Game Reviews

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is a step up for the tactics series, with more creative combat that makes every turn a blast.

Scorn pays tribute to H. R. Giger with harrowing visuals that'll haunt your nightmares, but the horror game is better watched than played.

The Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld is the first device of its kind, but it doesn't prove that dedicated cloud gaming handhelds are necessary.

Valkyrie Elysium is a budget RPG that squanders lovely art design with bare-bones combat and a predictable story.

Gundam Evolution takes notes from Overwatch, but uses them to create a fresh, if imperfect, free-to-play shooter.

Desta: The Memories Between miniaturizes the tactics genre with a heartfelt mobile game about social anxiety and dodgeball.

Shovel Knight Dig is another spin-off success in Yacht Club's growing treasure trove of gems.

Square Enix seems to think the The DioField Chronicle could be the start of a new franchise, and it makes a strong case for that.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero puts together a politically engaging story, fun gameplay, and likable heroes into one epic RPG.

Soulstice is a AA through and through; it's quite ambitious, but some flaws hold it back from true greatness.

Metal: Hellsinger makes up for its one-note rhythm-shooting with a fantastic metal soundtrack.

Splatoon 3 spares no expenses in delivering a wildly fun experience whether you're in it for single or multiplayer.

Steelrising has some big ideas for the Soulslike genre, but it can't quite deliver on its grand vision.

Rumbleverse is a clever fusion of fighting games and battle royales that impresses even despite some of its early issues.

The Last of Us Part I is incredible, superfluous, and necessary all in one complicated remake package.

Immortality is a haunting work of interactive fiction that questions our at-times uncomfortable relationship with art.

Madden NFL 23 has better gameplay than Madden NFL 22, but not much else is improved.

Saints Row is perfectly fine, but that lack of ambition is disappointing considering the series' wild reputation.

Soul Hackers 2's excellent RPG gameplay helps make up for a disappointingly forgettable story.

The Razer Barracuda Pro is a gaming headset with a mercifully discrete design, though not without key sacrifices.

Despite its corporate presentation and premise, MultiVersus succeeds at being a fun game for casuals and hardcore players alike,

Though its roguelite component is lacking, Cult of the Lamb excels as a darkly comedic management sim.