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The Knightling

The Knightling

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
-15.6

Latest Review

Russell Archey at Gaming Nexus

Sep 29, 2025 | Score 80

“The Knightling is quite reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild in terms of game flow: you have your main quest line and a vast world to explore, with plenty of side quests to help improve your abilities. The only sticking point I had was that combat can be a bit rough when multiple enemies are involved, and enemies have a habit of popping up behind you without warning. Aside from that, The Knightling definitely helped me scratch my open-world adventure itch.”

Critics
73
Steam
88
Metacritic
—
The Knightling

The Knightling

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: Russell Archey at Gaming Nexus

Sep 29, 2025 | Score 80

“The Knightling is quite reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild in terms of game flow: you have your main quest line and a vast world to explore, with plenty of side quests to help improve your abilities. The only sticking point I had was that combat can be a bit rough when multiple enemies are involved, and enemies have a habit of popping up behind you without warning. Aside from that, The Knightling definitely helped me scratch my open-world adventure itch.”

-15.6
Critics
73
Steam
88
Metacritic
—
Super Robot Wars Y

Super Robot Wars Y

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
-6.5

Latest Review

GameMAG Staff at GameMAG

Dec 21, 2025 | Score 70

“It's somewhat disappointing that the game occasionally loses momentum due to pacing issues, the lack of full voice acting, and very basic visual presentation. That said, if you push through the drawn-out introduction, you'll find a genuinely engaging tactical role-playing game.”

Critics
77
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
Super Robot Wars Y

Super Robot Wars Y

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: GameMAG Staff at GameMAG

Dec 21, 2025 | Score 70

“It's somewhat disappointing that the game occasionally loses momentum due to pacing issues, the lack of full voice acting, and very basic visual presentation. That said, if you push through the drawn-out introduction, you'll find a genuinely engaging tactical role-playing game.”

-6.5
Critics
77
Steam
83
Metacritic
—
K

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
+0.4

Latest Review

Roberto Moran at NextPlay

Jan 27, 2026 | Score 85

“Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Starcrossed World doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it doesn’t need to. It polishes and enhances nearly every aspect of the original release and adds enough meaningful content to stand on its own. This isn’t just a better version of a good game; it’s a masterclass of accessible platforming design, packed with personality, variety, and polish. It may not challenge you, but it will absolutely charm you.”

Critics
85
Steam
—
Metacritic
85
K

Kirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: Roberto Moran at NextPlay

Jan 27, 2026 | Score 85

“Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Starcrossed World doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it doesn’t need to. It polishes and enhances nearly every aspect of the original release and adds enough meaningful content to stand on its own. This isn’t just a better version of a good game; it’s a masterclass of accessible platforming design, packed with personality, variety, and polish. It may not challenge you, but it will absolutely charm you.”

+0.4
Critics
85
Steam
—
Metacritic
85
Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess

Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
-15.0

Latest Review

John Rafael at NookGaming

Aug 25, 2025 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

“With a charming main cast of characters that’s sure to keep you giggling, Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess! is proof that at the end of the day, as long as you focus on what you’re good at, you’ll definitely be a hit for the right audience. For prospective readers of this title, be wary of frequent references to actions that might be foreign to you or appendages that you might prefer to keep under cover. Take time to finally relax and turn the brain off so that maybe, just maybe, you’ll find yourself having a heavenly good time.”

Critics
75
Steam
90
Metacritic
—
Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess

Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: John Rafael at NookGaming

Aug 25, 2025 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

“With a charming main cast of characters that’s sure to keep you giggling, Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess! is proof that at the end of the day, as long as you focus on what you’re good at, you’ll definitely be a hit for the right audience. For prospective readers of this title, be wary of frequent references to actions that might be foreign to you or appendages that you might prefer to keep under cover. Take time to finally relax and turn the brain off so that maybe, just maybe, you’ll find yourself having a heavenly good time.”

-15.0
Critics
75
Steam
90
Metacritic
—
Cloud Cats' Land

Cloud Cats' Land

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
-23.4

Latest Review

Cindy Lennox at BioGamer Girl

Jan 8, 2026 | Score 100

“A tiny island of wonders: adorable, clever, and utterly irresistible; a perfect little escape for anyone who loves puzzles and cats.”

