Atelier Dusk Trilogy Deluxe Pack
"It's certainly a trilogy that offers a lot of game time, and it's great that all of this content has been pulled together into one package."
Text: Roy Woodhouse
AO Tennis 2
"It's one of the finest tennis sims that we have seen this generation and it delivers a sizeable improvement over its predecessor."
Text: Kieran Harris
Dr Kawashima's Brain Training for Nintendo Switch
"Brain Training is a stimulating and captivating educational game that pushes you to play more thoughtfully."
Text: Fabrizia Malgieri
Vampire: The Masquerade - Coteries of New York
"It isn't a masterpiece, far from it, in fact. However, the game does offer a dark, intriguing story that stays faithful to the theme."
Text: Andreas Blom
Bubble Bobble 4 Friends
"At its core, it's an okay party platformer, but the limited number of levels makes the game feel stagnant after a while."
Text: Mikael Sundberg
Mosaic
"Mosaic has a way of making one relate to the hardships of the mundane and it's incredibly heavy going."
Lost Ember
"The story is magnificent, it boasts a brilliant soundtrack, and there's a great range of animals for you to take control of."
Text: Roy Woodhouse
Darksiders Genesis
"A welcome addition to a beloved franchise and the new perspective complements it well."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Simulacra
"We had a lot of fun and a lot of jumps when playing through, but we just need a bit of a breather before trying for the other endings."
Text: Sam Bishop
Blacksad: Under the Skin
"If you're a big Blacksad fan, you might be able to look past the problems, but everyone else should wait."
The Stretchers
"The game is a joy to experience, more so in co-op than in single-player, and it's sure to bring laughter to whoever plays it."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Black Future '88
"Black Future '88 is a challenging roguelike experience that offers lots of variety for fans of the genre to enjoy."
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Ben Lyons
The Lord of the Rings: Adventure Card Game
"The narrative is fun to follow, the game plays well and there are plenty of fun mechanics at play, it just doesn't go all the way."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Narcos: Rise of the Cartels
"It's one for the fans, and there are some good features in there, however, strange AI decisions made the missions a bit too easy at times."
Text: Roy Woodhouse
Sparklite
"With lots to explore and many allies to be made, we found ourselves wanting more at the end of our adventure"
Text: Gianfranco Lagioia
Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy
"It may not be a classic but it's still the best version of this adventure to date, and it comes with improved presentation and an additional 40 puzzles."
Text: Kieran Harris
Fractured Minds
"It's an interesting and thoroughly meaningful game, and one that should be experienced if you want an insight into some very important topics."
Text: Sam Bishop
Pokémon Sword/Shield
"Sword/Shield innovates by having one foot resting in the essence of what makes the Pokémon universe what it is today, while having the other dipped into new waters."
New Super Lucky's Tale
"Playful's game offers some of the best platforming outside of first-party titles on the Switch full stop."
Text: Sam Bishop
Resident Evil 6 on Switch
Originally released in 2012, the year in which the world was supposed to end, the post-zombie-apocalyptic sixth main instalment in Capcom's long-running, beloved...
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Ring Fit Adventure
"It's a great game with lots to offer that will result in a near-brutal amount of burnt calories across the gamer world."
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Jonas Mäki
Monaco: Complete Edition
"A rich and distinctive visual identity is complemented by a stellar soundtrack that enhances the playful tone and moment-to-moment experience."
Text: Mike Holmes
Resident Evil 5 on Switch
"Where the standard Switch controls fail this particular edition, its portability and motion controls keep it standing tall."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
"Just when the series appeared in danger of growing stale, Mario & Sonic have revitalised the formula."
Text: Kieran Harris
Lonely Mountains: Downhill
"Lonely Mountains: Downhill is a tough bike racer that features a variety of challenges and relaxing, alluring levels."
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Ben Lyons
Afterparty
"The story is really well-written, the graphics are great and the music is bold and fitting."
