Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
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This modern take on a classic RPG is like nothing that’s come before. Its painterly world, time-haunted premise and inventive turn-based combat feel both nostalgic and daringly new, marryingFrench surrealism with emotional storytelling, and using mortality as its beating heart. Few games this year balanced mechanical depth and philosophical weight so gracefully, nor left such a lasting impression. Come for the story, stay for the beautifully realized characters.
Ghost of Yotei
A sumptuous, beautifully directed open-world samurai epic. Each scene looks like a classical painting and feels weighty. Protagonist Atsu is unapologetically vengeful and so much fun to play, brought to life by a compelling performance from Erika Ishii. The story is simple, but the combat is brutal and rewarding, remaining challenging deep into the game. “Yotei” is confident, elegant and gives you plenty of bang for your buck.
