Miitopia (Nintendo Switch)
It's another Switch port that is lacking in new content.
Text: Kieran Harris
Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy
"It may not be a classic but it's still the best version of this adventure to date, and it comes with improved presentation and an additional 40 puzzles."
Text: Kieran Harris
Shakedown Hawaii
"The humour is incredible, the pixel graphics are superb, and the music is truly fantastic."
Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn
"The many small tweaks that come from the game world give this a personality games such as Kirby Star Allies on the Switch lacks."
Text: John-Edvard Genius
Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey
"Bowser's Inside Story still holds up a decade later as one of the finest spin-offs in the Mario universe but we couldn't help but long for more."
Text: Kieran Harris
Yo-kai Watch 3
"Yo-kai Watch 3 may not be a revolution, but it does implement enough new features so as to justify its existence."
Text: Marcos Catalán
Yo-Kai Watch Blasters: Red Cat Team/White Dog Squad
"With its simplified battle system and RPG mechanics, Yokai Watch Blasters represents perhaps the most accessible point of entry for fans of the anime."
Text: Kieran Harris
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
"Despite the lack of innovation, it's still easy to enjoy yourself."
WarioWare Gold
"We had pretty much retired our Nintendo 3DS after the introduction of Switch, but thanks to WarioWare Gold we're going to have to bring it with us on our next trip."
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Jonas Mäki
Dillon's Dead-Heat Breakers
"While the combat didn't present us with much breathing room we loved how the enemy variety always kept us on our toes."
Text: Kieran Harris
Detective Pikachu
"Taking the Pokémon franchise to strange new places, Detective Pikachu is a charming distraction that should please fans both new and old."
Text: Kieran Harris
Kirby: Battle Royale
"Playing against people instead of the CPU does make the game a lot more interesting."
Text: Clover Harker
Pokémon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon
"With Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, GameFreak has succeeded in making an already standout duo of games even better."
Text: Kieran Harris
Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions
"It's still a humorous and approachable experience that compares well with later chapters in the series."
The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth +
"Forget the brilliantly disturbing art and the pulsating combat, it's the sheer variety in terms of items and weapons that steals the show."
Text: Mike Holmes
Metroid: Samus Returns
"It's a truly enjoyable and thoroughbred Metroid, and the 3D re-imagining allowed the designers to create much richer environments."
Monster Hunter Stories
"Monster Hunter Stories is a rather lightweight adventure, but it's loaded with content and fully stocked with solid mechanics."
Text: Juan A. Fonseca
Hey! Pikmin
"Although it was both fun and enjoyable, it left us wanting more."
Text: Fabrizia Malgieri
Ever Oasis
"Especially in short bursts, it delivers an engaging mix of town management, exploration and RPG action."
Text: Kieran Harris
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
"All in all, we can't escape the impression that this feels like an old game with a new look."
Mario Sports Superstars
"It's a weird hotchpotch of ingredients that doesn't manage to stand out in any respect."
Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World
"It feels right at home on handheld; the transition to 3DS works well."
Text: Clover Harker
Dragon Quest VIII: The Journey of the Cursed King
"It might be a decade old, but by and large it has matured well and is an excellent example of an RPG you can take with you on the go."
Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS
"In our opinion it's even better suited to the portable platform than it was to the Wii U."
Text: Fabrizia Malgieri
Pokémon Sun/Moon
"Be it the story, visual style, setting, creatures, combat, or even the fan service, this game delves deeper into the RPG genre and it's better for the shift."
Text: Juan A. Fonseca