A work of art, truly distinct from all other games.

Shadow of the Colossus takes the concepts of platform puzzles and intimidatingly huge bosses and combines the two for a unique result and gaming experience.

The boss is the level, as you climb each one and figure out environmental things that may help you get across the fight. The game might come across as relatively easy, but it is Ueda’s signature “subtracting design” that also helps the player feel more immersed and conscious of their surroundings. The game wants you to simply take in the scenery sometimes, and I absolutely adore that attitude.

So far the Team Ico trilogy has involved engaging puzzles, amazing art, unique approaches to gameplay, and wonderfully balanced senses of loneliness and companionship. Here’s to hoping the Last Guardian continues delivering!

What to say about this masterpiece?

The rhythm game par excellence. Almost everything is on time to the music: the environment, the enemies, you, your attacks. There’s never been a more gratifying reward for going with the flow in a game, and the songs are all absolute bangers.

Hi-Fi Rush is stylish, lighthearted, colourful and constantly fun. The jokes don’t feel forced, the writing and characters are snappy, and the movement and fighting mechanics are an absolute pleasure to explore. I loved all the little references to other media that inspired the game, I loved being able to parry almost everything, and I loved the dynamic between all our heroes.

We are blessed to get this level of creativity still happening these days.