Ashes of the Singularity

"Oxide and Stardock's latest RTS venture is a great title that's definitely worth a look from strategy fans."

Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games

"It's hampered by mechanics that fail to offer meaningful depth."

Dirt Rally on PS4 & Xbox One

"Dirt Rally is the absolute number one rally game currently available on PS4 and Xbox One."

Active Soccer 2 DX

"At times this brand of gameplay can be fun, especially for veteran Sensible Soccer players, but is likely to be too old-fashioned for newer players."

Dark Souls III

"For now we can only wholeheartedly recommend this to everyone who is looking for a challenge, be that existing Souls fans and even newcomers to the series."

Just Cause 3 - Sky Fortress

"Sure, the flying feels great to begin with, but it's not enough to mask the lack of new gameplay objectives."

Hyrule Warriors Legends

"Seeing Link swing his sword in new ways or experiencing Midna's dark forces spurred us on."

Stardew Valley

"Even though Stardew Valley merges many themes together, it has been done seamlessly."

Day of the Tentacle: Remastered

"Take your time with it, embrace its ludicrous universe, and click on everything you can."

Quantum Break

"It's an incredibly ambitious product, and we're surprised that the overall quality is as high as it is."

Fallout 4: Automatron

"Automatron offers some of the more engaging combat we've seen in Fallout 4."

Twofold, Inc.

"It's easy to grasp, difficult to master, and there is a lot of skilled involved."

Dream League Soccer 2016

"It's a solid mobile football game, but there's just too much grind."

Reagan Gorbachev

"Despite some unnecessary missteps, Reagan Gorbachev is a decent retro-styled game that we had great fun with."

Prospekt

"It's hard to find anything that makes this stand out from the crowd of other shooters gunning for your attention."

Trackmania Turbo

"This is arcade racing in its purest form, and it's a game that has been built with longevity and community in mind."

UFC 2

"UFC 2 need to focus more on the actual fighting and less on everything surrounding it."

Pokkén Tournament

"With easy to learn mechanics and smooth graphics, it's a very accessible game for players of all ages and skill-levels to enjoy."

The Division

"We're still early in 2016, but we've already made room for The Division in our game of the year list."

E.T. Armies

"We were left with the feeling that this could've been so much more."

Samurai Warriors 4: Empires

"The formations and tactics are a great addition and bring much needed depth to what's becoming a congested sub-genre."

Hitman: Paris

"There's plenty of reasons to play this through again and again (and maybe even again and again)."

Devil Daggers

"It might not come fully stocked with modes and options, but it does offer a focused and tightly controlled blast of frag-filled fun."

The Flame in the Flood

"It's original, exciting, vulnerable, beautiful and a game that you'll want to come back to again and again."

The Deadly Tower of Monsters

"For anyone who enjoys classic B-movies, this is pretty much an essential purchase."

Pokémon Red/Blue/Yellow

"Blue, Red and Yellow have definitely stood the test of time."

Foul Play

"For the most part it's good fun, with great humour and plenty of charisma."

The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD

"Ten years after our first adventure, it has become abundantly clear that Twilight Princess is a huge, grand adventure."

Cities: Skylines - Snowfall

"It's just about worth the cost of admission, but don't expect too much."

Project X Zone 2

"This is most definitely a game that's all about fanservice."

Heaven's Hope

"It's certainly quite enjoyable, but its problems stop it from being the great game we think it could have been."

Superhot

"If you can look past the slightly underwhelming narrative layer, you're left with an intense puzzle-shooter hybrid that encourages flair and audacity."

The Walking Dead: Michonne - Full Season Review

"In parts it is very dark and Michonne's own past will come back to haunt her multiple times as she struggles to remain sane through her ordeals."

Far Cry Primal

"If you still think you have more Far Cry in you, and if you appreciate the survival theme of the Stone Age, Primal is a safe bet."

Crypt of the Necrodancer

"It provides you with such a delicious beat to play to that it's almost impossible not to fall in love with its subtly blended charms."

Dub Dash

"It can at times be fun, but it can also be extremely irritating."

Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders

"It's an enjoyable murder mystery for the little time that it lasts, but it does have its flaws."

Bravely Second: End Layer

"Although we wanted some fresh ingredients to spice up the journey, we were still spellbound."

Top Gear: Drift Legends

"Not even racing tips from The Stig can salvage this rather disappointing game."

Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2

"This is as hardcore as you want it to be, but also so casual that anyone can have fun."

Layers of Fear

"It paints a fascinating and thrilling atmosphere."

Crashlands

"With its quirky tone and memorable characters, it's a game that players can come back to again and again."

Street Fighter V

"Once it comes down to the fighting, Street Fighter V opens up."

Fortified

"A charming and relaxed game, although one that is perhaps a bit too shallow for its own good."

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon

"If you do manage to get through the laborious opening you can expect a better experience."

Assassin's Creed Chronicles: Russia

"At times it feels like you're playing an old propaganda poster and the restrained colour scheme really speaks to us."

Dying Light: The Following

"This is an expansion that we'll continue to enjoy with our friends for dozens of hours."

Xcom 2

"It's a masterpiece, and it improves on Enemy Unknown in every way."

Arslan: The Warriors of Legend

"It's fun to play, it's technically sound, and the music is great. Yet the game is mired by a lack of modes."

Firewatch

"In spite of the technical issues, this is certainly one of this year's first must-buy games."