Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth review - fully reincarnated By Cat Bussell published 22 February 24 Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is a thrilling, emotional adventure that does justice to the original while taking bold risks of its own.
I've reviewed dozens of gaming laptops, and the new Razer Blade 16 with Nvidia's RTX 5090 is one of the best I've ever seen By Christian Guyton published 28 March 25 Razer's Blade 16 with Nvidia RTX 5090 is an absolute beast of a gaming laptop - but the price tag is a bitter pill to swallow.
Eternal Strands review: magic monster hunting By Alan Wen published 27 January 25 Eternal Strands is a Zelda-cum-Colossus-cum-Monster Hunter action RPG elevated by its unique physics-based magic
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles review: a revamped classic that's a must-play for any tactical RPG fan By Harry Padoan published 24 September 25 Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a largely successful remaster of a classic tactical RPG, and its message is more potent now than ever.
Octopath Traveler 0 is yet another fantastic RPG for the series, but it’s less Octopath than ever By Hamish Hector published 3 December 25 Octopath Traveler 0 is another excellent RPG in this new-era classic franchise but less Octopath than ever.
Lost Soul Aside is Final Fantasy meets Devil May Cry... and some jank By George Yang published 7 September 25 Lost Soul Aside is a competently made action game filled with phenomenal combat and cinematic battles.
Avowed is a captivating journey through a dreamlike fantasy world that I simply can’t get enough of By Rhys Wood published 13 February 25 Avowed shines with a fantasy world that’s easy to get lost in - both literally and figuratively.
I was already sold on Atelier Yumia as an RPG, but I wasn’t expecting it to have my favorite crafting system in all of gaming By Rhys Wood published 14 March 25 Atelier Yumia’s quick-paced battles and exploration join a phenomenal crafting system to make for one of 2025’s best RPGs.
Infinity Nikki review: a cozy, creative, and colorful romp By Jason Rodriguez published 3 December 24 Infinity Nikki is an open-world role-playing game (RPG) where you set out to acquire dazzling and divine dresses like a fashionista savior.
I’ve spent 20 hours in Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster on Nintendo Switch 2, and not much has changed, but that’s okay By Alicia Haddick published 15 June 25 Bravely the same
I attempted to best the desert in Dune: Awakening’s engaging survival MMO and fell prey to the sandworms and sunburn By Sarah Thwaites published 18 June 25 Dune: Awakening is a survival MMO where players need to manage their hydration and shelter as they try to become one with the desert.
Razer Blade 14 (2024) review: premium performance on the go By John Loeffler published 29 April 24 The Razer Blade 14 (2024) brings potent upgrades in a sleek, compact frame, blending portability with powerful gaming prowess... if you can afford it, that is.
I rode a dragon, sizzled as a sausage, and won a dance-off with a monkey in Split Fiction, and that’s not even the half of it By Amelia Schwanke published 4 March 25 Split Fiction completely reimagines what a co-op platformer should be and provides a refreshing blast of creativity.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter scratched my JRPG itch in the best way, and is easily one of 2025’s greatest remakes By Harry Padoan published 12 October 25 Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is an exemplary remake with exceptional quality of life upgrades, visuals, and combat.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma on Nintendo Switch 2 is the biggest portable time sink since I was hooked on Animal Crossing By Lloyd Coombes published 25 June 25 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a delightful blend of RPG and social sim that respects a player’s time and reciprocates constantly
After one and a half playthroughs, Tales of Xillia Remastered has proven that this old RPG was worthy of an upgrade By Michael Murphy published 8 November 25 Being on the run never felt so good
More than 40 hours in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and its staggeringly beautiful world have made me a turn-based combat convert By Rob Dwiar published 28 April 25 I’ve immersed myself in the staggering beauty of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for more than 40 hours, and love everything about its combat, world, and story.
I’ve been testing gaming headsets for 14 years, and after 27 hours with the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless, I can tell it’s the real deal By Phil Iwaniuk published 3 June 25 The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X Wireless is a multi-platform wireless gaming headset with rapid charging, dual-wireless connectivity and a mobile app full of presets.
Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition remains one of the most ambitious and breathtaking RPG experiences a decade on from its original release By Rhys Wood published 18 March 25 Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition might just be the best RPG on Nintendo Switch, just as it was on the Wii U.
I had low expectations for Borderlands 4 – but it’s now one of my favorite games of the year By Rhys Wood published 11 September 25 Borderlands 4 is a roaring success, firmly finding its feet after two incredibly divisive entries.
Fast Fusion is a real technical showcase for Switch 2, but one that won’t live long in the memory By Rhys Wood published 21 July 25 Fast Fusion is arguably the most graphically impressive Switch 2 game, but it won’t give you many reasons to keep coming back.
I was drawn to South of Midnight by its masterful audio and visual presentation but fell in love with its incredible exploration and combat By Ural Garrett published 3 April 25 Saving the world with a supernatural needle and thread
Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition review: a marvelous remaster of a game that’s aged tremendously By Rhys Wood published 28 June 24 Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition successfully brings one of Ubisoft's best-ever games into the modern era.
I tested OpenNMS and found it excels at handling large-scale networks By Ritoban Mukherjee published 1 September 25 OpenNMS delivers robust network monitoring with comprehensive fault detection and performance analytics, but demands significant technical expertise.
Despite its co-op framework feeling stuck in the past, after 30 hours with Elden Ring Nightreign, I just want to keep playing it for years By Echo Apsey published 28 May 25 Elden Ring Nightreign is a fascinating and addictive co-op adventure that shows what can be done by reusing and retooling an existing game.
Razer Blade 14 (2025) review: the only gaming laptop I’d happily carry everywhere By John Loeffler published 10 September 25 The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is one of the best thin and light gaming laptops you're going to find today, assuming you can afford its premium price.
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake: a glorious revival of two JRPG classics By Harry Padoan published 29 October 25 Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake takes two classic JRPGs and transports them into the modern era with finesse and grace.
Sword Of The Sea is a technicolor trip of a game from the makers of Journey By Ben Gilbert published 6 September 25 Mind-bending mechanics and cosmic backdrops deliver an allegory for our collapsing ecosystem and the immensity of nature.
Monster Hunter Wilds review: a hyper-evolved offering that’s all killer, no filler By Jake Green last updated 27 February 25 Monster Hunter Wilds is a bold and beautiful continuation of its predecessor’s approach to streamlining the once-niche series.
I’ve spent over 300 hours in Fortnite, and the Nintendo Switch 2 edition is slowly becoming my favorite way to play the game By Scott McCrae published 17 June 25 I've seen things you people wouldn't believe… Hank Hill throwing it back to Sabrina Carpenter…