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Pokemon Scarlet

Pokemon Scarlet

Nintendo
Pokemon Scarlet
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Nintendo
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Nintendo
Pokemon Legends: Z-A
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Nintendo

May 12, 2023

Action, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Hyrule is once again in great danger, with Link being its only hope, his quest leading him onto floating islands and into dark underground depths.

10

Gamepressure

9.5

OpenCritic

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Nintendo

March 3, 2017

Action, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Another installment in the popular action-adventure game series by Nintendo, and also the first game in the series for WiiU. In The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you play once again as the main character of the franchise, Link, who gets involved in yet another exciting and dangerous adventure as he tries to learn what led to the downfall of the land of Hyrule. The gameplay is a combination of several genres: adventure, action RPG, and even survival. During the game, you explore the open world, solve puzzles and fight enemies; the combat is arcade-like and requires you to use varied tactics. You also have to gather resources in order to prepare food and drink, which affect your abilities, just like pieces of equipment.

9.6

OpenCritic

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Nintendo

March 20, 2020

Simulation, Casual, Crafting, Strategic Elements, Internet, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Cozy Game, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Life Sim, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Animal Crossing is the next installment of the hit simulation series from Nintendo, which allows the player to try life in a fairytale village inhabited by anthropomorphic animals.

9.0

Gamepressure

9.0

OpenCritic

5.3

Users

Animal Crossing: New Horizons
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening

Nintendo

September 20, 2019

Arcade, Puzzle Elements, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer, Top-down, Nintendo Exclusive, Isometric View.

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is a remake of a classic action adventure game from 1993. The project reproduces the content of the original, with improvements limited to control and audio-visual setting. Player explores the world, solves puzzles and fights enemies.

8.5

Gamepressure

8.2

Users

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
Pokemon X

Pokemon X

Nintendo

October 12, 2013

RPG, jRPG, Co-op, Pokemon, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Another installment in the popular Nintendo series about Pokémon, released as a pair of games: Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. The action takes place in French-like region Kalos. You assume the role of a young Pokémon trainer traveling through the world in search of new creatures you catch and train for Pokémon League battles. To be successful you need to earn eight Gym Badges by defeating the Battle Arenas’ leaders specialized in different elements. Then, you will have to prove your strength to the so-called Elite Four – the best trainers in Kalos. Game mechanics do not differ significantly from the previous installments. The core aspects of Pokemon X are still world exploration, chatting, and battling others with Pokémon of different abilities and techniques. Pokémon X and Y are the first in the series to utilize fully 3D graphics.

8.9

Users

Pokemon X
Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Nintendo

October 16, 2025

RPG, jRPG, Pokemon, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

An RPG from the ninth generation of the mainline Pokemon game series, developed by Game Freak studio and featuring redesigned version of Lumiose City. The biggest change in Pokemon Legends: Z-A is the new combat system. Fights take place in real time instead of using turns, allowing the trainers and the Pokemon free movement on the battlefield.

7.9

OpenCritic

Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Pokemon Scarlet

Pokemon Scarlet

Nintendo

November 18, 2022

RPG, Internet, jRPG, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, Pokemon, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Pokemon Scarlet is an RPG with a turn-based combat system, in which we roam a large 3D world with an open structure, catch creatures, train them, and then put them into battles against other Pokemons.

4.1

Users

Pokemon Scarlet
Pokemon Moon

Pokemon Moon

Nintendo

November 18, 2016

RPG, Internet, jRPG, Co-op, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Pokemon Moon is another installment of the popular game series, developed for many years on successive generations of portable Nintendo consoles.

Pokemon Moon
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Nintendo

April 28, 2017

Racing, Crossover, Kart Racing, Internet, Mario, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

An enhanced port of Mario Kart 8 developed for Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe reprises a lot of elements known from the two previous installments of the series, such as motorcycles, gliders, the ability to perform somersaults, or underwater racing. However, the developers introduced an interesting novelty – anti-gravity racing, in which we can stick to walls or even to the ceiling. The game doesn’t contain a story-driven single player campaign – we focus on taking part in a series of competitions in which we can race against AI-controlled opponents, as well as other players. Mario Kart 8 contains several multiplayer variants, including online as well as local game modes (split-screen, or a wireless mode for up to eight players). The new edition contains all of the content present in the original game, including released add-ons, at the same introducing new tracks and characters, such as Inkling Girl, Inkling Boy, King Boo, Dry Bones, or Bowser Jr.

