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World of Sea Battle

World of Sea Battle

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
75
Metacritic
—
World of Sea Battle

World of Sea Battle

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
N/A
Critics
—
Steam
75
Metacritic
—
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
+10.2

Latest Review

André Custódio at República DG

Nov 16, 2025 | Score 55

“Uncreative and extremely boring, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a huge disrespect to one of the most important RPG franchises.”

Critics
62
Steam
55
Metacritic
48
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025

Latest review: André Custódio at República DG

Nov 16, 2025 | Score 55

“Uncreative and extremely boring, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a huge disrespect to one of the most important RPG franchises.”

Painkiller

Painkiller

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
+14.7

Latest Review

Stuart Cullen at TechStomper

Dec 21, 2025 | Score 50

“Painkiller (2025) is a solid, if often flawed, co-op reimagining of a retro shooter that could have, honestly, been called anything else.”

Critics
60
Steam
56
Metacritic
35
Painkiller

Painkiller

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025

Latest review: Stuart Cullen at TechStomper

Dec 21, 2025 | Score 50

“Painkiller (2025) is a solid, if often flawed, co-op reimagining of a retro shooter that could have, honestly, been called anything else.”

Ninja Gaiden 4

Ninja Gaiden 4

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
-2.5

Latest Review

Alex Patsy at Lords Of Gaming

Feb 2, 2026 | Score 80

“Ninja Gaiden 4 is a triumphant return for a franchise that has long defined high-intensity action gaming. While its narrative and level design occasionally falter, these shortcomings are far outweighed by a combat system that is fluid, fast, and deeply satisfying. The collaboration between Team Ninja and PlatinumGames pays off in spades, bringing new mechanics like Yakumo’s BloodRaven form and weapon transformations that inject variety and excitement into every encounter. Ultimately, Ninja Gaiden 4 delivers exactly what fans have been hoping for: relentless, skill-based action that honors the series’ legacy while introducing fresh gameplay innovations. It may not redefine storytelling in action games, however, when it comes to pure, exhilarating combat, Ninja Gaiden 4 firmly stakes its claim as a standout entry and a worthy continuation of the legendary franchise.”

Critics
82
Steam
88
Metacritic
81
Ninja Gaiden 4
Jurassic World Evolution 3

Jurassic World Evolution 3

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025
-6.5

Latest Review

Burcu Arabacı at Oyungezer Online

Jan 14, 2026 | Score 90

“If they had also integrated swimming and flying dinosaurs into a natural park environment, it would have been a perfect 10 for me; still, it ended up being the best dinosaur park game to date and my favorite Management/Tycoon game I’ve ever played.”

Critics
83
Steam
93
Metacritic
86
Jurassic World Evolution 3

Jurassic World Evolution 3

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025

Latest review: Burcu Arabacı at Oyungezer Online

Jan 14, 2026 | Score 90

“If they had also integrated swimming and flying dinosaurs into a natural park environment, it would have been a perfect 10 for me; still, it ended up being the best dinosaur park game to date and my favorite Management/Tycoon game I’ve ever played.”

Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim

Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025
-13.4

Latest Review

Davide Fanelli at CrazyGameCommunity.it

Oct 20, 2025 | Score 65

“Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim is a half-successful experiment, a title that shines with ideas but stumbles in execution.”

Critics
65
Steam
78
Metacritic
—
Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim

Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025

Latest review: Davide Fanelli at CrazyGameCommunity.it

Oct 20, 2025 | Score 65

“Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim is a half-successful experiment, a title that shines with ideas but stumbles in execution.”

Schoolteacher Simulator

Schoolteacher Simulator

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025
-48.8

Latest Review

Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Mar 27, 2026 | Score 20

“Seemingly a high school teaching simulator made by people who may never have gone to a normal high school… and that’s all jank, all the time”

Critics
20
Steam
69
Metacritic
—
Schoolteacher Simulator

Schoolteacher Simulator

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025

Latest review: Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Mar 27, 2026 | Score 20

“Seemingly a high school teaching simulator made by people who may never have gone to a normal high school… and that’s all jank, all the time”

DREAMOUT

DREAMOUT

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025
-35.1

Latest Review

Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Oct 30, 2025 | Score 58

“Simply an odd adventure that doesn’t feel like a cohesive whole as much as a series of things to accomplish”

Critics
58
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
DREAMOUT

DREAMOUT

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025

Latest review: Justin Nation at Nindie Spotlight

Oct 30, 2025 | Score 58

“Simply an odd adventure that doesn’t feel like a cohesive whole as much as a series of things to accomplish”

