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Frostpunk 2 review: Strategy sequel is bigger, bolder, and colder
Frostpunk 2 builds on its predecessor with a bigger, fiercer strategy sequel full of tough democracy decisions.
Black Myth: Wukong review: fast-paced action makes this Soulslike its own beast
Black Myth: Wukong sports gorgeous visuals with a gameplay focus on dodging, which makes it stand out among its Soulslike contemporaries.
The Crush House review: 1999’s hottest reality TV simulator
The Crush House lovingly satirizes the weird world of reality TV, and the result is a hilarious, if imperfect, thirst-person shooter.
Cat Quest 3 review: furry pirate adventure will make you feel like a kid again
Cat Quest 3 is light on substance, but its deep RPG hooks and open-ended exploration make up for its overused feline puns.
World of Goo 2 review: puzzle classic gets the meta sequel it deserves
World of Goo 2 is the unpredictable, meta sequel that the 2008 classic deserves, even if it comes with some frustration.
Steamworld Heist 2 review: this seafaring strategy sequel will test your skill
Steamworld Heist 2 builds on its predecessors' strategy formula in clever ways, though a few tactical missteps put a dent in its armor.
Zenless Zone Zero review: HoYoverse’s latest is simple, stylish, and satisfying
Zenless Zone Zero impresses with its stylish combat, but the RPG sometimes gives its weaker parts too much screen time.
Dungeons of Hinterberg review: Xbox Game Pass gets an unforgettable spin on Zelda
Dungeons of Hinterberg delivers Zelda-like puzzle design alongside a sharp narrative about the wide-ranging impacts of the tourism industry.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn review: a Soulslike with a small spark
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn offers some creative twists on the Soulslike genre, but its best features stop short of greatness.
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition review: welcome to speedrunning 101
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition's lack of strong competitive modes makes for a fun but lacking introduction to video game speedrunning.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess review: Capcom’s latest is one of 2024’s best
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess offers a unique blend of action and tower defense to create an experience unlike any other that you'll play in 2024.
Flock review: relaxing nature game will turn you into David Attenborough
Despite a loose story and tedious endgame, Flock is a cheery delight for nature lovers.
Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail review: emotional new expansion leaves a lasting legacy
Final Fantasy XIV delivers an unexpectedly emotional expansion in Dawntrail, though its an experience that requires some patience.
Anger Foot review: Devolver’s latest delivers more schlock than awe
Anger Foot has all the makings of a schlocky fun action game, but it never quite finds its balance amid messy design.
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble review: Sega is on a roll with its latest hit
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble is the best entry in Sega's quirky platforming series since its GameCube days.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree review: triumphant DLC feels like a sequel
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is packed with so much content that it makes returning to Elden Ring a worthwhile visit, even two years later.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance review: One of the best RPGs just got even better
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance includes a reworked story, new gameplay mechanics, and more quality-of-life features that make the original game obsolete.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door review: GameCube remake is as iconic as ever
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 review: Xbox’s new exclusive is a fierce sequel
Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is one of the best Xbox Series X console exclusives yet thanks to its stunning visuals and sound design.
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes review: The best video game I’ve ever reviewed
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes' painstaking puzzle design makes for an all-time classic.
Homeworld 3 review: long awaited sci-fi sequel is an unsatisfying saga
Even with strong core combat and visuals, the long-awaited Homeworld 3 disappoints.
Animal Well review: must-play Metroidvania is full of rewarding secrets
Animal Well uses the Metroidvania genre to craft an intricate, secret-filled adventure about animal adaptation.
Redfall review: multiplayer sucks the life out of a promising vampire shooter
The single-player and multiplayer experiences within Redfall are constantly at odds with one another, and neither side wins that fight.