After garnering attention with its console debut, Stellar Blade arrives on PC with graphical enhancements, expanded language support, and a suite of refinements aimed at a broader audience. Developed by Korean studio Shift Up, this action-adventure title aims high, blending cinematic storytelling with flashy, fast-paced combat. While it doesn’t quite escape the long shadow cast by games like Nier: Automata and Bayonetta, it carves out its own identity through strong aesthetics and an energetic core gameplay loop.

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Dune: Awakening represents a bold step forward for survival MMOs, merging deep resource management with narrative ambition in a setting as unforgiving as it is iconic. Developed by Funcom, the studio behind Conan Exiles, the game offers a new vision of Frank Herbert’s universe—one where Paul Atreides was never born, and the fate of Arrakis hangs in the balance.

Set in an alternate timeline within the Dune mythos, Dune: Awakening invites players to carve their own path across the sands of Arrakis, balancing survival, political intrigue, and emergent multiplayer dynamics. The result is a fascinating, if occasionally uneven, experience that blends narrative-driven RPG elements with a truly punishing survival sandbox.

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Tell Me Why is a narrative adventure game from Dontnod Entertainment, the studio behind Life is Strange. Released episodically in three parts, the game explores deeply personal themes through the lens of a gripping, character-driven mystery. Set in rural Alaska, it follows twins Tyler and Alyson Ronan as they reunite after a decade apart to unravel the truth behind their mother’s death. The game is notable for being the first major title from a leading publisher to feature a transgender protagonist, with the creative team working closely with LGBTQ+ advocacy groups to ensure authenticity.

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In an era dominated by battle royales and expansive RPGs, Tempest Rising dares to revive the traditional real-time strategy (RTS) genre. Developed by Slipgate Ironworks and 2B Games, and published by 3D Realms and Knights Peak, this April 2025 release channels the spirit of Command & Conquer while offering enough modern flair to feel fresh and relevant. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game merges nostalgic mechanics with slick presentation, aiming to satisfy both RTS veterans and newcomers alike.

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Nearly two decades after its original release, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion has returned—this time in remastered form, rebuilt using Unreal Engine 5 while preserving its foundational RPG mechanics through Bethesda’s Creation Engine. Developed in partnership with Virtuos, Oblivion Remastered is both a visual and technical overhaul that remains faithful to the spirit of the 2006 classic. The question, then, is whether nostalgia alone is enough to carry it—or if this reimagining stands on its own merits in 2025.

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South of Midnight is an ambitious third-person action-adventure title that blends folklore, family drama, and supernatural mystery against the evocative backdrop of the American Deep South. Developed by Compulsion Games (Contrast, We Happy Few), the game introduces players to Hazel Flood, a young woman who discovers her role as a “Weaver”—a mystical figure tasked with repairing broken bonds between spirits and the living—after a devastating hurricane upends her hometown.

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DOOM: The Dark Ages is a bold reimagining of the iconic FPS franchise, trading futuristic sci-fi for a brutal, medieval aesthetic. Developed by id Software and released in May 2025, this installment offers a unique twist on the classic DOOM formula—without losing the intensity, speed, and aggression the series is known for. The result is a thrilling, if occasionally uneven, experience that blends high-octane action with a darker, more grounded visual and gameplay style.

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Elden Ring Nightreign is both a surprising and ambitious evolution of the Elden Ring formula. Rather than expand directly on the open-world epic that captured players in 2022, Nightreign ventures into uncharted territory with a roguelike, co-op experience that challenges player expectations. Directed by Junya Ishizaki—who previously contributed to Bloodborne and Dark Souls—the game reimagines Limgrave (now “Limveld”) as a fast-paced, high-stakes arena of survival and teamwork.

Where Elden Ring emphasized exploration and personal journey, Nightreign leans into urgency, synergy, and repeatable challenges. The result is a daring experiment that won’t appeal to everyone—but for the right audience, it offers something genuinely fresh and exciting.

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RoadCraft enters a niche but growing segment of simulation games—one that favors realism, patience, and precision over speed and spectacle. Unlike arcade racers or open-world car games, RoadCraft is focused entirely on realistic driving: following road rules, understanding vehicle physics, and responding to lifelike traffic scenarios.

While it might not appeal to the Forza or Need for Speed crowd, RoadCraft has carved out its own identity as a serious, educational, and surprisingly satisfying driving simulator. After spending several hours behind the virtual wheel, here’s how it stacks up.

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When I first heard about Blades of Fire, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. It came out of nowhere — a dark fantasy action-RPG set in a world where metal has literally been turned to stone by a tyrannical queen’s curse? Sounded like classic fantasy fluff with a grimdark coat of paint. But after spending over 30 hours with it, I can confidently say: this game absolutely deserves your attention, especially if you’re a fan of slower, more deliberate action games.

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There are games that grab your attention with flashy trailers, and then there are games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33—the ones that keep your attention because they’re actually doing something bold. After spending about 40 hours with it, I can say with confidence: this is not just another RPG. It’s a haunting, poetic journey that seamlessly blends reactive turn-based combat with rich storytelling and some of the most beautiful art direction I’ve seen in years.

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When I first stepped into Mount Holly, the sprawling mansion at the heart of Blue Prince, I had no idea what I was getting into. The game starts with a simple enough premise: your great-uncle has passed away, and if you can find the mysterious 46th room in his estate, you inherit everything. That’s it. No glowing quest markers. No dialogue trees. Just you, a grid, and an increasingly strange and compelling house to explore.

What follows is one of the most uniquely addicting and mentally stimulating games I’ve played in years.

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