Nintendo Enthusiast

There is nothing like Loop Hero, and it feels born for Nintendo Switch. If you love roguelikes, nothing should stop you from playing this refreshingly weird game. And if you’re like me and generally detest roguelikes, I sincerely believe you might be captivated enough by the game’s unique and imaginative mechanics that you might not even think of it as a roguelike.

In short, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are faithful remakes of one the franchise’s best generations, despite some shortcomings. Your enjoyment of the game will heavily depend on your nostalgia or overall love of the franchise, so don’t go in expecting a perfect remake. However, my time with these remakes was a fun one, and I’m excited to continue to explore the Grand Underground in search of a shiny Pokémon.

In short, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are faithful remakes of one the franchise’s best generations, despite some shortcomings. Your enjoyment of the game will heavily depend on your nostalgia or overall love of the franchise, so don’t go in expecting a perfect remake. However, my time with these remakes was a fun one, and I’m excited to continue to explore the Grand Underground in search of a shiny Pokémon.

In the end, a terrific battle system and great art direction just aren’t enough to save Ruined King: A League of Legends Story from its lackluster narrative, clunky UI, and a wide spectrum of bizarre technical issues on Nintendo Switch. Hardcore League of Legends fans and hardcore RPG mechanics enthusiasts will still enjoy the game, but everyone else is better off playing something else this holiday season.

Ultimately, Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda probably won’t win over any new fans. That’s OK because it’s a product made for people who truly adore Zelda, a love letter to and celebration of the most epic and influential fantasy video game series. There are lots of little features for players to discover, much like Link exploring the land of Hyrule. Welcome home, hero.

Ultimately, Amazing Princess Sarah took two of my favorite NES games and mushed them into one product. Despite some frustrating flaws, it’s still a pretty good game, and it’s well worth your time if you enjoy the original Castlevania and Super Mario Bros. 2.

The repetition mechanic may seem to be a little gimmicky, but it adds a bit of responsibility to your actions, giving some charm to what would otherwise be an incredibly linear story. I’ve not played anything quite like Corpse Party before, and as such, it firmly stands near the top of my list of favorite horror games.

Shin Megami Tensei V on Nintendo Switch retains all the strategic combat elements the Atlus franchise is known for, all while radically revolutionizing its world design to create an adventure that is completely addicting and flawlessly complements the battle system. It’s a truly remarkable achievement.

Sometimes a minigame is so good, so pure, that it inspires someone to make something truly special. The folks at Studio Somewhere loved Monkey Target from Super Monkey Ball so much, they developed an entire game around it. With a little bit of NiGHTS into Dreams and a relaxing city pop soundtrack for good measure, Bonito Days is a great way to unwind after a long day.

Overall, Demon Turf is a solid 3D platformer on Nintendo Switch, with a ton of personality and a striking art style. The amount of content present within the game is extraordinary, featuring a plethora of main collectibles, alongside worthwhile side content.