Chris White's Reviews
Swarm 2 features some fantastic traversal that works incredibly well in VR, with solid gunplay and a satisfying roguelike loop.
Braid Anniversary Edition is a reminder of how good the original was, with stellar visuals and puzzles that are tough yet rewarding.
Indika is an ambitious game that's focus on religion is the driving force in its engaging narrative, with simple puzzles and linear gameplay.
Heading Out is one of the most inventive games I've played all year, with plenty of replayability, great ideas, and an engaging story.
MotoGP 24 is the strongest the series has been, with AI now being held accountable for mistakes, and other small but important additions.
Sand Land is a by-the-numbers anime adaption that is filled with great character design and some enjoyable vehicular combat.
TopSpin 2K25 is light on modes, but the gameplay is excellent, leading to tense and exciting matches against the world's very best.
Despite some pretty visuals and colourful environments, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Wrath of the Mutants is rather repetitive.
While the combat is clunky and systems aren't explained as well as they should be, Withering Rooms is a great entry into the horror genre.
The Outlast Trials is in better shape now it's out of Early Access, and while AI and fixes have been made, it's still light on content.
There are some great moments in Harold of Halibut, even if it takes a while to get going, and the art style is stunning in every way.
Buckshot Roulette is a short game with plenty of appeal, whether through its replayability, strategy, or grisly charm.
C-Smash VRS on Meta Quest is a fantastic way to burn some calories and have fun in the process, featuring a great soundtrack.
One Last Breath doesn't do anything to push the boundaries of the genre, but it has some great puzzles and a beautifully haunting world.
Open Roads offer a window into being a parent and growing up. It's emotional, insightful, and beautifully designed with an engaging story.
Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles is a refreshing take on the city builder genre, offering a wonderful sense of freedom and exploration.
The Last Case of Benedict Fox on PS5 is a huge improvement on last year's release, with fluid and responsive combat being its best feature.
South Park: Snow Day! is a pretty good roguelike with tons of different cards to make each run feel different, complete with that SP humour.
Planet Zoo: Console Edition offers so much to do, but a lot of work has been put into making it transition nicely to consoles. There's a hefty tutorial and constant help throughout, and with some gorgeous visuals it's well worth trying.
MLB The Show 24 is a wonderfully curated sports sim that has made some great improvements to the defensive game. The Storylines are great fun, and Road to the Show is another great way to experience the ball game.