9.2

OpenCritic

9.4

Users

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Monster Hunter Generations

Monster Hunter Generations

Nintendo

November 28, 2015

Action, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Hack'and'slash, Co-op, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Another installment in the popular third person perspective action series with RPG elements. Since the third game of the series, the franchise is being developed mostly on Nintendo handhelds. Similarly to its predecessors, Monster Hunter X was published by the Capcom company and developed under the supervision of Yasunori Ichinose – the director of the previous portable installments of the series. The game mechanics haven’t changed much, allowing the player to travel through a fantasy world and complete various missions that focus mostly on fighting monsters. A mountain village called Beruna is the player’s base of operations, but during the journey, the player will also find locations known from other Monster Hunter games. Worth mentioning, among the novelties added in the game, are four unique movement sets that are the equivalent of Skill Ranks from Monster Hunter Frontier G8. This system is supplemented by Hunting Techniques based on finishers from Monster Hunter Online.

8.5

OpenCritic

8.2

Users

Monster Hunter Generations
Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Nintendo

July 29, 2022

RPG, Fantasy, jRPG, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

The third main part of TPP jRPG series, launched in 2010. In Xenoblade Chronicles 3 we find ourselves in the unique universe combining the future of the two worlds from the previous installments of the series, torn by the war between two nations - Keves and Agnus.

9.0

Gamepressure

8.8

OpenCritic

4.6

Users

Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream

Nintendo

April 16, 2026

Simulation, Singleplayer, Life Sim, Nintendo Exclusive.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Nintendo

December 4, 2025

Action, FPP, Metroidvania, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

The fourth full-fledged installment in the best-selling action series Metroid Prime, owned by Nintendo. The story of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond takes place on the exoplanet Viewros. Once again, we can play as Samus Aran, equipped with psychic abilities, a diverse arsenal, a futuristic motorcycle, and an option to turn into a Morph Ball. We explore locations, fight enemies, and solve puzzles.

8.0

OpenCritic

9.0

Users

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Nintendo

January 28, 2022

RPG, jRPG, Pokemon, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, TPP, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

An open-world action RPG in a style similar to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. In Pokemon Legends: Arceus we go to the Sinnoh region and explore its mysteries, creating the first ever Pokedex.

8.0

Gamepressure

Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Mario Kart World

Mario Kart World

Nintendo

June 5, 2025

Racing, Crossover, Kart Racing, Internet, Mario, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

A go-kart racing game, representing the best-selling series from Nintendo. Mario Kart World allows us to play as popular characters from the Mario Bros. universe. We participate in events for up to 24 racers. This installment introduces two new gameplay modes - Knockout Tour and Free Roam.

9.0

Gamepressure

8.7

OpenCritic

Mario Kart World
Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit

Nintendo

October 16, 2020

Racing, Kart Racing, LAN, Mario, Multiplayer, Augmented Reality, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive, Toys.

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit is an original racing game using augmented reality technology, in which we drive a real toy car. The game was developed by Nintendo.

6.0

Gamepressure

7.4

OpenCritic

3.7

Users

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit
Mario & Luigi: Brothership

Mario & Luigi: Brothership

Nintendo

November 7, 2024

RPG, 2.5D, Arcade Elements, Mario, Platformers, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

The sixth installment of a series launched in 2003. Mario & Luigi: Brothership combines mechanics from RPG and arcade games. The titular brothers explore the vast world of Concordia, co-operating with each other, performing quests and completing turn-based battles.

7.5

Gamepressure

7.7

OpenCritic

Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Etrian Odyssey

Etrian Odyssey

Nintendo

January 18, 2007

RPG, Dungeon Crawler, Fantasy, FPP, jRPG, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Etrian Odyssey is a jRPG game with beautiful graphics and interesting solutions, supported by a very good team of well-known artists, such as Shigeo Komori, Kazuya Niinou and Yuzo Koshiro. Their achievements include Trauma Center: Under the Knife and Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner.

4.8

Users

Etrian Odyssey
Kirby Air Riders

Kirby Air Riders

Nintendo

November 20, 2025

Racing, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

A spin-off of the popular Kirby series, offered in a form of a racing game. Kirby: Air Riders allows us to play as Kirby and other Nintendo characters, participating in crazy races taking place on the ground, above the surface of the water and in the air. The game supports both singleplayer and multiplayer (local or online).

