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Seth Hay

192 reviews

Latest: STARBITES

Cat with MonocleMay 14, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“STARBITES delivers a charming cast of characters, satisfying mech customization, and nostalgic turn-based combat. Despite technical hiccups, this sci-fi RPG feels like a hidden gem for old-school RPG fans.”

+1.7

Brian Shea

144 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Game InformerMay 14, 2026Score 93Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 impresses at each turn, delivering one of the greatest racing games of this generation.”

+9.7

Marcel Dee

83 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

A Gaming NetworkMay 14, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 is an outstanding open-world racing game and one of the most enjoyable entries in the series. It captures the freedom, energy, and sense of discovery that have always made Horizon special, while adding new activities like food delivery missions, Smash Stunt, car meets, treasure cars, skill songs, and massive festival races that make Japan exciting to explore. The only major disappointment is that the game does not fully embrace Japanese racing culture as much as it could have. More touge battles, drift-focused events, street racing, and tuning culture would have made the setting feel even more complete. Even with that missed opportunity, Forza Horizon 6 is a fantastic racing experience. It is fast, fun, social, and constantly rewarding. If you love the Horizon series, this is easily one of its strongest entries.”

+9.1

Mark Pell

22 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Gamer Social ClubMay 14, 2026Score 95Pre-release Review

“An exceptional, breathtaking world that players will be kept busy in for years, Forza Horizon 6 is one of 2026s best games and one of the best racing games ever created.”

-17.5

Mert Gökhan

12 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Oyungezer OnlineMay 14, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Yes, the familiar formula at the heart of the game is still very much intact. At times, it even makes you think that you've played this before. But once you start speeding beneath Tokyo’s neon lights or weaving through the chaos of the Shuto Expressway, that feeling quickly fades away.”

+1.3

Murillo Zerbinatto

17 reviews

Latest: STARBITES

DualShockersMay 14, 2026Score 75Pre-release Review

“Starbites is that JRPG that stays true to its promise, delivering exactly what is on the tin. Its turn-based gameplay borrows some formulas and mechanics from other JRPGs, which may feel uninspired to some fans but can be a novelty to others.”

-2.8

Tom Hutchison

182 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Daily StarMay 14, 2026Score 100Pre-release Review

“It stays true to the tried and tested arcade Forza Horizon formula while expanding on the scale, beauty and replayability of previous titles with a huge array of unlocks and modes to enjoy both solo and multiplayer.”

+5.8

مهدي علوي

3 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

TrueGamingMay 14, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 brilliantly capitalized on the allure of Japan as the game's driving force. However, the problem lies in the developer's reliance on the "magic of the setting" as a primary draw, missing golden opportunities to introduce fresh ideas that resonated with the culture.”

+6.1

Jordan Rudek

361 reviews

Latest: STARBITES

NintendoWorldReportMay 14, 2026Score 50Pre-release Review

“When it wasn't the bugs and performance doing it, it was the repetitive, boring dungeons that nearly had me cast aside my controller. Sadly, Starbites neither aims high enough to get anywhere near the stars, nor does it have enough firepower to even breach the atmosphere. If you do somehow feel compelled to play it, leave the Switch version buried in the desert where it belongs.”

-6.2

Alex Fuller

153 reviews

Latest: STARBITES

RPGamerMay 14, 2026Score 60Pre-release Review

“There are plenty of enjoyable moments involving the character interactions or when the combat and exploration get into a good rhythm, but it never really takes that extra step needed to stick in the memory. Nonetheless, it’s an enjoyable enough way to spend the time, and there’s a strong base for IKINAGAMES to be able to build upon going forward.”

-8.6

Adam Pavlacka

67 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Worth PlayingMay 14, 2026Score 85Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 delivers exactly what it promises, but it doesn't really innovate on the franchise. This is basically comfort food gaming. It's fun and familiar, but it doesn't break new ground. If you're a fan of the franchise, you won't be disappointed. If you're new to racing games, Forza Horizon 6 is a fantastic entry point, but if you're on a budget, you may want to pick up a copy of Forza Horizon 5 instead, as it's often on sale.”

+6.2

Juan Ramón Herrera

4 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

TodoJuegosMay 14, 2026Score 87Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 turns Japan into the ultimate driving playground, blending breathtaking scenery, JDM passion, flawless performance and a richer social experience into the most ambitious Horizon festival yet.”

+1.2

Simon Balissat

11 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Digitec MagazineMay 14, 2026Score 100Pre-release Review

“Every mile I drive in my cars is pure fun, pure adrenaline, or pure relaxation. Simply put: a masterpiece for anyone who loves cars and Japan.”

+5.2

Mohmed Bohzza

1 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Eternal GamesMay 14, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Our journey to Japan came full of passion and dazzling details; as Playground Games studio managed to maintain the series' identity and richness, by providing more diverse and exciting races that grant players a renewed and enjoyable experience all the time. The team also excelled in designing a massive and captivating world pulsing with life, full of breathtaking scenes and enchanting atmospheres that make its exploration a pleasure in itself. The quality of the experience was not limited to that only, but was also supported by a strong technical level, dazzling graphics, and meticulous sound design that enhanced the sense of immersion and made the experience unforgettable, despite the existence of some noticeable similarities with the previous installment.”

+4.2

Yavuz Bektaşoğlu

1 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Oyun GünlüğüMay 14, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6, the sixth installment in the Forza Horizon series and set in Japan, elevates the franchise to a new level both graphically and mechanically after 14 years.”

+4.2

Panagiotis Petropoulos

95 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Enternity.grMay 14, 2026Score 90Pre-release Review

“Continuing one of the best racing game series, Playground successfully replicates the formula of the previous game with a worthy sequel, Forza Horizon 6.”

-2.4

Marco De Prospero

38 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

UagnaMay 14, 2026Score 95Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 doesn't just continue the legacy of the series: it relaunches it with the confidence of those who know they're the absolute benchmark for open-world racing. It's an installment that aims to amaze from the very first mile, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Playground Games' title offers virtually endless content, with gameplay progression that's still well-balanced. All of this is set in a Japan recreated with unconditional love and incredible attention to detail. Every road echoes the Japanese terrain, offering views of the city and nature that, with the changing seasons, reveal completely different nuances.”

+4.3

Krzysztof Mysiak

36 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

GRYOnline.plMay 14, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“I’m as captivated as I am frustrated by Forza Horizon 6. It’s still the best open-world racing game on the market and I intend to spend hundreds of hours playing it – but after a four-year wait and significant competition, I was expecting more innovation. It’s simply more of the same, just on a fresh and beautiful map.”

+2.4

Dom Peppiatt

72 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

EurogamerMay 14, 2026Score 100Pre-release Review

“Playground Games does it again: equal parts adept teacher and artisanal tour guide, Forza Horizon 6 takes the lessons from 14 years of series history and applies them with panache.”

+4.2

Marc-Antoine Bergeron Cote

162 reviews

Latest: Forza Horizon 6

Geeks & ComMay 14, 2026Score 80Pre-release Review

“Forza Horizon 6 remains an excellent racing game. It’s beautiful, smooth, accessible, and offers an impressive amount of content. In fact, the online modes are well-designed, and the new menu makes them much easier to access. However, the game also feels like it’s playing it too safe by relying heavily on the foundations laid by its predecessors. For a new player, it’s an ideal entry point into the franchise. For veterans, it’s a return to familiar territory, with a few interesting detours, but no real surprises.”

+6.5