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Hypercharge: Unboxed is a joyful, colourful, and creative shooter that knows exactly what it is, and absolutely nails the execution. It’s not a groundbreaking reinvention of the genre, but it never needed to be, especially with its refreshing break from realism that offers a colourful and chaotic celebration of childhood imagination and toybox warfare. I loved it. With its polished and strategic gameplay, rewarding design, and bucketloads of childhood charm, it’s an easy recommendation – especially now that PlayStation players can finally get in on the fun too.
Little Kitty, Big City may be small in scope, but it delivers big on fun, creativity, and of course, feline chaos. With charming visuals, silly side quests, and a lovable protagonist, it’s a delightful game to enjoy solo or with younger players – just be prepared for a few finicky jumps along the way.
Deliver At All Costs delivers high-energy fun, memorable missions, and a wonderfully destructive playground to mess around in. Its playful tone and creative use of physics make it stand out, especially for players nostalgic for the over-the-top style of early 2000s games, whilst its constant surge of wacky scenarios ensures that it’ll always keep players giggling as they complete each delivery job. It’s far from perfect, with uneven storytelling, some repetition, and a few rough edges with the cinematic presentation holding it back from true greatness. But if you’re looking for something light-hearted, creatively unhinged, and packed with personality, Deliver At All Costs is well worth your time.
Despite some dated elements, Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is a faithful and thoughtfully enhanced return to a PS2-era classic. It may not win over everyone, but for fans of the original – or newcomers curious about a piece of the series’ history ahead of the upcoming release of its newest entry – it’s a compelling and enjoyable action-adventure that stands up better than expected.
Blades of Fire may not revolutionize the genre, but it brings enough quality, originality and heart to stand out in a crowded field. Its approach to crafting is genuinely engaging, its world is refreshing to explore, and the relationship between its two leads adds emotional depth to tale. Combat isn’t flawless, but when it clicks, it’s rewarding, tense, and complements the satisfying weapon crafting mechanics.
DOOM: The Dark Ages is a confident evolution of the modern DOOM formula that’s an absolute blast to play. By giving the Slayer new tools, new space to think, a fresh style of combat, and an absorbing narrative that’ll completely hook players in, id Software has delivered a game that feels both familiar and completely different at the same time. It slows things down enough to add a deeper element of strategy and planning to the experience, all without losing the intensity, chaos, and sense of ultra-violence that made the series so damn unforgettable to begin. And sure, the pacing might not be for everyone and the difficulty can be a bit too forgiving at times, but when you’re in the thick of battle with demons – strategizing, dodging, slashing, and smashing – it really is as electrifyingly brutal as DOOM has ever been.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 may lack the star power other collections, but it more than makes up for it with quality, rarity, and historical value. This is a collection made for fans – especially those who lived through the Dreamcast era – and it brings back several games that were once locked away on aging hardware. The Power Stone titles alone make this worth the price of admission, and the strong online performance makes them feel more alive than ever. I can’t wait to dominate other players online, and honestly, being able to re-visit it in multiplayer so many years after the Dreamcast days is a real treat. And sure, it’s not without its quirks, but this second Capcom Fighting Collection is undoubtedly a love letter to a fascinating chapter in fighting game history, and one that all fans of the fighting genre are sure to enjoy.
Silly, smart, and satisfying… Revenge of the Savage Planet is simply one of the most joyfully weird games you’ll play this year. It doesn’t rely solely on its humour to carry the experience, nor does it bog itself down with overly complex systems – what it offers instead is a focused, funny, and delightfully well-paced journey that rewards curiosity and experimentation, whether that’s when playing alone or with a friend. If you’re looking for a game that blends tight Metroidvania progression with vibrant worlds, a light-hearted tone, and plenty of reasons to just poke around and see what happens, Revenge of the Savage Planet is absolutely worth your time.
The Precinct may not reinvent the sandbox genre, but it knows exactly what it wants to be with its rewarding crime-fighting gameplay loop. Its tight focus, dynamic encounters, and retro-cop-movie aesthetic make it a refreshing alternative to bloated open-world behemoths, and whilst it has its flaws, the thrill of unpredictability and the sheer fun of policing a chaotic city from the streets or skies ensure that it always makes for a memorable ride.
Moroi is a unique experience wrapped in surreal imagery, but it often struggles to tie those ideas together with satisfying gameplay or coherent storytelling. It’s fascinating, at times frustrating, and certainly not forgettable – but also not easy to recommend unless you’re drawn to experimental, rough-around-the-edges experiences. Violet Saint’s debut shows promise, and for fans of the weird, there’s enough here to warrant a look. Just don’t expect it to make sense – or always play that well, either.