Critics
69
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
Cloud Cats' Land

Cloud Cats' Land

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: Cindy Lennox at BioGamer Girl

Jan 8, 2026 | Score 100

“A tiny island of wonders: adorable, clever, and utterly irresistible; a perfect little escape for anyone who loves puzzles and cats.”

-23.4
Critics
69
Steam
92
Metacritic
—
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
+4.8

Latest Review

The A.V. Club Staff at The A.V. Club

Dec 2, 2025 | Score 93

“Quote not available”

Critics
85
Steam
84
Metacritic
77
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: The A.V. Club Staff at The A.V. Club

Dec 2, 2025 | Score 93

“Quote not available”

+4.8
Critics
85
Steam
84
Metacritic
77
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
+5.3

Latest Review

Diogo Arez at Fun Factor

Nov 27, 2025 | Score 90

“Shinobi Art of Vengeance is a masterclass of a Metroidvania that delivers on every front, especially the combat which is both easy to play but really hard to master, making it really satisfying.”

Critics
88
Steam
82
Metacritic
83
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: Diogo Arez at Fun Factor

Nov 27, 2025 | Score 90

“Shinobi Art of Vengeance is a masterclass of a Metroidvania that delivers on every front, especially the combat which is both easy to play but really hard to master, making it really satisfying.”

+5.3
Critics
88
Steam
82
Metacritic
83
The Nameless: Slay Dragon

The Nameless: Slay Dragon

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
-9.7

Latest Review

Vinicius Rufino at ProjectN

Sep 26, 2025 | Score 80

“Simplicity with good execution is what defines The Nameless: Slay Dragon, very similar to a Tabletop RPG experience, the game wins in its narrative but can be off-putting due to its lack of localization.”

Critics
82
Steam
91
Metacritic
—
The Nameless: Slay Dragon

The Nameless: Slay Dragon

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: Vinicius Rufino at ProjectN

Sep 26, 2025 | Score 80

“Simplicity with good execution is what defines The Nameless: Slay Dragon, very similar to a Tabletop RPG experience, the game wins in its narrative but can be off-putting due to its lack of localization.”

-9.7
Critics
82
Steam
91
Metacritic
—
Otherwar

Otherwar

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
-11.1

Latest Review

Josh Thompson at FingerGuns

Sep 22, 2025 | Score 40

“Otherwar unsuccessfully pulls off being a tower defence game or bullet hell, and instead is just my hell. Slow waves of enemies, long periods of downtime, and a broken in-game economy that doesn't make working towards anything feel fulfilling.”

Critics
60
Steam
71
Metacritic
—
Otherwar

Otherwar

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: Josh Thompson at FingerGuns

Sep 22, 2025 | Score 40

“Otherwar unsuccessfully pulls off being a tower defence game or bullet hell, and instead is just my hell. Slow waves of enemies, long periods of downtime, and a broken in-game economy that doesn't make working towards anything feel fulfilling.”

-11.1
Critics
60
Steam
71
Metacritic
—
S

Super Robot Wars T

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
N/A

Latest Review

JRPG.moe Staff at JRPG.moe

Jun 30, 2019 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

“Super Robot Wars T taught me about love, bravery and that it is in fact possible to get bored of a game where a squad of elderly space Mexican pilots punch through space monsters while shouting "ADIOS AMIGO".”

Critics
78
Steam
—
Metacritic
—
S

Super Robot Wars T

Release Date: Aug 28, 2025

Latest review: JRPG.moe Staff at JRPG.moe

Jun 30, 2019 | Score 70 | Pre-release Review

“Super Robot Wars T taught me about love, bravery and that it is in fact possible to get bored of a game where a squad of elderly space Mexican pilots punch through space monsters while shouting "ADIOS AMIGO".”

N/A
Critics
78
Steam
—
Metacritic
—
Whisper of the House

Whisper of the House

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025
-24.2

Latest Review

Impulsegamer Staff at Impulsegamer

Sep 18, 2025 | Score 70

“Whisper of the House is a cosy decorating sim where unpacking rooms slowly reveals hidden secrets and unsettling anomalies.”

