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ReStory is a wonderfully satisfying repair simulator that understands exactly what makes this type of game enjoyable. Every 2000s-era device is thoughtfully designed, the progression feels meaningful because you’re constantly acquiring practical new tools instead of chasing abstract skill upgrades, and the steady rhythm of taking things apart, cleaning them, and putting them back together never grows stale. There’s very little friction to disrupt the cozy atmosphere, but ReStory never relies on that coziness at the expense of meaningful and absorbing gameplay.
Beast of Reincarnation is one of the most enjoyable action games to come out this year. It’s a fun but challenging JRPG that takes you on an adventure through gorgeous vistas for a solid 20-25 hours. It struggles a bit with overstaying its welcome in some sections, but the journey is ultimately very satisfying. Game Freak has put on an impressive showing with this one, and I’m now excited to see what other projects they might have in store for us next.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is much more than the licensed fighter I expected. It’s a faithful adaptation with fluid combat and a rewarding Flow system that’s genuinely fun to learn. Each character feels distinct enough without being overly difficult to pick up, and while there are a few rough edges, particularly around tutorial discoverability and occasional visual clarity during combat, they’re minor issues that don’t take away from what is an easy recommendation for fighting game fans.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced reminded me why the original has remained my favorite game in the series for over a decade. It doesn’t reinvent Black Flag or attempt to modernize it beyond recognition with needless changes in focus, but respects the original at every turn while introducing enough meaningful improvements to justify its existence. Sailing across the Caribbean, listening to sea shanties, and boarding enemy ships is just as magical today as it was back in 2013. That’s exactly what I wanted from a remake, and Ubisoft delivered.
Moonlight Peaks takes the familiar cozy farming sim formula and elevates it with a charming supernatural setting, deep progression systems, and an impressive amount of content available from launch.
NBA The Run is a fast-paced arcade basketball game that embraces chaotic streetball action over realism. Its simple design and instant accessibility make it easy for anyone to jump in, with players learning the basics within just a few matches. The tournament-style mode keeps gameplay fresh through randomized scoring rules that encourage different strategies each run, which can make it feel imbalanced for some. Despite its flaws, the game delivers plenty of fun, especially with friends.
IO Interactive’s take on James Bond is confident, stylish, and effortlessly absorbing. Patrick Gibson’s James Bond is charming and memorable without leaning on familiar interpretations, supported by a cast of likeable characters. The blend of stealth, action, and gadget play brings out the best of IO Interactive’s design strengths, resulting in an expertly paced, all-killer-no-filler experience that rarely overstays its welcome. It balances careful infiltration with more bombastic spectacle when needed, always encouraging improvisation over perfection. Hand-to-hand combat is a weak point, but First Light compensates with encounters that encourage experimentation and creative flow. This isn’t just a great James Bond game; it’s the best one yet.
Overall, I highly recommend Gambonanza, whether you're a chess fan or a roguelite fan. Either way, you'll learn as you go, and I bet you'll have tons of fun as you do. It's a fantastically rewarding experience that most people will eek plenty of enjoyment out of.
Invincible VS is a strong, feature-complete fighter that gets the fundamentals right and delivers a genuinely fun moment-to-moment experience. It is approachable on the surface, but there is more depth once you start digging into its defensive systems, and it stays consistently flashy in a way that makes even casual matches feel good to play. That said, it is still a bit rough around the edges, with some balance quirks and inconsistent visual clarity keeping it from feeling fully polished. As a first outing, it feels confident, aggressive, and fun in a very immediate way, with enough depth for both casual and competitive players to stick with it as it evolves.
Pragmata is a confidently designed action game that elegantly blends shooting and hacking into a fast, reactive puzzle-style combat system that turns every encounter into something far more engaging than a standard firefight. You constantly shift between aiming, hacking, dodging, and repositioning, creating a seamless loop that never feels cumbersome or disconnected. Backed by two genuinely likeable leads in Hugh and Diana, whose relationship gives the experience its emotional core without unnecessary melodrama.
Samson is ultimately a janky but endearing experience, with the foundation of something genuinely compelling. Beneath the rough edges lies a strong core and a likeable cast, but the lack of polish and unreliable combat hold it back at every turn. It’s easy to see what the developers were going for, but in its current state, it’s hard to fully recommend.
Modulus: Factory Automation is a deceptively simple automation games that quietly consumes your entire week. It takes the popular loop of automation sims like Factorio and layers it with a clever, almost LEGO-like puzzle system.
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance is a welcome but uneven return that leans heavily on its strengths in writing, voice acting, and atmosphere. The Shakespearean dialogue and multi-character narrative are engaging even for newcomers, but the experience is clearly aimed at long-time fans. While the combat can feel satisfying when its rhythm clicks, it is held back by a lack of polish, repetitive encounters, and underwhelming bosses. Paired with basic level design that never truly evolves, the game’s standout elements end up being its moody pixel art presentation and excellent metal soundtrack, which together do much of the heavy lifting in keeping the experience compelling.
A relaxing and deeply interactive interior design experience that balances creative freedom with thoughtful restraint.
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is a thoughtful and well put together package that preserves what made the original games work while making them far more approachable today. The added features, strong performance, and wealth of extra content help it stand out from a standard rerelease. At $40, it offers excellent value if you are interested in the series or want a sizeable RPG collection with a unique combat system, even if its tone and structure will not be for everyone.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a shining example of how to revisit a classic without losing what made it special. From the terrifyingly detailed Minakami Village and superb character models to the refined Camera Obscura combat, which borrows elements from later entries, every update feels purposeful. The sisters’ bond remains at the heart of the story, further enhanced by heartfelt gameplay touches, and the combination of organic exploration, plentiful scares, and an evolving mystery makes it an experience just as affecting now as it was on the PS2.
Resident Evil Requiem isn’t just another entry in the series—it’s the culmination of decades of experimentation, refinement, and passion. Both longtime fans and newcomers alike will find it a hauntingly rewarding experience that captures everything Resident Evil has always aimed to be: terrifying, tense, and unforgettable.
While its gameplay remains familiar, REANIMAL elevates itself through its dense atmosphere, an unwavering commitment to delivering a consistently tense horror experience you cannot take your eyes off, genuine emotional weight driven by voiced characters with deeply personal stakes, and impressive technical polish, standing as Tarsier’s most cohesive and fully realized project to date.
Nioh 3 is yet another incredible action title from Team Ninja that further refines the series’ formula with thoughtful additions to its combat, most notably the Style Shift system and the Ninja and Samurai forms that come with it. The open field structure is a largely positive change thanks to the added freedom and emphasis on exploration, but it does not feel entirely necessary, coming across more as a remix than a true genre shift. It is packed with content that can easily last hundreds of hours, and the depth of its combat and build systems never stops impressing.
Skate Story is a spellbinding work of art that enchants with its impossibly beautiful world, jaw-dropping visuals, and high-stakes story, all while handling mature themes with care and sincerity. Beneath its glassy exterior lies a robust and deep skating system that will push enthusiasts to perform sick combos, but it does not expect you to master it on your first try, either. It is a journey through the Underworld well worth taking and a deeply personal experience unique to the interactive medium of video games.