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Wreckreation is one of the most enjoyable surprises on Xbox this year — a creative, chaotic, endlessly replayable racer that puts fun above all else. It’s bold, bright, and brilliantly silly, offering a mix of arcade thrills and open-world freedom that few games even attempt. Yes, it has the occasional rough patch and a menu or two that could use streamlining, but the sheer joy of driving, crashing, and creating outweighs every minor flaw. Few games capture that feeling of “let’s see what happens” as well as this one. If you’ve ever built jumps out of Lego bricks as a kid or drawn imaginary racetracks in your notebook, Wreckreation is your grown-up version of that same creative spark — with nitrous. “A fast, funny, and fantastically free racer that captures the pure joy of driving, crashing, and creating. It’s chaos with a smile — and one of the most entertaining games on Xbox this year.”
Without a doubt, I loved every minute of Dark Quest 4. The story is great and the action is fun. What’s more, it is a great way to waste a few hours in the evening. My only complaint is the lack of creator input on the Xbox. This would enhance replay value further and give gamers the ability to create their own quests. Despite this complaint, it is fantastic, and you should pick up a copy from the Xbox store!
Amanda the Adventurer 2 builds on the foundations of the first and again offers a short but strong experience. Puzzles seem smarter, with a slightly more polished presentation, along with a deeper dive into the lore. What I love about these games is that they encourage exploration with a bit of brain power. If you’re after a creepy indie horror title with great animations, puzzling and figuring things out, then it will be worth your while. I’ll likely be back in a year for the Xbox review of AtA3!
This is a bit of a niche franchise. However, if you love this franchise, this is bound to be a winner. The developer has upped the ante on every level. Moreover, the stage design, equipment, and missions are a vast improvement from its predecessor. Accordingly, it is a no-brainer, and you should grab a copy from the Xbox store!
In my final thoughts, Simon The Sorcerer Origins is a title that successfully captures the magic (no pun intended) and honours the games that came before it. With a beautiful hand-drawn visual style and a 90s inspired soundtrack including songs from the legend that is Rick Astley to complement it. The world Simon inhabits is wonderful, vibrant and full of small details that bring it to life. The colourful cast of characters you meet are all well animated and have their own voices and dialogue that fit them perfectly most of the time. The user interface is clean and intuitive, showing that the developers took great care in making the title accessible on console aswell as other formats. If you’re a lover of ‘Point-‘N-Click’ games like myself or just looking for some good old fashioned, puzzley adventure goodness to soak up a few hours, then you can’t go wrong with this. Definitely recommended for fans of the genre and who loved the original!
The indie roguelike deck-builder space is very common these days. It feels like every month we’re getting a new take on “draw cards, slay monsters, repeat. But every so often, something comes along with a spark of personality and a space that feels fresh even if the core ideas are familiar. That’s where Deathless: The Hero Quest comes in. Developed by Moonlight Games, Deathless wraps solid card mechanics inside a world of lore, mythical beasts, and grim fairy-tale energy. It’s stylish, surprisingly deep and fun to tinker with. There are plenty options to tinker with as well as a selection of heroes to choose from to challenge yourself.
While there’s nothing inherently wrong with The House of the Dead 2: Remake, I still question who wants this and why no one has ever decided to make a new light gun to enjoy these games. Using a controller for such precise movement feels clunky; but at least you can play with one hand. If you enjoyed the original back in the day, this is for you, but if you’ve never played it, especially in the arcade, this is a hard sell.
Grand Poker Casino works best as a casual pick-up-and-play title. You can jump in for a few quick hands while listening to music. However, the lack of tournaments, multiplayer, or long-term goals, it doesn’t have much to keep you coming back after a few hours. I do recommend this for people who maybe want to learn a bit more about Poker but not have the overwhelming expierence that some more polished Poker games offer and just want to focus on simple card mechanics.
If you’re looking for a classic Painkiller experience, this isn’t it. But if you’re looking for another multiplayer experience akin to Left 4 Dead and Back 4 Blood, then this Painkiller is for you. Solo or not, this is an enjoyable, albeit shallow experience. Limited level variety, shockingly low quantity of weapon, but the gameplay itself is quite solid and addictive. The shooting is fun, mods on weapons also give a bit of variety.
The general story is you are a survivor of an ongoing conflict with “the Legion,” a hostile military group that is controlling more of the sector of space you find yourself starting in. The game is a Third-person, Sci-fi, FPS with elements of exploration, looting, ship combat, as well as upgrading both your equipment and your ships. You start the game on the craft named “The Catamaran”, a ship which is a perfect place to learn the workings of the game and how to improve yourself and your ride, New ones can be brought back to “the Hangar”, your home that you will constantly return to in this adventure. You will also meet characters at certain times in the campaign here, which can give you small missions when you want a snack instead of a full, sit-down meal.
BALL x PIT took me by surprise and instantly sits in my pile of contenders for my personal game of 2025. I loved that no two runs ever felt identical, and whilst there is more failure than success when it comes to each run, it’s super addictive. It is the perfect pick-up and play game if you only have half an hour to spare. Being able to bounce from the Xbox Series X to my gaming laptop and even my Lenovo Legion Go. There have been many moments where I’ve intended on a few quick runs, and it’s turned into hours. This is one of the definite must-play games of this year. If you have an Xbox Game Pass subscription, get it downloaded. Otherwise, just buy it, it’s an incredible indie gem.
