A Dark Matter's simple puzzles are a nice diversion, and exploring Fireproof's creepy world is thrilling
I wanted to explore Luna's world and soak in its sights for hours. Many of its puzzles are rewarding, but a few stinkers mar the experience
To the Moon is incredibly story-focused. Fortunately, that tale is powerful and heartfelt
Playing with a friend is more fun than solo, but odd design brings down both experiences
Puzzles range from clever to obtuse, and exploring these impossible spaces is incredibly compelling
At its best, John Wick Hex makes you feel like a trained assassin, but those moments are interrupted by strings of repetitive action
Control's intense firefights are fun, but they don't evolve much in the second half. Fortunately, its unsettling mood and explosive moments more than balance the scales
Overworld missions keep the action moving, but the XCOM-like turn-based combat is the real star
A Plague Tale excels in its narrative and setting, but the moment-to-moment action is uninspired
BoxBoy + BoxGirl hits the sweet spot with a series of puzzles that aren't too hard, but occasionally make you think
New missions and tasks come at a steady clip, so you're never at a loss for things to do. Even so, I had the most fun when I went off-script and created my own goals
Growing a small group of settlers into a world-spanning superpower is rewarding at every step
For Resident Evil fans this is a must-play, but even those without nostalgia for RE 2 will have a good time
Fast-paced and violent action hits the ground running, but the intense horror atmosphere might turn off some
This heartfelt and poignant adventure offers thrilling moments centered on a strong core idea
This Mega Man looks modern, but it offers a classic Mega Man challenge. Thankfully, four difficulty settings and a range of upgrades help ease in all types of players
Decking out each hospital with new equipment and bizarre décor is rewarding, but you have to go through those motions repeatedly
Chasm features a lot of Metroid goodness, but the randomness makes levels range from triumphant to tedious
Captain Toad's treasure laden levels are bite-sized, stress-free puzzles packed with surprises.
Curse of the Moon has a fun roster of unique heroes, but the slow-moving action quickly grows stale