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Devs, Rebel Wolves take the typical RPG formula and infuse their own unique take on a vampire game into a dark fantasy that stands on its own. I can see The Blood of Dawnwalker enduring the test of time, and I’m keen to see where Rebel Wolves take players next.
TV Archive: Tidy Up Together knows exactly what it wants to be. It isn’t trying to reinvent the simulation genre. There isn’t a huge narrative hiding beneath the shelves, nor is there some elaborate endgame waiting for you once you’ve sorted the final tape. The satisfaction comes from watching the archive gradually take shape. A chaotic floor becomes an organised collection. An empty shelf fills up. A section that initially looks overwhelming eventually becomes perfectly tidy.
Nightmare Shift delivers an unsettling psychological horror experience through its mysterious story, excellent art style and atmospheric sound design. While the awkward controller navigation and emotionless voice acting occasionally pulled me away from the experience, they were not enough to ruin what the game did well. Overall, I genuinely enjoyed my time working the night shift and would recommend it to anyone who loves a slow-burning psychological horror.
As someone who is a more story-based enthusiast when it comes to gaming, this is one of my favourite games I have played so far in 2026. They really took a risk by diverting from the previous stealth-based gameplay by taking a more action-combative gameplay that really brings out the treasure hunter in the player. The uniquely captivating and exhilarating story, the beautiful and grotesque environments and expertly curated musical pieces collectively make for just such a great experience.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is a fantastic new way to play the game. Exceptional performance on the Nintendo Switch 2 means you can play on the go without a hiccup, and with Shadow of the Erdtree included, it’s a great way to play, especially if you have never experienced this masterpiece before.
STAR WARS Zero Company is a game that understands why turn-based tactics are so addictive. It’s not simply about having the strongest characters or the best weapons. It’s about planning several moves, understanding your squad and adapting when things inevitably go wrong.
I strongly recommend The Sinking City 2 to any survival horror genre fan. If you aren’t, it’s still a great game to try thanks to its difficulty options. With thoughtful use of music, sound effects, environment, and lighting, it produces a horror experience that doesn’t lean into the jump-scare trope.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam takes everything I already enjoyed about the series and somehow makes it feel fresh again. The brutal 50 vs 50 battles, huge and varied maps, expanded movements, helicopters, patrol boats and massive selection of specialised roles all work perfectly for the Vietnam setting, while the incredible visuals and absolutely chaotic sound design make every firefight feel intense and unpredictable.
While gaming is a huge part of this world, and side-scrollers aren’t particularly my favourite, I found myself wanting to try over and over and over again to get better. I think Anomaly President has an excellent team behind it and is a massively fun game to play, and I am excited to see how they expand from where it is now.
Omen is frustrating because a good game is clearly buried somewhere inside it. The ingredients are there. The concept is interesting, the setting has potential, and the combination of extraction, progression and base building could have produced something genuinely distinctive. But playing Omen left us wanting more rather than making us want to keep going.
Capcom’s Marvel games will always be all-time classics, but Arc System Works and Marvel have made something truly special with the first-ever 4v4 tag fighter and more characters soon to join the fray. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls has finally arrived and is ready to rock this universe!
Overall, Grain Rot was a good, fun, yet scary extraction shooter; I didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did. The light humour above ground, the dark, corrupted underground, and elements of base building, survival, and inventory management had me hooked. Grain Rot is also multiplayer, which I unfortunately didn’t get to test, but I think it would be a lot of fun. This is definitely a title you want to pick up if you are on the fence or if the extraction shooter is your genre.
On reflection, Tormentum II is a really hard game to give a final score. I somewhat love abstract and bizarro stories, because it gives me something to mull over after, but I can understand not many people connecting with this title.
Beast of Reincarnation is a massive risk for Game Freak, and while it misses the mark in a few areas, mainly with its plot and the occasional technical hiccup, the combat is simply that good. It’s the kind of combat system that kept me coming back, and ultimately makes the game worth the price of admission. So, I’d say the risk paid off.
Meat Grinder: Hot Dog Simulator is one of those games where the concept is probably more entertaining than the experience. I genuinely enjoyed the first couple of hours, and the idea of running a hot dog shop by day while sourcing your own meat by night is bloody ridiculous in the best way. Unfortunately, the gameplay loop became too repetitive too quickly, and once that novelty wore off, I found myself getting majorly bored.
Pokopia has proved once again that it can stand amongst the greats in the cosy game genre with Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 1: “Bubbly Basin”. I’ve already sunk plenty of time into making the Bubbly Basin my own. My restoration project is far from over, and I’m ready to sink many more hours into my Pokopia playtime.
Agent 64: Spies Never Die unfortunately doesn’t enhance anything; it is a retro game and plays as such. Don’t get me wrong, it’s good fun and has a lot of content, but don’t expect days of gameplay. It’s a solid, fun retro title; if that is your genre, jump on in and relive the golden era of gaming.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is a joy whether you’re parked on the couch or crammed on the bus. The controls are simple enough for a first-timer, the visuals are on-point and fluid for the most part, and it still carries that big, compelling story that had me hooked the first time around. Merc Assault and MOMO aren’t just cosmetic sprinkles — they’re proper additions that give the whole package a reason to exist beyond a resolution bump.
The original Panzer Knights was a fun game with an interesting concept that had its fair share of issues that, unfortunately, persist in this re-released version. For those interested in an arcade-style tank simulation game, Girls und Panzer: Dream Tank Match is the superior game, with smoother gameplay, far fewer bugs and issues, and a basis in a popular anime series. Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition is a nice re-release that packs in all previous DLC content and additional bonus content, but still has a lot of work to do before rising through the ranks of tank simulation games.
I found myself drawn to play this game more and more; for each loss, there was just as much of a victory in a game as fresh as this. It is visually fun and has an entertaining story to follow, while also offering some “hidden” fun that I won’t spoil—the game’s mysteries and action don’t leave you in the dark, only to play more. I am personally excited to see what comes next with the huge potential Mistfall Hunter has.