8.2

OpenCritic

Kirby Air Riders
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

Nintendo

November 6, 2025

Action, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Singleplayer, Slasher, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

The third installment of the musou-type slasher subseries, serving as spin-offs for The Legend of Zelda. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is a prequel to Tears of the Kingdom, allowing us to learn Hyrule's distant past. We participate in dynamic battles with dozens of enemies.

7.9

OpenCritic

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
Bayonetta 3

Bayonetta 3

Nintendo

October 28, 2022

Action, Fantasy, Hack'and'slash, Singleplayer, Slasher, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Another entry in the hack'and'slash series from PlatinumGames studio. The eponymous witch returns once more to face the forces of good.

9.0

Gamepressure

4.8

Users

Bayonetta 3
Pokemon Sword

Pokemon Sword

Nintendo

November 15, 2019

RPG, Internet, jRPG, Co-op, Multiplayer, Pokemon, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Pokemon (2018) is another installment of the extrermely popular jRPG series that was created by Game Freak in the 1990s. It is the first game of the series that was released on home video game consoles. The game's story focuses on a novice pokemon trainer who begins their adventure with a pokemon of their choosing. Our hero explores more and more locations and faces other trainer in order to prove that he/she is the best pokemon trainer in the region. Combat is turn-based. Key to victory lies in skillful usage of our pokemon's attacks and abilities. Each pokemon has its own unique stats, move sets, and abilities that influence its capability in combat. The game has eye-pleasing, cartoonish visuals.

7.5

Gamepressure

6.8

Users

Pokemon Sword
Splatoon 3

Splatoon 3

Nintendo

September 9, 2022

Action, Internet, Multiplayer, Online, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, TPS, Nintendo Exclusive.

Splatoon 3 is a third-person shooter in which players control humanoid octopus-like creatures that fight using coloured ink. This is used both to attack enemies and to change surface properties on maps.

8.5

Gamepressure

7.2

Users

Splatoon 3
Astral Chain

Astral Chain

Nintendo

August 30, 2019

Action, Cyberpunk, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Slasher, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Astral Chain is an action adventure game in which we lead a policeman defending the futuristic city against the invasion of monsters. The game focuses on arcade combat, during which our character helps a robot obedient to his orders.

8.5

Users

Astral Chain
Pokemon Violet

Pokemon Violet

Nintendo

November 18, 2022

RPG, Internet, jRPG, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, Pokemon, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Pokemon Violet is an RPG with a turn-based combat system, in which we explore a large 3D world with an open structure, catch creatures, train them, and then put them into battles against other Pokemons.

8.0

Gamepressure

5.2

Users

Pokemon Violet
Fire Emblem: Three Houses

Fire Emblem: Three Houses

Nintendo

July 26, 2019

RPG, Fantasy, jRPG, Singleplayer, Tactics, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

TPP slasher which is the second installment of the Fire Emblem series spin-offs. In Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes we go to the continent of Fodlan and take part in a great conflict, taking the role of characters known from Fire Emblem: Three Houses.

8.0

Gamepressure

8.9

OpenCritic

4.9

Users

Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope

Nintendo

October 20, 2022

RPG, Crossover, Strategic Elements, Mario, Singleplayer, Tactics, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

The second installment in a series of tactical RPGs in which heroes of popular brands from Nintendo and Ubisoft meet. In Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope heroes explore the galaxy and release the Sparks, which in return endow them with a variety of abilities.

9.0

Gamepressure

3.9

Users

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope
Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park

Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park

Nintendo

March 26, 2026

Arcade, 2.5D, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

8.6

OpenCritic

Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes

Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes

Nintendo

June 24, 2022

Action, RPG Elements, Strategic Elements, Fantasy, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Slasher, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

TPP slasher which is the second installment of the Fire Emblem series spin-offs. In Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes we go to the continent of Fodlan and take part in a great conflict, taking the role of characters known from Fire Emblem: Three Houses.

8.5

Gamepressure

3.1

Users

Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes
Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Nintendo

October 20, 2023

Arcade, 2.5D, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

A side-scrolling 2.5D platformer. Super Mario Bros. Wonder introduces the Wonder Flowers, power-ups that affect gameplay in various unpredictable ways.

