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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

Milan Radosavljević

3 reviews

Latest: Thick As Thieves

Virtualni KutakMay 19, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Thick as Thieves delivers exactly what stealth fans have been missing, a beautifully designed, highly complex world where exploration, patience, and map knowledge matter just as much as pure gameplay skill. For just five euros, it offers far more depth, tension, and fun than you’d ever expect at that price point.”

+9.3

Alex Spencer

5 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

GamesRadar+May 18, 2026Score 70Pre-release Review

“As a successor to Disco Elysium, ZA/UM's spy-fi RPG is a little too fearful to roll the dice on something new. But if the systems and themes are a little too familiar in Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, that does mean some of the old charm persists – and if you can look past the odd irritation, you'll find an NPC crew worth getting to know in Portofiro.”

-3.9

Lauren Bergin

14 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

PCGamesNMay 18, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“While Zero Parades: For Dead Spies does feel like a spiritual sequel to Disco Elysium, its narrator doesn't quite have the same spark as its predecessor. Given that she whispers in your ear for the entire game, her rough-and-ready accent quickly becomes droning, with skill voices melding into one instead of being unique, exciting personalities. Thankfully, both the dramatic encounters and Exert systems make up for some of the game's less interesting moments, breaking up the text's monotony while raising the stakes. Zero Parades, in many ways, feels even more TTRPG than Disco Elysium, and in my book, that's a win.”

+8.2

Jack Coleman

15 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

TheGamerMay 18, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“All in all, Zero Parades has that ever-elusive quality of convincing you to keep playing: to find out what happens next, to unravel the narrative, to keep experiencing Portofiro.”

-3.0

Destructoid Staff

77 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

DestructoidMay 18, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 takes the franchise in a new direction on the back of stunning graphics, thrilling races, and a massive roster of cars.”

-4.0

Ryan Thompson-Bamsey

38 reviews

Latest: Coffee Talk Tokyo

TheGamerMay 18, 2026Score 60Pre-release Review

“Coffee Talk Tokyo is a handsomely endearing experience about listening to people and being there for them.”

-0.1

Luca Rago

21 reviews

Latest: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

IGN ItalyMay 18, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“It took LEGO bricks to bring the Dark Knight back to his level as a video game protagonist. Dear Batman, we missed you!”

+1.2

Mark O'Callaghan

58 reviews

Latest: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

CBRMay 18, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“It's not just the references that make it work, but also the gameplay and the thrill of exploring Gotham. Whether someone is a LEGO fan, a Batman fan, or both, there's something here to enjoy.”

+5.4

Will "FncWill" Hogeweide

317 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Rectify GamingMay 18, 2026Score 100Pre-release Review

“Very few games manage to create memories this naturally. Forza Horizon 6 is not merely the best entry in the franchise. It is the ultimate realization of what the Horizon series has always wanted to become. Japan was worth every year of waiting, and Playground Games has delivered a racing game so ambitious, beautiful, welcoming, content rich, and emotionally immersive that it genuinely feels historic.”

-1.6

Austin Gallagher

8 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

Checkpoint GamingMay 18, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Zero Parades: For Dead Spies is a spectacular sophomore effort that takes the subgenre and grafts new and interesting mechanics onto it. Minor bugs do little to impact the consistent delight of narrative twists, beautiful prose, fully realised characters, and top-tier voice acting. Thematically deep and tonally diverse, CASCADE’s return to Portofiro and the fate of the Whole Sick Crew will be a story we’ll be dissecting for a long time.”

+2.0

Ethan Zack

14 reviews

Latest: Coffee Talk Tokyo

Nintendo LifeMay 18, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Coffee Talk Tokyo may lean into the refreshed stylings of its new, titular locale, but the series' foundation of listening to deep conversations about the complexities of life while brewing a host of delicious drinks is still intact and just as enjoyable as ever. The issues this eclectic cast of pixies, ghosts, and other creatures face are ironically some of the most human you'll find in any visual novel out there - and you might just be surprised at how much you take away from their journeys of hardship and self-discovery.It definitely falls more on the iterative side of sequels as far as its gameplay systems go, but there's still plenty of substance to satisfy regulars and, perhaps, bring in a whole host of new customers as well.”

-2.6

Tony Polanco

37 reviews

Latest: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

Tom's GuideMay 18, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight takes everything folks know about Batman from popular culture and filters it through the tried-and-true Lego formula. Whether you're a fan of Batman or Lego games, there's a lot to love in this charming adventure.”

+3.3

Matheus Feldmann da Rosa

9 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

Pizza FriaMay 18, 2026Score 67Pre-release Review

“The shadow of its predecessor looms over every second of gameplay. And despite being a good game, with good ideas, good moments, and an interesting story, it falls short when compared to Disco Elysium. This creates a bitter taste for those who were left wanting more from ZA/UM's previous title.”

+4.3

Fabrizio Cenci

1 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

Everyeye.itMay 18, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Zero Parades isn't Disco Elysium 2, nor does it try to be. It does, however, demonstrate that, even after the rift that engulfed ZA/UM, there's still someone within the studio capable of writing profoundly strange and tremendously fascinating games, capable of transforming Portofiro into one of the most artistically compelling landscapes seen in recent years. Whether or not to give it a chance, however, is a roll of the dice left entirely up to the players.”

+21.1

Andrés Aquino

20 reviews

Latest: ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies

GfinityMay 18, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Ultimately, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies does manage what looked unthinkable: it stands on its own, turbulent development cycle aside. It was never going to completely step out from the monolith that is Disco Elysium, but viewed strictly on its own merits, it emerges as a very intricate, atmospheric espionage RPG.”

+1.6

Andrew Bistak

45 reviews

Latest: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

ImpulsegamerMay 18, 2026Score 100Pre-release Review

“LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight isn't just another iterative entry in the franchise; it's a new vision defined by varied gameplay, gorgeous upgraded graphics and clever storytelling. Whether you're gliding across Gotham's skyline, piecing together detective puzzles or laughing at a perfectly timed gag, the game delivers a rich, polished experience that honors the Dark Knight in a way only LEGO can.”

+15.0

James Lucas

2 reviews

Latest: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

TheGamerMay 18, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Legacy of The Dark Knight has set a new plastic mold for TT Games, and is easily the studio’s best work since the golden age of Batman, Indiana Jones, Star Wars, and Marvel Super Heroes.”

+1.2

Stephanie Richards

26 reviews

Latest: Coffee Talk Tokyo

Gamer Social ClubMay 18, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Coffee Talk Tokyo is a wonderful narrative in a short and sweet packaged form. While narrative driven stories are not for everyone, those who enjoy a good glimpse into different characters will enjoy their time with Coffee Talk Tokyo. One full playthrough will only take about 6-7 hours which allows players to squeeze this into their busy schedule. Does Coffee Talk Tokyo do anything overly new and original? No. However what it does, it does exceedingly well.”

-1.7

Charles Hartford

103 reviews

Latest: Coffee Talk Tokyo

But Why Tho?May 18, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Coffee Talk Tokyo delivers an incredible story filled with fully realized characters whose lives will undoubtedly bring players to tears (both happy and sad). What the game says about life, our choices, and how we face both is a powerful statement that we can never hear enough of.”

+3.0