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Silent Hill: Townfall is another brave step forward for the franchise. Moving away from the traditional third-person perspective heightens the dread and anxiety, as you tentatively avoid the many threats that linger within.
Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon -Classic HD- really only exists as a must-play for retro enthusiasts.
EA Sports FC 27 continues to refine and improve key aspects of the game, delivering a more complete experience that captures the beauty and unpredictability of the sport.
While the combat is still pretty brutal, and the gameplay sits strangely in the setting, this is a whole new Arrakis. Old fans who’ve seen it all and new players alike will absolutely want to check out this new version of the game.
Control Resonant is killer. Plain and simple.
If you’re any kind of Fire Emblem fan, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is a slam dunk.
All in all, Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is a great update to a legendary title. I had a great time plunging back into Liberl, and I think you will, too.
Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia lives up to its vibe and its name. Salsa mode is an absolute banger, and the platforming and worlds are nothing short of entertaining.
If your time is precious and you’re looking for a racer that’s easy to pick up and play, iRacing Arcade is well worth your time. You can jump into the cockpit for a quick race or explore the game’s deeper features when you have more time to spare. And with cross-platform multiplayer, you can even race against friends regardless of which system they play on.
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.