9.0

Gamepressure

4.3

Users

Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Girls RPG: Cinderella Life

Girls RPG: Cinderella Life

Nintendo

March 8, 2012

RPG, jRPG, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

Unusual jRPG game, in which we play the role of a waitress entertaining customers with a conversation, by Level-5 studio. The game is based on conducting dialogues and beautifying your character in order to gain customer loyalty. The game is characterized by manga, humorous graphics.

0.4

Users

Girls RPG: Cinderella Life
Pokemon Shield

Pokemon Shield

Nintendo

November 15, 2019

RPG, Internet, jRPG, Co-op, Multiplayer, Pokemon, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive, Isometric View.

Pokemon Shield is one of two games, next to Pokemon Sword, opening the eighth generation of Pokemons on the Nintendo Switch console. Players visit the Galar region, catch and train more creatures, and then expose them to fight against the charges of other coaches.

7.4

Users

Pokemon Shield
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

Nintendo

April 3, 2009

Adventure, Puzzle Elements, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Continuation of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which, like its predecessor, was originally released on the Nintendo 64 console. In the game we again play the role of Link, who ends up in the mysterious land of Termina, facing the approaching apocalypse. To prevent it, our protagonist will have to find a forest creature named Skull Kid and recover the ancient Major Mask from his hands.

9.0

OpenCritic

8.8

Users

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

Nintendo

November 18, 2011

Action, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

An action-adventure game featuring RPG elements, set in a fantasy world. It is the second installment (to be released for Wii) in the iconic Nintendo series, The Legend of Zelda. The player assumes the role of Link, who one day finds the eponymous item: a powerful, enchanted weapon with a spirit contained within. When it turns out there is a land beneath the surface of the world he is familiar with, the protagonist sets out on a dangerous journey to discover the reasons as to why both worlds were separated. Moreover, the unknown land is taken over by evil that has to be dealt with. In the game, Link can fight his enemies using several weapons (sword plus shield, bow, slingshot, bombs) and a few special accessories, such as a spy-beetle, or a whip used in puzzle solving. The game stands out with its comprehensive controls, designed for Nunchuck and Wii Remote supported by a MotionPlus device, providing vast possibilities.

8.0

Gamepressure

8.2

OpenCritic

8.9

Users

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Nintendo

February 23, 2007

RPG, Puzzle Elements, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Time Manipulation, Action Adventure, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D is a refreshed version of the classic action adventure game, prepared by Nintendo developers with the technical capabilities of the Nintendo 3DS handheld console in mind. Players direct the actions of a boy named Link, who is looking for the legendary Soul Stones. The game combines arcade accents, puzzles and even cRPG elements.

7.5

Users

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Metroid Prime Trilogy

Metroid Prime Trilogy

Nintendo

August 24, 2009

Adventure, FPP, Multiplayer, Package, Splitscreen, Action Adventure, Remaster/remake, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

Metroid Prime Trilogy is a package of three first-person action games, whose heroine is Samus Aran, an intergalactic prize hunter. Included in the set: Metroid Prime, Metroid Echoes and Metroid Corruption. Developers from the Retro studio also took care of the implementation of the Wii Remote controller, as well as a set of additional materials related to the Metroid series.

8.5

Users

Metroid Prime Trilogy
Shin Megami Tensei V

Shin Megami Tensei V

Nintendo

November 12, 2021

RPG, jRPG, Singleplayer, TPP, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive, Urban Fantasy.

The fifth installment of the legendary and influential series of dark jRPG games, set in modern Tokyo. The production was created from scratch for the Nintendo Switch console.

8.0

Gamepressure

3.0

Users

Shin Megami Tensei V
Pokemon Champions

Pokemon Champions

Nintendo

April 8, 2026

RPG, Internet, Multiplayer, Pokemon, Online, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

Pokemon Champions
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

Nintendo

September 26, 2024

Arcade, Puzzle Elements, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive, Isometric View.

A spin-off of the popular series from Nintendo. The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom allows us to play as Princess Zelda and our task is to save Link and other inhabitants of Hyrule. We use the Tri Rod gadget to clone items and enemies to have them fight for us.

9.0

Gamepressure

8.5

OpenCritic

4.9

Users

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave

Nintendo

2026

RPG, Fantasy, jRPG, Singleplayer, Tactics, Turn-based, Nintendo Exclusive.

The next installment in a popular series of tactical jRPG games, dating back to 1990. In Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, we control characters taking part in arena games. Playable heroes have various backgrounds and fighting styles. It's also crucial that we place them on the battlefield correctly.

