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Kingdom Hearts Collection [I～III] is an incredible package that brings nearly the entire saga together in one place. I would have liked to see a performance and frame rate toggle for Kingdom Hearts III, and the $75 asking price is a little steep considering how cheap this collection is on other platforms. At the end of the day, though, it’s Kingdom Hearts finally on Switch 2, and it’s hard to ask for much more.
Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion feels right at home on Nintendo Switch 2, with 60 FPS performance making the handheld experience smoother and more enjoyable than ever. However, the lack of an upgrade path or save data transfer makes the full-price port a much tougher sell for existing owners.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is one of the strongest racing games released in the past few years. While it stumbles a bit in the story due to its weak villain, it more than makes up for it with charming side characters, both new and old. From fantastic in-depth customization to the jaw-dropping visuals and music and incredibly strong gameplay, this is easily the new gold standard for Star Wars racers.
Gears of War: E-Day is a fantastic experience from beginning to end, regardless of whether you are a fan of the series or not. The storytelling is deeply compelling thanks to the great cast of characters and aptly bleak tone. The gameplay is brought together by satisfying combat and gorgeous visuals. Despite the frame drops, if this is the quality fans and newcomers can expect from Gears of War going forward, then the future of the franchise is bright.
Dynasty Warriors 3 is a cult classic that defined the Musou genre, and remastering it for the modern era was a huge risk for Koei. Change too little, and the game feels like an ancient, clunky relic; change too much, and you lose the identity that made the game foundational for the genre. The gorgeous visuals provided by Unreal Engine 5 and the refined mechanics pulled from Dynasty Warriors: Origins bring Dynasty Warriors 3 into the current generation, while the original maps, iconic outfits, and campy voice acting keep the nostalgia intact from the PS2. Excluding Origins itself, this was the most fun that I’ve had with the series, and I am so happy to see it back in all of its glory.
EA SPORTS FC 27 is a really solid sports game with numerous gameplay additions, new modes, and improvements for single-player and multiplayer-oriented gamers alike. However, the game's technical drawbacks on Switch 2 and similarities with past releases in the series will make it feel like an incremental upgrade for returning players.
While Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 does make some improvements from its predecessor, it also takes a few steps back. Player customizability and character builds take a step in the right direction, but enemy balance makes some fights feel like a struggle. The game is much more action-oriented; as an unintended consequence, it deemphasizes the atmosphere the Alien franchise is known for. Bugs and strange NPC dialogue bring Fireteam Elite 2 over the edge as a title that doesn't do much to set itself apart.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters is a game full of potential; it has some fantastic gameplay that is quickly dragged down by its charming but overstuffed story, relentless cutscenes, and unneeded custom character. If you're able to get past that, you'll find a fun arcade-like soccer game that wears its style proudly. If a future third game can work out some of the issues seen here, it could easily make for one of the best anime sports games.
Marvel's Wolverine is a frustrating mess. The narrative is ruined by poor pacing and character writing, even with the brilliant voice-over for those characters. As for the gameplay, while it is one of the best parts of the overall experience, the lifeless combat and overt handholding made for a title that was more obnoxious than fun. This is an undeniable blemish on Insomniac's time with the Marvel license and one that I have no intention of replaying anytime soon.
Qliphah in Providence's Shadow is an intriguing JRPG experience that doesn't always hit the mark with its ideas and overall quality. However, the deep combat mechanics are enticing enough to make the game a worthwhile use of one's time.
Silent Hill: Townfall is a great game, but small snags prevent it from being amazing. Atmosphere, sound design, and visual design are all done fantastically and feel right at home for the Silent Hill franchise. Gameplay moves towards a more stealth-oriented approach with great new mechanics like the CRTV. It sadly stumbles in other areas, such as a backloaded story, overwhelming enemy encounters, and being ungenerous when it comes to resources to lure enemies away. While the highs of the game are great, frustration can easily bog down the pacing.
Control Resonant is yet another brilliant work of art from Remedy Entertainment. The story more than makes up for the 7-year long wait time, thanks to both the new and returning characters, as well as the great writing and performances. Additionally, the gameplay is consistently fun due to the compelling world and thrilling combat loop. While the occasional bugs, lack of answers to certain mysteries, and often overwhelming difficulty may be frustrating, they are not enough to detract from one of Remedy's best games to date. I cannot wait to see what the developer does next.
Asdivine Knot is a decent-at-best mobile game that has potential to be a good game, as it has a decent combat system and an interesting upgrade mechanic. However, it's filled with boring characters, a barren world, and microtransactions that may have worked when it was a free game that had ads to break up the action. But as a ported release that's competing with other games to get my attention, spend your money elsewhere.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is an incredible remake that adapts the original sequel into a vibrant and refreshing game. With an improved combat system, superb English and Japanese voice acting, and a colorful and vast world, 2nd Chapter expands the scope of the original Trails in the Sky SC to captivate new and returning players.
If there’s one lesson Another Eden: Begins has taught me yet again, it’s that no matter how much a game boasts about having major industry names attached to it, that pedigree doesn’t necessarily translate into a good experience. Its story is so shallow that the most positive thing I can say is that an offline version now exists for posterity, preserving the game long after the original gacha version inevitably shuts down.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush is an open world racing game. The core racing gameplay is fun if standard, and the worlds you explore have a lot to do. While the game is fun, it's being held back by technical issues and repetitive content. Still, even with the issues I had a lot of fun, and this will definitely hold over any racing game fans looking to pass some time.
Despite its gorgeous anime-inspired presentation, Orbitals never quite manages to reach the heights it desperately aims for. There is an undeniable passion stitched throughout each piece of the game, but a lack of difficulty, lackluster narrative, and mediocre area design left me mixed on what I hoped would be a defining game of 2026. Younger players could have a great time with Orbitals, but I struggle to recommend it to anyone looking for anything more than a surface-level experience.
Puppergeist is an adorable but short game. While the story is short, it's still very cute and a fun time even if it won't stick with you after. The rhythm minigames are the star of the show and will make any fan of the genre smile. It also helps that the art and music are a delight for the eyes and ears. Even if this is a short time, I'm still glad I played it and can recommend anyone spend their afternoon with it.
Onimusha is back, and with a strong entry to make its case as one of Capcom’s best. With responsive combat and great flow between animations, it’s a great time for fans of action games. While some aspects of the original franchise might be a little weak, Way of the Sword managed to build its own identity without feeling too derivative of other titles like it. It starts strong and can only grow from here.
Brigandine Abyss is a solid strategy RPG with a vast roster of colorful characters with a tried-and-true combat system, full voice acting, and intriguing management systems in its campaigns. However, the game's overall presentation and lack of engaging story beats and variation in content might leave you wanting more from the game.