Critics
73
Steam
97
Metacritic
—
Whisper of the House

Whisper of the House

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025

Latest review: Impulsegamer Staff at Impulsegamer

Sep 18, 2025 | Score 70

“Whisper of the House is a cosy decorating sim where unpacking rooms slowly reveals hidden secrets and unsettling anomalies.”

-24.2
Critics
73
Steam
97
Metacritic
—
Varlet

Varlet

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025
+6.7

Latest Review

Matheus Alexandre at Nintendo Blast

Oct 31, 2025 | Score 60

“The impression VARLET gives is that the team had ambitions that they couldn't fit within the scope of the project, whether due to budget or time constraints. This results in irrelevant mechanics, a lack of challenge, and a mediocre story. It's a game with a very nice character design, a competent soundtrack—I really liked the music during a certain boss fight—and character development that positively surprised me. It's a game that will appeal to fans of titles from AQURIA or FuRyu; if you're not a fan, I recommend waiting for a sale: you'll find better games for a fraction of the price.”

Critics
59
Steam
53
Metacritic
—
Varlet

Varlet

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025

Latest review: Matheus Alexandre at Nintendo Blast

Oct 31, 2025 | Score 60

“The impression VARLET gives is that the team had ambitions that they couldn't fit within the scope of the project, whether due to budget or time constraints. This results in irrelevant mechanics, a lack of challenge, and a mediocre story. It's a game with a very nice character design, a competent soundtrack—I really liked the music during a certain boss fight—and character development that positively surprised me. It's a game that will appeal to fans of titles from AQURIA or FuRyu; if you're not a fan, I recommend waiting for a sale: you'll find better games for a fraction of the price.”

+6.7
Critics
59
Steam
53
Metacritic
—
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025
-7.9

Latest Review

Justin Prinsloo at Cubed3

Sep 22, 2025 | Score 80

“Those eager for another compelling, robust and utterly pleasant farming sim will find a wealth of fun to be had in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar. This remake of the title that started it all is impressively complete and has a few new surprises in store, making it essential for genre fans. The bazaar mechanic further ups the ante and ensures every in-game week culminates in something exciting, making this one of the freshest and most enjoyable expressions of the classic farming sim experience.”

Critics
82
Steam
94
Metacritic
85
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025

Latest review: Justin Prinsloo at Cubed3

Sep 22, 2025 | Score 80

“Those eager for another compelling, robust and utterly pleasant farming sim will find a wealth of fun to be had in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar. This remake of the title that started it all is impressively complete and has a few new surprises in store, making it essential for genre fans. The bazaar mechanic further ups the ante and ensures every in-game week culminates in something exciting, making this one of the freshest and most enjoyable expressions of the classic farming sim experience.”

-7.9
Critics
82
Steam
94
Metacritic
85
Makis Adventure

Makis Adventure

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025
-25.1

Latest Review

TheXboxHub Staff at TheXboxHub

Sep 23, 2025 | Score 70

“Makis Adventure is certainly that… an adventure. During its course you’ll encounter curious characters, formidable foes, precious puzzles and mellow moments all standing in the way of your goal. Sadly, a dull combat system and barren hub world, are a deadly duo leaving this title enjoyable, with potential greatness hiding inside.”

Critics
69
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
Makis Adventure

Makis Adventure

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025

Latest review: TheXboxHub Staff at TheXboxHub

Sep 23, 2025 | Score 70

“Makis Adventure is certainly that… an adventure. During its course you’ll encounter curious characters, formidable foes, precious puzzles and mellow moments all standing in the way of your goal. Sadly, a dull combat system and barren hub world, are a deadly duo leaving this title enjoyable, with potential greatness hiding inside.”

-25.1
Critics
69
Steam
94
Metacritic
—
B

Bazaar (VR)

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025
-31.0

Latest Review

Chris Carter at Destructoid

May 4, 2016 | Score 55 | Pre-release Review

“Only for the most hardcore VR enthusiast, Bazaar gets the job done if you're looking for cheap thrills for an afternoon. Like most tech demos, it could stand to have most of its facets expanded upon (full-on flight would be cool), as developer Temple Gates Games is definitely onto something.”

