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Super Mario Party Jamboree remains a solid game, and I feel like Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV is a natural pick-up for families.
While Bustafellows Season 2 is a lot of fun, that is only true if you finished the original otome game.
I love the concept behind Everdeep Aurora, as the design direction is flawless, but it can also be quite a cumbersome game.
Folks who enjoy AI: The Somnium Files and are waiting for the next Uchikoshi project might like No Sleep for Kaname Date, but it isn’t for anyone else.
Nostalgia for a character like Pac-Man can only do so much, and I fear the uneven nature of Shadow Labyrinth could prove too off-putting for most.
Donkey Kong Bananza is a constant series of pleasant surprises and shows exactly what the Switch 2 can handle.
Patapon 1+2 Replay isn’t the most exciting remaster collection, but it is incredibly enjoyable and accessible to newcomers.
Tamagotchi Plaza isn’t necessarily bad, but I think it is more for kids or someone who really loves Bandai Namco’s virtual pets.
Islanders: New Shores is, in every way, an improvement from the original Islanders game due to new buildings and gameplay elements.
The Umamusume: Pretty Derby global version is an addictive game that mixes the frustration of raising sims with the excitement of horse racing.
The concept behind Nova Hearts is good and I like some story elements, but I’m not a fan of its romance and hate its combat.
The Red Bell’s Lament is another example of Voltage offering a great otome game that feels different than what we’d expect due to its execution and story.
While Death Stranding 2: On the Beach can feel like a step forward for gameplay, I feel like Kojima Productions took a step back with its narrative and difficulty.
Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut is a fantastic Like a Dragon game, and I feel it is a perfect addition to the Switch 2 launch library.
Raidou Remastered is a way to experience a fun piece of SMT history, and it’s another example of Atlus going above and beyond for a remaster.
Gundam SEED: Battle Destiny Remastered is something of a welcome surprise that we likely ended up getting due to Gundam SEED Freedom and the success of other recent games.
Crude, salacious, yet surprisingly beautiful, SAEKO: Giantess Dating Sim is a fun short story for those who enjoy a fantastical take on dark romance. However, I sometimes wish it would veer a lot more into the themes and ideas it brings up.
Survival Kids feels really generic on the Switch 2, and it features none of the personality of the Lost in Blue series.
I appreciate the gimmick and the talent in Date Everything, but it isn’t as well executed as other dating sim visual novels.
Mario Kart World is incredible alone or with others online or offline, and it really shows off what might make Switch 2 special. It’s fantastic in more traditional modes like Grand Prix and Battle or new ones such as Knockout Tour and Free Roam. It pays tribute to past games, but feels totally different and innovative in some fun ways.