The opening scene of Keeper is strange and beautiful and very on brand for the Double Fine team. You awaken as a dormant lighthouse on an island long forgotten by time and life. The ocean hums, the sky flickers with doom and gloom, and with a groan of rusted metal, the lighthouse sprouts legs and takes its first steps which leaves you wondering what adventure lies ahead. It sounds mental, but it works. The first time you move that slow, lumbering stride across soft sand there’s something oddly bittersweet about it. It’s clumsy, awkward, and alive. Like a toddler trying to gain it’s first steps you constantly fall left to right until the lighthouse figures out what legs are and how they work. You’re don’t play as a hero on a quest to save the world. You’re an ancient machine rediscovering movement and purpose in life.
The target audience here is clearly kids. The game’s generous physics, forgiving tracks and generally chilled AI all make it very approachable. There’s almost no punishment for mistakes miss a jump or hit a wall, and you’re instantly back in the action. That makes it perfect for younger gamers who just want to have fun, but it also means older players might find it lacking in challenge very quickly. If you’re looking for a real skill-testing racer, this probably isn’t it. If you’re looking for something colourful, fast, and stress-free and something for you to unwind and the kids to get stuck into some nostalgia and share memories about Hot Wheels and childhood then this is definitely a great shout.
I know I’ve compared this game to Split Second (a huge favourite of mine), i just never expected another racing game could match the sheer amount of background action or the thrill, let alone this one, but honestly this racer is on another level in that detail. Audio wise the game performed as expected. The sounds of the cars as you hit nitro or as you crash solidly into the barriers, obstacles and into the other cars hit the mark for an arcade affair. The only downside for me is the announcers voice, this should have been in the form of a booming impact, that added to the experience. It could have memorable, but unfortunately lacked any real oomph. Another nitpick, if i’m being critical would be with the locations themselves, they could have added more drama and seriousness. Having said that…. Fast and Furious Arcade Edition is fun to play, whilst short in longevity, the arcade style gameplay will provide you multiple hours to enjoy, just don’t expect deep gameplay.
The Lonesome Guild is also visually stunning in a way that immediately sets it apart from most indie ARPGs. Its hand-painted 2.5D aesthetic that blends warm colors, soft edges, and expressive character animation to create a world that feels alive but scary and reflects in every aspect of the game from the exploration, combat and cutscenes. Every scene looks like it could have been lifted straight from a storybook not overly fancy but distinct enough to make you pause and take in the details. Some of the most impressive visuals you get is when Ghost stumbles across memories in the world and you get treated to these beautiful artistic cutscenes which paint a picture of NPCs and characters you later meet. On top of that the soundtrack compliments the direction of art by carefully crafting the soundscape to what environment you find yourself in the music and sound effects really help set the mood and tone with the pacing. If you are looking for a charming Indie with plenty of emotional moments, witty humor and a amazing overworld brimmed full of secrets and adventure then look no further!
Plants Vs Zombies: Replanted is good, but not quite what I was expecting. I expected Plants Vs Zombies Replanted to be polished within an inch of its undead, creepy, brain chewing ways. Unfortunately, my expectations were not entirely served. Yes, the HD graphics are attractive, but I cannot overlook the minor issues. Additionally, changing the audio is unforgivable. Accordingly, it should have been better, but it is still worth buying your copy from the Xbox store!
NASCAR 25 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it finally gives NASCAR fans on Xbox something they can be proud of. It’s a confident, well-built racer that gets the fundamentals right — tight handling, satisfying progression, and the unmistakable thrill of stock-car chaos. There’s still work to do. The career structure, while deep, needs more polish and personality. The online mode needs clearer systems to encourage clean, competitive racing. And visually, a few rough edges remain. But taken as a whole, this is a solid, enjoyable, and authentic NASCAR experience that puts the series firmly back on track. It’s not pole position yet — but it’s definitely a top-five finish. A solid racer that finds its groove. NASCAR 25 may not reach the finish line first, but it’s finally racing in the right direction.
I’m a fan of grindy, resource-gathering titles. The mindless gameplay, simple mechanics, and casual nature are appealing. Moreover, there is a small sense of reward when you complete every mission and gather every key item. This is why Super Mining Mechs works. Its straightforward ideas work perfectly alongside other hectic endeavours. Accordingly, I think you should buy a copy from the Xbox store!
Playtonic returns with Yooka-Replaylee, a full remake that tries to refine and re-energize the original. The result is a fascinating and exciting. Yooka-Replaylee doesn’t just polish the visuals it rewrites the flow of progression, overhauls its economy, and retools the controls to feel more modern. It is a big step forward and a reminder of why the genre remains so beloved to many.
KAKU – Ancient Seal will not be on everyone’s radar. This indie game doesn’t get everything right, but I enjoyed it regardless. The story is great and the characters are lively, interesting, and likeable. Furthermore, the open world is a treat to look at. Although the combat is too easy, I liked the pace, the setting, and the brilliant atmosphere. Accordingly, I think it is good and I recommend getting a copy from the Xbox store!