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Ghost of Yōtei Complete Edition is less about transforming the original game and more about giving players a good reason to return to its beautiful world. The biggest addition is Most Wanted, a standalone roguelike mode built around a series of 15–20 minute hunts. Players start each run with limited abilities and gradually build their character through randomized upgrades, equipment, and bonuses. While the mode doesn’t reinvent the roguelike formula and reuses several boss encounters from the main campaign, Ghost of Yōtei’s excellent combat system fits the structure surprisingly well. Different playable hunters add variety, with Jin Sakai being the standout thanks to the return of his stance-based combat from Ghost of Tsushima.

Silent Hill: Townfall is a gripping psychological horror with an oppressive atmosphere, stunning visuals, and some of the most creative puzzles in the genre. Its simplistic combat, limited enemy variety, and occasionally drawn-out stealth sections hold it back, but Screen Burn Interactive still delivers a distinctive and deeply unsettling entry that understands the essence of Silent Hill.

Is Resonant Remedy’s best game? No. Despite strong late-game moments, its opening feels overly conventional, even within a shattered New York and excellent traversal. Yet paired with Control as two halves of one entity (after all, Resonant quite openly supports a certain fan theory/implication), they form Remedy’s ultimate masterpiece. Together, they have firmly secured their spot in the hall of fame of modern gaming.

Marvel’s Wolverine delivers the best interpretation of Logan in video games, carried by Liam McIntyre’s outstanding performance, a deeply personal story, and spectacular presentation. Its brutal combat is fast and satisfying, even if the limited combo variety and occasional camera issues become noticeable over the 25-hour campaign. Insomniac has crafted a polished cinematic adventure that truly understands Wolverine and gives the character the game he has long deserved.

The Blood of Dawnwalker by Rebel Wolves is an incredibly ambitious and dark RPG that impresses with its deep moral choices, time-management mechanics, and contrasting day-and-night gameplay. Despite some tedium in its side content, the game delivers a truly captivating role-playing experience, shaping up to be one of the best modern vampire stories.

After twenty years, Onimusha returns, reimagined as a modern action-adventure. Way of the Sword shines through its deep, visceral combat, a charismatic Miyamoto Musashi, memorable bosses, and exceptional technical polish. Capcom has given the series a new direction without abandoning the core identity that made it special.

Despite the underwhelming AI and some story beats in bonus missions, Halo: Campaign Evolved is a remake crafted with respect. This is evident in the use of the Blam engine as Bungie's ultimate vision, the work with colors and lighting, and the precise adjustments to the levels. At the same time, however, the remake doesn't feel convincing enough to warrant an immediate full-price purchase. That said, if you have a Game Pass subscription, there is no reason to skip Halo: Campaign Evolved. The game is genuinely beautiful and offers the most comfortable modern way to experience a true classic.

The Sinking City 2 is easily Frogwares’ most accomplished title to date. Shifting from traditional detective work to atmospheric survival horror, the game blends engrossing exploration, excellent world-building, and an emotionally resonant occult love story. While enemy respawns and cramped combat sections occasionally hamper the horror experience, its excellent environmental narrative and gripping lore make it a deeply compelling journey through the darkness.

Arc System Works has managed to create a game that looks like an anime series, features spectacular battles, has a good balance of difficulty, a fairly deep combat system, and engaging modes. If you love Marvel, team-based fighting games, and have been missing high-quality arcade-style brawlers, Marvel Tōkon is worth a try. Just don’t play through the "Episodes" story mode. Or maybe play through one episode and that’s it — you’ll thank me later.

Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is a masterclass remake that transforms a timeless classic into the ultimate pirate power fantasy. It fundamentally modernizes the experience by discarding tailing missions and replacing simplistic combat with a tactical, defensive system. It's a must-play adventure for both veterans and newcomers, and hopefully a sign of more AC remakes to come.