Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition
Button mashing in Hyrule Warriors doesn’t just grind the standard combat into a fine paste; it devours all of the adjacent mechanics.
Pikmin 3 Deluxe
The Deluxe rerelease adds so many improvements to Pikmin 3’s improvements that I’m confident in calling it at least better than the first game.
Subnautica
Subnautica rises not only above the stereotypes of survival games, but above all other expectations.
DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods – Part Two
Part Two is surprisingly anticlimactic, but the new gameplay additions keep the gory splendour fresh for another 6 hours.
DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods – Part One
It’s a testament to how exhilarating the rapid-fire brutality of DOOM Eternal was that even when it’s repeatedly kicking your face in, it’s still an absolute blast.
Firewatch
Firewatch will appeal to anyone looking for a second dose of Gone Home’s magic or a less experimental, more meaningful version of Dear Esther.
Minecraft
I both like and respect Minecraft, but I am continually astounded that it has reached such heights of popularity.
Valiant Hearts: The Great War
Valiant Hearts hopes to tap into the potential of story-focused WWI games, with mixed success.
Little Nightmares: Secrets of the Maw
The Residence is a strong finish to an otherwise humdrum expansion.
BIT.TRIP BEAT
BIT.TRIP BEAT attempts to answer the question, “What if Pong was a rhythm game?” It could have done so a lot more gracefully.