Critics
55
Steam
—
Metacritic
86
B

Bazaar (VR)

Release Date: Aug 27, 2025

Latest review: Chris Carter at Destructoid

May 4, 2016 | Score 55 | Pre-release Review

“Only for the most hardcore VR enthusiast, Bazaar gets the job done if you're looking for cheap thrills for an afternoon. Like most tech demos, it could stand to have most of its facets expanded upon (full-on flight would be cool), as developer Temple Gates Games is definitely onto something.”

-31.0
Critics
55
Steam
—
Metacritic
86
Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids

Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025
-12.2

Latest Review

Gareth von Kallenbach at Skewed & Reviewed

Sep 21, 2025 | Score 80

“The challenge increases with each level,l and the comic visuals and story elements make the game an ideal adventure for the entire family.”

Critics
77
Steam
89
Metacritic
—
Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids

Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025

Latest review: Gareth von Kallenbach at Skewed & Reviewed

Sep 21, 2025 | Score 80

“The challenge increases with each level,l and the comic visuals and story elements make the game an ideal adventure for the entire family.”

-12.2
Critics
77
Steam
89
Metacritic
—
Fresh Tracks

Fresh Tracks

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025
-18.5

Latest Review

Matt Kowalski at Niche Gamer

Oct 5, 2025 | Score 85

“QuoteIf you are a fan of rhythm games or are looking for a new roguelite, then it is worth giving Fresh Tracks a chance. Even if you’re not into music or roguelite games, after our time playing the Fresh Tracks, it definitely would be a great game to pick up regardless.not yet available”

Critics
80
Steam
99
Metacritic
—
Fresh Tracks

Fresh Tracks

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025

Latest review: Matt Kowalski at Niche Gamer

Oct 5, 2025 | Score 85

“QuoteIf you are a fan of rhythm games or are looking for a new roguelite, then it is worth giving Fresh Tracks a chance. Even if you’re not into music or roguelite games, after our time playing the Fresh Tracks, it definitely would be a great game to pick up regardless.not yet available”

-18.5
Critics
80
Steam
99
Metacritic
—
Quartet

Quartet

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025
-11.9

Latest Review

RPG Site Staff at RPG Site

Nov 21, 2025 | Score 80

“Quartet is Something Classic's proof that they've grown up and become more confident with age, and that there's room for continued growth to match their ambition.”

Critics
84
Steam
96
Metacritic
—
Quartet

Quartet

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025

Latest review: RPG Site Staff at RPG Site

Nov 21, 2025 | Score 80

“Quartet is Something Classic's proof that they've grown up and become more confident with age, and that there's room for continued growth to match their ambition.”

-11.9
Critics
84
Steam
96
Metacritic
—
Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening

Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025
-8.4

Latest Review

Robert Marrujo at Nintendojo

Oct 18, 2025 | Score 75

“This is a game that still remains worthy of your time if you enjoy 2D shooters and classic anime and manga. Its aesthetic is great, the animation segments are a delightful throwback, and the soundtrack is also strong.”

Critics
72
Steam
80
Metacritic
—
Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening

Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025

Latest review: Robert Marrujo at Nintendojo

Oct 18, 2025 | Score 75

“This is a game that still remains worthy of your time if you enjoy 2D shooters and classic anime and manga. Its aesthetic is great, the animation segments are a delightful throwback, and the soundtrack is also strong.”

-8.4
Critics
72
Steam
80
Metacritic
—
Gears of War: Reloaded

Gears of War: Reloaded

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025
+15.3

Latest Review

Filippo Canapei at SpaceNerd.it

Nov 12, 2025 | Score 80

“Gears of War: Reloaded is definitely a good remaster, that takes all the most iconic aspects of the first Gears and re-presents them with spectacular graphics and completely upgraded sound. However, alongside good things, the game also carries with it the inconsistency of some gameplay dynamics of original titles.”

Critics
79
Steam
60
Metacritic
68
Gears of War: Reloaded

Gears of War: Reloaded

Release Date: Aug 26, 2025

Latest review: Filippo Canapei at SpaceNerd.it

Nov 12, 2025 | Score 80

“Gears of War: Reloaded is definitely a good remaster, that takes all the most iconic aspects of the first Gears and re-presents them with spectacular graphics and completely upgraded sound. However, alongside good things, the game also carries with it the inconsistency of some gameplay dynamics of original titles.”

+15.3
Critics
79
Steam
60
Metacritic
68
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