With its soaring concept and accessible systems, Forever Skies finds success where it counts – giving players a compelling, sky-bound sandbox to explore and make their own. It stumbles in depth at times, particularly when it comes to combat, but when the skies are this open, you won’t mind flying past a few rough patches. With continued updates and refinement, Forever Skies really has the potential to grow into something special. For now, it’s a polished, focused experience that knows what it wants to be – and mostly delivers.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is not just a strong first outing for Sandfall Interactive – it’s one of the best RPGs in recent memory. It reimagines turn-based combat in exciting ways, delivers a gripping and emotionally resonant story, and wraps it all up with sublime audio-visual presentation that helps it stand out as a gorgeous, cinematic experience. Whilst some difficulty balancing and navigation issues persist, they’re minor blemishes in what is other a remarkable game that simply should not be missed by any RPG fan.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered isn’t perfect, but it doesn’t need to be – it’s a faithful revival that respects the original whilst making it far more approachable in 2025. Despite dated mechanics and persistent bugs, the heart of the game beats as strongly as ever, whilst the adventure itself will never grow old (especially with brilliant questlines such as the Dark Brotherhood, which I promise I won’t mention again). For veterans, it’s a nostalgic triumph, and for newcomers, it’s a slightly creaky but worthwhile epic that still stands strong almost twenty-years on from its original release.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle captures the spirit of the films with flair, delivering a brilliant puzzle-filled adventure that looks the part on the PlayStation 5. Whilst there are some inconsistencies within the combat, the experience as a whole is too charming, cinematic, and well-crafted to ignore, with the game capturing the authenticity of an Indiana Jones movie perfectly. If you’re an Indy fan or just in the mood for old-school thrills and clever puzzling with modern polish, this one’s worth certainly cracking the whip for.
Days Gone Remastered doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it absolutely gives this once-overlooked open-world adventure the upgrade it’s always deserved. With visual enhancements, smoother performance, and smart additions such as the Horde Assault mode, it offers the definitive way to experience Deacon St. John’s gripping adventure across Oregon. A few lingering flaws remain – from uneven audio to inconsistent AI – but none of them dull what is ultimately a rewarding and immersive ride through a beautifully broken world. And that hidden ending? Ooft, it ALWAYS made me want that sequel… maybe one day…
Post Trauma may stumble when it comes to storytelling and combat, but its eerie atmosphere, enjoyable puzzling, and old-school charm keep it compelling. For fans of classic survival horror, it’s a flawed but fascinating throwback that knows exactly what it wants to be, with its clever puzzles, unsettling world, and traditional fixed-camera presentation certainly evoking memories of some of my favourite survival horror experiences from my younger years. Add to that the low price-point and it’s definitely worth taking a look at if you’re eager for that classic survival horror buzz.
From its sharp writing and expertly crafted puzzles to its deeply atmospheric setting and heartfelt narrative, Ghost Town is more than just a supernatural detective story. It strikes a perfect balance between gameplay and storytelling, giving you agency in a world that feels lived-in, mysterious, and, of course, full of ghosts (can’t forget those). Yes, it’s a bit linear and a little short, but those end up standing out as some of its strengths – it knows exactly when to end, and it leaves just enough room for a sequel without feeling incomplete. Few virtual reality games manage to stick the landing quite this well, and Ghost Town stands tall as a memorable and meaningful experience that lingers well beyond the closing credits.
Lushfoil Photography Sim is a captivating experience that blends the joy of exploration with the depth of real photography. Its gorgeous vistas and near‑authentic camera sandbox let you disappear into the craft of picture‑taking without a care in the world, while there are enough elements of progression to keep the free‑form strolling from turning aimless. And sure, the invisible walls and sometimes fiddly controls can be a little jarring, but they don’t detract from what is otherwise a beautiful and very personal experience.
Blue Prince is an extraordinary experience – one that manages to blend strategy, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into something truly special. Its smart mechanics, clever design, and deep mysteries make it one of the best games in its genre (or perhaps in any genre), and whether you’re a long-time puzzle veteran or a curious newcomer, Blue Prince is an unbelievable experience that is worth getting lost in. It has really upped the bar for what players should expect from puzzlers and is a clear early contender for 2025’s Game of the Year.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & The Envisioned Land successfully revitalizes the long-running series while maintaining the heart and charm that fans have come to love. The shift to a vast open-world to explore, the exciting action-based combat system, and the refined alchemy mechanics don’t only help make this the most ambitious release in the series, but also a brilliant release in the RPG genre as a whole. Whilst it may be a bit easy at times, the satisfying exploration, engaging story, and rewarding crafting system more than make up for it. Whether you’re a veteran alchemist or a newcomer to the series, Atelier Yumia is simply a magical adventure that is well worth embarking on.