Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance turns an already great RPG into a generational classic.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remains a classic with its Nintendo Switch remake thanks to its hilarious writing and approachable RPG gameplay.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is a must-play Xbox Game Pass addition with industry-leading sound design.
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes isn't just the most impressive game we've played this year. It's the pinnacle of the puzzle genre.
Even with strong core combat and visuals, the long-awaited Homeworld 3 disappoints.
Animal Well uses the Metroidvania genre to craft an intricate, secret-filled adventure about animal adaptation.
Stellar Blade looks fantastic on PS5 and features excellent combat, but it lacks substance beyond that.
Endless Ocean: Luminous guts the best parts of the series' previous entries in favor of chill, but repetitive busywork.
Another Crab's Treasure is one of the most approachable Soulslikes ever made thanks to its aesthetics, sense of humor, and fantastic assist mode options.
Sand Land is a faithful adaptation of one of Akira Toriyama's most underrated works, even if its not the most memorable experience.