Video Games

The Pioneers: Surviving Desolation has promise for an early-access game, but it is currently bogged down by some serious bugs.

Fire Emblem: Engage delivers a gameplay experience that celebrates what came before with deep tactics even as it lacks some personality.

Monster Hunter Rise manages to expand the series’ core while making it more accessible to newcomers, making it one of the best in the series.

Forspoken struggles with its side quests and technical decisions but impresses with the excellent gameplay and character interactions.

One Piece Odyssey marks the 25th anniversary of One Piece in style, with a unique story that takes the Straw Hats to new heights.

World Championship Boxing Manager 2 is a wonderful experience for both management simulators and boxing fans.

Shieldmaiden: Remix Edition, while having a fun premise, ended up being overtly tedious rather than fun, but it’s still just okay.

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider provides a short but enjoyable experience with its focus on tight, responsive action.

Children of Silentown sinks you into a world that is eerily beautiful and holds you there with music and thoughtful exploration.

One Step After Fall follows its protagonist Steve in his struggles with depression in a way that is atmospheric but unengaging.