Outside of its fantastic roguelike mode, this is an incredibly banal package of stereotypical, unlikeable characters, average combat, and an absurdly bloated runtime.

My entry point into the modern JRPG that, despite showing its age compared to Reload and Royal, stands the test of time due to its winning gameplay formula and a likeable, nuanced cast of characters.

Aging far better than it should have, the unique hacking gameplay, varied mission design, and rich world of Chicago allows Watch_Dogs to overcome the digital shadow cast by its infamous marketing.

A pitch-perfect translation of that classic film trilogy to a AAA video game, The Great Circle is flawless down to the last, minute details.

An exceptional sequel that is equal parts grandiose, savage and emotionally nuanced, Ragnarök is the peak of Sony’s cinematic formula.

Space Marine 2’s incredible combat and game mode variety lay a fantastic foundation, providing a package that is greater than the sum of its parts.

A graphical masterclass attached to a nuanced plot and iterative but enjoyable mechanics, Hellblade 2 is a solid sequel that should satisfy fans of the original.

While it may not deviate much from its inspirations and it is quite short, UNDETECTED offers a simple and competent stealth adventure with good AI, a solid gadget selection, and fair difficulty.

Infinite is a decent shooter, but a painfully mediocre entry into a franchise that stands for so much more. An impressive downgrade from the incredible games preceding it.

Ghostrunner 2’s expanded combat, widely diverse and consistently fun levels and scenarios, improved writing, and fantastic roguelike mode makes the original game look like a first draft in comparison.