Escape the Cradle

Escape the Cradle

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025
-14.4

Latest Review

James Luff at LadiesGamers.com

Oct 20, 2025 | Score 75

“Escape the Cradle won’t be for everyone. If you’re the type of player who needs to be fully hands-on, this probably won’t scratch your itch. But if you like the idea of a light roguelite that happily runs in the background while you multitask, this one has a certain addictive charm. With about 4 hours of content (stretched further depending on how you play), it’s an unusual but surprisingly enjoyable little package. I was more drawn in than I expected, and for the right price, I’d say it’s worth giving a shot. At the very least, the free demo makes it easy to test the waters”

Critics
75
Steam
89
Metacritic
—
Escape the Cradle

Escape the Cradle

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025
ILA: A Frosty Glide

ILA: A Frosty Glide

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025
-19.8

Latest Review

Nathan Hermanson at video games are good

Dec 2, 2025 | Score 85

“There's a reason a game like ILA: A Frosty Glide has been prominent at events like Wholesome Directs, and it's apparent from the moment you put your hands on it. It's an incredible ambassador for the cozy game movement, enveloping its players in the warm blanket of good movement, lo-fi music, and a self-empowering narrative. If you're looking for a game to get you right into that winter mood, look no further.”

Critics
78
Steam
98
Metacritic
—
ILA: A Frosty Glide

ILA: A Frosty Glide

Release Date: Oct 20, 2025

Latest review: Nathan Hermanson at video games are good

Dec 2, 2025 | Score 85

T

The Journey Down Trilogy

Release Date: Oct 19, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

Chris "Atom" DeAngelus at Worth Playing

Feb 4, 2021 | Score 85 | Pre-release Review

“The Journey Down is an enjoyable adventure title that doesn't break new ground, but it doesn't need to. It's well written, has delightful art and audio, and is everything that an adventure game needs to be. The somewhat weaker first chapter drags down the experience a little, but once you get past that, The Journey Down fires on all cylinders until the end. If you grew up on LucasArts adventure titles, The Journey Down is the game for you.”

Critics
83
Steam
—
Metacritic
—
T

The Journey Down Trilogy

Release Date: Oct 19, 2025

Latest review: Chris "Atom" DeAngelus at Worth Playing

Feb 4, 2021 | Score 85 | Pre-release Review

Lumo 2

Lumo 2

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

Jim Smale at Gert Lush Gaming

Nov 5, 2025 | Score 74

“Lumo 2 is a puzzle-heavy metroidvania that’s not for everyone, but if you click with its style, it’s a rewarding ride. It’s a game for particular players who enjoy quirky challenges, retro vibes, and layered puzzle design. The lack of guidance and accessibility might frustrate some, but those who embrace its eccentricity will find a game that’s both nostalgic and inventive.”

Critics
73
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
Lumo 2

Lumo 2

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025

Latest review: Jim Smale at Gert Lush Gaming

Nov 5, 2025 | Score 74

“Lumo 2 is a puzzle-heavy metroidvania that’s not for everyone, but if you click with its style, it’s a rewarding ride. It’s a game for particular players who enjoy quirky challenges, retro vibes, and layered puzzle design. The lack of guidance and accessibility might frustrate some, but those who embrace its eccentricity will find a game that’s both nostalgic and inventive.”

Unbox the Room

Unbox the Room

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025
-18.1

Latest Review

Lyssa Greywood at Screen Hype

Oct 16, 2025 | Score 65 | Pre-release Review

“Beyond sandbox mode, there isn’t much here that feels new. Unbox the Room follows a familiar formula that’s been used by many isometric organising games over the past year. It’s a genre that could use a break, and while this game adds its own touch of charm, it doesn’t stray far from what’s been done before.”

Critics
65
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Unbox the Room

Unbox the Room

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025

Latest review: Lyssa Greywood at Screen Hype

Oct 16, 2025 | Score 65 | Pre-release Review

“Beyond sandbox mode, there isn’t much here that feels new. Unbox the Room follows a familiar formula that’s been used by many isometric organising games over the past year. It’s a genre that could use a break, and while this game adds its own touch of charm, it doesn’t stray far from what’s been done before.”

Kokoro Kitchen

Kokoro Kitchen

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025
-2.9

Latest Review

Kalina Mikova at LadiesGamers.com

Oct 28, 2025 | Score 95

“While Kokoro Kitchen is by no means reinventing the genre, with its colorful and cozy visuals and no stress gameplay, it is a pleasant enough game to pass the time if you like farm-to-table restaurant managing games. I don’t usually play a lot of restaurant management games, but I really liked how cozy and stress-free Kokoro Kitchen was, and I spent a lot more time there than in other games.”