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
Mario Tennis Fever

Mario Tennis Fever

Nintendo

February 12, 2026

Sports, Arcade Elements, Internet, Mario, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Tennis, Nintendo Exclusive.

A sports game developed and published by the Nintendo company. Mario Tennis Fever allows us to play tennis. We can control not only titular Mario, but also other characters known from the Super Mario series. One of the main novelties is the 'fever' mechanic giving access to special actions (like freezing the tennis court).

7.7

OpenCritic

Mario Tennis Fever
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Nintendo

December 7, 2018

Fighting, Crossover, Internet, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

The first Nintendo Switch entry in the popular fighting game series. Similarly to the previous entries in the franchise, in Super Smash Bros the players assume the role of characters known from other Nintendo games and they fight each other on multi-level arenas. During the game, the gameplay mechanics frequently change, borrowing mechanics from genres like platform games.

7.1

Users

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Kirby Star Allies

Kirby Star Allies

Nintendo

March 16, 2018

Action, 2.5D, Co-op, Multiplayer, Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

Another entry in the popular series of platform games developed by, among other developers, the Japanese studio HAL Laboratory. The game was developed for Nintendo Switch and – similarly to previous entries in the series – it enables the player to assume the role of the titular character, who travels through vast and varied levels. During the game they must jump between platforms, avoid traps and dangers and fight encountered enemies, among which there are large, powerful bosses. The developers implemented a novelty to the series – the enemies can become allies if Kirby throws enough hearts at them. The allies can be controlled by artificial intelligence or by other players. This enables the protagonist to combine his abilities with the power of elements obtained from his companions.

7.6

Users

Kirby Star Allies
Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Nintendo

March 25, 2022

Arcade, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, 3D Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

3D platform game with fluffy hero in the lead role. In Kirby and the Forgotten Land we go to the land full of ruins of an old civilization and fight with hostile creatures living there, jumping on platforms and avoiding numerous traps.

8.5

Gamepressure

8.5

OpenCritic

5.4

Users

Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Nintendo

December 1, 2017

RPG, Fantasy, jRPG, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is the third entry in the Xenoblade series. The previous entries were Xenoblade Chronicles for Wii and Xenoblade Chronicles X for Wii U. The new entry isn’t directly related to its predecessors, but similarly to Final Fantasy series it shares some common elements with them, including enemies, available items, attacks and character skills. During the adventure the player assumes the role of a boy named Rex. Together with his friend Pyra he starts an epic journey in search for the mythical Elysium - humanity’s last hope for survival. In order to reach it, the two and their companions met during the adventure must travel through a vast fantasy world created on the back of monstrous titans.

8.3

OpenCritic

7.1

Users

Xenoblade Chronicles 2
Pikmin 4

Pikmin 4

Nintendo

July 21, 2023

Strategy, Puzzle Elements, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

The fourth installment of the Pikmin series created by the legendary Shigeru Miyamoto. Players control small groups of tiny charming aliens lost on an alien planet.

9.0

Gamepressure

3.5

Users

Pikmin 4
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Nintendo

February 13, 2014

Arcade, 2.5D, Co-op, Multiplayer, Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is the next installment of the popular series of gorillas in the lead role. This time our hero has to cope with the invasion of his native island of stylized on the Vikings animals.

7.8

Users

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Need for Speed: Nitro

Need for Speed: Nitro

Nintendo

November 6, 2009

Racing, LAN, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Cars, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.

The next installment of the famous Need for Speed series, this time focusing on more arcade fun. Lots of licensed top-of-the-line cars and a unique audiovisual setting.

7.4

Users

Need for Speed: Nitro
Super Mario Sunshine

Super Mario Sunshine

Nintendo

August 25, 2002

Arcade, Mario, 3D Platformers, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.

Super Mario Sunshine is a completely new and completely three-dimensional adventures of a friendly character with a red hat. This time Mario visits the tropical Dolphin Island and has to cleanse it - literally!

Super Mario Sunshine
Metroid Prime

Metroid Prime

Nintendo

November 17, 2002

Adventure, FPP, FPS, Metroidvania, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Shooters, Nintendo Exclusive.

Metroid Prime is a game that shows action from the eye view. This fact is undeniably associated with the FPP shooting genre. I Metroid Prime is it, but not entirely.

8.7

Users

Metroid Prime
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