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A colourful kid friendly adventure with plenty of laughs and heart.
In the end, these releases are not just remasters but definitive editions that highlight how timeless Mario's cosmic adventures truly are. They remind us that great game design transcends hardware generations and they prove that even nearly two decades later, few platformers can match the creativity, polish and sheer joy of Super Mario Galaxy. For longtime fans, this is the ultimate way to revisit two masterpieces and for newcomers, it is the perfect entry point into one of the most imaginative chapters in Mario's history.
Bye Sweet Carole is a daring but not perfect game. It tries to replicate the tones and aesthetics of classic animated films but can't reach to the high standard made by them neither technically nor narratively.
A subversive, existential shooter for lovers of games as art and art house movies.
Yooka-Re-Playlee is everything the 2017 version wanted to be and more. It's smoother, funnier, more focused, and bursting with personality. For kids and parents alike, it's an ideal family game. It's approachable, colorful, and loaded with secrets to uncover together. Longtime fans of Banjo-Kazooie and Donkey Kong Country will appreciate how much Playtonic has learned from its past, while newcomers will find a cheerful, imaginative adventure that celebrates the joy of classic platforming in a modern package. With its generous content, refined gameplay, and heartwarming humor, Yooka-Re-Playlee doesn't just replay history…it rewrites it. This is the definitive version of Yooka and Laylee's debut and a perfect holiday pick-up for families and fans of feel-good adventure alike.
New developer Supermassive mostly plays it safe adding some subtle yet effective twists to the spinetingling platforming series.
Battlefield 6 is a perfect example of why I'm not the biggest fan of review scores as a concept. A middling at best campaign and some of the most fun multiplayer I've played in years make coming up with a suitable score challenging.
I really enjoyed Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. As far as Souls-likes go, it's nothing especially revolutionary, and it was a tad on the easy side for this sort of thing (Maybe I've finally gotten gud?), but I had a great time with it.
Asfalia: The Cranky Volcano succeeds in what it sets out to do, which is to provide children with a gentle, humorous, and engaging adventure about emotions. Its bright visuals, energetic voice acting, and funny cast of characters make it appealing for kids, and its themes of empathy and emotional understanding give it some real value for parents. At the same time, its VERY short runtime, overly simplistic design, abrupt ending, and occasionally clunky controls make it harder to recommend at full price, even if that full price is just $10. For families looking for something to play together, or for children eager for an interactive storybook experience, it's an easy recommendation.
While it doesn't reinvent the wheel, Dying Light: The Beast is a return to form while it makes up for anything it may lack with the glorious return of Kyle Crane.
Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is a lighthearted, accessible dungeon crawler meant for families and longtime Nick fans who want a colorful nostalgia trip. For kids, it's an exciting crossover packed with humor, fantasy, and familiar characters. For adults, it's a fun, but shallow experience best enjoyed with friends on the couch. Weaknesses like repetitive environments, simplistic mechanics, and limited progression systems are noticeable, yet when judged as a family-friendly romp, it succeeds where it matters most which is bringing beloved Nicktoons together in a way that celebrates their personalities while giving players an easygoing adventure. If you're a parent looking for a cooperative game to play with your kids, or a millennial eager for a nostalgia-fueled night with friends, rolling the dice on Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is worth the throw. Just don't expect it to be more than a light, breezy quest.
As an entry point into a long running and interconnected series, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is an excellent game. Beyond just being a gateway into a larger whole, it is also a JRPG done right. A cast of charming characters anchored by two leads who you want to spend as much time with as possible, a twisty narrative and a combat system that is easy to pick up yet reveals plenty of depth, all the components here shine. With news that the sequel is also receiving the remake treatment, there has never been a better time to dive into the Trails series.
I'm pretty franchise agnostic with karting… I'm not fussed about who the characters are as long as it's fun and I can certainly say that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is a lot of fun… even when I wasn't winning I was still enjoying the experience. The moments you pick up a power that can either help you take out the opponent in front or possibly blast past everyone ahead of you really add a lot of fun to the game. The ability to adjust many of the different aspects of the game (including the racing speed) means you can adapt it to the sort of mood you are in, or the skill level you want. The only drawback I would say is the price which does seem a bit steep… but there is a lot of fun to be had here either in solo play or in multiplayer and who doesn't like a bit of split screen racing. Either grab a copy now and get racing or wait for a sale and then grab a copy… but if you like karting games… this is pretty close to a must have!
The Order of the Snake Scale succeeds more as a curiosity than a polished product. Its awkward controls and uneven writing hold it back, but its inventive camera system, eerie worldbuilding, and old-school puzzle design make it memorable. It's a compact, strange, and distinctive adventure that wears its retro inspirations proudly while trying new things. Players looking for polished combat or hand-holding may bounce off, but for fans of survival horror oddities and puzzle-driven mysteries, Happy Rock is worth visiting. At its affordable price, it's an easy recommendation to those who want something different, even if "different" sometimes comes with rough edges.
FC 26 boosts its rosters, presentation, and a number of things already solid in FC 25. The standout is a new Authentic Gameplay mode, which soccer enthusiasts will love to explore and maximize its simulation aspects.
With Cronos: The New Dawn, Bloober Team has cemented itself as a premier developer of survival horror games. Any lingering doubts after the release of 2024's Silent Hill 2 have been laid to rest.
Silent Hill f is not the Silent Hill of old. It's creepier than it is terrifying and more strategic than it is oppressive. Its formula can feel exhausting, and its reliance on repetition means patience is required to fully appreciate it. Combat, while engaging, is occasionally clunky, and the pacing of story beats sometimes drags. Performance hiccups and melodramatic writing don't help. And yet, despite all of this, the game is strangely addictive. Its blend of resource management, strategic combat, and layered storytelling creates a loop that's hard to put down. It's gorgeous, unsettling, and deeply symbolic, with a protagonist who feels refreshingly human. For longtime fans, it may feel too different and for newcomers, it may feel overwhelming, but for those willing to meet it halfway, Silent Hill f offers one of the most unique horror experiences in years. It's not the series' greatest masterpiece, but it is the boldest step Silent Hill has taken in decades. It's a game with flaws that are hard to ignore, but also with moments of brilliance that will stay with you long after the flowers wither.
The Rise of The Golden Idol is a solid follow up to one of the best mystery games of the last few years.
DK Island & Emerald Rush doesn't reinvent the jungle, but it expands it with heart, energy and a clear love for Donkey Kong's history. DK Island is a warm, nostalgic playground, while Emerald Rush is a fast‑paced, endlessly replayable challenge that keeps you coming back for "just one more run." If you loved the base game, you will definitely enjoy the DLC!
Hotel Barcelona delivers a wild, stylish, and often thrilling experience, blending the best of SUDA51 and Swery65's chaotic sensibilities with clever mechanics, gorgeous visuals, and an audacious sense of humor. Its combat is fun, its world is memorable, and its story, though flawed at times, is engaging in all the right ways. However, the game's brevity and underused mechanics leave it feeling like it's missing a larger piece of the puzzle, hinting at the potential for something far greater. Playing through it feels like being promised a full-course steak dinner, only to get a quick salad, a bite of steak with some potatoes, and then being rushed out before dessert. The pieces are there, and what you taste is good, but the meal ends just as it starts to get satisfying. Fans of offbeat, over-the-top action-horror with a cerebral twist will find much to enjoy here, while those expecting a fully realized roguelite epic may leave wanting just a bit more. Nevertheless, for those who revel in the bizarre, the bloody, and the brilliant, Hotel Barcelona provides a uniquely satisfying experience that rewards exploration, experimentation, and repeated play, even if it occasionally teases more than it delivers.