Carole Quintaine

Halo: Campaign Evolved is an excellent way to rediscover a landmark in video game history. It may not be an absolute masterpiece, but it is an extremely solid remake. With its polished gameplay, remarkable art direction, and perfectly paced campaign, it finally allows a new generation to understand why Halo became such an iconic franchise.

Black Flag Resynced marks the return of a great Assassin’s Creed game, but more importantly, the return of a true adventure. It is the kind of game that makes you want to set sail, explore, hunt for treasure, watch the sun go down over the ocean, and remember why Black Flag remains such a special entry in the series even today.

007 First Light is a true success. While not without its flaws, IO Interactive's title manages to place a bold, modern, and refreshing James Bond at the heart of a captivating adventure with perfectly controlled pacing. Halfway between Hitman and Uncharted, it delivers an experience that lives up to the expectations one would have for a James Bond film: spectacular and stylish.

Ultimately, Forza Horizon 6 is an excellent game that lets you have fun without overthinking anything. There’s a huge amount to do solo, the multiplayer offers an almost limitless lifespan, and the energy carried by the Festival’s positive atmosphere genuinely feels good. While waiting for the PlayStation 5 version, expected later this year, we hope the Xbox and PC community will show up, because the game truly deserves it. The Japan of Forza Horizon 6 is waiting for you.

Directive 8020 isn’t a bad game, but it feels slow and repetitive. The universe is interesting, the atmosphere often works really well, and some sequences are genuinely effective, but I wish the game was more dynamic, more tense, and above all, scarier. It’s a survival horror experience that still lacks the polish and mastery needed to become a true standout in the genre.

Saros offers an intense and highly addictive experience. Its world is impressive, its gameplay is exhilarating and the constant progression finally reduces frustration with each run. Furthermore, it boasts a well-told story, arguably more in-depth than Returnal's, which was already very well narrated. However, it's not without its flaws! Some bosses are less memorable than others, and some biomes are clearly less inspired than others... but it remains a brutal and extremely rewarding game.

Pragmata is a fantastic game with a beautifully crafted world! It offers unique gameplay, with a duality that might surprise some but works incredibly well once you get the hang of the hacking/shooting system. The combat is fast-paced and frenetic, and even if the loop is repetitive, it's genuinely enjoyable, especially since the two main characters are endearing and you'll want to see this adventure through to the end with them. Another great idea from Capcom.

A beautiful and deeply respectful remake of a Japanese horror classic, Fatal Frame 2 Crimson Butterfly Remake preserves the haunting atmosphere, tragic story, and unique Camera Obscura gameplay that made the original so memorable !Its many smart additions enrich exploration and combat, even if some longer encounters make the formula feel slightly more repetitive than before. A faithful and compelling return overall.

Resident Evil Requiem delivers a powerful return to Raccoon City, blending emotional weight with masterfully paced survival horror…Its dual-protagonist structure offers two distinct yet perfectly balanced gameplay experiences. A stunning and confident evolution of the franchise that honors its legacy while pushing it forward.

REANIMAL feels like a natural, brilliant evolution of the Tarsier formula: more mature, more surprising, more layered, with co-op that’s genuinely well thought-out and an atmosphere that gets under your skin. A gorgeous nightmare, unsettling… and brutally effective, even if there’s that slight “been there, done that” vibe that’s starting to weigh on it. Has Tarsier maybe reached the end of what this recipe can offer?