Critics
88
Steam
90
Metacritic
—
Kokoro Kitchen

Kokoro Kitchen

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025

Latest review: Kalina Mikova at LadiesGamers.com

Oct 28, 2025 | Score 95

This Is No Cave

This Is No Cave

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025
-27.3

Latest Review

Alissa Worley at BioGamer Girl

Feb 12, 2026 | Score 70

“A one-click ballet of thrusts and grapples: fast, unforgiving, and utterly addictive.”

Critics
70
Steam
97
Metacritic
—
This Is No Cave

This Is No Cave

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025

Latest review: Alissa Worley at BioGamer Girl

Feb 12, 2026 | Score 70

“A one-click ballet of thrusts and grapples: fast, unforgiving, and utterly addictive.”

Keeper

Keeper

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025
-1.2

Latest Review

Christos Chatzisavvas at Enternity.gr

Dec 30, 2025 | Score 90

“Keeper is one of the most unique video games we saw in 2025, and you have to try it!”

Critics
83
Steam
92
Metacritic
76
Keeper

Keeper

Release Date: Oct 17, 2025

Latest review: Christos Chatzisavvas at Enternity.gr

Dec 30, 2025 | Score 90

“Keeper is one of the most unique video games we saw in 2025, and you have to try it!”

Randomax

Randomax

Release Date: Oct 16, 2025
-19.5

Latest Review

Rachel Poli at Pure Nintendo

Jan 9, 2026 | Score 90

“While the story isn't needed, RANDOMAX is packed with fast-paced bullet hell action with short bursts of addictive gameplay.”

Critics
73
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
Randomax

Randomax

Release Date: Oct 16, 2025

Latest review: Rachel Poli at Pure Nintendo

Jan 9, 2026 | Score 90

“While the story isn't needed, RANDOMAX is packed with fast-paced bullet hell action with short bursts of addictive gameplay.”

Reach

Reach

Release Date: Oct 16, 2025
+9.0

Latest Review

Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

Nov 18, 2025 | Score 80

“Dreams has delivered another great VR title, as it’s an impressive showcase of what VR action-adventure can be. It’s a combination of great movement, cinematic storytelling, and finely tuned combat. The environments are rich and atmospheric, and the spatial audio pulls you deep into its world. The voice performances bring real emotional weight to the journey. While it’s not the longest game out there, every hour feels purposeful — packed with discovery, danger, and beauty. The intuitive controls and strong sense of momentum make exploration genuinely exhilarating, and the narrative balances mystery with heart. Reach receives the Thumb Culture Gold Award. I really wanted to give the Platinum, but with the bugs and glitches was hard.”

Critics
76
Steam
67
Metacritic
—
Reach

Reach

Escape from Duckov

Escape from Duckov

Release Date: Oct 16, 2025
-5.7

Latest Review

Chris "Atom" DeAngelus at Worth Playing

Dec 17, 2025 | Score 75

“Escape From Duckov is a pleasant surprise provided you have the patience for it. The focus on solo play for an extraction shooter relieves the game of any obvious griefing from overly ambitious players. The slow progression may irk those looking for constant action, but it also will please those players who appreciate being surprised by tense standoffs that start and end quickly. Even if the concept may have started out as a joke, the game shows that it can take itself seriously and provide an enjoyable experience. Unless you absolutely need native controller support, Escape from Duckov is a game worth checking out if you've always been interested in the extraction shooter concept but want to do so without real people constantly hunting you down.”

Critics
77
Steam
84
Metacritic
81
Escape from Duckov

Escape from Duckov

P

Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Release Date: Oct 16, 2025
+29.2

Latest Review

RPGamer Staff at RPGamer

Jan 15, 2026 | Score 70

“Pokémon Legends Z-A turned out to be a pleasant romp, a delightful return to a part of the game world I hadn’t seen in over a decade, and the chance to learn many new and interesting words in French.”

Critics
77
Steam
—
Metacritic
48
P

Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Release Date: Oct 16, 2025

Latest review: RPGamer Staff at RPGamer

Jan 15, 2026 | Score 70

“Pokémon Legends Z-A turned out to be a pleasant romp, a delightful return to a part of the game world I hadn’t seen in over a decade, and the chance to learn many new and interesting words in French.”

