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Its strong narrative alone helps The Blood of Dawnwalker stand out in a crowded field of open-world RPGs. Add layered, nuanced combat and separate day and night skill systems, and you’re well on the way to something special.
Marvel’s Wolverine is a tight, focused experience that never lets up or slows down more than it absolutely has to. The action is intense and incredibly violent, the combat flows beautifully, steadily evolving into something wondrous to behold. I loved the acting and the dialogue; the pacing is excellent, and the world depicted is a brutal one. Like Spider-Man before it, Marvel’s Wolverine has set a new standard for this character. Playing as Logan is unlikely to get better than this for many years.
Hell Rising is a great excuse to return to the world of Nioh 3 if you finished the base game and want to explore some new real estate. Nioh 3 is one of the best action RPGs from this year, and that’s saying something. Hell Rising might not be a monumental, game-changing DLC, but it’s a fun and challenging way to extend Nioh 3’s already excellent game play, mechanics, weapons, and story.
If you can stomach it, Welcome to Elderfield is an endearing escape from the normal world we’re all forever trapped in. I couldn’t get out of there fast enough, but who knows? Maybe you, like the other denizens, will never leave once you arrive.
Orbitals is proof that there’s space in the co-op adventure genre for other teams to create something truly special.
Overall, NBA 2K27 is another familiar release, but the additional ways to play make it more appealing.
For younger players who want a bright collection of Hot Wheels cars and a big playground to drive around, there’s plenty here to enjoy. Players looking for the polished arcade-racing depth associated with something like Mario Kart, however, should probably keep their expectations in check.
I had a lot of fun with the game’s combat, which supports both solo and duo play. I can easily see developer Probably Monsters adding more levels, monsters, and gear. With a few patches to iron out the camera, Crimson Moon will be a solid choice for fans of fantasy action
If you haven’t played Elden Ring, and the Tarnished Edition on the Switch 2 has enticed you, please make the leap. I envy you seeing it all for the first time. If you have the game on other consoles or PC and don’t own something like a Steam deck or ROG Ally, the Elden Ring you love is there and intact, but with the visual downgrade that you probably expect. In the end, more Elden Ring is a very good thing.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters successfully combines story and soccer to create an experience that scratches an itch which titles such as FC don’t manage to do. While it improves the on-pitch action, story segments remain the same as the original, lacking inspired visual direction.
For all its frustrations, Tormentum II has given me plenty to chew on. Like one of its great creatures of the night, I’m not sated yet.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition is an excellent alternative to FromSoftware’s adventures. While the essence of their titles is baked into its DNA, variations to systems, such as the removal of stamina and the loss of souls, make the familiar feel fresh.
Just like the first game, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is fun with friends, and for short play sessions of a few missions and moving the campaign forward. If there’s a third game in the works, it really needs to change up the formula.
Although it can get grindy and the shopkeeping aspects feel a little slow at times, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault offers a lot of entertainment for both action-roguelike fans and cozy economic sim devotees.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is such a refreshing action game, with focus on its combat systems and cinematic narrative. In those respects, it sets a high standard for all other video games.
Lou’s Lagoon delivers a wonderfully comforting mix of lighthearted aviation, easygoing resource collection, and engaging mystery.
Star Wars Zero Company is the overlapping center of a venn diagram with Star Wars in one circle, and XCOM-style tactical combat in the other. It doesn’t take either one in bold, new directions, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This is not XCOM in a Star Wars costume, because the mechanics, setting, and narrative are more than surface level. Star Wars Zero Company is a substantial addition to both the Clone Wars canon and the tactical strategy genre.
With Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Asobo has shifted confidently towards action and combat, while preserving their reputation for excellent performances and outstanding visuals.
It’s not a bad game. It’s just a competent one. In today’s crowded gaming marketplace, where gamers have higher expectations, War In The North is a tough sell. It will appeal to Lord of the Rings fans and those who have some nostalgia attached to the original game.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam isn’t ready for deployment. Hell, as it stands right now, it’s about as ready as Gomer Pyle was on his way to basic training.