The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero review: politics and RPG battles collide
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero puts together a politically engaging story, fun gameplay, and likable heroes into one epic RPG.
Soulstice review: an enjoyable AA throwback with one fatal flaw
Soulstice is a AA through and through; it's quite ambitious, but some flaws hold it back from true greatness.
Metal: Hellsinger review: this headbanging shooter is a bit one-note
Metal: Hellsinger makes up for its one-note rhythm-shooting with a fantastic metal soundtrack.
Splatoon 3 review: the antidote to your modern multiplayer woes
Splatoon 3 spares no expenses in delivering a wildly fun experience whether you're in it for single or multiplayer.
Steelrising review: a creative Soulslike attempt that struggles to execute
Steelrising has some big ideas for the Soulslike genre, but it can't quite deliver on its grand vision.
Rumbleverse review: This battle royale is a knockout
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 review: Revolutionizing gaming in a new way
The Last of Us Part I is incredible, superfluous, and necessary all in one complicated remake package.
Immortality review: getting some real Persona (1966) vibes
Immortality is a haunting work of interactive fiction that questions our at-times uncomfortable relationship with art.
Madden NFL 23 review: not a fumble, but still lost yardage
Madden NFL 23 has better gameplay than Madden NFL 22, but not much else is improved.
Saints Row review: This open-world reboot is Grand Theft Adequate
Saints Row is perfectly fine, but that lack of ambition is disappointing considering the series' wild reputation.
Soul Hackers 2 review: stylish JRPG tells more than it shows
Soul Hackers 2's excellent RPG gameplay helps make up for a disappointingly forgettable story.
Razer Barracuda Pro review: Finally, a gaming headset that won’t embarrass you
The Razer Barracuda Pro is a gaming headset with a mercifully discrete design, though not without key sacrifices.
MultiVersus review: corporate-mandated fighting game fun
Despite its corporate presentation and premise, MultiVersus succeeds at being a fun game for casuals and hardcore players alike,
Cult of the Lamb review: Midsommar by way of Animal Crossing
Though its roguelite component is lacking, Cult of the Lamb excels as a darkly comedic management sim.
Digimon Survive review: two genres, one pretty good package
Digimon Survive takes the series in a new hybrid direction and does it well ... for the most part.
RiotPWR Xbox Edition review: The best cloud gaming controller you shouldn’t buy
The RiotPWR Xbox Edition is a fine cloud gaming option, but one that's hard to recommend in 2022.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 review: The best RPG story I’ve played in ages
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 isn't the most elegant RPG, but its excellent story makes up for its shortcomings.
Live A Live Review: Classic RPG saves the best moments for last
Live A Live is a fun JRPG remake that features clever gameplay and unique story mechanics, though it doesn't come together until the very end.
Stray review: Sci-fi cat game is much more than an adorable meme
Stray isn't just an adorable cat game. It's a thoughtful sci-fi story about the intersection of the natural and mechanical world.
As Dusk Falls review: Xbox’s atypical narrative adventure leaves a strong mark
As Dusk Falls' motion comic-like presentation and compelling crime drama narrative help it stand out in the narrative adventure game space.
Escape Academy review: Escape room fun, minus the stakes
Escape Academy lovingly recreates the joys of real-world escape rooms, though it struggles to create stakes.
Yurukill: The Calumniation Games review: The whole is less than the sum of its parts
Yurukill: The Calumniation has engaging gameplay mechanics in the spur of the moment, but it's missing a narrative justification that ties them all together.
Razer Kishi V2 review: Mobile gaming controller borrows from the best
Razer Kishi V2 copies Backbone's notes, but is ultimately one of the best mobile gaming controllers on the market.
SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless review: An enthusiast’s gaming keyboard
The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless is the company's first 60% gaming keyboard, and it lives up to the hype despite its obscenely high price.
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes review: Don’t underestimate this Switch standout
Though Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes lacks variety, it makes up for that with surprising RPG depth worthy of the Three Houses' throne.
Neon White review: Creative shooter is a heavenly delight
Neon White is a sharp takedown of religious fanaticism that revels in its sinfully entertaining card-based gun-platforming.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge review: A shell of a time
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is a game that welcomes both Turtles fans and beat-'em-up lovers alike.
HyperX Cloud Mix earbuds review: A gamer’s take on true wireless
HyperX is entering the world of true wireless earbuds with the Cloud Mix earbuds, and they're a solid first attempt despite their high price tag.
Mario Strikers: Battle League review: I’m sensing a trend
Mario Strikers: Battle League is yet another Switch game that delivers excellent bones and no meat.
Kao the Kangaroo review: An obscure but welcome revival
Kao the Kangaroo nails the basics of gameplay, so it's an enjoyable retro revival despite a lackluster story.
Sniper Elite 5 review: Your senator’s going to freak out
Sniper Elite 5 delivers a fresh take on World War 2 with its immersive sim hooks, even if it doesn't have anything new to say about the conflict.
Hardspace: Shipbreaker review: Solidarity in space
Hardspace: Shipbreaker is a one-of-a-kind anti-puzzle game that's not afraid to advocate for workers' rights.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless review: A new standard
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless takes the best gaming headset and makes it better, and it's the top premium headset you can buy in 2022.
Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong review: A dense meal
Vampire: The Masquerade -- Swansong is an impressive narrative RPG that isn't too friendly to World of Darkness newcomers.