Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Breathes Fresh Life Into the Series
With its focus on relationships, village building and a smooth combat system, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a natural evolution for the series. The Switch 2 version has strong characters, an emotional story and welcome streamlining without losing what makes the franchise special.
Iron Core: Mech Survivor Brings Bullet Heaven Mayhem to the Mech Genre
Iron Core: Mech Survivor may not have the same huge scale offered by titles like Battletech or MechWarrior, but this indie gem blends mech combat, roguelike progression, tower defense and bullet heaven chaos into a surprisingly addictive package.
Sengoku Dynasty Finds a Strong New Home on Consoles
The sprawling adventure of Sengoku Dynasty makes a smooth transition from PC to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. With improved combat controls and faster load times, the console edition feels right at home, even if a few clunky menu issues hold it back from perfection.
Deck of Haunts Turns Haunted Houses Into a Strategic and Spooky Card Game
Part deck-builder and part tower defense, Deck of Haunts puts players in control of a sentient haunted mansion determined to fend off unwanted guests. With great card mechanics, eerie atmosphere and a steep but rewarding learning curve, it’s a hauntingly fun choice for gamers looking to kick off spooky season in style.
Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition Modernizes Classic Medieval Warfare
When the original Stronghold Crusader was released in 2002, it was a huge leap forward for real-time strategy titles. Now, the definitive edition brings that glory back with new graphics, missions, maps, combat units and a rogues’ gallery of tricky AI opponents.
Family Friendly Upin and Ipin Universe Lets Kids and Parents Play Together
Upin and Ipin Universe is an open-world adventure based on the hit cartoon Upin and Ipin, and it captures the show’s charm and lively style with cooperative play that encourages families to share the adventure. Young fans will enjoy stepping into their favorite cartoon’s village.
Back to the Dawn Locks in Strategy and Style in an Entertaining Prison Adventure
Prison adventure Back to the Dawn blends noir drama and Lovecraftian weirdness into one of the most entertaining indie RPGs of the year. It includes over one hundred quests and several endings. Prison life has never been this strange, strategic or hilarious.
A Royal Gaze Changes Up Tower Defense in The King is Watching
When a kingdom’s peasants only work under the king’s direct gaze, every move counts. The King is Watching blends tower defense, auto-battler action and roguelike progression into one uniquely challenging package that will surprise even the most experienced armchair generals.
Descenders Next Balances Mountain and Snowboarding Action With Extreme Sports
Descenders Next takes the extreme downhill biking concept of the original and swaps in mountain and snowboards for a roguelike ride across random trails. While the controls take some getting used to, overall, it’s a ride worth taking.
Tales of the Shire Trades Epic Adventures for Heartwarming Hobbit Life
In a refreshing change from the usual action-packed Middle Earth fare, Tales of the Shire focuses on gardening, cooking and forging friendships. Cozy, charming and surprisingly deep, it’s the perfect title for anyone who’s ever dreamed of settling down in the Shire.