Loom
Loom manages to tell a great story on top of its mold-shattering gameplay.
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.
Super Paper Mario
I find myself agreeing with Super Paper Mario’s initial mixed reception.
Cocoon
Cocoon is a uniquely meditative journey with a brilliant gameplay hook.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Arceus represents a significant course correction that’s rejuvenated my excitement for the franchise.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
I can’t say enough good things about Ori and the Will of the Wisps.
God of War II
God of War II is a very entertaining game that I’m kind of embarrassed to admit to being entertained by.
Balatro
Balatro is the distilled essence of its genre.