Hyper Light Drifter
Hyper Light Drifter does its inspirations enough justice to warrant a recommendation, but it also hosts a number of imperfections that keep it from true greatness.
Sid Meier’s Civilization V
Despite all of the changes, this is still undeniably a Civilization game.
Control
Aspects that would unambiguously be flaws in another game are entirely appropriate in Control.
Cocoon
Cocoon is a uniquely meditative journey with a brilliant gameplay hook.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
I can’t say enough good things about Ori and the Will of the Wisps.
Balatro
Balatro is the distilled essence of its genre.
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater – Master Collection Version
MGS3 is overflowing with ideas, but it neglects the basics so thoroughly that actually playing it is a struggle more often than not.
Crypt of the NecroDancer: SYNCHRONY
Compared to the first DLC, SYNCHRONY is a scant offering.
Iron Lung
Iron Lung is one of the most memorable and visceral experiences in the medium.
Buckshot Roulette
I love Buckshot Roulette for what it is, and I’m extremely disappointed for what more it could have been.