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Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival puts us in the shoes of Aidan, a biker with a troubled past who accidentally solves one of the Configuration cubes alongside his girlfriend. Melee is a big part of the game’s combat, and although it is a simple system, it feels really satisfying to dismember foes with the improvised weaponry you find lying around, giving combat a real "low and dirty" feeling. The game also doesn't pull any punches when it comes to body horror, constantly hitting the player with some grotesque sights. Even though it's rough around the edges, Hellraiser: Revival manages to entertain for its 8-hour runtime.
EA SPORTS FC 27 is at its best when it stops treating football as just a competition and starts treating it as a culture. The Grounds is the clearest example of that, bringing together casual Kickabouts, competitive football, club building, mentorship, and different football traditions into one shared space. Combined with a more responsive gameplay system and deeper progression across the major modes, FC 27 feels like a substantial step forward for the series.
The longest Gears of War Campaign succeeds in entertaining gameplay, intriguing open world chapters with side objectives, and plenty of content to enjoy. The Campaign embraces co-op like no other game does these days and you could argue it's one of the best games that we have witnessed in the series. E-Day understands that Gears of War has always been about more than shooting monsters. It is about the people standing beside you while you do it. Whether that person is sitting beside you on the couch in split screen, joining you online from across the country, or simply standing beside Marcus as an AI companion, E-Day constantly comes back to the idea that surviving this world is easier when you never fight alone.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is massive, confident, and slightly indulgent, but it gets the important things right. Even though I wish it respected your time a bit more, the tactics are the series at its best, and I'd recommend it without hesitation to anyone who loved Three Houses.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush does a good job of taking something familiar and making it feel bigger without losing what made it fun in the first place. Whether you want to compete, collect cars, explore the islands, build ridiculous tracks or simply drive around looking for the next jump, there is plenty of room to play the game however you want.
The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival is an okay game that has the foundation of something that could have been made so much better.
I found Akatori to be a middle of the road action platformer game and a lacking Metroidvania leaning heavily into a more Metroidvania-lite. Depending on what you are looking for from Akatori you may find that your enjoyment may also vary.
I can't say with full confidence that this year's game is a major leap forward. While there are some visual updates and physics tweaks compared to NASCAR 2025, the core gameplay unfortunately feels largely the same. If this is your first NASCAR game, you will love it; it's everything you could ask for as an introduction. But if you already own the 2025 version, this feels like an update slapped with a new year and a fresh coat of paint. While everyone is entitled to their own opinion, I just don't feel they made a big enough leap to warrant buying an entirely new game. It's unfortunate because iRacing Studios is genuinely one of the best simulation developers out there when it comes to physics and gameplay. Their talent is present here, but it doesn't feel like they are operating at 100% yet. I believe they can and will do a lot more with the franchise in the future. Right now, it just suffers from the growing pains that plague most yearly sports releases.
Control Resonant is another masterpiece from Remedy because it's a sequel that isn’t afraid of taking creative risks but, more importantly, succeeds in all of those ambitions. This is what a passion for video games and art looks like!
Marvel's Wolverine is the kind of game that's easy to recommend but hard to rave about, and that’s okay. If you want a focused, brutal superhero story and prefer a tight campaign to a sprawling map, this is it.
Lost & Found: A This Bed We Made Story is exactly what a good standalone spin off should be. It takes a familiar character, puts her somewhere new, gives her a mystery worth investigating, and focuses on the elements players enjoyed most about the original. The Orpheus is an excellent setting, the snooping remains incredibly satisfying, and the smaller story allows the game to stay personal from beginning to end.
Lootbound takes the familiar roguelite formula and gives it a surprisingly addictive twist through its grid based inventory and item aura systems. The result is a game where loot is more than just bigger numbers and every piece of equipment can become an important part of your overall strategy. Its companion system, risk based encounters and customizable Guardians add even more variety, while the D&D inspired randomness makes every run feel unpredictable. There are moments where the number of systems can feel overwhelming, and the randomness will occasionally make you want to throw your dice across the room, but those frustrations are outweighed by how satisfying it feels when everything comes together. Lootbound is clever, addictive and packed with enough build crafting depth to keep you coming back for another run. It may not reinvent the genre, but it knows exactly how to make its version of it incredibly fun.
With a new broadcast package and the most authentic atmosphere the series has to offer, EA Sports NHL 27 feels much of the same. There are minor gameplay enhancements that make the game a little more enjoyable. For the price, we'd suggest waiting for a sale down the road.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is a bold pivot for the series that successfully trades its signature rat swarms and grim stealth for a dynamic, parry-focused action experience. Sophia's origin story delivers a refreshing adventure that feels both new and deeply connected to the lore of the franchise.
Developed as a PoE-like, DreamEcho is an ARPG that places heavy emphasis on gear and broken synergies, tasking the player with creating a broken build to take on an endless dream world. The game's combat leaves much to be desired, as well as its automated translation, which makes creating builds difficult. While thematically brilliant, DreamEcho simply fails to engage on multiple fronts.
Mistfall Hunter has plenty of fast-paced action to keep you occupied. Enemies attacking you from every angle keeps you on your toes. It’s a PvP environment and you cannot avoid it. It’s a nice game but only if you like multiplayer.
Arc System Works has made a tag team fighter whose best ideas sit in its unique structure rather than its roster. Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls asks a lot of your memory and time, but the payoff is worth it in the end.
Halo: Campaign Evolved is the modern version of Combat Evolved we all have been waiting for. Put the issues aside, it's a great remake that enhances the experience while not changing what made Halo so great to begin with.
Splatoon Raiders drops the competitive scaffolding, keeps the ink, and loses less than you would expect. What is built on top is a good action RPG and the most fun I have had with Splatoon in years.
D-topia is a beautifully crafted puzzle adventure that combines clever environmental puzzles with heartfelt storytelling and thought-provoking themes. Its gentle pacing and relaxing atmosphere won't satisfy players looking for constant excitement, but those willing to immerse themselves in its carefully constructed world will discover an emotionally rewarding journey that explores the meaning of happiness with surprising depth.