Tech-Gaming

• PC
• 68%
• États-Unis

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade dazzles with its ukiyo-e-inspired visuals, character-specific narratives, and customizable combat, offering a vibrant roguelite that’s rooted in a mythologized Edo-period Japan. However, repetitive level design and uneven difficulty spikes, dull its blade over time.

• PS5
• 68%
• États-Unis

Much like its lead character, Death end re;Quest: Code Z commits a few missteps. From near-obliged grinding to stinginess with a key resource, you will encounter frustration nearly as often as witnessing one of the franchise’s Death Ends. Players with limited patience might be better off revisiting the previous two entries.

• SWITCH
• 79%
• États-Unis

Battlefield Waltz’s lead isn’t the stereotypical unremarkable heroine. Instead, Lan is burdened with responsibility and handles it all with strong-willed conscientiousness. As such, it’s easy to see why the visual novel’s bachelors would find her irresistible. Likely, you will, too.

• PC
• 3.8 / 5
• États-Unis

• PC
• 78%
• États-Unis

Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog is a largely triumphant tribute to last-century science fiction. Referencing everything from Gundam to Alien, expect to spend your time on the space vessel interacting with a colorful cast and delving into plotline that sets things up for subsequent follow-ups. In space, sequels are compulsory, it seems.

• PC
• 72%
• États-Unis

Big Helmet Heroes isn’t going to dethrone Castle Crashers as the wildest, weapon-wielding brawler. But this effort is certainly better than many competitors. With a patch or two to remedy the occasional crash, Exalted Studios’ might just land a unexpected hit.

• SWITCH
• 80%
• États-Unis

A few minor imperfections are found in Cuisineer’s delectable amalgam of dungeon-based action and restaurant management. But these wayward flavors aren’t enough to spoil the piquancy that BattleBrew Productions has cooked up. With lovely art and refreshingly relaxed pacing, this is a dish that fans of cozy games will savor.

• PS5
• 85%
• États-Unis

A strong entry in a sensational series, Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana updates the 2010 version with faster load times, improved visual fidelity, better performance, and even voice acting for the game’s typically taciturn lead, Adol. But technical aspects aside, Felghana remains a classic action adventure that’s to taut controls, engaging action, and boss showdowns that will test your mettle.

• PC
• 68%
• États-Unis

Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition accompanies its firefights with puzzles, escape-room tensions, and haunted house-style jump scares. It may not scratch the itch of a traditional shooter, but its detailed recreation of Cameron’s Aliens makes it a must-play for fans who like atmosphere just as much as action.

• SWITCH
• 69%
• États-Unis

Held back by a lack of curation and a disheartening hardlock in Rastan Saga Episode III, Taito Milestones 3 nevertheless delivers some gems. Across the ten-game compilation, you’ll find classics like Bubble Bobble and Rainbow Island, respectable second-string action in Thunder Fox and Runark, as well as Dead Connection underrated gangster-style showdowns. Hopefully, the fourth installment will bring back Bubble Symphony and better beta testing.

• PC
• 83%
• États-Unis

Antonblast’s cartoonish world is brimming with disorder and noise. Its intent is to consume your senses, which it often does with fanatic platforming action, a wealth of on-screen activity, and sound design filled with shouts and screeches. Paradoxically, you might find tranquility within the layers of madness.

• PC
• 71%
• États-Unis

Sunny Syrup Studio’s inaugural outing is ambitious, drawing inspiration from a catalog of retro classics. Occasionally, the run-and-gun or melee-based action isn’t balanced, and your summons can mindlessly punch at the air. But the sheer quantity of different mechanics makes up for the intermittent lapse in quality.

• SWITCH
• PS5
• PS4
• 76%
• États-Unis

Undoubtedly, Touhou Spell Carnival is one of the more creative spin-offs for Reimu, Marissa, and the rest of the Gensokyo gals. Elevated by a battle system that merges the property’s lavish projectile patterns with several layers of strategy, every showdown manages to feel fun and frantic.

• PC
• 73%
• États-Unis

Attempts to blend a variety of different genres together can often feel disjointed and aimless. Certainly, Farmagia’s mix of Pokémon-like monster cultivation, real-time strategy battles, and visual novel-style storytelling isn’t faultless. But the game’s various components feed into each other agreeably, creating a compelling and occasionally inspired gameplay cycle.

• PC
• 87%
• États-Unis

Shin chan: Shiro and the Coal Town is agreeable when you’re performing fetch quests and grows enjoyable with its trolly cart racing component. But the deep-seated delight arrives when there’s no obvious goal and you’re just soaking up the splendid scenery. Here, exploring the Akita prefecture and a town of hospitable folks feels like a bathtub full of warm contentment.

• SWITCH
• 82%
• États-Unis

Peer past some forgivable anachronisms and Critical Games manages to capture the sanguine charms of early console role-playing games. Occasionally, attempts to capture retro appeal can lack authenticity, becoming the equivalent of an unexceptional ‘80s cover band. But here, Joshua Hallaran and the team hit almost all the right notes.

• PS5
• 73%
• États-Unis

Potionomics: Masterwork Edition different ingredients blend together agreeably, mixing everything from deck building, resource management, and even options for romance into its shopkeeping simulation. With this new recipe, even the bitterness associated with the in-game competitions and been remedied.

• SWITCH
• 80%
• États-Unis

Confusion might affect Misa, 9 R.I.P.'s main character. But if you appreciate a capricious tone and the ability to sinuously shift genres, there's no reason for indecisiveness. Otomate's latest is a devilishly good time.