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Ben Sellwood

109 reviews

Latest: Bubsy 4D

GBAtempMay 19, 2026Score 70Pre-release Review

“Bubsy 4D has undeniably been built with one thing in mind, competitiveness.”

-1.9

Dan Ryckert

46 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

Giant BombMay 19, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“It’s bound to be a fun time for kids, and it has enough surprises and callbacks to Yoshi’s history to bring plenty of smiles to older fans like me. Other Nintendo platformers settled into their own identities and time-tested formats decades ago. Yoshi’s road has been a little more unpredictable, but with this entry it’s found an approach that feels all its own.”

-2.5

Matt Gosper

81 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

StevivorMay 19, 2026Score 75Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is built to be explored in smaller chunks, something you can pick up and explore for as long as you’re curious.”

+0.1

Julio La Pine

91 reviews

Latest: Rune Dice

The Nerd StashMay 19, 2026Score 90

“Rune Dice brings a fresh and unique take on the roguelike formula, with some of the best progression systems in the genre and a challenging yet rewarding gameplay loop.”

+12.2

Anthony Spadafora

5 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

Tom's GuideMay 19, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a charming, innovative 2D puzzle-platformer that breathes fresh life into a classic formula. Despite some longer load times, its beautiful watercolor world, smooth Switch 2 performance, and addictive, cozy exploration loop make this evolution a must-play for fans of the series. $59.88 at Walmart $59.99 at Amazon(Switch) $69.99 at Target $69.99 at P.C. Richard & Son”

+2.6

Nathan Birch

236 reviews

Latest: Phonopolis

WccftechMay 19, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Phonopolis is the most beautiful and artfully-constructed game yet from Amanita Design, a studio that knows a thing or two about making such games. Phonopolis perhaps doesn't venture quite as far outside the point 'n' click adventure box as it could, but fans of the genre who don't mind the occasional obtuse puzzle and a short-ish runtime will likely find themselves singing the game's praises.”

+2.4

Christian Donlan

280 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

EurogamerMay 19, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“An intriguing response to one of Nintendo's greatest ever games.”

+2.3

Wojciech Gruszczyk

191 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

PPE.plMay 19, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a very pleasant surprise that doesn't try to be just another classic platformer, but instead presents Yoshi as a young explorer and naturalist. The game is light, colorful, and very accessible, but it also manages to surprise with clever puzzles and inventive use of various creatures' abilities.”

+9.7

Nathaniel Stevens

616 reviews

Latest: NITRO GEN OMEGA

Digital ChumpsMay 19, 2026Score 80

“NITRO GEN OMEGA from developer DESTINYbit is a unique open-world turn-based experience that offers more than expected. It’s fast, intense, and requires the player to do one helluva fun mech juggling act.”

+7.7

Filip Melzacki

8 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

GRYOnline.plMay 19, 2026Score 70Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book will appeal to players who enjoy exploration and an experimental approach to gameplay, as well as those seeking a relaxing experience. Although I personally prefer a slightly greater challenge and more motivation to achieve 100% completion, I certainly don’t regret the dozen or so pleasant hours I spent playing the game.”

-6.8

Michelle Brändle

8 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

Digitec MagazineMay 19, 2026Score 100Pre-release Review

“"Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" is an entertaining game full of cute characters. It isn’t particularly challenging, and if I get stuck, I can unlock hints. I feel right at home in the book’s picturesque landscape and look forward to meeting new creatures in every level.”

+11.3

Leandro Alves

17 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

Nintendo BlastMay 19, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is an extremely creative and charismatic experience, relying much more on curiosity and experimentation than on traditional challenges. Its calmer pace and focus on discovery certainly won't appeal to all players, especially those looking for constant action or a more straightforward adventure. Still, for those who buy into its premise from the first few hours, it's an addictive, relaxing game full of personality.”

+4.8

Stefan L

316 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

TheSixthAxisMay 19, 2026Score 70Pre-release Review

“There are plenty of moments that charm and delight through Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. It's not always the most obvious game to play, emphasising experimentation over platforming fundamentals, but the collection of weird and wonderful new creatures it contains invite exploration in a way that should delight inquisitive young minds.”

+1.0

Heidi Hawes

199 reviews

Latest: Mixtape

WayTooManyGamesMay 19, 2026Score 50

“For a game I was so excited for, it didn’t deliver what I was expecting or hoping for at all. What I felt with Mixtape wasn’t blissful nostalgia brought about by a poignant narrative. What I felt was complete and utter bewilderment that such a pretentious, mediocre product is being absolutely glazed as brilliant perfection by nearly every other major outlet. There are no stakes, no dialogue choices, no secrets, no alternate endings. There’s nothing but a boring, hollow experience that had me questioning if the creators even knew what the 90s were like. So I ask again, am I missing something?”

-4.9

Olly Smith

54 reviews

Latest: Thick As Thieves

GAMINGbibleMay 19, 2026Score 60Pre-release Review

“Thick As Thieves is fun for a fiver, but it does feel like a small chunk of something far bigger and more interesting that we may never get to see.”

+1.6

Erielle Sudario

17 reviews

Latest: Coffee Talk Tokyo

Checkpoint GamingMay 19, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Coffee Talk Tokyo is a game that shouldn’t be rushed. The story is good, and the characters have their own personalities, and your role as a barista determines whether they get a happy ending.”

-7.6

Michal Korec

159 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

SECTOR.skMay 19, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book may look like another spin-off title, but it features new forms of gameplay. The unfolding levels and gameplay discovery are well worth it and it will please platformer fans as well as players open to experimenting within the genre. It boosts a ton of ideas and is far from just an easy kids' game this time.”

+6.6

Digitally Downloaded Staff

1086 reviews

Latest: Thrifty Business

Digitally DownloadedMay 19, 2026Score 90

“Any fan of Spellgarden Games would know it developed Thrifty Business at first glance. Of course, the name is very close to that of the studio’s first game, Sticky Business. But there’s something more than that. It’s as though love and kindness are woven into the game. And that’s why I love playing Thrifty Business: it’s a chill sim with heart.”

-0.3

Gameblog Staff

348 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

GameblogMay 19, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Quote not yet availablYoshi and the Mysterious Book doesn't deserve to be dissected and analyzed coldly, otherwise its pure gameplay might show its limitations. Ultimately, the Yoshis' range of moves isn't particularly impressive, and the lack of difficulty and even combat can sometimes make the adventure feel a bit sluggish. e”

-0.8

Oliver Reynolds

294 reviews

Latest: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

Nintendo LifeMay 19, 2026Score 60Pre-release Review

“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book isn't a bad game. There's a lot of fun to be had in discovering the many creatures hidden within Mr. E's pages, though it also suffers from a repetitive structure that doesn't evolve or provide any sense of meaningful challenge. Visually, it also lacks the punch that Woolly World and Crafted World offered, and it frankly looks pretty bad in handheld mode.If you've got young children who are eager to see more from Yoshi after catching him in the Mario Galaxy Movie, then this will provide a few hours' worth of fun while getting them used to basic platforming tropes. Otherwise, I'd probably recommend a Switch Online subscription to check out Yoshi's Island for the SNES.”

-7.8