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Trails through Daybreak is a triumph for both long-time fans and newcomers to the series. For veterans, it builds upon and expands nearly every aspect that makes the series great, from its intricate storytelling to its deep character development and strategic gameplay. For new players, while it’s a challenge to dive into such a complex series, the game makes a commendable effort to provide an accessible starting point into the rich world and lore without feeling overwhelmed.
Tsukihime: A piece of blue glass moon is a beautiful game with an amazingly rich story, colorful cast of characters, and a smooth localization.
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble is a welcome return to new ideas for the franchise, and does manage to avoid inferior minigame replication disappointment by… not replicating the old minigames at all! The choice to ape (pun intended, pun always intended, you know us) Fall Guys’ multiplayer formula isn’t the best, but there’s some fun here. And the main mode is enjoyable too!
Times & Galaxy feels like it blends what you’d expect from adventure games with a sort of newspaper management simulation.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree builds upon Elden Ring's narrative to weave new mysteries for players to uncover.
While #BLUD does have some rough edges, this is a fun little adventure that’s worth looking into if you think you’d click with its tone.
Elegant to behold but clunky to control, Homeworld 3 is difficult to get in to but fascinating all the same.
MultiVersus could have been a multi-platform answer to Super Smash Bros. However, the staggering cost of characters locks much of the fun behind paywalls or extensive grinding which will turn most players off.
Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge is a letdown, as it doesn’t feel compelling or rewarding to collect frogs, acquire money, or build up the frog sanctuary.
The idea behind Umbraclaw and its character designs is amazing, but know going in it can be challenging and demand perfection.
The atmospheric horror is sure to make shivers run down your spine, but it fails to maintain its momentum.
While the visuals of RKGK could use some polish, its addictive movement mechanics are up there with some of the best.
1000xResist is provocative in such a way that its characters, events, and lore keep tickling your brain and urging you to continue.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is both the best Paper Mario entry and a Switch game everyone should own and play.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II raises the bar of narrative games, as it delivers a cinematic experience with groundbreaking audio and gameplay.
Baladins is creative, charming, and sweet, but the gameplay structure just fails to be compelling.
Read Only Memories: Neurodiver is worth the wait. As you play through it, you can see why it took Midboss so much time to craft the adventure, its characters, and its world.
With its intriguing worldview, aesthetics, and puzzles, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes is a unique puzzle game that presents its story in an elevated and artistic way.
If the idea of being plopped in a foreign place that is ominous with no explanation and residents that may or may not want you there sounds appealing, Animal Well will prove an interesting trip.
Little Kitty, Big City feels like a more innocent approach to the Untitled Goose Game formula and is an absolute delight.