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What actually matters in this Resident Evil 2 review is how Capcom’s RE Engine holds up running natively on the Nintendo Switch 2. Note the word natively. Back on the original Switch, we got palmed off with those dodgy Cloud Versions that turned into a blurry slideshow the second someone in the house microwaved a pie or started streaming Netflix. This new Deluxe Edition port ditches the server farms and runs straight off the Switch 2’s local silicon.
The Transference is shaping up to be an interesting hybrid of a horror-genre game. It’s a mix of stealth, investigation, and mystery that all work hand in hand to deliver a captivating, logic-testing, heart-racing game.
Overall, Cozy Game Restoration is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a cozy/dad game to relax with. With a tactile feel supported by great animations, realistic graphics, and sound effects, you will be absorbed in the gameplay. With hours of content available, those long days at work will be easily cleaned away.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort improves on the formula with the Sightseeing Tour, Wuhu Island, Thumb Wrestling, and Leisure Sports, while staying timeless whether you’re playing solo, with friends and family, or against others online, thanks to intuitive controls and a fun collection of sports. This should be every family’s game of the year.
Virtue and a Sledgehammer is an emotionally taxing experience that deals with grief, anger, and AI by letting you swing a sledgehammer to hopefully feel better about this existence. I think this is a must-play for anyone who enjoys narrative exploration games, and you may be left reeling with your thoughts by the end, too.
Gennady is completely off its head, but it was enjoyable, with a mix of frantic combat, disgusting comic-book visuals, and a strange sci-fi atmosphere. Repeatedly getting killed became frustrating, especially when my grand plan was button-mashing and hoping for the best, getting so close, then dying.
Overall, Pixel Washer is a fun Indie title that can kill a few hours. There are enough unlocks, levels, water guns, trucks, and skill unlocks to keep you interested and earning money. The game can be repetitive, but if you want to relive the golden era of gaming, jump on in and have some good old-fashioned clean fun.
LEGO® Harry Potter™ Collection might be showing its age in a few areas, but I still had a great time returning to Hogwarts on the Nintendo Switch 2. Between the familiar locations, classic LEGO® humour, enjoyable puzzles and fantastic soundtrack, there is plenty here to keep Harry Potter fans entertained.
Overall, Soup Weather, though short, delivers a mental health message worth exploring. Its subtlety, through graphics and audio, is thoughtful and doesn’t deliver a harsh experience while exploring its theme. Its simple gameplay lets you enjoy the narrative, with only a few minigame missteps that, for me, were annoying but didn’t detract from what Soup Weather was really trying to say.
Overall, over the hill is a bloody enjoyable off-roading experience that proves you don’t need high-speed racing or ultra-realistic graphics to have a good time behind the wheel. Between the freedom to explore, challenging terrain, beautiful environments, and a fantastic laid–back soundtrack, Funselektor Labs has delivered something both relaxing and rewarding.
ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet cooks up a meal that satiates my hunger for a good management sim and keeps me coming back for more. While the game occasionally serves up more mechanics than I can comfortably digest, there’s still plenty of fun in building the restaurant up into a treasure trove for its guests. ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet looks to be a feast for fans of One Piece and casual management-sim enthusiasts, although those looking for a truly cosy experience might find themselves with a little too much on their plate.
Tales of Eternia Remastered is a great preservation of an iconic JRPG with a high-stakes narrative, dynamic combat (even if it’s not friendly for new players), a gorgeous world, and great options to switch your art style between present day and old school. This game deserves to be played.
Stupid Never Dies is an interesting one. Its punk aesthetic lends itself perfectly to an action-packed roguelike, but the gameplay couldn’t keep up. The Body Hack system, unlockable abilities and stat upgrades add a little extra flavour to the sauce, but ultimately, I was left wanting more from the dungeons themselves. Stupid Never Dies felt more like a snack than a fulfilling meal.
Overall, Silver Pines is one of those unexpected gems; the storyline is what rates this game so highly in my view. While the 2D platform aspect can be quite limiting, the developer has squeezed every inch out of it. Admittedly, the combat can be lacking, but you can easily overlook it when you look at the whole package: survival, puzzles, and horror. For such a small development team, Silver Pines is a little gem. I reviewed this on Xbox, but it’s also available on PS5, Switch, and Steam. Go check it out; you won’t be disappointed.
The Castlevania franchise has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years with the success of the two animated series on Netflix and various older games being made available on modern platforms, so it’s exciting to see what’s in store in its future. Rose Belmont is a solid new protagonist, and Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is an epic new entry in Konami’s long-running series.
Overall, Bluey’s Happy Snaps is a fantastic little adventure that captures everything you love about the television series. From exploring familiar Brisbane locations and snapping photos to the colourful visuals, cheerful soundtrack and enjoyable local co-op, there’s plenty here for the entire family to enjoy. The gameplay might be a little basic for older gamers, but with its simple controls, smooth 60fps performance in both handheld and docked mode on the Nintendo Switch 2, and plenty of that familiar Aussie charm, it’s hard not to have a good time.
Overall, Penguin Colony is strong in its penguins and their abilities, atmospheric tone, and approach to discovery and storytelling. Some audience members may bounce off this title because of its approach to sharing adventures and understanding the game itself.
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is more of what Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun delivered, but with meaningful changes. It has great music and punchy sound effects, a new character to play, and replayability with meaningful accessibility options. Although there are some bugs that can break the flow and be disheartening, Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is worth playing if you loved Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun.
The original Ghost of Yōtei was already a big epic adventure filled with emotion and a strong sequel to Ghost of Tsushima. At just $22.95 AUD, this DLC offers an immense amount of fresh content for an already packed game, making it an essential purchase. While the future of PlayStation’s physical media remains uncertain, Ghost of Yōtei is a compelling reason to own a PlayStation 5, and this new expansion completely seals the deal.
Overall, Monuments Renovator was what you would expect from this genre of game. However, no amount of renovating it would sand the edges back to make it recommendable. It felt more like the focus went to where it mattered for a PC game and stopped short of any polishing effort for the console.