Rory Mellon
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Toms GuideLatest Reviews
Townfall is the best Silent Hill game in 25 years
20 years later, Onimusha is back, and it was worth the wait
Mario Kart World powerslides onto Nintendo Switch 2 as the de facto launch game to play in the absence of much competition. It’s a vibrant and joyful racer, perfect for playing with friends and family (or against the world online), but not all the tweaks to the classic Mario Kart...
Atomfall combines a highly original setting and a choice-driven narrative with a commitment to player-led exploration. It’s a compelling mixture. However, lackluster combat and repetitive missions all too often tar the experience.
Split Fiction is one of the most creative, inventive and downright delightful action-adventure games I’ve ever played. The team behind It Takes Two has once again crafted a genre-defying cooperative romp. However, the overly earnest and clunky story grates and acts as a barrier to all the madcap fun.
Playing Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 feels like stepping back through the pages of history. The game’s commitment to authenticity is remarkable, and its focus on realistic gameplay makes it one of the most immersive RPGs ever. However, its lack of player conveniences is often a double-edged sword.
Planet Coaster 2 successfully builds on the formula laid out by its excellent predecessor. Being able to construct water parks is a delightful addition, and the new career mode is even more engaging. But you’ll have to tolerate a few rough edges.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard is an RPG that is easier to recommend for its gameplay than its story and characters. While the ability-focused combat is enjoyable, the fantasy narrative is generic and your companions bland.
EA Sports FC 25 remains the default choice for anybody wanting to enjoy a virtual version of the world’s most popular sport. However, the fantastic new Rush mode isn’t enough to prevent this installment from feeling seriously stale.
Astro Bot is a joyful platforming experience that soars thanks to inventive level design and countless loving nods to PlayStation's rich history. It also takes full advantage of the PS5 and its use of the DualSense controller remains novel.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is one of the greatest DLC expansions ever. It doesn’t bring anything fundamentally new to the open-world experience but packs some of the game’s most memorable, enjoyable and difficult encounters.
TopSpin 2K25 is a franchise revival done right. The beloved tennis simulator has never played this well, and the commitment to authenticity will delight fans. However, the career mode is a grind, and online play lacks staying power.
