When IO Interactive was first announced as developing a James Bond game, people connected the obvious dots: James Bond inspired Hitman, the series IO is best known for, so the studio seemed like a great fit to take on a proper 007 game. But it’s where those two experiences would…
Once imagined as an open-world spin-off of the Forza Motorsport series, Forza Horizon has grown into the main event. Across the last five games, the globe-trotting, open-world racing series has taken players from the Australian Outback to the beaches of Mexico and beyond. But…
In the underappreciated 2008 comedy Role Models, Christopher Mintz-Plasse's character, the exceedingly nerdy Augie, is asked if he likes Coca-Cola. "I like the idea of it more than I actually like it," he answers. I always found it a funny, confusing answer, but this fifth entry…
Mixtape offers a sincere, often hilarious look at growing up, set to an incredible soundtrack.
Goodnight Universe is beautiful and heartwrenching, just like its developer's previous effort.
Arc Raiders is an extraction shooter unlike any other, a totally unpredictable, immersive, thrilling story generator directed by the community.
PowerWash Sim was a breakout hit in 2021, and the sequel is a reminder of how that happened, though sometimes it feels like it's just punching in for work.
New developer Supermassive Games takes Little Nightmares in a familiar direction, though co-op does mix things up in a welcome way for the series.
Blippo+ defies what makes a video game in favor of chasing a bygone era in television.
Techland's expansion turned standalone sequel winds up being the most enjoyable Dying Light so far, because it dials back the power fantasy.
Lego Voyagers is a gorgeous and touching story of companionship built for two.
NBA 2K earns another year as the best annual sports game available.
Bloober Team follows its Silent Hill 2 remake with an original horror story that is tense throughout, though sometimes too punishing.
Okomotive's Journey-like adventure game delivers a strong emotional impact thanks to its memorable furry friends and a unique core concept.
Madden NFL 26 finally pairs the series' great on-field gameplay with a destination mode thanks to an impressive Franchise makeover.