Heave Ho
"Playing on the Switch in handheld was a literal pain, but on the big screen Heave Ho is a fantastic little party game that everyone will enjoy until they hate it."
Text: Mike Holmes
Ice Age: Scrat's Nutty Adventure
"The lack of a scaling challenge alienates adults and older kids from having what could have been a lot of fun"
Text: Roy Woodhouse
Luigi's Mansion 3
"A great sequel to Dark Moon that brings all the best ghost hunting features and builds on them with interesting, fun mechanics."
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Ben Lyons
Doraemon Story of Seasons
"Doraemon Story of Seasons might not be the game generating the most buzz this season, but it's certainly a nice entry for Doraemon in the Western video game market."
Little Town Hero
"It's sad to see that Game Freak has stumbled when trying to branch out and deliver a new take on the JRPG genre."
Text: Kieran Harris
Overwatch for Nintendo Switch
"The opportunity to play Overwatch anywhere, without having to be anchored to a chair or the sofa in your living room, is priceless."
Text: Fabrizia Malgieri
Pig Eat Ball
"If you think you can stomach the repetition, we are sure that you will get a lot out of this quirky retro inspired indie."
Text: Kieran Harris
The Outer Worlds
"Players who enjoyed Fallout: New Vegas will be blown away by what Obsidian Entertainment has created with this interstellar adventure."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Stranded Sails: Explorers of the Cursed Islands
"If you're a fan of old school JRPGs or want something in the vein of Harvest Moon on the sea, maybe have a little look at this."
Text: Roy Woodhouse
Raging Loop
"You could do much worse than to play Raging Loop this Halloween, as it's a disturbing tale of paranoia, deceit, and mystery."
Text: Sam Bishop
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on Nintendo Switch
"Considering the sheer size, scale, and beauty of The Witcher 3, the port to the technologically-limited Switch is impressive."
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Ben Lyons
Felix the Reaper
"Pretty much everything about Felix the Reaper is unique, and the whole package is a breath of fresh air."
Text: Sam Bishop
A Knight's Quest
"A Knight's Quest is trying to be a greatest hits package of a load of other games. Unfortunately, there are plenty of titles out there that do what this is doing, except with better results."
Text: Sam Bishop
Family Tree
"If you want a game that doesn't require a lot of your time but lets you pick up and play easily, this is definitely one to pursue."
Text: Sam Bishop
Neo Cab
"It's an exploration of how to keep your morals with all these harsh realities, portraying the human side of a dystopia we've seen so often in the past."
Text: Sam Bishop
John Wick Hex
"The combination of action and strategy make for gameplay both fast-paced and continuously enjoyable, all over an original campaign that really brings Wick to life."
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Ben Lyons
Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered
"With the new Ghostbusters film being prepared, now's as good a time as ever to get into the franchise and live it for yourself."
Text: Sam Bishop
Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince
"A beautiful, whimsical tale of three lovable heroes embarking on an epic quest while taking the player along for the ride."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
AI: The Somnium Files
"It's a unique cocktail of dark moments mixed with over-the-top silliness, all of which combines with a web of mysteries to produce a very special game indeed."
Text: Sam Bishop
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair
"This is a worthy continuation of Yooka and Laylee's journey though, one that doesn't feel like a spinoff either."
Text: Sam Bishop
Untitled Goose Game
"It might only take a couple of hours to see the highlights, but they'll be two of the most entertaining hours you'll spend with a game this year."
Text: Mike Holmes
Devil's Hunt
"The only things that truly set it apart from its inspirations are the odd platforming sections and its earth-set sequences."
Text: Lisa Dahlgren
Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
"Its charm lies in how faithful it remains to the original, and how it keeps the essence of a video game legend."
Text: Juan A. Fonseca
FIFA 20
"FIFA 20 is a top-level game in terms of content and value. That said, the gameplay falters."
Text: Ricardo C. Esteves and Sam Bishop