then definitely grab a copy!
A beautiful, bittersweet adventure that's best played in VR.
I was quite taken in by the story of Blades Of Fire, which is a good start, but I was further drawn in by the intriguing and fun forging mechanic. Building my own weapon and being able to add my own little touches to it really helped invest me in combat in a way I never thought of before. If you like action-adventure weapon play with a touch of magic and a lot of monster slaying, I'd say grab a copy-it's a lot of fun!
A beautifully crafted stealth Metroidvania offering rewarding exploration and engaging mechanics, though some players may find the stealth elements require patience.
Some people enjoy the hard slog of grinding away at combat to progress others like to have a bit of challenge but ultimately be able to progress without feeling like they are just locked in a combat Groundhog day. If you enjoy the tough grind then Empyreal may well be right up your alley. If you believe that the easy setting on a game should mean just that and not seemingly be completely ignored when the game starts perhaps give it a miss.