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+10.2
Critics
62
Steam
55
Metacritic
48
+14.7
Critics
60
Steam
56
Metacritic
35

Ninja Gaiden 4

Release Date: Oct 21, 2025

Latest review: Alex Patsy at Lords Of Gaming

Feb 2, 2026 | Score 80

“Ninja Gaiden 4 is a triumphant return for a franchise that has long defined high-intensity action gaming. While its narrative and level design occasionally falter, these shortcomings are far outweighed by a combat system that is fluid, fast, and deeply satisfying. The collaboration between Team Ninja and PlatinumGames pays off in spades, bringing new mechanics like Yakumo’s BloodRaven form and weapon transformations that inject variety and excitement into every encounter. Ultimately, Ninja Gaiden 4 delivers exactly what fans have been hoping for: relentless, skill-based action that honors the series’ legacy while introducing fresh gameplay innovations. It may not redefine storytelling in action games, however, when it comes to pure, exhilarating combat, Ninja Gaiden 4 firmly stakes its claim as a standout entry and a worthy continuation of the legendary franchise.”

-2.5
Critics
82
Steam
88
Metacritic
81
-6.5
Critics
83
Steam
93
Metacritic
86
-13.4
Critics
65
Steam
78
Metacritic
—
-48.8
Critics
20
Steam
69
Metacritic
—
-35.1
Critics
58
Steam
93
Metacritic
—

Latest review: James Luff at LadiesGamers.com

Oct 20, 2025 | Score 75

“Escape the Cradle won’t be for everyone. If you’re the type of player who needs to be fully hands-on, this probably won’t scratch your itch. But if you like the idea of a light roguelite that happily runs in the background while you multitask, this one has a certain addictive charm. With about 4 hours of content (stretched further depending on how you play), it’s an unusual but surprisingly enjoyable little package. I was more drawn in than I expected, and for the right price, I’d say it’s worth giving a shot. At the very least, the free demo makes it easy to test the waters”

-14.4
Critics
75
Steam
89
Metacritic
—

“There's a reason a game like ILA: A Frosty Glide has been prominent at events like Wholesome Directs, and it's apparent from the moment you put your hands on it. It's an incredible ambassador for the cozy game movement, enveloping its players in the warm blanket of good movement, lo-fi music, and a self-empowering narrative. If you're looking for a game to get you right into that winter mood, look no further.”

-19.8
Critics
78
Steam
98
Metacritic
—

“The Journey Down is an enjoyable adventure title that doesn't break new ground, but it doesn't need to. It's well written, has delightful art and audio, and is everything that an adventure game needs to be. The somewhat weaker first chapter drags down the experience a little, but once you get past that, The Journey Down fires on all cylinders until the end. If you grew up on LucasArts adventure titles, The Journey Down is the game for you.”

N/A
Critics
83
Steam
—
Metacritic
—
N/A
Critics
73
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
-18.1
Critics
65
Steam
83
Metacritic
—

“While Kokoro Kitchen is by no means reinventing the genre, with its colorful and cozy visuals and no stress gameplay, it is a pleasant enough game to pass the time if you like farm-to-table restaurant managing games. I don’t usually play a lot of restaurant management games, but I really liked how cozy and stress-free Kokoro Kitchen was, and I spent a lot more time there than in other games.”

-2.9
Critics
88
Steam
90
Metacritic
—
-27.3
Critics
70
Steam
97
Metacritic
—
-1.2
Critics
83
Steam
92
Metacritic
76
-19.5
Critics
73
Steam
93
Metacritic
—
Release Date: Oct 16, 2025

Latest review: Thumb Culture Staff at Thumb Culture

Nov 18, 2025 | Score 80

“Dreams has delivered another great VR title, as it’s an impressive showcase of what VR action-adventure can be. It’s a combination of great movement, cinematic storytelling, and finely tuned combat. The environments are rich and atmospheric, and the spatial audio pulls you deep into its world. The voice performances bring real emotional weight to the journey. While it’s not the longest game out there, every hour feels purposeful — packed with discovery, danger, and beauty. The intuitive controls and strong sense of momentum make exploration genuinely exhilarating, and the narrative balances mystery with heart. Reach receives the Thumb Culture Gold Award. I really wanted to give the Platinum, but with the bugs and glitches was hard.”

+9.0
Critics
76
Steam
67
Metacritic
—
Release Date: Oct 16, 2025

Latest review: Chris "Atom" DeAngelus at Worth Playing

Dec 17, 2025 | Score 75

“Escape From Duckov is a pleasant surprise provided you have the patience for it. The focus on solo play for an extraction shooter relieves the game of any obvious griefing from overly ambitious players. The slow progression may irk those looking for constant action, but it also will please those players who appreciate being surprised by tense standoffs that start and end quickly. Even if the concept may have started out as a joke, the game shows that it can take itself seriously and provide an enjoyable experience. Unless you absolutely need native controller support, Escape from Duckov is a game worth checking out if you've always been interested in the extraction shooter concept but want to do so without real people constantly hunting you down.”

-5.7
Critics
77
Steam
84
Metacritic
81
+29.2
Critics
77
Steam
—
Metacritic
48