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Platypus Reclayed is more than a remake. It’s a respectful resurrection. It doesn’t chase trends or gimmicks; it just asks whether something simple, physical, and handmade can still feel thrilling. It turns out it can. It’s an accessible yet demanding shooter or players who love precision, rhythm, and craft. The repetition is there, but so is the reward. The clay aesthetic gives it soul; the gameplay keeps it grounded.
In all, Little Nightmares 3 is a satisfying successor. It keeps the fragility, the terror, the childlike vantage point, and adds new bits to the puzzle. It doesn’t leap beyond its past, but it steps beside it. For fans, this is a welcome return. For new players, it’s a refined horror-puzzle ride that’s close enough to the familiar to welcome them in, but with room to carve its own shadow.
Yooka-Replaylee takes everything the original did and amplifies it with care, polish, and passion. It’s a game that celebrates the past without being trapped by it. Whether you’re chasing Quills, hunting Pagies, or simply vibing to the orchestra-backed nostalgia, this remake feels like a long-overdue love letter to fans — and a sign that Playtonic has truly come into its own. Yooka-Replaylee is what Yooka-Laylee was always meant to be.
Dying Light: The Beast is definitely a great game and strengthens the franchise further down the line
Time Stranger doesn’t reinvent Digimon, but it refines almost everything that makes it worth playing. The story finds its rhythm, the combat feels sharp, and the world finally looks like everything we ever wished for.
It’s easy to forget that these games were once hardware experiments. On Switch 2, that completely disappears. What’s left are two of the best-paced, best-controlled platformers ever made, finally running the way they always should have. The improved visuals, refined controls and faster performance make this the best version of both titles, even if the lack of new extras keeps it shy of perfection. This is Nintendo doing what it does best: not chasing trends, but refining what already works until it feels effortless again.
Echoes of the End is a debut that shows real promise. It doesn’t live up to all of its ambition, but it delivers enough atmosphere, puzzle design, and story beats to make the trip worthwhile. The rough edges are too frequent to ignore, yet there’s a beating heart behind this game that made me care. For players who want polished action and flawless performance, this isn’t it. But for those who appreciate atmospheric journeys, creative puzzles, and mythic storytelling, there’s something here to enjoy.
A comfort game, respectful and polished, just not remarkable.
Few games challenge the status quo as confidently as Hell is Us, and I found myself fully immersed in its vision and execution. In a time when so many games feel afraid to let players think for themselves, this one demands it. It takes bold swings in its design, its storytelling, and its philosophy, and remarkably, it lands every one of them. The satisfaction I felt solving its puzzles, discovering its secrets, and unravelling its story far surpassed what I’ve experienced in most modern games. It’s not often a perfect score is given, but Hell is Us earns it. For its brave design, for trusting the player, and for delivering one of the most memorable adventures I’ve played in years, it gets my highest recommendation.
So, to conclude, is Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar worth it? Well, after nearly 25 hours, what stands out most is how Grand Bazaar respects the roots of the series while daring to shake things up. The bazaar system adds depth and rhythm that make farming feel more purposeful, while the art style reconnects with the cozy atmosphere that first drew so many of us in. It’s not flawless, the grind can still be real, and pacing might feel slow for some, but it’s precisely the kind of farming sim I’ve been missing. If you’ve been longing for the charm of classic Harvest Moon wrapped in a modern jacket, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is worth your time. And you know you want to dive right into the seasonal madness that only Story of Seasons can bring you, trust me.
RoboCop: Rogue City – Unfinished Business doesn’t try to rewrite the rulebook. Instead, it refines everything that worked in the original and trims what didn’t. With tighter pacing, improved combat variety, a punchy narrative that honours its source material, and smart level design within a confined setting, this is a proper follow-up and a great jumping-on point for newcomers. It might be called Unfinished Business, but for Teyon, this feels like a job well done.
Shadow Labyrinth isn’t just a good Pac-Man game, it’s one of the most inventive revivals in Bandai Namco’s portfolio. It reimagines a classic without disrespecting it, fusing narrative ambition with tight, thoughtful gameplay. The story may surprise longtime fans, but it never feels forced. It’s a game that asks, what if Pac-Man had something to say, and then gives you the tools to listen and play. However, it feels like it could have been... more? Especially in a genre that's already oversaturated with top-tier indie games.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 is a great remake of two great classics. Iron Galaxy Studios managed once again to keep the core of the original gameplay and flesh out the levels even more. The only negative side of this streamlining process is the rework of the Pro Skater 4 campaign, which lost missions in its change from open world to two-minute runs.
Death Stranding 2 is a refinement of everything Kojima reached for the first time. It sharpens the tools, deepens the intimacy, and respects silence as much as spectacle. Some moments linger, not fireworks, but embers. That’s the kind of emotional perseverance that earns a perfect score in my book. If you can walk it, even for a mile at a time, this game will carry you forward. And when it ends, the world you built won’t disappear. It’ll stay with you.
If this is your first time playing Split Fiction, this is a great entry point. Everything that made the original work is intact, and the portability adds a lot if you’re planning on co-op sessions in short bursts. If you already played the game elsewhere, though, this version doesn’t bring new content or technical upgrades. It’s the same game, rebuilt to run smoothly on a smaller screen. That might be enough for a second run with someone new, but it won’t feel fresh if you’ve seen it all before.
If you long to wander a digital shrine, swing your spirit sword at the dark, and rebuild a tired world stone by stone; this pilgrimage awaits. Step forward. Let the spirit guide you.
Rematch has potential, and that might be the most accurate word to describe it. The core concept is solid, the gameplay is responsive, and there's a clear effort to foster competitive play. But as of now, it's a bit too shallow for dedicated players and a bit too chaotic for casual ones. If Sloclap can cultivate a stronger community, add more ranked options, and offer varied content, this could become something special. Until then, it's a flashy first half with a lot of work left to do in the second.
A modern love letter to 90s nostalgia.
Proves to be more than just a simple nostalgia trip. This is the RPG you need to play on your Nintendo Switch 2.
If you’re new to the game, this is absolutely the one to get. But if you’ve been here before? It depends on how much that smoother performance means to you and whether you’ve got a co-op partner who’s just as ready to throw blocks with you for hours.