A clever story with creative tone shifts and a unique "switch-based" flowchart system. While the main story is enjoyable enough, the true highlight is in one of the guest scenarios: an over-the-top tiff between rival assassins penned by TYPE-MOON's Kinoko Nasu, with art by his partner-in-crime Takeuchi.

While it sports more grounded conflict than the high fantasy of Ishgard, Stormblood's excellent compositions and enjoyable raids are a treat in their own right.

A cute adventure game with a lackadaisical pace. Uniquely structured, and occasionally sharp.

Unnerving and disorienting, with particularly effective sound design and immersive sensory writing. Fairly engaging and a touch wicked when it's not being overly gratuitous, but it's often trying a bit too hard.

Highly atmospheric horror writing that pushes the boundaries of your trust for its characters. Has a remarkably strong start in the first two arcs, but starts pulling punches as it begins to show its hand. Best experienced late at night.

"The Thousand-Year Door" is beloved for a reason; it's everything that a sequel of a game should aspire to be. Objective improvements to combat, witty dialogue, and a lush, original setting give the N64 classic a run for its money.

A heartfelt journey of self-discovery rife with theming and charming details. Final Fantasy's most colorful cast of characters keep the story brimming with vibrance, and the ATE system gives plenty of opportunities to flesh them out. Take the time to soak in the sights and enjoy the little detours.

A radiant game rife with replay value; a rarity among its peers. Endearing characters, fantastic environments, and a mesmerizing soundtrack culminate in a true gem, with combat that greatly encourages experimentation.

A beloved action-adventure game that set the standard for its ilk for years to come. Carefully-designed dungeons litter an open environment, tied together through a minimalist (yet highly effective) plot.

A remarkable read on the politics of the information age. Kojima's eye for cinematography is matched only by his wit, and his team subverts convention masterfully to craft a strong narrative and cautionary tale.

A rollercoaster of a game that frequently keeps you guessing and active. Improves on the first entry in nearly every regard, with a likable cast, neat gameplay, and mysteries that are fun to solve as you go.

Secret exits, hidden switches, and a traversable world map refined the classic Mario structure and created a new standard for platformers of its generation and beyond.

Kodaka's FMV experiment is a cute two-hour adventure with fine cinematography, but not a particularly intuitive one. Ultimately not too memorable.

Past and future variations of each Act and an outrageously good soundtrack give plenty of incentive for hardcore players to play through this one again and again. A standout among its peers.