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Dave the Diver: In the Jungle is definitely a must-have DLC. It feels like the perfect way to continue the Dave the Diver saga, and the addition of a plethora of content makes it worth the price tag and the time commitment. It’s not just a short, done-and-dusted additional pack—it feels like a well-polished game. It has a great blend of both old and new mechanics that keep the game engaging.

Realm of Ink is a game of possibilities. It feels deliberately designed to make players sink dozens of hours into exploring every build and satisfying that gamer hunger for big numbers. And it works. Every session feels unique, and the rewards for getting the builds right is immense. Now, if only the developers add more bosses and randomize their rotations, it could make the experience even better.

Pokemon Champions arrives on mobile platforms as a more realized iteration of itself, becoming the most accessible, comprehensive official Pokemon battling experience. The gameplay loop of teambuilding, battling, and recruiting Pokemon is fully present and accounted for in all of its complexity, while translating beautifully into a mobile setting. It's certainly been getting better since its original release, with recent updates heralding new rulesets, meta-breaking additions to the Pokemon roster and, for the first time in mainline competitive history, regular balance updates. It’s not for everyone, and paywalled progression can hurt the overall gameplay experience, but there’s truly nothing like it.

Kernelbay is an indie idle fishing game that doesn’t try to be more than it is, and that’s mostly where its strength lies. It’s a game you leave running, come back to, buy upgrades in, and repeat the cycle at your own pace. Its soundtrack and ambience stand out the most, filling in the space where a story could have been and carrying a lot of the experience through its quieter moments. While some of its progression systems don’t feel as impactful as they could be, the overall package still comes together as a solid, relaxing idle experience.

It has been over a decade since a proper NBA street-style experience has come out (I'm not counting you NBA Playgrounds), and NBA The Run looks to fill that void, albeit barely. Though its gameplay is reminiscent of the classic NBA Street series, it fails to become another cult classic with its lack of offline game modes, legends, and hip-hop soundtrack.

Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader’s newest DLC is an experience that manages to impress and stay consistent throughout the whole game. It might not go above and beyond, especially since not much was added to the game by comparison to its older DLCs. However, the things they did add proved to be much more impactful than expected, resulting in a game and DLC series that CRPG fans must pick up and play.

The Backstage succeeds more as a directional improvement than a fully self-contained chapter, refining gameplay systems and introducing a strong new protagonist while deliberately holding back on narrative closure. Its biggest strengths lie in mechanical innovation and atmospheric design choices that push the experience forward, even if its short length and restrained storytelling prevent it from reaching a higher tier. The result is a DLC that feels confident in its ideas but aware of its role as a stepping stone, making it more exciting for what it sets up than what it fully delivers.

There is a lot to love about Voidling Bound despite its story and missions relying on frustrating grind and predictable objectives. Still, the core gameplay remains engaging enough to carry the experience, especially when experimenting with increasingly powerful Voidlings. Once you get past the mutational flaws in its lack of variety, there is a surprising amount of fun to be had. Much of that comes from its deep customization, supported by its Evolution and Splicing systems, which encourage constant tinkering and creativity that keeps you bound for hours on end.

F1 25: 2026 Season Pack succeeds in changing how races feel through the regulation changes, the addition of Boost and Overtake, and a denser grid that constantly keeps you under pressure. So while you’re not getting a ton of new content or modes, every race becomes more about how you react in the moment. This DLC sharpens racing into something that more closely reflects what Formula 1 itself is currently evolving into, taking players along for that same shift in identity rather than just updating numbers on a roster. It’s simple, if you enjoy how the new regulations have increased overtaking and made races more dynamic this season, you’ll have a blast with this DLC. If you don’t, it can still be enjoyable on a mechanical level thanks to how much faster racing feels, and how it gradually helps you understand the management behind the new systems.

Solarpunk doesn’t capture the spirit of its namesake until far, far later into the game, but it’s at least a relaxing sandbox where you can do pretty much anything you want (as long as it fits within the confines of its cozy game genre). Its best moments come from building alongside friends and watching a small floating island grow into a thriving home. It’s definitely not a game for everyone, especially since it can feel a bit empty at times. However, players who enjoy setting their own goals and taking things at their own pace will find plenty to like among the clouds.