Eight-player matches, loads of challenges, and the best stage designs yet make this a no-brainer for anyone who likes to have fun
Players who invest the time to negotiate Path of Exile's steep learning curve are in for an incredibly satisfying and rewarding action/RPG
A wealth of tweaks and new additions like the World of Light campaign help to keep Ultimate from feeling like a greatest-hits retread
Whether you're new to the journey or playing to see how it ends, Broken Age is a wonderful coming-of-age tale that's worth the trip
Don't let the screen size fool you – Super Smash Bros. on 3DS is a riot, and it's worthy of the name
Don’t be intimidated by the series’ long history – this is an accessible starting point that’s likely to convert you into being a full-fledged fan
Yakuza 6 delivers both quality and quantity, so saying goodbye to Kiryu doesn't feel rushed
It's a new direction for the series, but Like a Dragon captures the essence of what came before while setting out on its own journey.
This impressive follow-up builds on its predecessor with emotional gut punches and unnerving visuals that stick with you
Ubisoft has inched the needle past the excellent Rayman Origins, delivering a great package with action, time-based challenges, chaotic multiplayer, and more
Every game has highlight-reel worthy moments, which is amazing considering the five-minute matches
I wanted to replay it the instant I finished
The long and short of it is that this is simply Diablo III on Switch. It's the same great game, featuring frenzied action, alluring gameplay loops, and few technical compromises
Most of us have had intense moments with Tetris, but Tetris Effect's masterful musical accompaniment makes it emotionally resonant as well
Link's Awakening was home to some of the best classic-era dungeon designs and bosses in the series, and this remake is a reminder of (or introduction to) its legacy
Dragon Quest Builders 2 is a fantastic sequel that expands on the original in almost every imaginable way
A new challenge system reinvigorates the familiar core, providing a wonderful incentive to explore all of Animal Crossing's myriad activities. This cheerful life sim is the next best thing to an actual vacation
Pikmin 3's blend of strategic action and exploration is as captivating as ever, whether this is your maiden voyage or a return flight
Agent 47's journey ends on a high note, at least as far as players are concerned. New levels are memorable and cater to the freedom fans have come to expect
Players who associate Far Cry with explosions and massive gunfights might find the setting disappointing, but it's one of my favorite entries in the series yet